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June 18, 2022 52 mins

Do you want to make more friends, build your network, and throw parties that make people say “I can’t WAIT for the next one!”? 

My guest Nick Gray is here to show you how! 

He’s sharing secrets straight from his book The 2-Hour Cocktail Party. In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How throwing a cocktail party will expand your network.
  • How to get 90% attendance at your party.
  • When/how to send out reminders.
  • Why guest name tags are crucial.
  • What days of the week to throw a party. (It's not what you think)
  • Why you don’t need chairs at your party.
  • How to gracefully end a party.


About Nick:

Nick Gray is an investor, entrepreneur, and author. He’s also a 40-year old American man living in Austin, Texas.

​Nick started and sold two successful companies: Flight Display Systemsand Museum Hack. Over 75,000 people have watched his TEDx talk about why he hates most museums.

He’s 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.

Nick’s links:

The 2-Hour Cocktail Party.

Nick's Friends Newsletter.

How to Host a Happy Hour.

How to Plan a Networking Event.

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