What Most Guys Think, What Most Girls Want.

It pretty much goes without saying that men like things big. 
We like big cars, big explosions, big flat-screen TV's (with HD and 1080P), 
and we foster even bigger egos. 

No matter how obvious you think the lack of chemistry is between you and your new-found “friend,” most men take the When Harry Met Sally  philosophy a bit too literally.

Men generally think that any fun, friendly female (continuing to tolerate and speak to him) inevitably wants him. If a lady believes that subtle implications, uninterested body language, or comments like,“I'm so glad I have you as a friend” are going to show a guy things are strictly platonic… she is completely mistaken. Men aren’t mind readers (we probably wouldn’t even read the manual if a woman came with one), so our big egos will inevitably convince us you’re digging us (even if you show an iota of interest).

However, that doesn't mean that you can't be friends with a guy…
you just need to be 100% up front with him from the very beginning. 
Don't subtly imply that there is no chemistry and expect him to figure out the clues. 
Lay it out for him in black and white from the start. 

Yes, that means sitting him down and telling him, “I just want to be friends.” 
If he isn't up for a friend with “not-a-chance-in-hell” level of benefits, then it's his loss. 
But you should definitely pick up the phone and give it a try. 
You never know – you may end up with an awesome friend… and benefits to spare.