Robert Middleton generated connection/LA Photographer

I have an RSS feed on Robert Middleton and often ponder how to use his information in my photography business. I like the idea of a more localized networking group. It seems like I often know more people out of town because it is easier to get appointments to show my portfolio when I'm only in town for a few days. It adds to the urgency where a prospective client down the street can simply say I'm busy give me a call next week?