I met Michael at the Dubliner as he was covering Mayor Slay’s reelection and the resulting party for KMOX.
Tonight I learned that @rizzotees is an actual person.
— Michael Calhoun (@michaelcalhoun) March 6, 2013
I’m half joking, but three quarters serious. Tis better to have met Michael in person than to have merely remained Twitter friends.
[…] Find people in your field and join the conversation! You can search for other professionals on Twitter and join in on discussions that apply to you. For example, I like to join the #BareItAll chats because it directly relates to my field of social media and marketing, where we share insights on industry trends and strategies. I’ve connected with several other professionals (who I would’ve never met otherwise) this way and still keep in touch. This kind of professional activity can put you miles ahead of your competition because employers will notice your enthusiasm about your industry and eagerness to learn. But don’t forget: While online networking is important, never underestimate the power of good, old-fashioned, in-person networking! […]