Objective: Learn effective communication strategies for online dating and avoid common pitfalls.
1. Dos and Don’ts of Messaging:
- Do:
- Personalize your message—reference something specific from their profile.
Example: “Hi Sarah, I noticed you love hiking! How often do you like to go hiking?
- Be polite, friendly, and concise.
- Ask open-ended questions to encourage conversation.
- Don’t:
- Use generic messages like “Hey” or “What’s up?”
- Overwhelm them with overly long or overly frequent messages.
- Make inappropriate or overly forward comments.
- Personalize your message—reference something specific from their profile.
- Building Rapport:
- Show genuine interest in their responses.
- Use humor to make the conversation enjoyable but remain respectful.
- Transition to planning a real-life meeting when the conversation feels natural and mutual interest is clear.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Over-disclosing personal information too early.
- Neglecting to follow up consistently.
- Being too passive—confidence is attractive.
Action Steps for This Module
- Review and rewrite your dating profile using the principles shared.
- Send three thoughtful, personalized messages to new matches this week.
- Reflect on your communication style and adjust based on your responses.