1. Attend four sessions that directly support your department’s goals and priorities.

2. Return with new ideas, strategies, and best practices to implement right away for       these challenging economic times.

3. Try to get free software or at least prizes that will make you more productive.

4. Drill deep into all the questions about if or when to make this critical
     upgrade decision.

5. Network with colleagues and potential partners — and get a good look at all the new
     robust features found in SQL Server 2008

6. Conduct a follow-up presentation for the department on current trends, best
     practices, and innovative strategies..

7. Printout presentations to share with your team

8. Promise not to leave your job to join the SQL Roadshow tour

9. Research vendors and suppliers for potential savings and synergies.

10. BONUS IDEA! — Invite your boss to join you. These are incredible
        sessions, and you'll get the opportunity to strengthen your relationship
        with the head honcho.