EP 2403 - More on Dating App Icebreakers: The Overbaked Lasagna Edition

In this episode, Teresa Conway discusses writing effective icebreaker messages for online dating. She analyzes a listener-submitted icebreaker, highlights common mistakes, and provides an effective alternative.

• Analysis of an "over-baked lasagna" message


• Common mistakes in icebreakers:
  
  • Weaker, unconfident language
  
  
  • Unnecessary repetition
  
  
  • Asking inappropriate questions too soon
  
  
  
  


• A recommended approach for effective icebreakers


• Key elements of a successful first message

• Keep messages concise and confident


• Demonstrate that you've read the person's profile


• Focus on making a connection, not gathering information


• Use a friendly, casual tone


• Avoid overwriting - stick to four key elements:
  
  • greeting,
  
  
  • acknowledgment,
  
  
  • connection,
  
  
  • invitation
  
  
  
  

"If you've got an icebreaker that is more than four sentences long, stop. You're probably making a mistake."

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