4 Matchmaking Styles…Which is Right for You?

loveydoveyAs you read through the styles, keep in mind that the better you know yourself, the more easily you will recognize a matchmaking style that will work best for you.

1. Nurturing- Matchmakers with a nurturing approach are great listeners. They are sure to make you feel great about yourself from the first getting to know you meeting through every date and feedback conference that follows. They provide kindly phrased, helpful advice to make it easier for you to open up and feel cared for throughout the dating process. If you are looking to work with someone who will approach you in a kind, gentle, and encouraging manner, than this style is one to look at for sure.

2. Direct- Are you a busy –let’s get this done– type of person? Do you like to know exactly what is on the table, and make fairly quick decisions with the input of a professional? If so, you may feel most comfortable working with a matchmaker who doesn’t adorn the facts, presents information to you in a timely, honest manner, and seems to know immediately who to set you up with.

3. Go-getter- Matchmakers in this style approach their work with energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail. Although they bring plenty of energy to the table, a go-getter does not rush the process, taking time to check in with clients daily, and constantly examine new candidates. They offer their clients detailed advice on how best to proceed, and expect them to be proactive in return. This driven style makes them an efficient and effective matchmaker.

4. Holistic- Do you appreciate when someone takes his or her time getting to know you, excavating your past and truly understanding all that goes into making you the unique person you are? A matchmaker that works in the holistic style listens to their clients and takes them in fully. They then formulate a clear picture of who a client is from all that they have shared. Holistic matchmakers are comfortable taking it slow and not rushing you throughout the process.