Networking is the art of forming and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with others who are linked to your career, profession, or share your interest. Networking offers the opportunity to debate issues related to your field, share experiences and exchange perspectives. These sessions offer chances to meet new people who can offer encouragement, solutions to common problems and advice for how to handle challenges. At the end of this seminar, you will be able to: a. Discuss the professional and personal benefits of successful business networking. b. Examine networking “how to’s” and the challenges that people face when working to improve their networking skills. c. Describe winning techniques for developing your personal brand and strengthening business relationships. d. Identify the importance of following up effectively and staying connected.