What do they do?

Skills Needed

• Good communication skills and the ability to convince others – which comes handy when both parties don’t agree on small, insignificant issues
• Patience to deal with fussy clients
• Diplomacy and maturity - marriage is a sensitive issue and can involve hurt feelings. A consultant should be able to calm ruffled feathers and see each party is not slighted or made uncomfortable
• Be aware of social trends and mores

How do I get there?

You don’t need to be a qualified professional to become a matrimonial consultant but you can study communications to hone the skills you require to work professionally. After graduation, you may work for a popular consultant for some time to learn the ropes of the trade and to widen your network. Once you develop a good clientele, you can branch out on your own. If you are able to pull off some good matrimonial alliances, then word-of-mouth publicity will definitely boost your business. Knowledge of psychology, a good grasp of business affairs, and general knowledge (especially about various communities) is essential for a person handling something as sensitive as a matrimonial alliance.

Typical day in the life of a Matrimonial Consultant

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