Key Concepts
Core hosting concepts from The 2-Hour Cocktail Party method. Learn about party timing, guest lists, name tags, conversation starters, and the fundamentals that make gatherings work.
Party Agenda Examples: 8 Real Schedules You Can Copy
After hosting hundreds of parties worldwide, I've learned one thing: the hosts who share a clear agenda get more RSVPs, more on-time arrivals, and better … Read More
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The Party Cheer
Have you ever been to a party with low energy? It’s no fun. You stand there and contemplate whether you should leave the…
How to Take a Group Photo at a Party
Taking a group photo during your party is one of the most high-reward activities that you’ll do. It doesn’t have to be h…
Lightning Talks: What and How to Do Them
Lightning Talks are meant for your party attendees to share interesting information with each other where several speake…
Don't Host a Dinner Party. Do This Instead
Do not position this as a dinner party. Dinner parties are too hard for new hosts to manage. They take a lot of work.…
How to End a Party Politely (Without Being Awkward)
Have you ever been one of the last to leave a dying party? You can feel the excitement drain out of the room. As a … Re…
Core Group: Your Best Friends and Party Stars
Your core group will be an essential piece of your party puzzle. They’re people with whom you feel comfortable. They’re…
Introducing the Party Harmonica
You probably saw a harmonica in the list of supplies to buy for your party. Perhaps you thought: What’s the deal with th…
Party Reminder Messages: The 3 You MUST Send
Have you ever hosted a party where half the people who RSVP'd never showed up? It happens to every host. The difference…
Guest Bios: My Secret Weapon
Guest Bios make it easy for your guests to start conversations and create new connections. They also make people feel sp…