Consider everyone you connect with on a daily basis 

as a potential "referral" for you and important to your career. 

Assess your "likability" factor. 

Are you someone others see as a solution provider, a positive influence on co-workers in your attitude, morale or contributions? It is not enough to do a good job these days and expect to be rewarded....Managing relationships "out" and "up" calls you to communicate consistently with decision makers to ensure THEY KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING. Take a proactive stance today to connect with others. You will have taken a key step in being more promo-table. 

'Top performers are networkers. But their networks aren't just a collection of business cards and friends. These promotable people use their expertise and time to develop a reputation for being helpful. They become widely known and respected by others because they help others solve their problems.'

From Crucial Skills Blog

By David Maxfield