Being direct is a very important way to be if you want to avoid failing into the friend zone.

For example on dating apps - always keep it very short and direct. No small talk.

Avoid "how are you? "how is your day" blah blah ..

Just say "Hi, nice to meet you", and the the next line should be setting up a date. "What are you doing tonight?". "Let's go here" .... always be direct in the place and time. Women like a man that is decisive. Small talk is boring. You will lose so many dates asking "How are you?" "Nice day isn't it?" - AVOID!

When you meet the girl then you should be direct in telling her what you think about her. Does she look beautiful? Tell her. But be direct and look her in the eyes. Even if she knows she's beautiful she will appreciate it if she like you. I love when girls call me handsome and it never gets old. Give her a few compliments during the date, do not be scared. If she likes you it will just add to the moment, if she doesn't like you it won't change anything.

If a girl is giving you mixed signals and you aren't sure where you stand then you also need to be direct and make sure she understands that you want her in your bed, not as a friend. If she is giving you mixed signals tell her that you are only interested in a dating her and to text you if she is interested. Leave it at that. Always be direct in letting the girl know that you are interested in her as man and not a friend. This will save you time, even if she never texts you. However, many times a few days will pass if she hasn't heard from you and she will reach out. Maybe even weeks later. Why? Because you were being direct and you didn't chase her. You gave her space.

It's okay to press for a date for a couple days asking her. But if you keep getting a no or not sure then just tell her to text you if she wants to meet and leave it at a that. Never over pursue.

BE DIRECT. Tell someone how you feel or what you want, always! Women will respect you. She could have feelings for someone else or she might not be ready but at least she will know how you feel if the time does come when she is ready.