The Art Of Gathering: How We Meet And Why It Matters

"This is one of those books you hope the world can read together, since we all gather regularly in some form or another – from conferences to work meetings to one-on-one coffee dates. And yet, many of these meetups fall short of our expectations to walk away feeling seen, heard and inspired. Priya Parker tells us why. Saturated with practical advice, The Art of Gathering manifests as a field guide for how to infuse any meetup with more meaning and magic. Whether at a town hall or a birthday party, this book will change how you congregate – or at least reveal the subtle ingredients that create invigorating (or dreadful) gatherings. One of my favorite tips: “Never start a funeral with logistics.”"