Marco Hayes

Marco Hayes

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Marco Hayes is a dating strategist and certified relationship coach based in Austin, TX, with nearly a decade of experience helping men build confidence and find meaningful partnerships. He holds a degree in Social Psychology from UT Austin and an ICF coaching certification, and specializes in male dating psychology, app-based dating, and emotional readiness for commitment. Marco's no-nonsense, research-backed writing style has made him one of Kismia's most-read contributors.

  • Age: 35

  • Location: Austin, Texas, USA

Education

  • B.S. in Social Psychology — University of Texas at Austin (Sep 2009 – May 2013)

Experience & Topics

  • Current role: Dating Strategist & Men's Relationship Coach (freelance)

  • Years in niche: 9+ years

  • Topics: Male dating psychology, building confidence, navigating dating apps, long-term commitment, communication between partners

Public Activity

  • Attendee — Annual Wellness Summit, Austin, TX, 2025

  • Attendee — Couples Therapy Conference, 2024

  • Webinar host: "Dating in the Digital Age: What Men Get Wrong on Apps" — Kismia Platform, 2024

 

Personal Philosophy: "Confidence isn't about being perfect — it's about being present."

Social Media

Medium: https://medium.com/@marcodating

 

 

 

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