Get used to observing the timing of everything.

If you want to bounce to another bar, pace yourself so you finish your drinks at the same time. Order your last drinks about 15 minutes before last call, so you won’t have to wait while the overwhelmed bartender does your drinks, after 20 others.

Ask the waiter to order your car from valet just before you ask for the check. That will be just enough time to have your car as soon as you walk out of the door.

Don’t arrive too early, and definitely don’t stay close to the end of any party. If I get the impression that a party will end up within the next hour I start making my moves to leave. You don’t want to be there when the bright lights turn on and the romantic mood gets interrupted. Bounce out before the party is over.

Know what time the liquor stores close in the city you are in.

Always be aware of the time, even while it looks like you don’t care at all. You don’t want to be caught glancing at your watch or cell phone. It makes people uncomfortable.