Post-Play Communication
How and when to follow up with play partners and your own partner.
Belangrijkste punten
- •A thank-you message is good etiquette
- •Discuss the experience with your partner before others
- •Respect if someone isn't interested in continuing
- •Honesty builds better connections
With Your Partner First
Before reaching out to play partners, talk with your own partner:
- Share how you're feeling about the experience
- Discuss anything unexpected (good or challenging)
- Decide together whether you want to see them again
- Align on how you'll communicate with them going forward
Follow-Up Etiquette
The Thank-You Message
A brief message the next day thanking them for the experience is polite. It doesn't need to be elaborate—"We had a great time, thanks for a fun evening!" is sufficient.
If You Want to Meet Again
Express interest without pressure. "We'd love to see you again sometime if you're interested" leaves the door open without demanding a commitment.
If You Don't Want to Repeat
You're not obligated to meet again. If asked and you're not interested, a polite "We enjoyed meeting you but don't think we're the best match" is fine.
Timing Matters
- A message the next day is appropriate
- Don't bombard with multiple messages if they don't respond
- Give people time to process and respond
- Radio silence after a week usually means they're not interested
Handling No Response
Sometimes people don't follow up. This doesn't necessarily mean anything was wrong—they may be busy, processing, or simply not interested in continuing. Don't take it personally or push for explanations.
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