How to Know If He Wants to See You Again (From an Expert)

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Dating coach John Keegan reveals the top signs your guy crush is interested in a second date

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So, you went out with a guy, you had a great time, and you want to see him again. Hopefully, he feels the same way—but how can you know for sure? Have no fear! You can absolutely figure out whether a guy wants to see you again on your own. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of clues and signs you can use to find out if he’s interested, with expert insights from dating coach John Keegan.

What are the signs he wants to see you again?

Dating coach John Keegan says if a guy is interested in going on a second date, he'll probably contact you within 1-2 days of your first date. Here are other signs he wants to see you again:

He tells you he had fun.
He brings up something funny that happened on your first date.
He likes your social media posts.
He keeps in touch.
He responds quickly and sends emojis.
He flirts with you.

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He texts or calls soon after your date.

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If he reaches out within the next few days, it’s a good sign. If you went out together and there wasn’t a connection, or he isn’t interested in seeing you again, you likely won’t hear from him. If there was some chemistry and he wants to spend more time with you, Keegan says he’ll probably contact you sometime within 1-2 days after your date to start talking to you.^{[1]
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- Even if it wasn’t technically a date (i.e., a party, a chance meeting at a bar, a work event, etc.), if a guy wants to see you again, he’ll still get in touch with you soon afterward.
- Make sure he has your contact info so he can reach you!
- Reader Poll: We asked 801 wikiHow readers, and 52% of them agreed that they decide how long to wait between the first and second dates based on the level of connection and chemistry they feel on the first date. [Take Poll]
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He tells you that he had fun.

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He wouldn’t say it if he didn’t mean it. It’s simple enough for a guy to say that they had a nice time or it was nice to see you, but if he goes far enough to talk about how much he enjoyed himself or how much fun he had, then he isn’t just being polite. Keegan says it means he liked seeing you, and he’d like to see you again!^{[2]
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- He might say, "I had a blast with you the other night" or "That was really fun! I had a great time with you."

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He brings up something funny from your date.

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It’s a sign that he really connected with you. If something really funny or memorable happened on your date, Keegan says he may bring it up afterward as a way to break the ice or talk about how much fun you two had together. If he enjoyed being with you that much, he likely wants to see you again.^{[3]
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- He could just as easily not bring up something that happened on your date.
- He could say, "Remember when you tried to order gabagool like you were in The Sopranos? That was absolutely hilarious!"
- He might also say, "I’ll never forget spilling the popcorn all over myself. It was my crowning moment."

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He likes your social media posts.

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He wants you to know he likes what he sees. If he starts immediately following your profile after your first date, then he definitely wants to find out more about you. Even if he already followed you before your date, Keegan says "liking your posts on social media" is his way of communicating that he likes you and wants to hang out again.^{[4]
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- If he starts liking some of your old pictures, then you know he’s thinking about you and exploring your profile.

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He keeps in touch.

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He wouldn’t continue the conversation if he didn’t want to see you again. It’s one thing to send a few messages here and there after you go out with a guy. But if he keeps the conversation going with texts and phone calls, says Keegan, then he’s really enjoying talking to you. It probably won’t be long before he brings up getting together again.^{[5]
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- If he’s asking you a bunch of questions about your life, then he’s trying to get to know you better. He may really like you.
- Even if you’re just sending funny memes to each other, the point is you’re still talking even after your date!

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He responds quickly and sends emojis.

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Dynamic responses with lots of emojis are a good sign. Most guys will politely respond to you, even if they aren’t interested in seeing you again. But if he’s responding quickly and consistently, using exclamation points, and adding heart or smiley face emojis, then he’s really enjoying talking to you and probably wants to spend more time with you in the near future.^{[6]
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- For instance, if you say, "I had a lot of fun the other night," and he texts back, "Me too! That was such a great movie!!" and adds a few emojis, then he really means it.
- Dry, single-word responses are a sign that he’s being nice but really isn’t feeling it. You may want to back off a bit.

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He flirts with you.

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He definitely wants to see you again if he sends flirty texts. Complimenting your looks, telling you how sexy you are, and teasing you are all signs that he likes you and wants more. He might even ask for permission to sext you, which you can agree to if you're into it (but don't be afraid to say no or that you'd prefer going slower)!
- He might say, "You're really hot" or "I can't stop thinking about you."
- Wanting to have sex with you is also a sure sign that he wants to reconnect. Remember to only have sex if you want to, though! If he pressures you, that's a red flag.

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He tells you when he's free.

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It could mean he’s trying to work you in. If you’re texting or chatting and he starts talking about weekend plans or what he’s got going on Friday night, it’s a good sign that he wants to see you. He may follow up by asking about your plans and then by seeing if you want to get together.
- He might say, "Lucky me, I’ve got Saturday night and Sunday afternoon off. First time in a while!"
- If he’s super busy, he may tell you something like, "I’ve got this crazy assignment that’s got me working every day this weekend." Then he might follow up with, "Maybe when I have a day off, we can get together?"

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He mentions a second date.

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He wouldn’t bring it up if he didn’t want one. If he’s already planning a second date, then he obviously wants to see you again! If you’re interested, just hop in on the date planning and have some fun.^{[7]
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- For example, if you’re at dinner and the date is going really well, and he says, "If you like burgers, we should go to the new spot across town for our next date," then all you need to do is say "Yes!" if you want!
- He may follow up after your first date and say, "Do you have any ideas for a second date?" Have some fun picking out your next date spot if you’re interested in seeing him again.

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He sends you flowers.

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He may really be trying to woo you. It may seem a bit old-fashioned, but who doesn’t love getting flowers? If a guy sends you some blooms after your first date, then he's definitely hoping for a second one. Take it as a sign that you’re on his mind!^{[8]
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- Sending flowers after the first or second date may be a bit too much for some people, but if you’re into it, who cares?

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He tells you he wants to hang out again.

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Sometimes a guy will just be direct and upfront about it. According to Keegan, the most obvious sign he wants to see you again is when he comes right out and tells you. That’s great! Don’t second-guess it. Just roll with it and see him again if you want.^{[9]
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- After your date, he might say, "This was great. Can I see you again?"
- He may also reach out later and say, "I had a great time and I’d love to see you again if you’d like."

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How do I know if he enjoyed the date?

John Keegan
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John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.

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Check your phone! He'll probably send you a friendly text and share that he had a great time. He might even check out your social media and like a few posts.

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How do you know if he will ask you out again?

John Keegan
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John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.

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He might make a suggestive comment like "We should do this again sometime."

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If a guy keeps making excuses or isn’t super responsive to you, it could be a hint that he’s not interested. It may be best to try to move on.

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