Don't Seek Influencers Build Influencers
Sometimes the people you think you need are more opportunistic or only "for hire"! They will not bring esteem to your event you stereotypically believe! They may actually take attention away from you (unintentionally).
Everyone has to start somewhere. When you are working to build others you end greater support. While building your platform you build others.
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