[sachitgupta]

Whats in it for them? Largely based on experiences, one way to get successful people on your side and helping you - ask them for advice. But more importantly, follow through and actually do something with it. And then keep them updated.

Most people won't take action, and doing something is a very easy way to separate yourself from everyone else.

[joelrunyon]

Exactly. But those people don't want to help you until you start asking them for something and do something to separate yourself from the crowd.