Brag-Ask-Give Networking

A powerful networking exercise created by Tim Ferriss that combines sharing accomplishments, making requests, and offering value to create meaningful connections in a group setting.

Core Structure

• Three components:
  • Brag - Share a significant accomplishment
  • Ask - Make a specific request of the group
  • Give - Offer something valuable you can provide

Implementation Details

• Format:
  • Everyone stands up individually
  • States their name
  • Delivers their brag, ask, and give
  • Other participants actively take notes
  • Write down names of people they can help or want to connect with

Key Elements

• Permission to brag

  • Explicitly tell people not to be humble
  • No "fluffy bullshit humble" statements allowed
  • Encourages direct sharing of real accomplishments

• Active participation

  • Everyone in room must listen and take notes
  • Look for opportunities to help others
  • Identify people whose "gives" are valuable to you

Benefits

• Creates immediate value

  • Can deliver 10x return on investment in first day
  • Helps justify premium pricing for events
  • Generates meaningful connections quickly

• Breaks down barriers

  • Gets past social niceties
  • Creates environment for real sharing
  • Enables authentic connections

Real World Application

• Used successfully at Tim's $10,000+ events
• Helped justify premium pricing
• Created immediate tangible value for participants
• Generated lasting connections between attendees