It is said that "luck strikes those who are prepared for it". Now, if you want to strike lucky, you need to do a bit of homework, do some preparation before you ask a woman out on a date. You have already identified the woman you want to ask out. The following tips will help you prepare before you actually do that.

" Know why you asking this woman out on a date. She is most likely to ask you that herself You should have already formed a good reason in your mind so you don't fumble while answering. It is an opportunity to praise the woman and to mildly flatter her and thus start off on a positive note. If you are chatting with her or calling her for the first time, do not over do the flattery or praise. She may find chinks in it and may not trust your words.

" Be polite. Don't be too forceful and insistent. This may be off-putting to the woman.

" You should be ready to take "no" for an answer and should not take the rejection too hard.

" If the woman says 'no', do not pester her for reasons. Simply move on.You can tell her though that you can be reached on a number or email in case she changes her mind.

" It is possible that the woman may say "yes". So you should have already thought of a date, time and place where you want to take the woman. This will display your thoughtfulness and make a good impression on her. Also it's a relief for her cause she doesn't have to think of a place herself.

" Do not forget to ask her if the date, time and the place are to her convenience and liking. It may be a good idea to have also thought of an alternative place and date.

" By no means should you decide on a fast food joint for your date. This may not leave a good impression on the woman. She may think that you do not have good taste in choosing a place or she may think you are trying to save on expense. Not only she is most likely say 'no', you will end up leaving a bad impression on her.

" If the woman says she would think about it and get back to you later, do not pressurize her to give you a date and time for a response from her. Let her be. She may get back to you with a 'yes' later.

" Whether you are chatting online, or on phone or personally asking her out on a date, make sure you throw in a dose of fun and smile. This will make you appear confident and likely to elicit a positive response from her.

" Make sure that you really intend to go through with the date. Never stand a woman up. It is rude and most inconvenient for a woman.