You need to talk
If you don't talk then it will be very, very difficult to learn a language. You need the active process of producing the language, feedback on what is understood and listening to really apply any theory you're getting from grammar books, vocabulary drills or classrooom language learning.
Almost anyone will do
As long as they want to speak the language too and are at a reasonable enough level compared to you. It shouldn't be boring for either of you. And the more different types of language exchange partners you have, the richer your vocabulary and knowledge in that language will be.
Different ways to do it
You can choose to do the classic language exchange, ie you both speak your language the first 15 minutes, then you both speak their language the next 15 and you continue in this fashion. You can pay someone a symbolic fee for the chat in their language. Or you can find someone who also wants to learn the same language as you and you both decide to speak it together.
Where do I find them?
Well, log in to Ephisto to find different speakers of various languages. They may well be up for a classic language exchange, most of them are there to talk with other learners though. Sometimes local cafes have language exchange lists or you can ask in your circle of friends if they know of anyone who might be willing to exchange languages.
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