Derek Rake Insider

"I find it hard to start up conversations with girls in quiet places - whenever there's a cute girl at a quiet library, for example - and even when we're at the pool and everybody's around to listen. What's the rap when it comes to such situations? And when you're at the grocery, still getting yours … [Read More...]

"Hi Derek, here are my goals, questions and frustrations: my voice is kind of soft and quiet, so whenever I go to clubs, I have a hard time approaching women." - Pedro P. from Antelope Ridge, NM Derek Rake's Answer:- y friend Ricky went through the same thing. Although his voice isn't exactly … [Read More...]

"Basically, I want to learn how to move from being the nice guy to being the dateable guy. I think it might be a bit too late to get this girl - heck, I'm not even sure if she's worth it - but I want to know how I can ensure a relationship next time instead of constantly hoping things will work out. … [Read More...]

"I'm not quite sure how I should say this. I'm hot and I'm currently living in London and hoping to become an actor. However, every girl I like ends up rejecting me. I'm not awkward or shy, either. I'm warm, confident, funny, down-to-earth and sexual. I always get confused whenever I try to find out … [Read More...]

"I have no intentions of picking up men. I am just hoping my subject title stands out so you can give me some advice for my situation. My question is: I have a problem with being confident and dominant when it comes to work, so can you help me make a change here?" - Brendan J. from Sperry, … [Read More...]