> it just takes A LOT more energy for some people to add these tasks along with their normal schedule. I'm not a social butterfly by nature, but I do enjoy co

> it just takes A LOT more energy for some people to add these tasks along with their normal schedule. I'm not a social butterfly by nature, but I do enjoy conversations with intelligent people. If a new job truly is a priority, carving out the time (1 or 2 events a month) is an entirely workable stretch. And often you can use "professional development" as cover to get away from work.