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The highest ROI activity in AI isn't on your screen

In the midst of the relentless acceleration of AI, the author attended the SIM Conference in Porto and discovered that in-person conversations with trusted peers provide clarity and concrete opportunities far beyond what the timeline offers. The article argues that while booths are useful for newcomers, the real value lies in serendipitous encounters and honest discussions away from screens. Speed without offline input is just circling; serious builders don't panic—they share real challenges and collaborate on actual problems.

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The highest ROI activity in AI isn't on your screen
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  • Face-to-face conversations with trusted friends at conferences yield validation and specific collaborative opportunities that online interactions cannot match.
  • Booths are valuable for newcomers establishing credibility, but for established individuals, moving around and engaging in unplanned conversations is far more beneficial.
  • The AI industry's speed must be balanced with offline input to avoid running in circles; serious work happens without panic or hype.
  • The author recommends prioritizing in-person events, leaving the laptop behind, and talking to trusted peers for outsized returns that don't appear on dashboards.

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