Professional matchmaking is changing, and the shift is already affecting how matchmakers run their businesses, serve clients, and manage responsibility.

In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn breaks down the real conditions shaping the future of professional matchmaking. The focus is not on trends or predictions. The focus is on what is already happening as visibility increases, pricing rises, technology accelerates, and expectations sharpen.

Listeners will hear:

• Why matchmaking is no longer private and how that changes client expectations

• What clients are really paying for beyond introductions

• How pricing without structure leads to burnout and service breakdowns

• Why client experience depends on communication, pacing, and professionalism

• Why documentation, CRMs, and privacy readiness are now essential

• How technology and AI increase accountability rather than reduce it

• What national and international work is required from a compliance perspective

• Why role clarity and scope control protect both matchmakers and clients

• Why trust has become the product in modern matchmaking

The episode includes a Compliance Corner focused on jurisdictional awareness and professional responsibility as the industry continues to mature.

This conversation is for professional matchmakers, matchmaking company owners, and industry leaders who want to operate with clarity, structure, and integrity.

Resources:

Matchmaker Training & Certification: LoveProMastermind.com

Matchmaking Accreditation: IMCBoard.org

For ongoing industry insight, join On the Radar, the monthly Business Intelligence Brief for Matchmakers: ⁠https://member.getrealgetlove.com/i/On-The-Radar.⁠

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Season 2 of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast with Arlene Washburn marks a deeper, more intentional conversation about what it means to operate as a professional matchmaker in a rapidly evolving industry.

As technology advances, client expectations shift, and ethical scrutiny increases, the decisions made behind the scenes matter more than ever. Season 2 explores the intersection of ethics, psychology, business structure, and innovation, with a clear focus on responsibility, boundaries, and long-term credibility.

Episodes are designed for aspiring and established professional matchmakers, matchmaking business owners, and industry leaders who care about standards, sustainability, and trust. While daters may listen to better understand how professional matchmaking works, every episode is created with the professional lens in mind.

Season 2 features solo episodes and thoughtful conversations with experts across business, compliance, psychology, and adjacent disciplines. Each episode also includes a dedicated Compliance Corner, where real-world considerations, emerging risks, and best-practice guidance are discussed to help matchmakers operate more responsibly in an increasingly complex landscape. The emphasis is not on shortcuts or quick wins, but on sound judgment, ethical leadership, and building something that lasts.

New episodes drop on Wednesdays starting January 7.

The Matchmaker Mentor Podcast is supported by Love Pro Mastermind Academy and the International Matchmaking Compliance Board, advancing professionalism, education, and ethical standards in the matchmaking industry.

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Why do professional matchmakers lose clients before ever getting on a discovery call? It's not your pricing or process—it's how unprepared your business looks online.

Arlene Washburn reveals the exact mistakes costing matchmakers thousands in lost business: unprofessional email addresses, broken website links, missing privacy policies, deceptive "As Seen On" marketing, and false success rate claims.

Learn why Gmail addresses kill credibility, how "Number One Matchmaker" claims can get you sued, why taking every client ruins your business, and why desperate sales energy repels quality clients.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:- Professional email requirements- Privacy policy legal obligations - Website audit essentials- FTC & global consumer protection laws- Ethical sales processes- Client acceptance criteria

The good news? Everything is fixable. Most solutions cost under $100.

RESOURCES:Love Pro Mastermind Academy: https://lovepromastermind.comIMCB: https://imcboard.orgWWRN: https://wwrnetwork.com

Educational content only, not legal advice.

Ethical non-monogamy (ENM) is becoming a larger part of today’s dating and matchmaking landscape. In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn speaks with George, an experienced voice in the ENM community, about how transparency, communication, and compassion are transforming modern relationships.

They discuss:✨ What ethical non-monogamy really means (beyond labels and misconceptions)✨ How to support clients who practice ENM or polyamory✨ The difference between open relationships and consensual non-monogamy✨ How to approach inclusive matchmaking and coaching with integrity

Whether you’re a professional matchmaker, dating coach, or simply curious about alternative relationship structures, this episode offers valuable insights into modern love and professional ethics.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Guest: George — Ethical Non-Monogamy Advocate

  Website: The-Group.co | JustForDinner.com

Resources:
🎓 Matchmaker Training → LoveProMastermind.com⚖️ Compliance & Accreditation → IMCBoard.org💞 Ethical Matchmaker Referrals → WWRNetwork.com

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In this episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, Arlene Washburn sits down with Brandan Rader, a relationship expert and coach, to explore how coaching and psychology are transforming the world of matchmaking.

They discuss how behavioral science helps matchmakers better understand their clients, improve outcomes, and redefine compatibility in today’s modern dating landscape. Brandon shares insights on how coaching tools, such as self-awareness and emotional regulation, can empower both clients and professionals.

If you’re a matchmaker, dating coach, or someone curious about the future of love, this episode offers valuable guidance on building stronger relationships and businesses.

Guest:Website: https://www.brandanrader.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandanraderofficialTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@psychedaboutyouBook: Love Attraction Journal: The Guide to Attract Your Ideal Partner https://a.co/d/f5DFHl8

🎓 Matchmaker Resources: Training & Certification → LoveProMastermind.comCompliance & Accreditation → IMCBoard.orgEthical Matchmaker Referrals → WWRNetwork.com

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Tags: matchmaking, relationship coaching, dating psychology, Brandan Rader, Arlene Washburn, matchmaker mentor

Running a matchmaking business is about more than helping people find love — it’s about protecting yourself, your clients, and your reputation. 💼💘

In this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, host Arlene Washburn sits down with international attorney and arbitration expert Peter Namas to uncover the critical legal and compliance issues every matchmaker needs to know.

👉 You’ll learn:

• Why dispute resolution clauses (ADR) are a must-have in your contracts ⚖️

• How regulations vary across states and countries — and what that means for your business 🌍

• The risks of operating without compliance (lawsuits, reputational damage, even shutdowns) 🚫

• How accreditation strengthens credibility, protects clients, and legitimizes matchmaking as a profession ✅

• Data protection, refund policies, background checks, and other essentials to safeguard your agency 🔒

Whether you’re a solo matchmaker or leading a growing agency, this episode gives you the tools to stay compliant, build trust, and elevate the entire industry.

✨ Don’t just create love stories — protect your own business story, too.

👉 Learn more about IMCB here: https://www.imcboard.org/about

Today, I’m sitting down with Danielle Selber — a matchmaker who has spent nearly 10 years building love connections in Jewish and LGBTQIA+ communities with her signature approach of radical inclusivity and zero judgment. 💖

In this episode, we dive deep into:
✨ Why matchmaking is about community building—not just one-on-one introductions.
✨ How cultural competency shapes healthier, more respectful dating.
✨ The surprising ways world events and political divides impact singles today.
✨ Why collaboration over competition between matchmakers leads to more success for clients.

If you’re a matchmaker, thinking about becoming one, or simply fascinated by the future of relationships, this is a must-listen. 🎙️

In this powerful episode of the Matchmaker Mentor Podcast, host Arlene Washburn sits down with board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Peter Zafirides to explore the vital link between mental health and relationships. With over 30 years of experience treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, and bipolar disorder, Dr. Zafirides offers unique insights into the challenges people face in both life and love.

💡 Key takeaways from this conversation:

• The stigma of mental illness and how it still impacts communities today.

• Why ADHD can be both a challenge and a gift, especially for entrepreneurs and creatives.

• The hidden epidemic of loneliness in the digital age, and how it affects dating and emotional well-being.

• Shifting dynamics in modern relationships—from changing gender roles to global dating trends.

• How meaningful connection and resilience remain at the core of both mental health and love.

Whether you’re a matchmaker, an entrepreneur, or simply someone striving to build healthier relationships, this episode is packed with actionable wisdom and human stories that will inspire you to look at love and mental health in a whole new way.

👉 Tune in now and discover why thriving emotionally is inseparable from thriving in relationships.