How to Be a Contestant on a Dating Show

Whether it's "The Bachelorette" or one of the less classy one-time shows, you might have what it takes to be on a dating show. To get on the show, you must present yourself well in your audition tape and have a photogenic appearance that will appeal to the general public. Being very fit and tan also helps you win the hearts of the producers and the public.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Get some honest and even blunt opinions from your family, friends and coworkers about whether they could honestly see you as a contestant on a dating show. Brace yourself for the truth. If you're really bold, take a stroll down the street and get a poll of people you don't even know. They're more likely to tell you the truth.

2. Identify your goals for being on a dating show. Looking for your soul mate would be an appropriate match to the Bachelor/Bachelorette series, while just wanting to hook up with as many people as possible would make you a great addition to a show like the infamous "Temptation Island."

3. Do some research and figure out which shows are auditioning or how soon they'll be looking for contestants.

4. Have someone you trust recommend you to the show you apply for. It's better to have someone go to bat for you initially than to present yourself as a contestant. This way, you don't look desperate to be on television and you come with one person's stamp of approval already. Recommendation goes a long way here.

5. Submit your written application and videotape. Make sure you're honest and don't cover things up. They'll find out if you're lying. Represent yourself well with a positive attitude and be yourself on your audition tape.

6. Work out, tan and look the best you possibly can. If this is absolutely outside of who you are, then just be the best you possible.

Tips & Warnings

• Remember this is ultimately for the public eyes and the end product from the editing room may be very different than what you experienced while you were taping. You should be OK with having your image altered, destroyed or at least heavily edited.