How many times have you “judged a book by its cover” when reading a roommate advertisement without realizing it? Your answer is probably many times. It’s just part of human nature and the same thing happens each time you respond to a roommate advertisement.
Answering advertisements is all about standing out from the crowd and getting that elusive roommate interview. The key to unlocking the door is remembering that most people choose a roommate subjectively through a process of elimination. Your goal should be to avoid being placed on the “reject” pile while at the same time deciding if the advertiser is the right roommate for you. This means from the moment you contact a potential roommate showing them why you are the right roommate and giving them a reason to meet you. Whether you make a good or bad impression, its impact will be greater when the advertiser has received many responses. The advertiser will usually be more choosy, review your reply more critically and make a harsher judgement in deciding if you would be a suitable roommate.
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