"It's not what you know or who you know, but who knows you" -Susan RoAne

I'm processing all the information from the Microsoft WPC and I found something very interesting that could help you to manage contacts and build partnerships. It is called the "The art of schmoozing" made by Guy Kawasaki: http://blog.guykawasaki.com/2006/02/the_art_of_schm.html

I'm sure you will enjoy reading it!