The Art of Manliness

Throw a 2-Hour Cocktail Party That Can Change Your Life

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Feb 22, 2023
In this enlightening discussion, Nick Gray, author of 'The 2-Hour Cocktail Party,' shares his journey from a shy introvert to a savvy host in New York City. He advocates for the transformative power of casual cocktail parties as a means to cultivate relationships. Learn why two-hour gatherings are ideal, how to craft an engaging guest list, and the surprisingly effective roles of name tags and icebreakers. With practical tips and personal anecdotes, Nick demonstrates how hosting can foster deep connections and change your social life.
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ANECDOTE

Life-Changing Parties

  • Nick Gray launched a multi-million dollar business, Museum Hack, thanks to his parties.
  • He now gets introduced to people and invited to more events because he's known as a connector.
ADVICE

Cocktail Parties over Dinner Parties

  • Host cocktail parties rather than dinner parties for easier socializing.
  • Cocktail parties offer 80% of the benefits of dinner parties with only 20% of the effort.
ADVICE

Best Weeknights to Host

  • Host parties on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday nights.
  • These nights are less socially competitive than weekends, resulting in better attendance.
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