With any social app, whether for dating, career networking, or making friends, being intentional yields the best results. Danielle Bayard Jackson, Bumble BFF's resident friendship expert, backs this approach. She told Bustle it's best to "let folks know what you're all about and what you're looking for in a new friendship, whether it's an exercise buddy or someone to explore the town with."
She also suggests the time to read a person's profile. Take a look at their interests and profile badges. This helps you better understand how well you two will mesh with one another. Make sure you're also putting effort into showcasing your interests. Do you teach virtual makeup classes? Are you an animal shelter volunteer? These are all hobbies that should be proudly showcased on your profile.
Being intentional on Bumble BFF also means making your profile as attractive as possible. Jackson suggests uploading at least four photos of yourself and saving the group pics for later. Just as with the dating leg of the site, you want to make sure future friends know who you are. According to The Express Tribune, a study conducted by researchers from Nanyang Technological University Singapore found that selfies offer clues about the type of person you are. Big smiles indicate a kind heart, so be mindful of how you are presenting yourself.
