In this episode of Time We Discuss, meet Gordon Southard, founder of Mandatory Fun Trivia, about learn how he turned bar trivia into a thriving business that helps companies improve team building, morale, and employee engagement. The best part, he gives a step-by-step guide on how you can do exactly the same thing!
Gordon reveals what it takes to design trivia events that get even the most reluctant participants laughing, talking, and working together. From crafting questions that connect coworkers to mastering public speaking and managing a business, Gordon shares how trivia became a tool for genuine connection and corporate engagement.
Whether you’re interested in starting a trivia hosting career, planning better company events, or discovering how to make work more fun, this episode is packed with practical insight and inspiring ideas.
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Timestamp:
0:00 - Intro
0:41 - Preparing for an Event
3:45 - Reoccurring clients and Lead Time
4:29 - Why a Trivia Company?
6:47 - Engaging the Audience
8:10 - Getting a First Client
9:21 - Getting Started, Step-by-Step
11:47 - Importance of Education
13:41 - Bridging Business Knowledge Gaps
17:17 - Prizes for Winners
18:45 - Unexpected Perks of Running a Trivia Company
19:50 - Hurdles to Overcome
22:10 - What is the Busy Season if Any?
24:20 - Mixing Business and Personal Life
26:20 - Talent has the Floor
27:36 - Outro
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Guest Information:
Gordon Southard
Also Mentioned Directly or Indirectly in This Episode:
- What It's Really Like to Be an Event Planner with Tara Thistlethwaite
- Becoming a Mentor with Doug Lawrence
- Day in the life of a Corporate Lawyer
- What Does a Prosecutor REALLY Do?
- Become a Professional Speaker with Michael Hingson
- Ildiko SpinFisher - Business Burnout Buster
- The Magic of Making a Career as a Magician
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