To seek favorable social connections or use pull to reach one's goals; to toady to influential people.

To provide many different ways to solve a problem or achieve a goal; to open up more channels for progress or success

To look for ways to achieve a goal, especially by seeking help from social connections or influential people

To seek a job or favor by looking for the right connections or people who can help.

to have the necessary channels, methods, or powerful connections to achieve a goal or solve a problem