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At the Eastern Market mixer, I saw a huge line for the free coffee stand but the actual vendor tables were empty.
Some folks think free stuff draws a crowd, but others say it just gets people grabbing coffee and leaving. What's the best way to get real connections at these events?
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clairer797d ago
Right, because nothing says networking like a caffeine hit and a quick exit.
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the_oscar7d ago
Wait, the vendor tables were completely empty? That's wild to me. It defeats the whole point of having a mixer. If people just want free coffee, they can go to a grocery store sample day. For real connections, the event needs activities that force mingling, like a short group project or a fun quiz that gets people talking to each other. The free stuff should be at the back of the room, so you have to walk past the people you're supposed to meet. What was the event even for if no one talked?
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