Sometimes when starting you have to swallow your pride and do things that your heart is not totally in, for income. Networking is the big key for those who make a big success in this business. Don't be afraid to tell the other videographers in your area what you are up to. The ones that are the true success won't mind another up and coming local videographer. As long as you are honest and respectful.
Users groups are a big help since they provide a support platform.
They fail to realize that this business is more of a people business than a techie business. Editing is one thing, but dealing with people is a skill that less video people can master. Those that do, out shine the videographers without people skills by a mile. Think of any successful videography company. How are their people skills, chances are they are pretty good.