"Active networking is vital to individual and career growth. Though it is often confused with selling, networking is actually about building long-term relationships and a good reputation in your groups over time. It involves getting to meet and know people who can potentially assist you in times of need. Networking with peers across businesses and functions will help the participant gain a wider perspective about the business and will enable him to appreciate other people’s work. Networking with seniors will provide opportunities to gain an insight into their wisdom and experience and will enable an exchange of ideas between the different managerial levels and age groups.