The Art of Gathering
How We Meet and Why It Matters
What's it about
Ever hosted a meeting or party that fell flat? Discover the secret to transforming any get-together from a dull obligation into a memorable, transformative experience. Learn how to ditch the stale routines and design gatherings that truly connect people and achieve their purpose. You'll get a step-by-step guide to crafting powerful gatherings, starting with defining a specific, disputable purpose. Parker reveals how to use thoughtful exclusion, create temporary alternative rules, and prime your guests for connection long before they arrive, ensuring every event you host is unforgettable.
Meet the author
Priya Parker is a master facilitator and strategic advisor who helps leaders and communities navigate complex conversations and create transformative gatherings for organizations like the World Economic Forum and the Museum of Modern Art. Her unique expertise stems from a background in conflict resolution and a bicultural upbringing, which gave her a firsthand understanding of how bringing people together thoughtfully can bridge divides and spark meaningful change. Parker has dedicated her career to decoding the anatomy of gatherings, guiding others to make their own events more purposeful and powerful.
What's it about
Ever hosted a meeting or party that fell flat? Discover the secret to transforming any get-together from a dull obligation into a memorable, transformative experience. Learn how to ditch the stale routines and design gatherings that truly connect people and achieve their purpose. You'll get a step-by-step guide to crafting powerful gatherings, starting with defining a specific, disputable purpose. Parker reveals how to use thoughtful exclusion, create temporary alternative rules, and prime your guests for connection long before they arrive, ensuring every event you host is unforgettable.
Meet the author
Priya Parker is a master facilitator and strategic advisor who helps leaders and communities navigate complex conversations and create transformative gatherings for organizations like the World Economic Forum and the Museum of Modern Art. Her unique expertise stems from a background in conflict resolution and a bicultural upbringing, which gave her a firsthand understanding of how bringing people together thoughtfully can bridge divides and spark meaningful change. Parker has dedicated her career to decoding the anatomy of gatherings, guiding others to make their own events more purposeful and powerful.
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