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30th Birthday Games: The Best Party Game Ideas

Icebreakers, small-group games, and classics, plus exactly when to run each one so the room stops staying in its own clumps.

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How to Collect RSVPs (And Get People to Show Up)

I once invited someone to a party with only one confirmed guest: me. That's the day I learned RSVPs aren't a formality.…

How to Host a Networking Event People Actually Want

I once paid $8,000 for a networking event where nobody knew who was in the room. That's when I stopped attending bad mix…

What to Bring to a Party as a Guest (And What Hosts Actually Want)

I texted my friend Lindsay ten minutes before her party to ask if she needed ice. She told me to come an hour later inst…

February 2026

55 Hosting Tips: How to Host People at Home

Hosting doesn't have to be complicated, but it does help to know what actually works. Here are 55 tips for inviting peop…

May 2025

10 Best Dinner Party Tips

We all know the power of a great dinner party for making new friends and deepening existing relationships. But what if I…

10 Party Conversation Starters

Striking up a conversation with strangers can feel overwhelming. Whether you're an introvert, new to hosting, or just w…

10 Color Party Ideas: Dress Codes, Decor, and How to Pull Them Off

Get 10 color party ideas plus a full list of dress code themes, so guests always know what to wear and your photos alway…

Indoor Birthday Party Ideas

Want to host a birthday party that people actually enjoy and remember? As someone who's hosted hundreds of parties and h…

Tips for Hosting a Successful Fundraising Event

Want to host a fundraiser that actually raises money while keeping your guests engaged? Let me show you my top tips that…

How to Host Thanksgiving

Hosting Thanksgiving event can be stressful, but let's fix that. I'll show you how to transform your Thanksgiving into a…