Twice the Advice
From Leisha Murphy & Lisa Lyngos
Twin Sisters | Matchmakers Dating & Relationship Experts
Every article is inspired by real conversations, real clients, and the wisdom we’ve gained from helping people find love. Here we share the insights, lessons, and little truths we’ve learned along the way to help you date smarter.
You Can Take the Girls Out of Texas… But You Can’t Take the Texas Out of the Girls.
If you’ve ever met us, you’ve probably figured out pretty quickly that we’re from Texas. The smiles. The positive attitudes. The fact that we'll happily strike up a conversation just about anywhere. Dead giveaway. People ask us from time to time where we this...
Widowed Singles Matchmaking: Finding Love Again
Summary: Widowed singles matchmaking acknowledges that grief, loyalty, and hope coexist. Professional matchmaking for widows differs from apps: thoughtful introductions, genuine sensitivity, privacy protection, and emotional maturity. Matchmaking for widowed singles...
How to Meet Single Men in Atlanta Without Wasting Time
Summary: How to meet single men in Atlanta: apps disappoint, traditional venues are hit-or-miss, friends have limited networks. Best places to meet single men in Atlanta attract quality men through shared interests, not chance. Where to meet eligible bachelors in...
The Sexiest Thing a Man Can Wear Isn’t What You Think: Twice The Advice from Lisa & Leisha
Summary: The first year of a relationship is full of exciting highs, unexpected shifts, and moments that make you wonder if what you're feeling is normal. Spoiler: it almost always is. Here's what to actually expect in the first year of a relationship, stage by stage,...
What Nobody Tells You About the First Year of a Relationship
Summary: The first year of a relationship is full of exciting highs, unexpected shifts, and moments that make you wonder if what you're feeling is normal. Spoiler: it almost always is. Here's what to actually expect in the first year of a relationship, stage by stage,...
Put the Phone Away…Your Future Spouse Is Sitting Across From You: Twice the Advice from Lisa & Leisha
Summary: In a world where everyone's glued to their phones, the most attractive thing you can do on a first date costs absolutely nothing: put it away and actually show up. Here's why undivided attention is the secret weapon nobody talks about, and how one tiny habit...
How to Choose a Matchmaker and What Actually Matters
Summary: Choosing the right matchmaker comes down to five things: experience, personal involvement, quality over quantity, ongoing feedback, and privacy. Skip the polished websites and sales pitches. Ask about real outcomes, who's actually doing the matching, and...
Why Online Dating Doesn’t Work for Professionals
Summary: Online dating doesn't work for professionals: apps demand endless time, reward endless browsing, match on profiles not people, expose your reputation, and create decision fatigue. Professional matchmaking offers expert curation, selective relationship-ready...
Matchmaking vs Online Dating: Which Leads to Better Relationships?
Summary:Matchmaking vs online dating comes down to business incentives and outcomes. Apps optimize for engagement; matchmaking optimizes for relationships. Apps measure success by swipes and dates; matchmaking measures it by partnerships and commitment. Professional...
Why More Divorced Professionals Are Choosing Matchmaking
Summary: Divorced professionals face unique dating challenges: trust issues, privacy concerns, complexity from blended families, and fear of repeating patterns. Dating apps don't address these needs. Professional matchmaking provides personal vetting, emotional...
How to Find a Life Partner the Right Way
Summary: Finding a life partner the right way starts with intention, not luck. In this blog, we walk you through what it really means to be ready for partnership, why dating apps fall short for serious professionals, and how a personalized matchmaking approach, built...
Do Matchmaking Services Work and Are They Worth It
Summary: Yes, professional matchmaking services work significantly better than apps. We measure success by relationships, not swipes. Over 28 years, we've learned that human judgment beats algorithms, selectivity ensures quality, and personal accountability creates...
How Much Does a Matchmaker Cost in 2026
Summary: Matchmaking service costs in 2026 range from $5000 at the entry level to well above $50,000 for the most exclusive concierge firms. For most quality services working with established professionals, the realistic range sits between $5,000 and $15,000. What...
Finding Love: Letting Go of the Wrong One to Embrace the Right One
Hey there, fellow seekers of love! Leisha and Lisa here, your dedicated companions from Atlanta Matchmakers, ready to shed light on a powerful truth: when you stop chasing the wrong one, you open the door for the right one to catch you. In the journey towards finding...
Is Your Dating Checklist Holding You Back?
We get it—when you’ve built a successful life, you know what you want. But when it comes to love, could your standards be working against you? Many singles unknowingly rule out great potential matches because of rigid checklists—focusing on things like height, income,...
Matchmaking Is the Smart Choice for Serious Singles
Hello, Atlanta singles! Leisha and Lisa here—your matchmaking dream team from Atlanta Matchmakers—coming at you with some real talk about dating, time, and the power of doing things differently (and smarter). Let’s be honest: dating in today’s world can feel like a...
Success Stories: Real Couples Who Found Love Through Matchmaking
Hello again, Atlanta! Leisha and Lisa here, your matchmakers with front-row seats to some of the best love stories around. And today, we’re pulling back the curtain to share a few of them with you. One of the best parts of our job? Watching two people who might’ve...
The 5 Biggest Dating Mistakes Smart Professionals Make
Success in life doesn’t always translate to success in love. In fact, many highly educated, accomplished professionals find dating surprisingly frustrating. Why? Because the skills that make you great at business, leadership, and decision-making don’t always help when...