Those of us in social media groups talk a lot about how important face to face is. An important adjunct is to get out of our regular groups as well. Face to face does not just enhance social media, it is a form of social media itself.
Going to the Mass Technology Leadership Council Unconference yesterday was a great case. Lots of people from the wider tech industry converged on social media as a topic. Those of us in the "social media clique" widened our networks with people who are important in a number of ways.
I just wish more of us had come.
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it is always a good idea to meet those that follow you on twitter or any web tool. I’m always meeting new people learning from them. You never know, they might have an idea that just might help your business.