Hi everyone, have a nice day! I am a new member here and would like your advice. My dear sister kindly invited me to attend the commemoration of the Republic of Korea's National Foundation Day at a diplomatic hotel event. The Korean ambassador is going to be there, as well as probably more diplomatic personnel. She signed me up as her guest; she was invited as the president of the Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) commission in my country, so it's her evening. I am building a career in politics, so it's a kind gesture of hers. However, I cannot see how I can network in the professional sphere and not overshadowing the middle man/guest/diplomat (in this case, it's my beloved sister). So, ladies, how do you manage to network without making the middle man/guest/diplomat feel displaced? I thought I would act as her liaison, taking pictures and supporting and cheering her on. Then I could take pictures with the ambassador and post them on LinkedIn, presenting myself as my sister's assistant for the event. However, in my experience, this has led to me being perceived as useful to the diplomat, without leading to me gaining any networking contacts or actual opportunities... I would love to hear your approaches, advice or ideas, because it would help me a lot, not only in this situation. P.S. This also includes the outfit for the event. I already know that I am going to contrast with her. My approach is professional and functional, while my sister's is artistic and design-focused. Warmly, Nicole.