Why go
-- By sitting out the festivities, folks miss out on a key chance to schmooze with co-workers they don't see very often as well as meet new colleagues in other departments.
-- Attending an office get-together sends another important message - that you're engaged in the organization and appreciate its culture.
-- Some organizations see it as part of their marketing strategy because the departing intern, associate or partner likely will refer business to the firm.
Why some
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do not
-- There are just folks who don't like group events.
-- Sometimes executives skip the events because they see themselves as too important to participate.
