Tuesday, December 2, 2008

Holiday Parties

Last night I attended a holiday soiree hosted by a major law firm on Long Island. It was packed and apparently the firm is doing well, because there was no skimping on the food and drink. Unfortunately I get the sense that this will be the exception rather than the rule for the rest of Long Island.

I find the whole process fascinating. As the month drags on I am sure I will hear complaints from folks who "have" to attend these things. Quite frankly I see the events as terrific networking opportunities. I have perfected the art of seeing who I have to see at these things and then skedaddling home in time to see my son before he retires for the evening.

Put another way: in light of current events, "having" to attend a function where free food and drink is at your disposal and there are ample opportunities to meet new people is a nice problem to have.

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