Black Dating: Balancing Career and Love: Dating Tips for Black Professionals
Juggling a demanding career while pursuing a fulfilling love life can feel like a magic trick now, add the extra layer of being Black in predominantly white or high pressure professional spaces, and it can seem even trickier. But many have walked this path and found harmony. Here are some real world tips for Black
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Black Dating: Why Black Professionals Are Embracing Matchmaking
Steven is a 40-year-old tech executive, and if you asked him a decade ago how he’d meet his future wife, he might have said “at a conference” or maybe “through a friend.” Fast forward to today, he is happily married to a woman he met through a matchmaking service. And he is not an outlier.
Read MoreBlack Dating: The Black: The Busy Black Professional Guide to Dating
Meet Carla: a 32 year old Black financial analyst in a big city, who often jokes that her most significant relationship is with her email inbox. Like so many Black professionals, Carla career demands long hours, and her personal time is scarce. When she tries dating, it feels like another item on a to do
Read MoreBlack Dating: Ready for Marriage? How a Matchmaker Prepares You for “The One”
You have done the soul searching, you have built a career, you have even worked on healing past wounds, and you feel like you are finally ready for “The One.” But being ready for marriage is not just about mindset; it is also about practical preparation. This is where a matchmaker can play an unexpected
Read MoreBlack Dating: Black Love Stories: When Dating with Marriage in Mind Pays Off
Monique and James story could be the script of a Black love film. When they met, both were intentional daters in their late 30s, and both had marriage at the top of their wish list. Their courtship was not rushed, but it was focused, every step building toward a future together. Two years from their
Read MoreBlack Dating: Dating with Intention: Black Dating Tips for Marriage Success
In the Black community, we often hear elders say, “Date with intention, not just for recreation.” This is sage advice, especially for those who view dating as a path to marriage. But what does “dating with intention” look like in practice? Here are some tips tailored for Black singles who are serious about marrying and
Read MoreBlack Dating: Why Black Singles Seeking Marriage Turn to Matchmaking
After years of dating that led nowhere, Malcolm was done with wasting time. At 40, this successful entrepreneur knew he wanted marriage, and he wanted it with someone truly compatible. He noticed a trend among some of his friends, those who were most serious about finding a spouse had hired matchmakers or dating coaches. Black
Read MoreBlack Dating: Success Stories: Afro Caribbean Singles Finding Lasting Love
Dionne and Samuel love story reads like a Caribbean fairy tale, with a modern twist. Dionne, a British born woman of Jamaican heritage, had almost resigned herself to singlehood after countless first dates that went nowhere. Samuel, a St. Lucian living in Paris, had a thriving career but felt something was missing in his personal
Read MoreBlack Dating: From First Date to “I Do”: How Black Matchmaking Leads to Marriage
When Kiara and Terrence first met through a matchmaking service, they both felt something different. It was not just a great first date, it was the beginning of a carefully guided journey toward marriage. Within 18 months, they went from that first introduction to walking down the aisle. Their story is a testament to how
Read MoreBlack Marriage: Minded Black Singles: Finding a Partner for Life
Being a marriage minded single in today dating world can feel like an uphill battle, especially for Black singles who often face additional challenges. Janelle, a 35 years old attorney, knew from early on that she was dating to find a life partner, not just a casual fling. But she found that openly stating “I’m
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