The game doesn't start until the ball is delivered from the pitcher.
Offense begins by stepping up to the plate.
When you think about it, the same is true when networking for a new position. To reach contacts and secure referrals, you must step into the batter's box. You may strike out at first, but eventually you'll hit a home run that leads to the job you want. He became so discouraged about job hunting that he made an appointment to see a career counselor. But the engineer's job-search tactics were the main reason for his lack of success.