Workin' it at last year's Work It. Photo by Flickr's Lindsay Wengler.

When you’re an independent creative type — graphic designers, dancer, musician, tech guru, writer or anyone who works from home — you’re often missing out on the built-in support system that comes with a full-time place of employment. That’s what Work It Brooklyn is designed for, to gather these people into a night of ”productive debauchery.” Since the event is a forum to create partnerships, share ideas and network like crazy, we asked co-founder Briana Campbell to give 7 key tips so you can make the most of the next Work It at Brooklyn Winery Aug. 31.

Since it’s been a while since we’ve all worked it, we wanted to share a few tips on how to make the most of your networking evening at the winery (and future networking events) — from what to bring to how much to drink. Test your skills at in the courtyard of Brooklyn Winery in Williamsburg on Wednesday from 7 to 10pm. (more…)