Overview
You should buck up on your networking skills -- start using them in many more areas of your life than you currently do. Whether you want a recommendation for a car mechanic, a great hotel in Paris, or maybe just a killer hamburger, you need to ask around! It's up to you to make the connections you need, so reach out and do not be shy. People are going to be very receptive to your questions. Asking around will help you get more out of life.