What do you do when you meet people who are financially or economically in a better position than you? Let us all be honest here.. we sometimes compare ourselves to our peers and see if they are doing better than us. There are times where, whether it is good or not, we can tell they are doing better in life. Of course we do not know their struggles but we know that financially they are quite more comfortable than you.
In that case, should you try to fake your own situation as to not get pity or should you be honest? When I encounter people who are financially ahead than me I just think that it will be me someday... That I will reach that level too where I would be able to buy whatever they can. So basically I try to make them my inspiration. Do you take inspiration from the rich people or do they make you feel worse?
I'm not a jealous person and I don't envy rich people for their money and status. Being envy is pointless. You won't achieve anything by sitting all day and hating on rich people to their material wealth.
Are you suggesting that you are trying to "fake" your social status and standard of living when you meet a rich person? I wonder how that would work. Do you buy expensive clothing and accessories? Do you rent a luxurious car or something?

This can't work out in the long term.
You may waste a lot of money and achieve nothing in return. Being honest is the best approach. Show the rich guy that you have talents and skills, and he might hire you or recommend you to other rich people. I know that most wealthy people respect talent and competence.