I'm not really trying to move as fast as possible, sure it would be nice but for me it's more about the social experience. I'm kinda tired of grinding this game solo starting from league start like a single player game, would be nice to have a group as a change of pace.
I just prefer that the people in the group have some poe experience, because grouping with people who are completely new like the people in pubs isn't exactly fun either.
poe is a great rpg, I just don't like the lack of group play.