How do you find people to date?

I tend to meet people either online on dating sites or through friends. I meet a lot of new people through my friend circle, so I often make new acquaintances. Some of those people have dating potential. For the most part, though, I meet people to date online.

What's the natural progression?

I usually start with coffee or lunch/dinner. If things go well, I'm open to taking it to a higher level. We may go to a movie or spend time doing things other than just food. Essentially, if I like them I will want to spend more time with them.

When do things start to get physical?

I'm not ashamed to say I'm in the dating game to get laid. If I like someone and there's physical attraction I'm open to having sex with them, including on the first date. I don't usually have sex until the second date so we get more of a chance to talk about safety beforehand, but if I have done so on the first date before.