It is one thing to communicate with colleagues about a topic of interest. It is quite another matter to get something useful out of a library catalog or journal index in a timely matter on any topic you choose. That's correct , zero. Of course, this is not a valid interpretation of the results. The problem is with the choice of terms used in the search.
People can also enhance or hinder research into any discipline.
Librarians, listserv groups, professional associations, etc. Leave no stone unturned but don't waste time turning over a bunch of unnecessary stones. Comments and suggestions are welcome.