Am I the only one who thinks the Washington DC party-crashers who crashed the White House state dinner last week made a smart career move? They’re trying to get a spot on a reality TV show and what better way than getting national, even international, media attention. All you brand-thirsty, corporate-climbing wannabes, and career resurrectors can learn something from them. Why do you think Bobby Jindal , governor of Louisiana, and GE’s struggling CEO Jeff Immelt were there? This from the New York Daily News: The White House party crashers got face time with President Obama – deepening the shame of the Secret Service, it was revealed yesterday. A stunning photo captures the moment when Obama gripped and grinned with socialite Michaele Salahi and beaming hubby, Tareq, on a receiving line at his first state dinner. Don’t get all upset with me yet. Party crashing is not against the law as far as I can tell; and I have to be honest, I’ve crashed a party or two in my day. If you have the balls to crash a party you never know who you might meet; or the free food and booze you may be able to enjoy. And, if you’re strategic about your party crashing you can potentially end up making contacts with people who can help you land a job, or enhance your career. That is, if you don’t get thrown out in disgrace and have it taint your reputation for years to come. Take a page from Melanie Griffith in the movie “Working Girl.” She crashed a wedding, ended up landing a major deal, even though she was a secretary, and landed herself a big gig

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