Here are some ideas that might work: - Coworkers from previous jobs - old classmates - friends - friends of friends - smart people you meet at user groups/

Here are some ideas that might work: - Coworkers from previous jobs - old classmates - friends - friends of friends - smart people you meet at user groups/conferences - mailing the jobs lists at top universities - attending career fairs at top universities Asking any of the above if they know any smart people who are looking for jobs.