Why do we tell people (especially people trying to break into the industry) “Don’t say you’re there to network” when they go to networking events? Everyone knows why everyone is there. It’s like going to a movie theater and saying “I’m just here for some overpriced popcorn covered in diabetes juice.”

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I’m offended that you called butter diabetic juice. It’s nectar of the gods.

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On the other hand, who goes to a movie theater and says, “I’m here to watch a movie?”

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Who's actually asking you why you're there in the first place? Isn't it just sort of implied?

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Lol who's told you that?

Probably because it's already assumed? There are far more interesting ways to initiate a conversation.

I didn't know people said this. You're right, everyone knows why you are there. Its not a secret.

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