[header] How to have a successful blind date [title] Choose the person who sets you up wisely. [step] If you're asking someone to set you up, make sure that the person knows you well and, perhaps more importantly, knows what you want in a partner. Your close friends might have the same social circles as you and might not be able to set you up with anyone new. 
Don't be afraid to ask people you don't know as well, such as friends of friends, to set you up. Pick someone who you think would have fun, interesting friends.