Attending shows not as important this year as in others?

[Rochard]

Because of the XXX Ironman event we put on, I'll be attending more shows than usual. I'll be going to Vegas, Florida, and Atlanta.

Is the importance of shows declining? It depends on how you do at the shows. If you stay out until 5am and your a waste the next morning and for the rest of the day, then it's a waste - your going to party and not to work. If you go to bed at a decent hour and do the networking thing, you might be surprised at how productive a show can be.

One of the things I've noticed at the shows is that I always tend to "hang out" with the usual suspects - my friends. I always try to meet new people at shows.