Tag: First date

Men make massive mistakes on dates all the time. I know, I get it. It’s enough to make you crazy and give up dating all together. But, ever wonder if you’ve unknowingly made mistakes that might have crushed your chances at a second date? I’ve been in the coaching and matchmaking industry for twenty years…

“Why Are You Still Single?” It’s the go-to question everyone seems to be asking (or least thinking about) on first dates. What’s your response when asked why you’re still single? Head for the exit door? Deflect the question or tell your date it’s “too soon” for such a heavy topic? If you’re looking for a…

The speed and inefficiencies of dating apps have dashed a lot of hope out there and with this, even the kindest people skip over some basic gestures that inspire women to connect. As a professional matchmaker, I’m not a fan of dating rules but I do have a few tips to help you avoid the…

In this new world of dating apps, whether you’re on them or not, the landscape, behavior, and expectations in dating have changed. Most of your complaints revolve around wasted time and the extra effort that amounts to nothing.  But what we also know it’s difficult to stop swiping in hope one match will have the…

In my newsletters, I include a section called “Table for Two” to give you ideas on where you can take your LEVEL dates.  For quick reference, I’m housing them here so you can check back in whenever you need a suggestion. CLASSIC AND IMPRESSIVE You can’t go wrong with a restaurant she knows and the…

I have a long standing mission to help men date smarter. My greatest professional satisfaction comes from knowing I’ve made it possible for two exceptional people to find the partner that has eluded them. Top Tips for Successful LEVEL Dates 1. Relax, your date already knows you’re amazing. As a LEVEL member, you now have…

  In my 25 years of being a relationship expert and personal matchmaker, I found that women love to be with men who inquire and ask meaningful questions. They demonstrate that you are interested in her as a person, able to focus your attention, and can sustain a conversation. However, asking the wrong questions can…

Your mother’s list of charming advice is still relevant, but we need to add on to it.  Texting, chasing, photos, social media, ghosting, timeline agendas all come into play now.  How do you handle them like an adult and get the result you want instead of the frustration you dread. Respond. When you don’t know…

One of the most challenging parts of dating new people is figuring out if your values align. This is one of the main reasons I created LEVEL the first ALL-IN-ONE personal matchmaker and networking solution to match you based on what’s most important to you. Values aren’t something you see or feel. They’re rooted in…

Adventure comes in all shapes and sizes; this personality trait is not confined to traveling.The idea is to determine how willing they are to try new things, and whether that compliments your own willingness. Don’t interrogate them, be kindly inquisitive and offer them a space to open up. Here are a few questions to learn…

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