You always hear these fancy reasons for networking, but like, what does any of that even mean? You know you're "supposed" to network, but like, you're also "supposed" to floss twice a day. Is it actually worth going?
First of all, floss your teeth. Second of all, spare two hours of your month is not a big commitment. You come in, you're welcomed by smiling faces, you grab a drink, you get some raffle tickets, you maybe win a ridiculous small something, all while meeting new people and introducing yourself.
Don't know what to say to new people? Here are some questions to get you started:
1. How often do you floss?
2. How long did it take for you to get here?
3. I know you design. But, why did you think you'd earn money in this career?
4. Wait. You're earning money. Tell me how?
5. How many raffle tickets did you earn?
6. How much are you paying for adobe?
7. Do you charge clients for taxes?
8. Am I a good human?
9. Do you think we're alone in the universe?
10. Did we network en...