Episode 7: Business Is Like Dating: Love, Networking & Negotiation with Shana Tibi

Episode 7 – Business Is Like Dating: Love, Networking & Negotiation with Shana Tibi

Episode Summary

In this insightful and energizing episode of The Business of Connection, Michal Kaye sits down with professional matchmaker Shana Tibi to explore the surprising (and powerful) overlap between dating and building a business.

Together, they unpack how love languages, personal values, and deal breakers manifest in romantic relationships and professional ventures.

From negotiation and networking to creating a power team, this conversation is a goldmine for entrepreneurs navigating both the dating and business worlds.

Shana shares her journey into matchmaking, the mindset shifts that help clients thrive, and the importance of investing in yourself, whether through a coach, a partner, or a matchmaker.

Whether you’re scaling your business or searching for a partner (or both!), this episode will inspire you to show up with confidence, intention, and clarity in all your relationships.

Meet Our Guest: Shana Tibi

Shana is a professional matchmaker and relationship expert who helps people find meaningful connections rooted in shared values, self-love, and intention. She blends business-savvy strategy with deep personal insight to guide clients toward relationship success, and her insights are just as powerful in business as they are in love.

Key Takeaways

✅ Love languages influence both romantic and business relationships

✅ Marriage can function like a business partnership

✅ Negotiation is a key skill in dating and entrepreneurship

✅ Business-building uses the same skills as dating: communication, resilience, and clarity

✅ A strong “power team” helps you succeed in both areas

✅ Self-worth and personal growth are non-negotiable foundations

✅ Values and deal breakers should guide both partnerships and client relationships

✅ Networking is a relationship builder, not just a business tool

✅ Letting go of rigid outcomes can open doors to better results

✅ Investing in yourself sets the stage for transformative growth

Chapters & Time Stamps

00:00 – Introduction and Love Languages

03:01 – Marriage as a Business Partnership

05:54 – Negotiation in Relationships

09:01 – Building a Business with Relationship Skills

12:02 – The Evolution of Matchmaking

14:59 – Success Stories in Matchmaking

17:55 – Skills for Dating and Business

21:00 – Creating a Power Team

24:01 – Values and Deal Breakers

26:59 – Balancing Personal Growth and Relationships

30:25 – Dating with Intention

32:45 – The Importance of Self-Love

33:12 – Networking and Collaborations

35:13 – Values and Deal Breakers (Revisited)

39:27 – The Role of a Matchmaker

49:56 – Advice for New Entrepreneurs

📲 Connect with Shana:

• Website: www.shanaconnects.com
• Instagram

📲 Follow Michal for more insights on business & personal growth:

• Instagram: ⁠⁠@itsmichalkaye⁠⁠

• TikTok: ⁠⁠@itsmichalkaye⁠⁠

• Website: ⁠⁠www.michalkaye.com⁠⁠

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Business is all about relationships, so let’s build meaningful connections together!