Opening questions that work on video
Try one of these, or adapt the idea in your own words:
- What's been the best part of your day?
- What song have you had on repeat lately?
- If you could visit anywhere this weekend, where would you go?
- What do you like doing when you have a quiet evening?
- Have you watched anything good recently?
Avoid opening with your exact location, contact details, or requests for money or photos.
Follow-ups that sound natural
If they mention a song, ask what they like about it. If they mention travel, ask whether they prefer cities or nature—not twenty questions in a row.
Share a short answer of your own after they speak. Back-and-forth beats an interview.
- “That sounds fun—what got you into it?”
- “I have not tried that yet. What would you recommend?”
- “Same here, actually. What was the highlight?”
When the chat goes quiet
A pause is not always failure. They may be thinking, translating, or adjusting to video.
Offer a gentle shift: “Different question—what would your perfect day off look like?” If they seem uncomfortable, do not push; use skip or leave controls.
FAQ
What is the safest first question?
Something open and low-stakes, such as what they have enjoyed this week, works well for most people.
How do I avoid sounding like I am interviewing them?
React to their answers, add a little about yourself, and leave space for them to ask you something too.
Choose your next step
Open the video matching page when you're ready, or explore the online list first.