It's interesting to compare dating advice for women with dating advice for men. I googled "How to Get a Girlfriend/Boyfriend" respectively and the top result of each was from the same website. Even though it is (generally) good advice, I think the differences speak volumes about the roles of men and women in society.

(I've removed the context of each point. The articles are linked/archived and worth a read if you're so inclined.)

How to Get a Boyfriend (with pictures) - wikiHow

Part 1: Looking for Great Guys

  1. Meet new guys 2. Get to know them a bit. 3. Make sure he is not in a relationship. 4. Find out what other people think of him.

Part 2: Developing Your Friendship

  1. Take it slow. 2. Show him you're different. 3. Be approachable. 4. Talk with him. 5. Be a good friend. 6. Get to know each other. 7. See what you have in common. 8. Find out what his status is.

Part 3: Making Him Fall For You

  1. Make him his best self. 2. Lead by example to help him improve. 3. Allow yourself to be your best self. 4. Show your independence. 5. Encourage his independence. 6. Be yourself.

Part 4: Making a Move

  1. Don't be afraid to make the first move. 2. Flirt with him. 3. Ask him on a date.

Part 5: Making Connections More Easily in the Future

  1. Be a good partner. 2. Don't be critical, lazy, or possessive. 3. Don't cheat on your boyfriend.

How to Get a Girlfriend (with pictures) - wikiHow

Part 1: Meeting Girls

  1. Be comfortable alone. 2. Help someone. 3. Approach tons of girls on a consistent basis. 4. Avoid being afraid to fail. 5. Avoid giving yourself time to make excuses. 6. Keep having fun. 7. Be yourself to the extreme. 8. Network. 9. Take care of your physical appearance. 10. Practice genuinely complimenting girls.

Part 2: Making Girl Friends

  1. Be a conversationalist 2. Make her laugh. 3. Flirt.

Part 3: Hooking the One

  1. Close the deal. 2. Be assertive. 3. Be kind. 4. Follow through. 5. Go on a date. 6. Imagine a job interview. 7. Keep her hooked. 8. Initiate the second date. 9. Repeat. 10. Ask her to be your girlfriend. 11. Be patient.