Goldman Sachs to Matchmaking? Yes, THAT Kind of Matchmaking!
Congrats to the new class of GS partners – for many people this is the “golden ticket” they’ve been working towards for many years.
Reading these announcements brings back memories of my own years at Goldman Sachs when my colleagues and I would wonder who would make partner each year. My own path over the last few decades took me in a different direction and put me in a position where I get to award the ultimate golden ticket – the ticket to a fulfilling, happy relationship. I’m a professional matchmaker.
Bankers and Matchmakers: More in Common Than You’d Think
Bankers and matchmakers aren’t all that different at the end of the day. Instead of having to figure out how to make the “numbers” work - I spend my time figuring out how people work best together - and be the best versions of themselves. There are also other similarities:
Make client service your highest priority. It’s always about the client and helping them grow and succeed. When they find love that lasts, they make the best references. As a matchmaker, my role is to protect my client and help streamline a process for them.
Work with the best people. Don’t settle. At Goldman, clients were blue-chip and well-vetted. Curating a client list is also important for matchmakers. We only take on clients who are a good fit for our strengths as a matchmaker and ready to commit to the process, but be ready to walk away from others. Just as there are many financial services firms, there are also many matchmakers. Client fit is important.
Collaboration. Although Goldman has a reputation for aggressiveness in the banking world, internally, there is incredible camaraderie and collaboration. With my fellow matchmakers, we often agonize and deliberate how to help our clients. It’s the network. Every matchmaker delights in making that unexpected match for our client.
It’s a Process. Part of working in banking is continuously refining your forecasts and focusing on areas that deliver the best returns for clients. The same is true in matchmaking. The more you learn about your clients and the more they learn about themselves, the more you can refine the matches you are able to make for them helping them find success in Love!
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