How to Turn a Phone Number Into a Date

So you got her number. Well done. Now what?

Yes, you’ve scored a small victory, but it’s really just the beginning. Hot girls get asked for their numbers all the time, and just as you might not follow up with every girl you meet, they’re not going to respond to every schmo who manages to procure their digits.

But if you read this, she will respond to you. Because I’m going to tell you how to send the perfect first text, move things along, get her jonesing to see you again and make a date. Call it texting for success.

1. Stand Out From the Pack 

The first text is like making your first impression all over again. You want to show her that you really are that fun, cool guy she met at the cafe/gym/park/free clinic. Imagine the blah texts she gets every time she doles out her number.

“Hey, how’s your day going?”

Boring.

You’ve got to be more creative.

“Hey crackerpants! What kind of trouble are you getting into today?”

See the difference? This text works much better for three reasons.

It’s fun and flirty. Nicknames, teasing and