I agree with the other comment that you should probably talk to your manager about getting a promotion if you haven't. Networking is also not an insignificant

I agree with the other comment that you should probably talk to your manager about getting a promotion if you haven't. Networking is also not an insignificant thing. You may want to take those events your boss takes you to a little more seriously. I shunned networking the first few years of my career to my detriment. I am playing catch up now, but I've found that a strong network can also help you grow in your career... it just may be with a different company. You want the skills to do a great job, but a network will help you get the opportunities to fulfill your potential.