For example, if you want to send a message to someone you heard speak at an event but are not friends with, or if you want to message someone about a job opportunity, you can use this feature to reach their Inbox.

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Part of the reason I accepted your invitation to come here was because I wanted to speak with all of you, and not just to all of you.

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If you are a new lawyer or consultant with a firm like Deloitte, you may not have a legitimate opportunity to speak with the GC of General Electric ( NYSE:GE) or the CEO of Texaco ( NYSE:CVX).

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That's not a project that I'm able to speak about with you at this moment.

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Why did it take until day 43 for the administration to decide that you have to speak with one voice and have Thad Allen doing it, not BP briefing?

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Think about it: Every additional customer you can speak with not only improves his or her experience but also brings in revenue to your employer.

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