I’m never bored with what I do. Why? Because people are endlessly fascinating — especially when it comes to dating. I’ve always said there’s an inverse correlation between high intelligence and dumb dating. After more than 30 years as a dating expert, matchmaker, and coach — and after seeing more than 33,000 dates  happen (yes, really) — I can tell you this: smart, accomplished people make some very avoidable mistakes. Here are five of the biggest. 1. Don’t overshare. Not on

After facilitating 33,000 first dates , I’ve noticed something wildly strange. Brilliant people — CEOs, investors, founders, surgeons — suddenly abandon every business principle they believe in  the moment romance enters the room. In business you analyze risk. You evaluate long-term upside. You look at past performance. In dating? People invest their entire emotional portfolio based on vibes and a nice smile. If dating worked like a boardroom, here are a few things that wou

(Here's a recent article from AARP and New York Times writer Nicole Pajer---Thank you Nicole1) Here’s what dating coach Andrea McGinty...

I was asked yesterday by a New York Times reporter about break-ups and why they are more prevalent in the New Year.  He was focusing not...

So, when I got this text this morning from Carrie, one of my favorite clients (ok, you’re all my favorites!) I had to share. Why? Carrie...

Photo courtesy of Forbes Or just thoughts of dipping your toes back into dating---with apprehension, some excitement and doubts that...

(From The Notebook) This question comes up daily----as a dating coach sometimes 5-6 times per day when I am online with a client on a...

So, what are some of the most obvious trends for dating in 2024? 1.       Living Apart Together This trend has truly taken off!  You may...

According to a recent USA Today study, between December 26 through February 14, it’s peak online dating season.  I agree, after going...

Just 3. Short, sweet and simple today. Note: this article applies to all ways you can date: friends fixing you up, a chance meeting at...

If you’ve worked with me, you know I don’t mess around. I want you off to a fast start on dating: on dating sites, apps, etc. for several...

Ok, stay with me on this one---as your happiness is level is a crucial factor which dictates successful outcomes with online dating. ...

As I discussed in the article last week on why your messages are not leading to a first date, let’s tackle the flip side! While I...

This is one of the most common complaints I hear from singles. And it’s not because you’re not attractive, or there are no men out...

Lots of reasons. Some similar, some unique. Today I’m sharing real texts I’ve received over the past month on some reasons people seek...