I think a lot of people would find it surprising how much people you barely know would be willing to help you. A lot of people you work with or know vaguely are probably great contacts for finding you a new job. Anyone you have a vaguely good impression upon probably would be willing to forward your resume to their friends. I know this might seem intrusive, but I've found a lot of people are willing to vouch for near strangers. It makes people feel good about themselves to help others in this way. Take advantage of this part of human nature to land that job.
People also will find it surprising how much that one phone call can help. People get interviews for the smallest of reasons (if you're an idiot in the interview, you still won't get the job, but getting the interview is the hard part). Usually one reference or one phone call is more than enough to get that foot in the door. From there, it's up to you.
Don't be afraid to seem a bit intrusive. You never know what will land you that next big gig.
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