The Art of Gathering
How We Meet and Why It Matters
(Author) Priya ParkerWe spend our lives gathering - first in classrooms and then in meetings, weddings, conferences and away days. Yet so many of us spend this time in underwhelming moments that fail to engage us, inspire us, or connect us. We've all sat in meetings where people talk past each other or go through the motions and others which galvanize a team and remind everyone why they first took the job. We've been to weddings that were deeply moving and others that were run-of-the-mill and simply faded away. Why do some moments take off and others fizzle? What's the difference between the gatherings that inspire you and the ones that don't? In The Art of Gathering, Priya Parker gets to the heart of these questions and reveals how to design a transformative gathering. An expert on organizing successful gatherings whether in conference centres or her living room, Parker shows us how to create moving, magical, mind-changing experiences - even in spaces where we've come to expect little.
Priya Parker
Priya Parker is an author, facilitator, and strategic advisor known for her expertise in creating meaningful gatherings and events. Her most notable work, "The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters," explores the importance of intentional and transformative gatherings in our personal and professional lives. Parker's writing style is engaging and thought-provoking, offering practical insights and strategies for designing impactful experiences. She has made a significant impact on the genre of event planning and social dynamics, inspiring readers to rethink the way they approach gatherings and interactions. "The Art of Gathering" has been widely acclaimed and has solidified Parker's reputation as a leading voice in the field.
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