The lesson: take the time to develop strong relationships, both laterally and with key influencers higher in your organization! The chances are just about 100 percent that you’ll need their help at some point. Part and parcel to this: be careful not to rely excessively on one boss or advocate. Cast your fishing line into multiple water holes. It’s not uncommon for a person to become overdependent on a boss—then the boss leaves or is transferred to another division and you’re all alone.
