Since it’s the holiday season, I thought I’d share some thoughts on hosting – and attending – festivities.

COME TOGETHER

The real fun of any party is connecting with other people. There’s nothing worse than going to a shindig where you barely know anyone, and leaving the party in the same isolated state. It doesn’t cost a thing to make introductions between your guests, and it’s a much-appreciated gesture. The best technique is to hook up people with common interests. “Terry, this is Alex. Like you, he collects Nazi memorabilia.” I have a friend who celebrated sudden wealth by inviting four hundred people on a private Caribbean cruise. The journey had four legs, and each week one hundred people would disembark, and the next group would get on board. The guests were all accomplished, creative people, and there was a sprinkling of celebrities. When we arrived, we personally knew about fifteen out of the hundred. Our host had a brilliant plan for connecting strangers: Read More »