Damona Hoffman

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Certified Dating Coach | Speaker | Media Personality

Celebrity Dating Coach Damona Hoffman has been coaching singles on how to find love online and offline for over 15 years. Damona is the Official Love Expert on The Drew Barrymore Show and a member of Drew’s Crew. She’s a regular on-air contributor to NPR and NBC’s Access Daily. Plus, her articles appear regularly in The LA Times and The Washington Post. Damona also starred in two A+E Networks’ TV shows: #BlackLove and A Question of Love. Her weekly podcast Dates & Mates has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Huff Post, Bustle and tops the charts in the Relationships category on the major podcast platforms.

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2021 Dating Accelerator

The Dates & Mates Method

The Dates & Mates Method is our brand new co-ed dating course where you will start from zero and build a dating strategy that works for you. The next cohort begins September 27, 2023.

In this 3-month course, you will:

Gain the confidence you need to attract your ideal mate
Make dating FUN again and transform your relationship with finding love
Ditch frustration with dating apps and bad matches
Gain a sense of control over your love life
Stop wasting time on the wrong matches
Attract higher quality matches
Be closer than ever to finding lasting love
Work directly with Damona and team to design a dating plan that works for YOU!

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Profile Starter Kit

Dating apps are one of the primary steps in the dating process today. This kit and accompanying video will give you the tools you need to flesh out your dating app profile, with writing prompts and plug-and-play profile templates where all you need to do is fill-in the blanks. You will also receive a short video where I will tell you exactly how to select the BEST dating profile pictures!

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The 30 Day Dating Playbook

I’ve put together a comprehensive program that is based on the belief that it takes 30 days to begin a new habit. Over the years I’m certain you have learned so many things about dating that are WRONG! Well, this guide is all about helping you “un-learn” them.

This program is so special that up until now, I only sold this program privately. But now, I’m opening it up to everyone who is serious about turning their dating life around.

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First Date Starter Kit

Do you struggle with first dates? Are you stuck wondering where to find dates at all? The First Date Starter Kit will get you on track to great first dates fast. Learn out how to tap into your very best dating resources to find the most exciting, first dates and prepare yourself for that amazing, first encounter. If you are truly ready to change your love life for the better, this First Date Starter Kit is a must have!

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You from the start

From the Blog

How to Decode Mixed Messages

August 25, 2023

The ability to decode mixed messages is a skill that transcends personal and professional realms alike. This guide will help you peel back the layers of ambiguity and gain insight into the genuine meaning beneath.

First Date Conversation Tips

July 28, 2023

Successful first date convos aren't about being the funniest person in the room or having the perfect pick-up lines. It's about being genuine, passionate, and creating a comfortable atmosphere for both you and your date.

How To Choose The Right Dating App For You

July 20, 2023

Dating apps are the best bang for your buck in modern dating. But with an array of apps to choose from, which one is going to get you closer to your match?

5 Key Questions to Ask Before Moving In With A Partner

July 13, 2023

While the idea of cohabitation is an exciting and significant milestone, asking these 5 questions will determine if you're ready to take the plunge.

5 Tips For Sending the First Message on a Dating App

July 6, 2023

From humorous one-liners to thoughtful questions, the perfect opener should intrigue, engage, and leave your match eager to learn more about you.

The 4 Biggest Mistakes To Avoid In Your Dating Profile

June 29, 2023

Many singles find themselves frustrated with lackluster results or missed connections. The culprit? A poorly crafted dating profile. Are you making these mistakes?

The Best Places To Meet Singles This Summer

June 22, 2023

Summer is an excellent opportunity to get out in the sun, mingle, and potentially meet that special someone. From vibrant city events to outdoor adventures, the options are endless.

15 Creative Date Ideas To Spice Up Your Dating Life

June 16, 2023

From bookstore dates to trampoline parks, these date ideas are sure to inspire romance, engage your curiosity, and create some truly unforgettable moments.

How Long Should A First Date Be?

June 8, 2023

The speed of dating has increased over the last decade, and the concept of the "Dating Power Hour" is more relevant than ever.

LA Times: Speed dating is having a modern renaissance.

September 26, 2023

Damona chats with The Los Angeles Times all about what to expect if attending a speed dating event, and how YOU can get in on the action.

Baby, This is Keke Palmer: Appily Ever After?

May 30, 2023

Flirting is a learned skill, which is why Damona and Drew are taking audience member Bernice to Flirt School! Plus a surprise blind date. 👀

Drew Love: Damona takes us to Flirt School!

May 8, 2023

Flirting is a learned skill, which is why Damona and Drew are taking audience member Bernice to Flirt School! Plus a surprise blind date. 👀

USA Today: When should you unfollow your exes?

May 8, 2023

Amidst the breakup drama around T-Swift and Joe Alwyn, Damona answers the crucial question - when is the right time to unfollow an ex?

Bustle: Should you really move in together in 4 weeks?

May 8, 2023

After the storm that was Love is Blind Season 4, Damona gives Bustle her top tips on knowing when to move in with your boo.

Drew Love: Are soulmates real?

February 25, 2023

Are soulmates born or created? Damona and Drew deliberate, along with Drew's cohost Ross Mathews and his husband Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews.

Drew Barrymore’s Valentine’s Special!

February 25, 2023

If you know Drew Barrymore, you know that she LOVES love. So, of course Damona was going to guest on this very special Valentine's episode!

Drew Love: “Triad” Throuples

February 25, 2023

You've heard of open relationships, and you may have heard of throuples. But have you heard of a triad throuple? Damona breaks it down.

Drew’s Love Bug: Audience Dating Dilemmas

January 30, 2023

Damona is an expert in red flags, and you can bet the audience at The Drew Barrymore Show have got some questions on red flags themselves...

About Damona Hoffman

Damona Hoffman is a dating coach & on-air personality who starred in two A+E Networks’ TV series: #BlackLove and A Question of Love. She’s a regular contributor to The LA Times, The Washington Post, The Drew Barrymore Show, NPR, CNN Headline News (HLN), BET, and more. Plus, she is the OkCupid Official Dating Expert. Damona’s weekly podcast Dates & Mates consistently charts in the top 50 in the Dating and Relationships category. She is also the host and producer of Freshbooks’ I Make A Living Podcast, which features her advice for new entrepreneurs and interviews with expert entrepreneurs.

Damona Hoffman

Certified Dating Coach | Speaker | Media Personality

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From the Damona Hoffman Collection

The Dates & Mates Method

Profile Starter Kit

The 30 Day Dating Playbook

First Date Starter Kit

From the Blog

In the Media

About Damona Hoffman