Hi Ed (Mr. Carrol...I just can't call someone of your status "Ed," can I?

,
I'm taking a short break from talking about Berio to ask a question that has sort of been breached in the post by Mr. Rosenbloom, but indirectly.
If you're moving to a large city and might or might not be going to grad school in your first year there, what kinds of things should you do to get started?
Let's say that you won't be in school.
What is the best way to network to get your name out?
What is the best way to get students?
What is the best way to get health insurance (find a part time job that offers it, buy it on your own, etc.)?
Where can you find places to practice if you don't want to disturb your neighbors?
Things like that...if you have a minute, I'd love to hear your thoughts. I'm not coming at this without any of my own info or thoughts, but again, I'ld love to hear what you have to say. Thanks!
David