How Do Matchmakers Find Matches?
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Although professional matchmaking has been around for thousands of years, there remains skepticism and mysticism around the matchmaking process. Really, matchmaking is both intuitive and scientific; professional matchmaking services combine intuition, psychology, and detailed knowledge of clients to facilitate meaningful connections. While technology has introduced new tools and databases, the core of matchmaking remains deeply personal and tailored. In this article, we will demystify how professional matchmakers find matches for their clients and review the professional matchmaking processes.?
1. Internal Databases
Professional matchmakers have access to extensive databases filled with potential, high-profile and high caliber matches. These databases, built over the course of decades, are carefully crafted to ensure that every profile is up-to-date and accurate. Each matchmaker personally vets their clients, which confirms the information the clients have provided is valid and truthful. This allows matchmakers to easily identify potential matches based on the client's profile. It's crucial to note that more established matchmakers typically have larger databases of singles. However, these databases might not be updated regularly, which could result in inflated numbers. Additionally, the company’s selectiveness can affect whether singles are screened before being added to the database. At LUMA, we boast a database of over 50,000 successful singles, updated weekly with each individual personally interviewed before being accepted as a potential match.
2. Referrals From Other Matchmakers
Typically, matchmakers find excellent matches within their expansive databases. However, when a client has very specific preferences, such as the desire to relocate, matchmakers don't hesitate to search beyond their main network. This involves actively seeking potential matches outside their immediate connections and databases. Matchmakers within the same company and from other businesses collaborate to facilitate the best possible matches. At LUMA, our matchmaking team adopts a collaborative approach, utilizing their collective networks to create lasting connections for clients. We also maintain multiple affiliate programs, ensuring access to a large, rich pool of potential matches
3. Recruiting via Online Social Networks
Successful, established matchmaking companies will occasionally leverage social networking sites to find quality matches for their clients. With nearly 800 million users on LinkedIn and almost 3 billion on Facebook, using social media to find potential matches can be both fruitful and efficient. Sometimes, the matchmaker will personally scout for their clients. In other cases, matchmaking companies will hire a specialized recruiter for social media networking. It's essential that matchmakers thoroughly screen every potential match, effectively acting as your first date and mediator. This process helps clients avoid 'dating burnout,' saving time and energy, and ensures they only meet matches who are genuinely seeking commitment. At LUMA, we carefully vet each match before making introductions while maintaining discretion. Our internal team of matchmakers uses social media to scout potential matches, and we have dedicated, specialized social media recruiters. We ensure our matchmaking process is 100% confidential, seamless, and successful.
4. Events
Luxury matchmakers strive to maintain a large, viable internal network of matches to meet each client's romantic needs. However, forming this network often takes a lot of time and social prowess. Professional matchmakers will attend social events and join clubs to find great potential matches and keep their pool of candidates fresh and esteemed. Luxury matchmaking is an exclusive service, and matchmakers only accept the highest quality candidates. At LUMA, we hire specialized recruiters to assist our matchmakers in finding the best possible matches for their clients. Our Certified Matchmakers are also active members in various social clubs and regularly attend networking events. This proactive approach ensures clients are not limited to the pool of candidates in our main database, allowing us to find each client their perfect partner.
5. Personal Scouting
Matchmakers genuinely take pride in their career and the role they take in fostering true love. Great matchmakers have a keen eye for love, and that doesn’t stop when they’re off the clock. Really, matchmakers are always scouting for potential matches- at the gym, the mall, restaurants, or out on the town. If they notice someone who they believe could be a great match candidate, they’ll approach and do an impromptu interview! If the person is single and looking, they’ll add them to their database and vet the person before they’re introduced to any clients. LUMA Matchmakers love crafting connections and are always on the lookout for potential matches so that we can ensure each client finds their true love.?
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6. Networking?
Being a matchmaker requires expert social skills and a true passion for forging lasting connections. Great matchmakers continuously expand their career networks to access a larger pool of potential matches, forming the foundation of a great matchmaking service. Luxury matchmakers will often join professional organizations, clubs, and academic institutions to gain exclusive access to elite singles. They leverage every contact possible when finding a match for their client, whether it’s a personal or professional connection. At LUMA, each of our matchmakers has an extensive network crafted over many years or decades. We take pride in knowing that our matchmakers are members of exclusive clubs and social circles, assuring that we give each client the best possible chance of finding their perfect match.?
7. Word of Mouth
Matchmakers really are social butterflies. They never stop searching to expand their network and are always looking for opportunities to create love. Matchmakers do have extensive professional networks, but they leverage any connection possible to find the best match for their clients. Matchmakers will reach out to their personal network of family and friends when necessary, and always take note when they hear someone mention, “Oh, I heard that person is single now!”. LUMA Matchmakers have vivid social lives, and with that comes the opportunity to craft lasting connections. Our matchmakers stay up-to-date on who in their personal social circles is single and looking, and if they’re a catch, will add them to their database of potential matches.?
Conclusion
There’s really no mysticism in the matchmaking process; it’s truly a combination of intuition, science, and a lot of hard work! Finding matches is a complex process that combines leveraging social media, personal and professional connections, and frequent scouting and recruitment. With business and networking expertise, social and emotional intelligence, and continuous effort to think outside the norm, professional matchmakers are specialized to help clients find meaningful and lasting relationships. The personalized and seamless cycle of the matchmaking process makes certain that each client receives tailored and dedicated attention, making the journey to finding love a well-supported and thoughtful journey.?
If you’re single and looking to invest in your love life, contact the LUMA team at 1 (844) 822-5862, or Schedule your Complimentary Consultation with one of our professional matchmakers to meet your perfect match. We are here to guide you through the journey of finding a true, loving, and irreplaceable relationship.
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