title: Networking.
abstract: Networking involves establishing and using contacts for information, support, and other assistance in order to achieve career goals. Public health nurses must understand the concept, process, and techniques of networking. There are do's and don'ts for effective networking, as well as methods of organizing nurses' networking efforts. The basics of this enjoyable and practical way to get ahead in the profession and to help others at the same time are presented.
authors.affiliation: Continuing Education Unlimited, USA.
authors.forename: Belinda E
authors.initials: BE
authors.lastname: Puetz
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003657:Decision Making; D006379:Helping Behavior; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D008611:Mentors / Q000193:education / Q000523:psychology; D009740:Nursing Staff / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration / Q000523:psychology; D011340:Problem Solving; D011637:Public Health Nursing / Q000193:education / Q000458:organization & administration; D012944:Social Support