The Gathering Lab
In today’s world, we’re all wired for online connections. It’s changing how we connect with each other. Physical social interactions are declining fast. I met …
How To Meet Your Neighbors in Australia
How do you meet people when you’re new in town? Ying C. decided to read my book because she wanted to build her network and …
The Perks of Being a Second-Time Host
Hosting is a skill that takes time to learn. Maybe your first party wasn’t a 10 out of 10. That’s normal, by the way: the …
From “Will Anyone Come To My Party?” To 29 Guests
Is your first thought when deciding to host a party, “Will anyone even come?” That was exactly what Andrew L. told me when I talked …
Creating Community Connections: Tips For Your Next Gathering
Post-COVID, we’re hungry for connection. But getting back out to socialize is awkward and uncomfortable for many. Jennifer, a natural networker, said that my book …
Introverts Party: See How Lee Ann Did It
Can introverts enjoy parties? You bet they can! My friend Lee Ann hosted a cocktail party for the Richmond chapter of River City Express Network …
A Singles Comedy Mixer in Montana
This is an article showing how Jake Hastings used The 2-Hour Cocktail Party to host a mixer for single people before a comedy show. He …
Sarah’s Party in Saudi Arabia: Mixing Business with Pleasure
My friend Sarah hosted a cocktail party in Saudi Arabia. This event style is super uncommon in this part of the world, so she had …
A Rooftop Grill Party with Louis in Scottsdale
After moving to a new town, Louis had the goal of making new friends and building a community. But how could he do that? Louis …
Amsterdam Cocktail Party: Guests from Kazakhstan to Zimbabwe
One critique that I’ve heard is that only Americans can have parties with icebreakers. Does The 2-Hour Cocktail Party work for cultures all over the …