First Date Do's and Don'ts from a Dating App
Do's for a great first date
Arrive on time, dress a little better than the venue requires, put your phone away, and be genuinely curious about the other person. Ask open-ended questions and listen to their answers. A first date is not a performance. It is a chance to see if you enjoy each other's company.
Don'ts that ruin first dates
Do not talk about your ex, do not dominate the conversation, and do not get drunk. Avoid checking your phone or scanning the room. These behaviors signal disinterest even if you are actually nervous. Also skip controversial topics like politics or religion unless they naturally come up and you are both comfortable.
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If you had a good time, say so before you leave. A simple "I had a really great time, let's do this again" removes ambiguity. Then follow up with a text that evening or the next morning. Dateup can help you craft the perfect follow-up message that keeps the connection going.
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