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Conferences are great places to network.
Search the Web for conferences in your area of expertise and get on their mailing lists. Determine which ones are worth attending by searching the Web and monitoring industry lists. Talk to past attendees to learn what they gained from attending. Seek to Speak Your long-term objective should be an invitation to speak. Speaking gives you credibility.