{"id":7084,"date":"2026-05-26T17:14:03","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T17:14:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/?page_id=7084"},"modified":"2026-05-26T17:14:36","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T17:14:36","slug":"are-matchmakers-worth-the-money","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Matchmakers Worth the Money? The Truth Nobody Tells You"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How High-Priced Matchmaking Companies Sell Hope More Than Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>By Joshua Pompey, The World&#8217;s Number 1 Online Dating Expert Since 2009<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>In This Article, You\u2019ll Learn:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Why many matchmakers don\u2019t have the dating pool they promise<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How matchmaking contracts often protect the company\u2014not you<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why paying thousands for a handful of dates doesn&#8217;t makes sense<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The most common complaints about professional matchmaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A smarter alternative to traditional matchmaking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Are matchmakers worth the money?  We examine the truth nobody tells you\" class=\"wp-image-7085\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-money.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re considering hiring a matchmaker, chances are you\u2019re not making that decision lightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re exhausted by dating apps that lead nowhere. Maybe you\u2019ve been successful in other areas of life but haven\u2019t had the same luck in love. Or maybe you\u2019ve reached a point where you\u2019re willing to invest real money if it means finally meeting the right person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And honestly, that makes complete sense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s exactly what makes professional matchmaking so appealing. The promise of personalized introductions, higher-quality matches, and a faster path to a meaningful relationship can be incredibly enticing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is that many high-priced matchmaking companies understand exactly how to market to people in that position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t to say every matchmaker is a scam (although after 20 years in the dating industry, I\u2019ve yet to hear a compelling success story that ended in an actual relationship).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But if you\u2019re wondering <strong>are matchmakers worth the money<\/strong>, you deserve to understand what many people only discover after signing the contract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This article isn\u2019t about judging anyone for wanting help finding love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s about making sure you go in with your eyes open.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are Professional Matchmakers Worth It If They Don\u2019t Have the Dating Pool They Promise?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Are Professional Matchmakers Worth It If They Don\u2019t Have the Dating Pool They Promise?\" class=\"wp-image-7086\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/are-matchmakers-worth-the-investment.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most compelling parts of the matchmaking sales pitch is the promise that they already have access to high-quality singles you\u2019d never meet otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That sounds great in theory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But here\u2019s the obvious question most people never stop to ask:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where exactly are all these people?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/bumble.com\">Dating apps<\/a> have millions of active users because they\u2019re accessible, affordable, and where modern dating actually happens. Professional matchmaking, by comparison, serves an incredibly small slice of the dating population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because matchmaking only works if there\u2019s enough real inventory consisting of a large, active pool of genuinely compatible singles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever personally met a happily married couple who told you they met through a matchmaker?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people haven\u2019t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That doesn\u2019t mean it never happens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But if professional matchmaking services truly had massive hidden networks of exceptional singles, wouldn\u2019t they be far more culturally relevant?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t to say matchmakers don\u2019t have people in their databases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But the idea that most matchmaking services are sitting on a deep bench of highly compatible hidden candidates is much more of a marketing fantasy than a reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s why many clients are promised curated introductions, only to find themselves meeting people who feel no more compatible than matches they could have found on their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve been frustrated with dating but still believe expert help could make a difference, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\">Learn how our VIP Assistant Program At Next Evolution Matchmaking Combines Online Dating With Matchmaking for A Process That Truly Works<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Many Matchmaking Services Prioritize Sales Over Results<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Why Many Matchmaking Services Prioritize Sales Over Results Making it Not Worth The Investment\" class=\"wp-image-7087\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-are-not-worth-it.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s something many people don\u2019t realize until it\u2019s too late:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional matchmaking is a high-ticket business item.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Clients may spend $2,000, $5,000, $10,000, $20,000\u2014or in some cases significantly more. I met a client who once spend $140,000!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At those price points, matchmaking companies don\u2019t need massive client volume to generate serious revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a handful of signups each month can sustain a highly profitable business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And that creates an uncomfortable incentive problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you sign, you\u2019ll often hear promises of personalized attention, carefully curated introductions, and highly compatible matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But many people report a very different experience once the contract is signed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the past 20 years, I\u2019ve spoken with countless people who felt they were given poor matches simply so the company could fulfill its obligation and move on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One man I spoke with made it abundantly clear that shared faith was non-negotiable for him as a devout Catholic\u2014only to be matched with someone from a completely different religious background.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not overlooking a minor preference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s missing a foundational compatibility issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many matchmaking contracts promise a certain number of introductions\u2014not quality, compatibility, or meaningful results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So if you receive a handful of disappointing dates that technically satisfy the agreement, the company will declare that they&#8217;ve handled their end of the bargain, in spite of doing a poor job.  (This is in contrast to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\">our VIP services<\/a> where we have tremendous built in incentives to perform well)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where many clients feel blindsided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because what they thought they were paying for was expert matchmaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What they may have actually purchased was simply a contractual number of introductions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Hiring a Matchmaker Worth It When Dating Is a Numbers Game?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Is Hiring a Matchmaker Worth It When Dating Is a Numbers Game?\" class=\"wp-image-7089\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/is-matchmaking-a-rip-off.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s give matchmakers the full benefit of the doubt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s assume they genuinely have good intentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s still a major problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dating is, and always has been, a numbers game.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Even when two people look great on paper, chemistry is unpredictable. <a href=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/how-to-attract-women-online\/\">Attraction<\/a> can\u2019t be forced. Timing matters. Emotional readiness matters. Shared values matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes everything looks perfect and it still doesn\u2019t work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s just dating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Which makes the traditional matchmaking model difficult to justify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re spending $10,000 for 5 introductions, that\u2019s $2,000 per date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re spending $20,000 for 4 introductions, that\u2019s $5,000 per date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And that assumes the matches are genuinely strong.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the biggest horror stories I&#8217;ve heard were from clients who were paying upwards of $25,000 a date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Even in the best-case scenario, the math simply doesn\u2019t work in your favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learn how our services are different by clicking below!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-1024x683.png\" alt=\"If Matchmakers Aren\u2019t Worth the Money, What\u2019s the Better Alternative?\" class=\"wp-image-7097\" style=\"width:600px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the right person usually requires enough opportunities for compatibility and chemistry to emerge naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Putting enormous pressure on a tiny number of introductions\u2014at an absurd cost\u2014doesn\u2019t improve your odds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If anything, it makes dating more stressful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re not just asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Do I like this person?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019re subconsciously asking:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Was this date worth thousands of dollars?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a terrible mindset for authentic connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Wanting expert help isn\u2019t the mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing a broken system often is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Complaints About Professional Matchmaking Services<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Common Complaints About Professional Matchmaking Services\" class=\"wp-image-7091\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/common-complaints-about-matchmaking-services.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common complaints I\u2019ve heard over the years has nothing to do with the sales pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s what happens after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people I\u2019ve spoken with described going months without a single introduction despite being promised an active, <a href=\"http:\/\/nemvip.com\">personalized matchmaking experience<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And when they reached out?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unanswered emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ignored calls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Delayed responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Vague explanations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But what frustrated many people even more was what happened when they pushed back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of acknowledging legitimate concerns, the blame often shifted to the client.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>They were told their standards were too high.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That they weren\u2019t being open-minded enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That they needed to be more patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And yes, self-reflection matters in dating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But some stories make those explanations hard to take seriously.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you tell a marathon runner she isn\u2019t being open enough when you matched her with a man whose chronic injury prevented him from participating in most physical activities?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s a real story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Or how do you tell a 48-year-old woman to be more flexible when she clearly said she didn\u2019t want to date someone older than 55 and then goes on to be matched with a 64-year-old?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not challenging unrealistic expectations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s ignoring clearly stated preferences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>And when someone has already invested significant money and emotional hope into the process, experiences like that don\u2019t just feel disappointing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>They feel dismissive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If any of this sounds painfully familiar, you\u2019re not alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, I\u2019ve spoken with countless singles who came to us after disappointing matchmaking experiences, frustrated that they spent enormous amounts of money for so little actual opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem usually isn\u2019t you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the system you were sold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If traditional matchmaking has let you down, <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\">See how our unique VIP services create dramatically more opportunities, where we combine dating apps and the tradional world of matchmaking<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why Bad Matchmaker Reviews Don\u2019t Always Tell the Full Story<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Why Bad Matchmaker Reviews Don\u2019t Always Tell the Full Story\" class=\"wp-image-7096\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/matchmakers-lie-about-being-worth-it.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If so many people are disappointed, why aren\u2019t there even more bad reviews?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a fair question.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While you can absolutely find negative professional matchmaking reviews online, I believe there are two major reasons the volume may seem lower than expected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>First: embarrassment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a matchmaker is deeply personal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone spends thousands\u2014or tens of thousands\u2014of dollars on a disappointing experience, many simply don\u2019t want others knowing about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Friends. Family. Coworkers. Future partners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some feel embarrassed they trusted the sales pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Others just want to move on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Second: private resolutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, I\u2019ve heard from people who said that after pushing back aggressively, they were offered partial refunds or settlements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In some cases, they reported confidentiality agreements were involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If that happens, those stories never make it into public reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That doesn\u2019t mean every company operates this way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>But it does mean public review volume may not tell the full story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About Matchmakers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Are matchmakers worth the money?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For most people, probably not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When you\u2019re paying thousands for only a small number of introductions with no guarantee of compatibility or success, the value proposition becomes difficult to justify.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why are matchmakers so expensive?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional matchmaking is sold as a premium service built around exclusivity and personalization.  The reality is that they aren&#8217;t really exclusive, they will take anyone who is willing to pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because of the high-ticket pricing model, companies only need a small number of clients to generate substantial revenue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is hiring a matchmaker better than dating apps?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Almost universally not. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dating apps can be frustrating\u2014but they offer access to dramatically larger dating pools, which matters when dating is ultimately a numbers game.  Millions upon millions of people have been married through dating apps (Which is why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\">our services that combine traditional matchmaking with dating apps<\/a> are so successful). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What\u2019s a better matchmaking alternative?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A strategic dating model that combines access with expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That means leveraging modern dating apps and online dating sites with professional support rather than relying on a tiny closed network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>If Matchmakers Aren\u2019t Worth the Money, What\u2019s the Better Alternative?<\/strong>  Our Higher-End Services at Next Evolution Matchmaking Can Help.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-1024x683.png\" alt=\"If Matchmakers Aren\u2019t Worth the Money, What\u2019s the Better Alternative?\" class=\"wp-image-7097\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/next-evolution-matchmaking-2.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing this article should make clear, it\u2019s this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem isn\u2019t wanting help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is investing in the wrong kind of help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Because the truth is, millions of people meet on dating apps and online dating sites every single day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Modern relationships overwhelmingly begin through dating apps and online platforms, not because the process is always fun, but because that\u2019s where the largest pool of active singles exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s where real opportunity lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve combined traditional matchmaking with the modern world of dating apps for a process that actually gets results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>My name is Joshua Pompey and since 2009 I&#8217;ve been helping men and women of all ages successfully find relationships on dating apps at a tremendous success rate.   <\/strong>You can learn more about me <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/about-us\">here<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Over the years, we\u2019ve helped thousands of clients navigate modern dating more strategically, creating dramatically more opportunities than traditional matchmaking ever could.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>At Next Evolution Matchmaking, where we focus on higher end services, we completely take over the dating apps for our clients, writing their profiles, performing their searches, sending out messages, and lining up quality dates week after week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>How successful are we?  Our average client has found success within 2 months!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-1024x683.png\" alt=\"How successful are we?  Our average client has found success within 2 months!\" class=\"wp-image-7103\" style=\"width:600px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-700x467.png 700w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking-600x400.png 600w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/nemvipmatchmaking.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nemvip.com\/the-nem-process\">To learn more about how our process works, click here now!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Who Am I?  Learn More About Me Below!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"485\" height=\"423\" src=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2018-05-24-at-12.22.53-PM-1-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7106\" srcset=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2018-05-24-at-12.22.53-PM-1-3.png 485w, https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2018-05-24-at-12.22.53-PM-1-3-300x262.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>My name is Joshua Pompey, founder of <a href=\"http:\/\/joshuapompey.com\">JoshuaPompey.com<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/nemvip.com\">Next Evolution Matchmaking<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/joshuapompey.com\/men\/about-us\/\">Click here to learn more about who I am and what qualifies us to help you!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How High-Priced Matchmaking Companies Sell Hope More Than Results By Joshua Pompey, The World&#8217;s Number 1 Online Dating Expert Since 2009 In This Article, You\u2019ll Learn: If you\u2019re considering hiring a matchmaker, chances are you\u2019re not making that decision lightly. 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