Participants to the “Networking and Practice” event told us that they network to:

• share experiences and info
• discover possibilities, including jobs
• learn
• make friends
• find support
• consult experts
• find something they need
• cross functional contacts
• make a difference
• be part of a community

Some of the tools they mentioned are:

• business cards
• keep an open mind
• attend meetings and gatherings
• join ASQ
• get involved
• listen actively
• follow up and maintain relationships
• want others to succeed

More information, suggestions and some resources were shared by Raymond Dyer and Eric Stern in their presentation on the subject.