5 Reasons to Go to Event | 社交五大理由不知道就out了
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5 Reasons Why You Should Attend an Art and Creative Networking Event
参加创意设计艺术社交活动的五大理由
Every artist and designer knows that sometimes solitude is an important part of the creative process. Whether you work in fashion, architecture, film, or any other endeavor that involves making things, spending hours alone on an idea until it finally comes to life can be a very rewarding experience. But what about after you are done with that project? Can great art truly exist without an audience? If a performance artist falls in the forest and no one is around to see them, does it count as art?
As great as working by yourself to make a vision become a reality is, the truth is that “it takes a village” to make any project successful. From receiving helpful feedback to getting eyes on your work, networking is an essential part of the art and design industry. People in other fields know this, but for artistic people attending a networking event can feel like “selling out.” However, going to these types of events can be a very rewarding experience with many benefits Not convinced? Here are five reasons why you should attend an art and design industry networking event.
每位艺术家和设计师都知道，有时孤独是创作过程中的重要组成部分。无论你是从事时尚、建筑、电影或任何其他创意领域，花几个小时在一个想法上，直到它最终实现，都是一次非常有意义的经历。但是在你完成这件事情之后呢？伟大的艺术真的能在没有观众的情况下存在吗？如果一个表演艺术家沦落到森林里，没有人看他表演，是否仍算作艺术？
尽管独自努力使愿景成为现实是伟大的，但事实是，任何项目成功都离不开周围的人。从收到有益的反馈到关注你的工作，社交是艺术和创意设计行业必不可少的一部分。其他领域的人都知道这一点，但对于参加社交活动的艺术人士来说，可以感觉到“变卖自己”。然而，去参加这些类型的活动可能是一次非常有价值的经历，好处多的去，不相信吗？以下是你参加艺术和创意设计行业活动的五大原因。
1
To Grow Your Professional Network
This one is obvious, but going to a networking event is a great place to meet new people. There is nothing wrong with being a little bear and hibernating in your cave, but from time to time it is important to go out and see the world. Meeting with other people, especially people working in creative jobs is a great way to connect with like-minded individuals, to expose yourself to new ideas, and to build relationships for future collaborations. Networking events act as catalysts that bring people together. Most people would agree that walking up to a stranger and introducing yourself is a bit weird, but at a networking event, this is the whole point!
拓展你的专业交际圈
这是显而易见的，参加一个社交活动可以结交好多新朋友。做一只小熊，在你的洞穴里冬眠没有什么错，但时不时地出去看看这个世界是很重要的。与其他人，特别是从事创意行业的人会面是一个很好的方式，可以与志同道合的人沟通，让自己接触新的想法，并为未来的合作建立关系。社交活动是把人们聚集在一起的催化剂。大多数人会觉得走到陌生人面前介绍自己有点奇怪，但在一个社交活动中，这就是关键！
2
To be Inspired
There is a possibility that you have taken the first step to leave your cave, but you do not happen to be a very social bear. Sometimes, attending a networking event can be more than just about meeting new people; in fact, it is often an opportunity to be motivated by others. Dried up creative juices, multiple failed projects, and a lack of direction can make it difficult to get out of a rut, but meeting new talented people may be a solution to this problem. Whether you are awe-struck (or filled with bitter jealousy), hearing about the great work others are doing can sometimes help you get back on your feet. It is important not to compare yourself to others, but that does not mean that you cannot be inspired by cool individuals to develop new projects.
让你受启发
有一种可能，你已经迈出了离开洞穴的第一步，但你碰巧不是一只爱社交的熊。有时，参加一个社交活动不仅仅是为了结识新的人；事实上，这往往是一个被别人激励的机会。尝试了创造性的想法，多个失败的项目，以及缺乏方向，可能会使人们很难摆脱一种常规，但遇到新的人才可能是解决这个问题的办法。无论你是令人敬畏的（还是充满苦涩的嫉妒），听到别人正在造就很棒得事业有时会帮助你重拾信心。重要的是，不要把自己与他人进行比较，但这并不意味着你不能受到冷静的个人的启发来开发新的项目。
3
To Build Your Brand
Do you know why Van Gogh did not become famous until after his death? It is because he did not network – probably. You may already be a cool individual, but what good does that do you when you cannot be told apart from everyone else? Show the world that you are “smarter than the average bear” by networking and building up your reputation. Whether you are a painter, a filmmaker, or a writer letting others know about your work is a great way to get people to notice what you do. When sharing your work there is no need to be annoying. Remember, successful networking involves having a conversation, not giving a presentation! Be polite, open, and attentive when listening. You can always talk about projects another day, but you cannot make a first impression twice – unless you happen to be a remarkably forgettable person, in which case you should work on your introduction.
建立你的品牌
你知道为什么梵高直到死后才成名吗？这是因为他可能没有社交。你或许已经是一个很酷的人了，但只有你一个人，这对你有什么好处？通过建立关系网和建立自己的声誉，向世界展示你“比普通熊聪明”。无论你是一个画家，一个电影制作人，还是一个让别人读你文字的作家，都是一个很好的办法让人们注意到你所做的事情。当分享你的工作时，没有必要烦人。记住，成功的人际交往包括交谈，而不是演讲！倾听时要有礼貌，开放，专心。你总有一天可以谈论项目，但你不能给人两次第一印象，除非你碰巧是一个非常容易忘记的人，在这种情况下，你应该努力做你的介绍。
4
To Grow Your Team
The challenges of being an artist or designer are far too much for one person to bear alone. What do the Ninja Turtles and The Beatles have in common? They are teams composed of great individuals, that are made stronger as a group. You may already be a John or a Paul, but sometimes a band needs a Ringo to even things out. Attending a networking event can be a great way to expand your team. Are you looking for an ambitious go-getter to help your dreams become a reality? What better place to find someone than an art networking event? People who attend these events are usually goal-oriented and are looking for a new challenge – and that is exactly who you have been looking for.
培养你的团队
作为一名艺术家或设计师的挑战对于一个人来说是太大了，无法独自承受。忍者神龟和披头士有什么共同点？他们是由伟大的个人组成的团队，他们作为一个群体变得更强大。你可能已经是一个约翰或保罗，但有时一个乐队需要一个林戈来解决问题。参加一个社交活动是一个很好的方式来扩展你的团队。你在寻找一个雄心勃勃的追求者来帮助你的梦想成为现实吗？有什么地方比艺术交流更适合找人？参加这些活动的人通常是以目标为导向的，他们正在寻找一个新的挑战。这正是你一直在寻找的人。
5
To Make New Friends
Many times, the amazing people you will meet a networking event will not be able to offer you a job or to help you sell your latest masterpiece, instead, what they can offer you is friendship. In the long run, being able to form a strong connection with other people in your industry can prove to be a lot more valuable. These will be the people that will tell you when a new position opens up, the ones who will write letters of recommendation for you, and the ones who will cheer you up when you fail and celebrate with you when you succeed. When approaching a person at a networking event, do not assume that they will instantly be your best friend, but also do not be cold and aloof. You never know who you may be talking to, the person in front of you could range from your future boss to your future partner. Regardless, treat everyone with respect and do not assume that a friendly tone is a flirty tone, this is after all still a professional event. However, whatever happens after the event is up to consenting adults.
结交新朋友
很多时候，你以为社交活动中遇到一个令人惊奇的人，将无法为你提供一份工作或帮助你出售你的最新杰作，相反，他们能为你提供的是友谊。从长远来看，能够与你行业中的其他人形成强大的圈子可以证明更有价值。这些人会告诉你，当一个新的职位开始，谁会为你写推荐信，当你失败，谁会让你振作起来，当你成功，谁又会与你一起庆祝。当在社交活动中认识一个人时，不要假设他们会立即成为你最好的朋友，但也不要冷漠和排斥。你永远不知道你可能在和谁说话，你面前的人可能会是你未来的老板或你未来的伴侣。不管怎样，以尊重的态度对待每一个人，不要认为友好的语气是一种调情，这毕竟还是一项专业的活动。然而，活动后发生的任何事情都取决于成年人的认知。
Interested in attending an art and creative networking event? Check out this amazing event hosted by Shanghai Fun happening on July 1st at 7:30pm at Logan’s PUNCH
Shanghai Fun gives away 3 tickets. Follow HeathersChamber, the first three early birds add "Heather69" on WeChat to win a Free Ticket！Details see the poster.
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Luis Campos spent his childhood exploring the US, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, and as an adult has lived in Greece, Argentina, Spain, and Mongolia. In 2018, Luis moved to China and currently resides in Shanghai, where he works as a freelance writer.
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Heather is the daughter of a subsistence rice farmer from Fujian Province, China. She tells stories from her experience as one of the poorest. She writes her dream to share with the world, a very personal place. She has now written two English literary novels and is looking to being published in the UK. Her passion is a splendid cocktail or milkshake of word, image, music and art. She likes collecting books, DVDs, papers, stones, shells and leaves. She desires for all forms of natural beauty. She is currently working for Shanghai Taichi Center.
希瑟·蔡太莲是福建一个自给自足稻农的女儿。她作为穷人的穷人之一，讲述的故事来自最底层的仰望。她写就她的梦想与世界分享一些个人独特的亲身经历。她完成了两本英文文学小说，喜欢收集树叶、书本、影碟、贝壳和剪报，向往各种自然美。目前在上海从事太极文化行业，也在努力打造“阿太的密室”，集文学、艺术、文化、哲学和世界女性于一体的个人公共服务平台。
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