Chris’ links of the day

The net no good for networking? what are they on?

http://www.silicon.com/news/500020-500001/1/5476.html?nl=d20030807

“If you’re a freelancer or a consultant, when it comes to getting new contracts, don’t put your faith in the web – it’s face-to-face networking that generates business. “

I think they are missing the point a little here – this site is testament to the fact it does work. Isn’t it the case that you can “meet” online, qualify them a lot easier then meet in real life? A lot better than meeting 100 people in real life to find the one brilliant person you need just now.

Someone called Thomas Power is quoted, never heard of him