How To Create A 21st Century Career

Have you heard of Priya Parker? If not, let me make an introduction. 

Priya Parker is an author, master facilitator, and entrepreneur. Her book, The Art of Gathering, has forever changed how I think about hosting every event in my life.  

One of the most impressive things about Parker is her bio. Here's an excerpt:

Priya Parker is a master facilitator, strategic advisor, and author. She is the founder of Thrive Labs, at which she helps activists, elected officials, corporate executives, educators, and philanthropists create transformational gatherings.

Did you catch that?

Priya Parker is not an event planner. Though practically, her company's industry is event planning.

She's not a facilitator or host. She's a master facilitator, which takes hosting to a whole new level.  

Finally, Parker isn't just planning a party or an event. She is creating a transformational gathering. I don't know about you, but I want my gatherings transformed. 

The difference between a party and a transformational gat…