I think that people value the online conversation as much as the personal brand marketing. The tremendous value in meeting online is that we are so much more connected to people who are able to sharpen our own skills and abilities with like minded individuals. This strength is also a weakness, however, when used to the exclusion of others who might help us form our ideas and innovations!

True friends – and valued associates – are those who know when to say “no” or “here’s something else to consider…” If our network is too closed, then we surround ourselves with “yes”-men; of what value is their agreement if they never disagree?

Thank you for your posting, again; you’re right on track!

Michael Peake
President, SEMOP