Networking was not invented by The Walt Disney Company but they do know how important it is to further any career, which is pointed out in Traditions. Disney defines networking as "an informal system whereby persons having common interests assist each other." The listed benefits of networking are to compile information on your job search, gain exposure to the job market, identify areas of growth, gather names & referrals of people to incorporate into your network, & expand your social circle. There are two types of networking- informal networking involves situations where building your network-identifying contacts & developing relationships-is not your primary focus, & formal networking is when networking is your primary goal. Networking opportunities at Walt Disney World include cast activities, Disney Learning Centers with learning activities & career insights, local working teams, & volunteering. Though the task of networking is fairly open to interpretation with a variety of ways it can be done, there are a few do's & don'ts when it comes to doing it correctly:

Do
...remember that networking is about relationships that benefit both parties.
...demonstrate your business etiquette skills & take our corporate culture into account.
...utilize the resources & opportunities provided for you.
Don't
...look at networking as getting as many contact names as you can.
...call people you do not know to ask for favors.
...assume shadowing someone is your most efficient method of gathering data or networking.

~Steph :)