The only additional thing I would add is that often I often defer to blogs rather than say networking at a conference because it’s a way of self-selecting the brightest/outgoing minds.

I’ve repeatedly found much more value in establishing connections with persons willing to expose their thoughts publicly (bloggers). Those people willing to take the time to think threw their ideas, and start a new dialogue are the true thought leaders and people I’ve found most helpful to my professional career.

Sam