1. Talking too much.
This is one of the most common and deadly first date mistakes that both sexes are guilty of on a first date. Excessive chattiness literally kills attraction and interest. Use your words sparingly on your first date and don’t engage in a 10 minute monologue. - That's of course unless the other person is a total bore, if she's not responding with good conversation you'll at least know you aren't compatible.

2. Not escalating physical contact.
This is another common first date mistake. Sitting across the table from a woman for three hours and talking is not a date. It’s an interview, so either change positions by sitting next to each other or switch venues - the stroll will help find new topics to talk about and read her body language.

3. Not making eye contact with your date.
Keeping your eyes on the walls / table, the road while talking to your date is a sure way to turn her off. Keeping your eyes on your company is a social sign that you are interested in them and an essential element for building attraction. (Tip - don't obviously stare, but if it feels awkward focus on different points of the body for a few seconds when chatting then returning back to the face, this will seem more natural).

4. Not being funny on a first date and being too cautious.
Having a dry, normal conversation with a man/woman on a date is a major turn-off for both sexes. Impressions count and there's nothing worse than talking to a boring robot. Forget 'trying' to make an impression, and just be casual. A personality that shines can make him/her feel comfortable and sharing a few laughs will make the date go smoothly and plus points all-round.

5. Being excessively generous with your compliments towards your date
it’s a good idea to compliment a woman once or twice during your first date. Too much however, and it will just seem like you're being desperate or too keen and we all know, too keen is a total turn-off. (Tip: If it's a long date, give yourself a limit of 5, compliment this with some gentle body contact, touching the arm, lower back)