Q. How does it work?
A. We start with a cocktail mixer, including buffet appetizers and a cash bar. After about 30 minutes, once everyone is checked-in, we start the instructions and rotations. You'll talk with one person for 5 minutes, we'll ring a bell, then it's off to the next person. At the end of the night, let us know who you'd like to meet again (as many as you'd like) and we'll exchange information for you the next day.
Q. How many people will I meet?
A. Typically 15-20 people of the opposite sex.
Q. What is the age range of those who attend?
A. We offer a variety of age ranges, depending on the location and demand. When you register for an event, be sure to check the age range to make sure it's appropriate for you.
Q. Are the age ranges for the age I am, or the age I want to date?
A. The ranges indicate the age of the attendees.
Q. What if I'm in one age group but want to date people in the other group?
A. You might consider going to our Rapid Networking Parties which have a variety of age groups. We've overlapped the groups to help those of you who fall in the middle. We can't let you cross groups though. . . the stated range is the age of the attendees. Keep in mind that we host large events (often 50+ people), so normally there are plenty of people in your appropriate age range. The age ranges are broad to give you the most opportunity.
Q. I can tell immediately that someone is not for me, do I still have to talk with him/her?
A. The rotations are only 5 minutes for this reason. If you don't want to go out with the person, chat briefly and when the bell rings circle "NO" on your form and move on. But don't forget, this person could be a good friend or business prospect. . . there are MANY reasons to connect with someone besides just dating.
Q. What kinds of questions should I ask?
A. Avoid asking "what do you do for a living" (unless you are at Rapid Networking) and "where do you live." We all tend to ask these questions first, but what do they really tell you about the person you're meeting? Start here and your 5 minutes will be over before you know it. Alternatively, think of a couple of questions that will give you insights into common interests or will tell you about the person - for example (we found these questions in "Love Mechanics" by Renée Piane):
· What was the last book you read (movie you saw, CD you bought, etc)?
· Where did you take your last vacation?
· Where were you born?
· If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
· What excites you about life?
· What are you passionate about?
· When you have time off, what is your favorite thing to do?
· What makes you happy?
· Who are your mentors and role models in life?
Q. How do you "match" people?
A. After the event we carefully review all the response forms. If you said "YES" to someone, we check his/her form too. If he/she said "YES" too - it's a match! Within 48 hours you'll receive an e-mail message with information for all your matches.
Q. Can I find out who said "yes" to me?
A. The best way to find this out is to say "YES" to those you are interested in. For privacy reasons we can only give information when both parties say ?YES.?
Q. How many matches can I expect?
A. Our match rate is second to none - typically 80-85% of the attendees walk away with at least one match.
Q. What information will you give to my matches?
A. Most people provide their first name, phone number and e-mail address. No last names are given out (only initials)We prefer you giving us a phone number since some attendees do not have email. On the form there's a space for you to let us know what you're comfortable giving out but often with out all info we can’t match you properly.
Do both sides get information?
Yes, both men and women get the match information.
Q. What do I do after I get my matches?
A. After we send the e-mails, it's up to you to get in touch with each other. We suggest quickly calling or e-mailing the person to arrange a time to get together. Keep the first meeting simple - coffee, happy hour or something simple that will let you continue the conversation you started during your Rapid Date. Yes… Ladies you can contact the men after getting matches . Remember many people connect with more than one date so make contact within a few days or they may get too busy on other dates!
I've contacted my matches, but haven't heard back - what do I do?We suggest trying more than once. Sometimes life gets in the way - people get busy, go out of town, lose the e-mail, etc. Remember to read your Spam email! Unrecognized emails go into Junk email. This is why phone numbers help! Call again! Any "tips" to help me have a great experience?Of course! First, be open to meeting everyone. Second, don't get attached to the results. Third, prepare good questions. Finally, have fun!
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