Dear providers and hobbyists - I was wondering which is better thing to hear/see - a 'No' or No response at all, and is the proper mode of communication for you.? Just from my perspective, a 'No' is better than a no response. In that way, we both are saving time and get to move on.

I was just trying to reach out to a provider through DM as she don't mention her contact on ads. She responded one day in DM and then disappeared. I might have dropped few more IMs. Then I got a text to my phone one day from her and then she again disappeared without any follow up. Not sure how to handle such personalities, lol. I have seen few providers who are very clear in their availability and limits which I find very useful. And I think it goes both way too. I assume providers also want to hear a proper no or cancellation straight away rather than a no response, I presume ?

What are your thoughts ?