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I do agree with everyone she is a techie. What did people think of the article's use of opening night at the opera and symphony as examples of attaining inside
by bugsy 15y ago
I do agree with everyone she is a techie.
What did people think of the article's use of opening night at the opera and symphony as examples of attaining insider social event status in the bay area? I am a bit skeptical of this since opening night is not by invitation only, seats are available to whoever wants to buy a ticket. On the other hand, most charity galas and such that end up on the social register page are also available to whoever has the money to buy a ticket as well.
- wallflower 15y agoThe thing is, if you have enough money (e.g. work is an option) and are bored, you will want for challenge and diversion. Money doesn't cure the human need to be recognized and to be connected and to be relevant. If anything, it makes it more of an isolated and pure drive. I know someone who used to be a very successful fundraiser for a museum. The unwritten subtext is if you want to be 'Chair of the ball' is that it is a sizable donation ($25-$50k to start). Money is the price to entry but navigating the social hierarchy (e.g. socialite) is something that requires acumen, not just money. I am reminded of a Brasilian girl who moved to our neighborhood/school district in middle school (most of us had known each other since early grades). She invited literally everyone to a big party (not extravagant by any means). Quickly become integrated into the social circles. But her ongoing popularity was more due to her acumen and personality.