The Art of Meaningful Gatherings: Insights from Nick Gray
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As you may already know, I'm very formulaic. So when I discovered someone who created formulas for planning successful gatherings with optimized logistics, I knew I had to use that information.
And when I did it, I learned strategies for overcoming fears of hosting and techniques for facilitating meaningful connections between guests. In this episode, the expert will teach you how to do it for your events.
Nick Gray is the author of "The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings," a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build significant relationships by hosting small gatherings.
He's also been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine called him a host of culturally significant parties. His events are legendary for fostering unexpected connections in fun yet meaningful ways.
In our talk, Nick shared invaluable insights from hosting over 700 events. We also explored the transformative impacts of hosting. From boosting confidence to experiencing pride in leadership, Nick illuminated pathways toward personal growth by gathering others.
Whether you're curious about party planning or seeking more connections, I hope you'll enjoy our wide-ranging discussion. Thanks for tuning in!
“Just like I collected baseball cards, I mean, I kind of think about collecting people and trying to meet the most interesting possible people that I can. And it's something that really lights me up.”
- Nick Gray
In this episode:
-Having the courage to show your true colors
-Advice to find creative ways to connect with people
-How long should a gathering be?
-Celebrating your birthday the proper way
-Tips for getting away from a conversation with kindness
Resources:
Book “The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings” by Nick Gray - https://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Cocktail-Party-Relationships-Gatherings/dp/1544530072/
Connect with Nick Gray:
Website - https://nickgray.net/about/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/nickgraynews
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickgraynews
Connect with Nik Tarascio:
Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/niktarascio/
Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ntarascio
LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/niktarascio/
YouTube- www.youtube.com/@ntarascio
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