Alina’s First 2-Hour Party
I received an awesome message from someone who heard me speak at a conference. Alina read my book, The 2-Hour Cocktail Party— followed the formula, …
How to Build Community in a Small Town
Have you ever moved to a new town and struggled to meet people and build your network? That’s exactly what happened to Ying when she …
The Lilly Friend Project: How to Make New Friends
In 2018, I conducted an experiment placing 100 flyers around NYC with the simple headline ‘Do you want New Friends?’ The project yielded fascinating results …
Nikol’s Friends On Purpose: From One Party to 10,000 Connections
Have you ever moved to a new city and struggled to make friends? That’s exactly what happened to Nikol when she relocated to Brisbane, Australia. …
The Ultimate Guide to 30th Birthday Party Ideas
I attended a friend’s 30th birthday party with a unique and exciting theme. She cleverly titled her celebration “Go for the Gold,” drawing inspiration from …
Hot Takes Hot Dates: Singles Event in Austin, Texas
On a hot summer Friday night in Austin, Texas, 80 people gathered at a downtown bar for a new event called “Hot Takes Hot Dates.” …
Romina’s Unconventional RSVP Strategy
The fear of low attendance can dampen the excitement of planning your party, especially if you’re a new host. I know this struggle all too …
How to Host Successful Business Events: Lessons from Ben and Ari
Ben and Ari wanted to learn how to host successful business events. They took my book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party and turned it into a …
How to Host a Morning Walk: The Board Walks Case Study
Every Saturday since July 2022, a group of curious people in Austin (of all ages, backgrounds, and careers) have shown up at a coffee shop …
How to Host a Will Party
When it comes to birthday celebrations, we often think of cake, balloons, and an off-key rendition of Happy Birthday. But what if it could be …
