The Blog
Videos and articles about how to throw a party, run icebreakers, read real case studies, and make new friends.
Make These 3 Party Signs for Your House Party
A few small handwritten party signs can help make your house party feel more welcoming to guests. You’ll also reduce the…
Party in Toronto: Carrie's First Time
Carrie Perreault lives in Toronto, Canada. She read my book about how to throw a party as an early reader. Now that she…
Where You Should Host Your Party: Best and Worst Places
Have you ever been to a “barty”? You probably have, even if you’re not familiar with the word. A barty is a birthday par…
Icebreaker Name Tags: 30+ Prompts and Ideas That Actually Work
Most parties start the same way: people walk in, grab a drink, and stand near whoever they already know. Nobody's rude.…
How to Make New Friends at Work and In the Office
Starting a new job is exciting. But it can also feel lonely, especially those first few weeks when you don't know anyone…
Testimonials
Here are testimonials from people who read my book, The 2-Hour Cocktail Party. When it comes to socializing, Nick is the…
How to Make New Friends by Hosting a Party: Dan's Story
Dan is a busy entrepreneurial dad with three kids. For Dan and many others, the past few years have made relationships h…
Favor request: Submit a Review
If you have an Amazon or Goodreads account, I'd be so grateful if you'd leave me an honest review. It takes less than tw…
How to Host A Party
Hosting a party doesn't have to be complicated. I'll show you how to make it easy and fun. Executive Summary To host you…
How to End a Party on a High Note
Nick Gray's real script for ending a party on time, plus a second host's own tactic for getting people out the door.
How to Make New Friends in Your Neighborhood
Do you live in a neighborhood or apartment building and wish you knew more of your neighbors? My friend Sujan did someth…
Why sitting down is Kryptonite
Never Sit Down An easy way to keep icebreakers short and raise the energy is to have everyone stand in a tight circle. S…
