Three Day Rule Goes Boating, Baiting

DC’s newest matching making company, Three Day Rule (TDR) offered a chance for DC’s single gentleman to dust off their boat shoes while its lovely ladies to try some “yacht club chic” looks.  A yacht party was the perfect chance for two TDR matchmakers to captivate an audience — allowing them to mix and mingle, enjoy some sunny weather, and bask in the glow of each others’ company.

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With everyone on the yacht dancing and making new relationships, one TDR matchmaker, Callie Harris, was more than happy to chat with KSM about the mojo behind making a match!

KSM: Why did you become a matchmaker?

Callie: I have always really enjoyed connecting people – and found that it is something I have a knack for!  From setting up friends on dates, to introducing two similar friend groups, connecting people is something that comes very naturally to me. I figured I could help people find love professionally by doing something I enjoyed – and was really good at!  In addition, the job satisfaction is phenomenal. There’s nothing better than getting a phone call about a great date and knowing that you brought two awesome people together!

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KSM: What’s a day in a life of a matchmaker?

Callie: There really is no typical day! Some days I will go to a morning dance party looking for matches for my clients, and other days I’ll walk around Georgetown in a TDR shirt getting people to join our free pool! Yesterday, I met with and got to know a handful of people — some were matches, others were potential clients –  at coffee shops around the city, attended a really great rooftop pool party and mingled with the singles then came home and focused on matching a few clients.

KSM: What do you hear most that people are looking for in DC?

Callie: Most people are looking for someone fairly similar to them in terms of education, values, world-view, etc., so naturally, DC’s singles want highly educated, active, well-traveled and curious mates.

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KSM: What do you think makes dating in DC so hard?

Callie: People come to DC to do amazing things, rock  their career, and change the world – and their personal lives often take a back-seat. The city is also fairly transient, so no one comes with the mindset of staying forever, although I have met with a lot of people that have been here 20 years, which makes dating a challenge.

KSM: What is the worst thing one can do as a single in DC?

Callie: Be close-minded! There are some many interesting, intelligent people that might not fall into your typical “type,” but who you might have an insane connection with. Talk to that stranger beside you on the metro, attend that alternative art gallery opening or do something outside of what you typically would do – you never know who you might meet!  Also, just as a tip, single ladies and single men – don’t get a cat! You’d be surprised at how many people have allergies and find it challenging to date someone with a furry feline!

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KSM: Any parting thoughts?

Callie: If you’re a single in DC, of course I recommend you join our free membership option!  It takes 2 minutes and is 100% confidential. We hand-select and vet all potential matches for our clients, so you could be matched for free with one of the many amazing singles I’m working with!