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Jayson Gaignard
Build Lifelong Relationships by Connecting Experts, Influencers and Linchpins
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Mastermind Dinners by Jayson Gaignard is a book on networking that teaches how to create memorable and meaningful experiences by organizing intimate dinners with like-minded people, resulting in lasting personal and business relationships.
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Human connections, not cash, are what give value to your life. Seek to make your connections last!
How do you feel after a long day at the office? Washed up, beat down, in need of some R&R?
So many of us expect to feel satisfied by just earning a paycheck. But there’s no denying the old cliche that money alone can’t buy happiness.
As a young IT entrepreneur, the author earned 22 times more than the national average salary. But did this fact make him 22 times happier, or 22 times healthier, than the average person?
Not at all. In fact, he suffered from stress-related kidney problems, at just 23 years old.
Sure, we all want a job that pays well. But a job that brings in six figures may actually be distracting you from what your true priorities are.
While the author’s online ticket sales company was successful and brought in serious profits, the constant work and stress pulled the author further and further away from his original goal: to create a business that made him happy.
Many people, especially entrepreneurs, lead a lonely work life. After another 12-hour day, the last thing on an entrepreneur’s mind is planning a get-together with friends. Often, daily stress and work travel make it difficult to connect with people, at work or even in the “real” world.
But as any good businessperson knows, networking is vital in unlocking new opportunities. Building on this concept, the author created a successful business – and life – by hosting networking events such as mastermind dinners and mastermind talks.
He discovered the personal benefits of human connection. And along the way, you will too. Want to find out more? Read on!
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What is Mastermind Dinners about?
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.
Mastermind Dinners Review
Mastermind Dinners (2015) is a book about creating meaningful relationships and fostering connections through the power of intimate dinner parties. Here's why this book is worth reading:
- By sharing personal experiences and insights from successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders, it shows how these gatherings can lead to invaluable connections and collaborations.
- With its practical tips and techniques for hosting memorable dinner events, the book provides a blueprint for creating a welcoming and engaging atmosphere.
- It goes beyond networking and emphasizes the importance of genuine connections and building a community of like-minded individuals, making it a refreshing take on socializing and professional growth.
Best quote from Mastermind Dinners
When you hit rock bottom, youre left with your word and your relationship.
—Jayson Gaignard
Who should read 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
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What is the main message of Mastermind Dinners?
The main message of Mastermind Dinners is the power of connecting with influential people and building meaningful relationships.
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Is Mastermind Dinners a good book? Is it worth reading?
Mastermind Dinners is worth reading for its insights on networking and relationship-building. A valuable resource for personal and professional growth.
Who is the author of Mastermind Dinners?
Jayson Gaignard is the author of Mastermind Dinners.
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