How to Get Someone's Phone Number
Don't let any more opportunities to meet that sexy stranger slip away!
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You Will Need
- Courage
- Confidence
- Some conversation starters
Steps
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Step 1
Introduce yourself
Approach the person and introduce yourself. Don't bother with cheesy pickup lines—studies show a simple "Hi" works best.
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If the other person doesn't immediately offer his or her name, chances are the interest level is low.
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Step 2
Use name immediately
After you get the person's name, use it almost immediately. For example, "So, Jen, are you a coffee addict, too?" People love the sound of their own name.
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Try to slip in a little flattery. Compliment her name, an article of his clothing—just don't go overboard.
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Step 3
Ask questions
Once a conversation is underway, ask questions so you can do more listening than talking. When allowed to dominate a conversation, a person is more likely to rate the listener as highly interesting.
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Try to make the other person laugh. A good sense of humor is always high on the list of traits that singles seek.
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Step 4
Don't linger
Don't linger. After a few minutes, say that you have to rejoin your friends, get back to work, whatever. End the flirting before you run out of things to say.
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Step 5
Say you'd love to see them again
Before walking away, tell the person you've enjoyed chatting and would love to see them again. Hopefully they'll offer their number.
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If you have business cards, pull one out and suggest that you trade.
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Step 6
Ask for phone number
If the other person doesn't get the hint, ask straight-up for their phone number. Now go think of what to say when you call!
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Research shows that men decide within the first 15 minutes of a date if they want to see the person again, while women take up to an hour.
