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Relationship Coach & 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. Her first book F the Fairy Tale was published in January 2024 and became an instant Amazon #1 bestseller. 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.

Damona Hoffman

Communication Keynote Speaker

Damona Hoffman is one of the top communication keynote speakers and relationship experts in the world. She’s known for translating the hidden dynamics of modern connection into powerful, practical insights. For over a decade, she has worked with legacy media brands and leading tech companies to analyze and shape the messaging and experiences around the ways millions of people connect and communicate. Blending critical analysis, insider data, media savvy, and a dynamic stage presence, Damona delivers sharp, thought-provoking keynotes that help audiences communicate with greater clarity, empathy, and influence.

TIRED OF THE ENDLESS SWIPING AND AWKWARD FIRST DATES?

Discover a new narrative in dating with ‘F the Fairy Tale’.

In this game-changing book, Damona Hoffman unveils the outdated myths that are holding you back and offers a fresh, empowering approach to love.

From the Damona Hoffman Collection

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!

Meditation Collection

Do you find it hard to unwind after a long day? Are stress and anxiety weighing you down? The Meditation Collection will help you find peace and clarity fast. Discover guided meditations that will relax your mind, calm your body, and bring balance to your life. If you’re ready to embrace mindfulness and create lasting calm, this Meditation Collection is a must-have!

Dating Accelerator: Self-Led Program

Embark on a transformative journey to love with the Dating Accelerator Self-Led Program. This program is designed to guide you through the complex world of modern dating, helping you overcome common obstacles and insecurities.

Whether you’re healing from a past relationship, feeling overwhelmed by the dating process, or questioning your chances of finding a match that aligns with your intellect and ambition, the Dating Accelerator is here to turn your dating experiences into a fulfilling quest for love.

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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In the Media

Fox News: National Matchmaker Day Advice from a Dating Coach

Damona joined Fox News for National Matchmaker Day to share her matchability audit and explain why chemistry on a first date might be leading you astray.

USA Today: What the “Wildflowering” Trend Gets Right About Relationships

The newest dating trend wants you to let love bloom on its own. Damona has thoughts on that for USA Today.

The Washington Times: What Sports Leagues Are Teaching Singles About Real-World Connection

The apps aren't the problem. It's everything that piles up between a match and an actual conversation. Damona breaks it down in The Washington Times.

The Drew Barrymore Show: What 2026’s Viral Relationship Buzzwords Actually Say About How We Connect

Drew Crewer's Damona and Val joined forces on The Drew Barrymore Show to decode the viral dating terms defining 2026. She translated pop culture trends into real, actionable insight,
Relationship expert Damona Hoffman on Access Daily discussing hot take dating and AI companions with Kit Hoover and Karamo Brown

Access Daily: Modern Communication, Texting Rules, and the Rise of AI Companionship

Hot takes, 90-second response windows, and J.Lo's posh British AI boyfriend. Damona stopped by Access Daily to make sense of the dating trends defining 2026.

The New York Times: The Unique Pressures Public Life Places on Love and Partnership

Harry Styles, Zoë Kravitz, and a ring. The internet had thoughts. Damona broke it down for The New York Times.

NBC News Now: The Communication Code, Valentine’s Day Dates, & Love Languages

Damona joined NBC News Now to challenge how couples approach Valentine's Day. From smarter date ideas to love language myths, she made the case for connection that lasts beyond the holiday.
damona hoffman coaches dax flame on dating, love and flirting for gq

GQ: Coaching Dax Flame on Communication, Confidence, and First Dates

Damona joined GQ as the on-set dating coach for Dax Flame, helping him sort through crowd-sourced street advice and turn it into real connection.
damona hoffman, zuri hall and kit hoover on access daily hollywood talking valentines day rom com movies and love

Access Hollywood: The Psychology Behind Valentine’s Day Pressure, and How to Navigate It

Damona joined Kit Hoover and Zuri Hall on Access Daily just before Valentine's Weekend to talk love, pressure, and what we're all getting wrong about the holiday.

From the Blog

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What Is a Breakthrough Boost Session? Inside Our 90-Minute Coaching Experience

Something isn't shifting, and you can't quite name why. A Breakthrough Boost session is a 90-minute, laser-focused coaching experience designed to surface what's actually blocking you and give you a real plan to move forward.
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Let’s Meet IRL: Upcoming Events

Find out where Damona is showing up next, in person and online. Retreats, summits, live events, and more. Grab your spot before they fill up

We’re Gold Signal Award Winners (And It’s All Because of You)

The scrappy indie show just made history. Dates & Mates took home the 2025 Judges' Choice Gold Signal Award, and it belongs to every listener who showed up.
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We’re Signal Award Finalists – And We Need You

Big news: Dates & Mates is a Signal Award finalist! We're the only independent podcast nominated in our category and we need every vote through October 9th.

The Texting Trap: Why Too Much Texting Can Ruin Your First Date

Texting too much before a first date can create false intimacy and drain the excitement. Learn how to keep curiosity alive and set the stage for real connection.

5 Steps to Start Dating Again After a Breakup

Getting back into dating after a breakup can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. These 5 steps will help you reenter the dating world with clarity, confidence, and zero pressure.

How to Avoid Love-Bombing Heartbreak

Love-bombing feels amazing—until it doesn’t. Learn how to recognize the signs, understand the neuroscience behind the rush, and protect your heart before it gets played.
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Top 15 Signs You’re Wasting Time on Mr. or Ms. Wrong

Wondering if you’re stuck with the wrong person? These 15 signs will help you see the red flags clearly and decide if it's time to walk away for good.
5 simple steps to take to start dating again after a breakup or divorce

5 Simple Steps to Date Again After a Breakup

Feeling overwhelmed by dating after a breakup or divorce? This guide offers 5 simple steps to ease back in, set boundaries, and celebrate your progress.
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