Precious, I'd say it depends on "what" you do in the industry. If you are on the technical side it can be a huge step up when you start looking for another job or listed on your resume. Everyone knows the adult industry is cutting edge for internet technology. This goes for programmers and designers absolutely!
If you are on the other side of the camera, you made that decision when you signed that model release. Still, that is definitely something you should think about. I am concerned about the "I'll only do it this one time to make rent money" model that will regret it years from now.
Marketing/sales...my part. I am a newbie, I have been in this industry since 1997. I have held positions in sales... office management for a content company and now I am back in sales and customer service for a fantastic company. I am older than most and I know I will NEVER run for political office or attempt to hold a position where it matters, that is just not a place where I would want to work. I have always told my family and friends what I do.
It has never been an issue for me and I believe it never will be. I try to not get too crazy at the company held parties where pictures can be taken and will haunt me inthe future.
Have a great time at your function. It looks like a real blast!
