Burning Bridges: When I was let go from my last company, I had many many reasons to be bitter and angry. We all would. Then, a year later, that same organization and even the same senior management were my clients at my current company. And I couldn't be happier! Imagine if I lashed out in anger! In fact, I recently helped my old company to establish a process that has been my holy-grail since my days within! Don't burn your bridges, for they may lead you back to something better.

Keep in touch with contacts: Recall in a prior Blog entry we talked about classifying your contacts and maintaining contact. Even a quick hello keeps the lights burning.

Not thanking people: This is a huge pet-peeve for me. If someone does right by you, send a thank you. Remember, I am the person that sent thank you notes when rejected from a job. Thank you notes go a long way to building and maintaining a strong relationship. Your welcome!

Not asking for help: I am not sure I agree that this is the number one faux-pas. However, when you are in need, and you have a network - ask for help. It's ok - we all need assistance. Don't forget to say thank you -- and don't forget to be there when she asks for help!

By then I ask, why post this clipping on the ZeroToNetwork Blog? As readers of this Blog - you do not make these faux-pas; do you?