If you exchange numbers and she calls you first, it’s an excellent sign. But again, don’t make yourself available for a long chat. The message you want to send is that you were i in the middle of something, but you’re willing to set aside a few minutes for her. This tactic is one of the proven  M.A.C.K. strategies that you can definitely add to your arsenal.

When she asks what you’re up to, don’t say “nothing.” Tell her you’re finishing up some work, getting ready to go out, cooking dinner something that suggests you’re engaged in an activity but will put it aside to give her your attention.

Also, if she is the one calling you, don’t attempt to set up a date. You don’t want her to think you’re in a hurry to see her again, or that you’ve been waiting for her call to ask her out. Just chat with her. Once it’s been five minutes, tell her you’ve got something you need to take care of. Ask her “When is a good time for me to call you tomorrow?”

You will be prepared to make this call, with a specific date plan in mind, and this is when you will invite her out. It’s important to lock down the time when you will call her. By asking her “when is a good time,” and calling her then, you’ll and avoid having to leave messages and playing phone tag.

Calling a girl and accidentally waking her up, or someone she lives with, is an awkward situation. You can put a cute little twist on it by asking, “What’s your bedtime? I wouldn’t want to wake you up.”