Learn Speak Teach Episode #62 with Nick Gray.

Even though building relationships isn’t easy, it is a key element of success. Most of the opportunities in our lives come from the network of connections we have with people. Any big relationship, whether a friendship or a business partnership, starts at the level of acquaintances, and small gatherings are a perfect way to build and strengthen these relationships.

Hosting a cocktail party can be an easy way to start building relationships with the people you meet. A cocktail party provides an intimate setting that allows you to know people better and create lasting relationships. With proper planning and preparation, you can host an unforgettable gathering that will help you build strong relationships and leave your guests feeling connected and inspired.

Join the conversation with your host Ben Albert as he interviews Nick Gray.

Nick Gray is an entrepreneur and the founder of Museum Hack. Additionally, he is the author of The 2-Hour Cocktail Party, a step-by-step handbook that teaches you how to build big relationships by hosting small gatherings.

In this episode, Nick discusses the key insights in his book, from how to boost the event attendance rate to leading rounds of icebreakers. Moreover, he shares the formula for hosting different gatherings, such as housewarming parties, baby showers, happy hour parties, dinner parties, and networking events.

Tune in!

During this episode, you will learn about:

[00:57] Introduction to the show

[02:48] Nick Gray’s bio

[03:46] Why Nick hates most museums

[05:12] How he moved from bored and lonely Friday nights to have a packed calendar of events

[09:10] Your network is your net worth

[10:36] Why a cocktail party is better than a dinner party

[11:23] The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk

[12:12] What’s the first step for anyone interested in hosting a cocktail party

[13:29] Which is the best day and time to host a party?

[17:00] Why diversity is essential when hosting parties

[21:15] Benefits of hosting meetups

[22:23] How to invite different groups of people to your party

[24:21] 3 crucial things you should do when hosting an event

[26:38] The different online event platforms you can use to invite people to your party

[27:03] Partiful Event Platform: Review and Comparison (2023): https://party.pro/partiful/

[28:03] Effective ways of boosting the event attendance rate

[35:04] What to do when the party starts

[38:48] How do you stop the party to lead a round of icebreakers?

[42:31] Value additive icebreakers

[44:59] Connect with Nick: https://nickgray.net/

[46:04] Rapid Fire Round

[52:30] Formular for hosting gatherings;

How to Host a Housewarming Party: https://party.pro/housewarming/

How to Host a Happy Hour Party: Best Guide for 2022: https://party.pro/happyhour/

How to Host a Baby Shower: Tips, Tricks, Checklist: https://party.pro/baby-shower/

How to Host a Digital Nomad Happy Hour; https://party.pro/nomads/

How To Host A Dinner Party: https://party.pro/dinner/

How to Plan A Networking Event: https://party.pro/networking/

[53:07] Follow Nick Gray on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickgraynews/

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Key Takeaways:

Your network is your net worth. [09:10]
“Any big relationship, whether it’s a friendship or a business partner, starts at the level of acquaintances.” ~ Nick Gray [09:53]
Using name tags at social gatherings is inclusive and creates more conversations and more new connections [25:22]
When you add generous leadership to your gathering, your event will be much better, and people will respect you. Additionally, you will start to get introduced to other people as a great host and organizer [32:08]
Icebreakers not only create new conversations but they help break up existing conversations [36:27]
“When you have fruitful relationships, it does lead to transactions.” ~ Ben Albert [54:07]

People Mentioned and Other Resources:

The 2-Hour Cocktail Party: How to Build Big Relationships with Small Gatherings: https://bit.ly/3Ix0OYk
Icebreaker Card Games: Review of 5 Different Decks: https://party.pro/icebreaker-cards/
Nick Gray’s TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VWPHKABRQA