Responding to someone who has contacted you is a simple and courteous part of using our service. Whether you're an employee or an employer, follow these steps to reply to messages. All messages can be responded to from your inbox.
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Log Into Your Account: Your first step is to sign into your account.
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Navigate to Your Inbox: Once logged in, go to your inbox where all your messages are stored.
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Open the Conversation: Find the message you want to respond to and click on it to open the conversation window.
- Choose Interested or Not Interested: If this is a new message, before replying, you'll need to indicate if you're interested or not. Click "Reply" to proceed with the conversation.
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Type Your Response: In the conversation window, you'll see a text box. Type your reply here.
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Send Your Message: After typing your message, click "send" to deliver your response.
Responding to a message from your 'For you' page
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Log into your account and navigate to your 'For You' page.
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Browse through the list and locate the match you wish to respond to.
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Once you've found the match, click on the 'Respond to' button. This action is designed to take you directly to their message in your inbox. Here, you can view the entire message thread.
- You will need to indicate whether you are 'interested' or not 'interested', before you can respond. Learn more.
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In the conversation window, type your response in the provided text box. Take a moment to craft your message, whether you're interested in further interaction or politely declining.
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Once you're satisfied with your message, click the 'Send' button to reply.
The Importance of Responding
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Good Etiquette: Whether you're interested in the opportunity or not, responding is a matter of good etiquette. It's respectful to acknowledge the sender's effort.
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Providing Closure: Your response, even if it's to decline the offer, gives the sender closure. This allows them to continue their search without waiting or reaching out to you again.
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Clear Communication: Timely and clear responses contribute to a positive and efficient experience for everyone on the platform.
Remember, every message is an opportunity to connect and communicate. Keeping up with your inbox not only shows professionalism but also helps maintain a respectful and active community.