Friends Newsletter Concept and Purpose

#256: We break down the simplest, most effective ways to build stronger friendships and stay connected as an adult. Plus, learn how to build a personal website, host better events, send a friends newsletter, book a cruise on a budget, and so much more.

Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and author who built and sold two successful companies, Flight Display Systems and Museum Hack. His YouTube and short-form videos have reached over 55 million views.

Link to Full Show Notes: https://chrishutchins.com/build-meaningful-relationships-nick-gray⁠

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Resources Mentioned

Nick: X | Website | Friends Newsletter

• PersonalWebsite.org
• November 2025 Asset Allocation
• Personal Website Checklist
• The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings

RSVP Tracking

• Partiful
• Luma
• Mixily

Free Amazon Fulfillment Center Tours

Animal Spirits Podcast

Rippner Tennis

Cruises

• Below Deck
• Frequent Miler’s Casino Status Strategy for Free Cruises
• CruiseSheet

Personal Domain Services

• CloudFare Registrar
• Google Domains
• Hover
• Carrd

Gemini Nano Banana

WordPress

ATH Podcast

• Best Credit Cards
• Membership
• Newsletter
• Ep #68: Hosting Cocktail Parties, Building Relationships, Museum Strategies and Friends Newsletters with Nick Gray
• Ep #146: This Episode Changed My Perspective on Cruises with Emma Le Teace
• Leave a review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify
• Email for questions, hacks, deals, and feedback: podcast@chrishutchins.com

Full Show Notes

(00:00) Introduction

(01:00) How Nick Builds and Maintains Strong Relationships

(01:49) What Most People Get Wrong About Staying in Touch

(02:49) Why Making New Friends as an Adult Is So Hard

(05:49) Nick’s Simple Formula for Hosting a Great Cocktail Party

(07:25) Chris’s Holiday Cookie Party

(09:10) Better Ways to Handle Introductions and RSVPs

(13:26) Using a "Friends Newsletter" to Stay Connected

(14:47) What to Include in a Great Newsletter

(19:18) How to Send Your First Newsletter (Without Overthinking It)

(20:38) An Amazing Opportunity Nick Got from His Newsletter

(21:28) Easy Content Ideas: Purchases, Apps, Shows, and More

(24:33) Chris’ Attempt to Get on Below Deck

(31:04) What Excites Chris About Cruises

(33:19) Nick’s Take on Cruises (and the “Life-Plus” Mindset)

(36:11) Hacking Cruises and Cheap Cruise Strategies

(40:21) Why Everyone Needs a Personal Website

(43:06) Buying a Domain and Setting Up a Simple Homepage

(45:31) Getting Google to Notice Your Website

(49:06) When to Upgrade and What Content Belongs on Your Website

(52:17) Nick's Service for Building and Maintaining Your Website

(52:52) Nick’s Asset Allocation Post and the Value of Transparency

(53:46) Removing the Stigma Around Money With Friends

(59:21) Using AI for Doctor Appointments

Connect with Chris

Newsletter | Membership | X | Instagram | LinkedIn

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