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The "real hack" here is organizing the event in the first place. I can attest as an "also introvert" that I've gotten a lot of mileage out of, say, hosting a co
by boredguy8 17y ago
The "real hack" here is organizing the event in the first place. I can attest as an "also introvert" that I've gotten a lot of mileage out of, say, hosting a conference rather than trying to attend them. I have guesses as to why this is (control of the environment, the role as gatekeeper, having talked with folks ahead of time), but I'd suggest trying something similar if you're an introvert and you need to network.
- philk 17y agoIt's also because as the host you have both a large built-in boost to your social status and a reason to talk to anyone.
- somebear 17y agoUsually I talk a lot more to people if I have a clear reason to. If you are an organizer you have a _very_ clear reason to talk to people, and it can help forcing you to do so.