Specifically because it communicates belonging ("fit") and facilitates status plays. Worst case it's meaningless filler - the equivalent of looking busy while

Specifically because it communicates belonging ("fit") and facilitates status plays. Worst case it's meaningless filler - the equivalent of looking busy while doing nothing. Best case someone important may be impressed. It's important to remember the downside is on not bullshitting and sticking to facts and metrics. In many orgs, neither will win friends and influence people.