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Mastermind Dinners

Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers and Linchpins

Jayson Gaignard

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Question 1 of 6
Why did the author shift his focus to hosting networking events like mastermind dinners?
  • A. To maximize his online ticket sales company's profits by finding new investors.
  • B. To overcome the loneliness and stress of entrepreneurship by building meaningful human connections.
  • C. To transition from the IT industry into the restaurant and hospitality business.
  • D. To increase his social media following to over 5,000 engaged users.
Question 2 of 6
According to the author, what is a common misconception about networking?
  • A. It is a zero-sum game where one person's success diminishes another's status.
  • B. It requires hosting expensive dinners to impress high-level executives.
  • C. It is only effective if you already have a large number of influential friends.
  • D. It should strictly be kept separate from personal relationships and friendships.
Question 3 of 6
What strategy does the author recommend for getting highly influential people to RSVP to your dinner?
  • A. Send a detailed itinerary of the evening to prove the event is professionally organized.
  • B. Charge a premium ticket price to make the dinner appear exclusive and valuable.
  • C. Secure the attendance of one or two notable individuals first to act as 'social guarantees.'
  • D. Host the dinner at the most expensive restaurant in the city to guarantee high attendance.
Question 4 of 6
What is the primary advantage of hosting a 'location dinner'?
  • A. It allows you to build a strong, diverse network within your own neighborhood.
  • B. It provides an opportunity to connect with people in a specific field by piggybacking on an existing conference or trade show.
  • C. It guarantees that local restaurant owners will sponsor the meal in exchange for promotion.
  • D. It eliminates the need to send personalized email invitations since attendees are already in town.
Question 5 of 6
Why does the author recommend limiting the size of a mastermind dinner to four to eight guests?
  • A. It ensures that the cost of the dinner stays within a standard corporate expense limit.
  • B. It prevents the need to hire a professional event planner for the evening.
  • C. It keeps the group intimate, ensuring everyone can speak and preventing conversations from splintering.
  • D. It makes it easier to find a restaurant that doesn't require advanced reservations.
Question 6 of 6
What is the author's actionable advice for helping guests connect on a deeper level?
  • A. Ask them to prepare a short presentation about their current business goals.
  • B. Seat them next to people who work in entirely different industries to spark debate.
  • C. Identify and highlight 'uncommon commonalities' between the guests.
  • D. Ensure that no two guests have ever met before attending the dinner.

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Mastermind Dinners Summary & Overview

In Mastermind Dinners (2015), author Jayson Gaignard introduces an innovative way to build networks that last, by inviting influencers and high-level executives to dinner. As a mastermind dinner host, you open up a whole new world of networking possibilities through gathering interesting people around a table to share a meal and connect meaningfully with each other.

Who Should Listen to Mastermind Dinners?

  • Entrepreneurs looking for new ways to network
  • Business owners wanting to expand their industry contacts
  • Conference organizers looking to create off-site events

About the Author: Jayson Gaignard

Jason Gaignard is a serial entrepreneur who organizes large networking events for entrepreneurs and business people, and also hosts a highly rated business podcast on iTunes.

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