Influencers without Influence Part II On the metrics that actually matter, my account is doing exactly what it’s supposed to: I can get a meeting with almost anyone through one or two direct connections. That is the actual power of a network. I’ve seen 100k+ accounts that couldn’t raise a dollar or open a door. As I wrote a few days ago, it’s frustrating to see influencers without influence get travel and expenses paid via botted metrics. But while they are optimized for a free hotel room, I’m optimizing for long term success. If you’re still focused on a follower count that can be purchased overnight for $50, you’re exit liquidity. You can keep the vanity metrics, the rented bling, and the bot farms. I’m playing a game that requires a level of depth most people can't even comprehend.