Derek Rake Insider

"The thought of becoming a pickup artist really hasn't vibed with me, no matter what style it is - extravagant or natural. Still, I want choices when it comes to women. In fact, I hope to have great girlfriends that will make other guys cry. :) Is this possible without actually becoming a pickup … [Read More...]

"How were you able to locate naturals to chill with while learning and how were you able to check on your progress back then (I'm assuming you had a lonely start). I would also like to know whether conversation threads and routines are useful and where I would be able to locate them with the … [Read More...]

"I have been with my girlfriend for around four months now. As with every guy, I am starting to lose interest in her and want to find something better. I simply don't feel the way I felt with her in the beginning, but she still likes me a lot, so I want to learn how I can end things without her … [Read More...]

"I have finally read your whole Rake Letter. I appear to be too busy sometimes that I forget to set time aside to read these things. I'm happy that I did this time, though, as I now feel like I go into that friend zone too fast. When I go downtown and see gorgeous women, my approach skills seem to … [Read More...]

"I'm extremely flirty with women, but I have a problem: even though I flirt, I still don't make it anywhere with them. I have no idea what I should say to random pretty girls on the street. Can you provide me with some great openers?" - Terry P. from Jacksonville, NC Derek Rake's Answer:- f you … [Read More...]