Advice Quote by Christian Rudder
“A great piece of advice for online dating is to stand out from the crowd. So greetings like "hello" and "hi" are very common. They do less well than things that are a little bit quirky or a little bit weird, like "howdy" or "holla." The rarer your salutation, the better it does, in general.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Modern Romance” by Aziz Ansari & Eric Klinenberg, 2015 (advice excerpt)
Unusual greetings stand out, making first impressions more memorable.
In simple terms: Quirky greetings catch attention.
Key Takeaway
Use a unique salutation to differentiate yourself.
Themes
communication
first impressions
online dating
Mood
playful
informal
Type
practical
advice
When to use this quote
- dating apps
- networking events
- social media introductions
Key Concepts
social psychology
personal branding
Questions to Reflect On
- What greeting feels authentic to you?
- How much novelty is too much?
A Different Perspective
Overly quirky greetings can seem insincere or off‑putting.
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