Do you really want to use that currency to buy, trust respect, and responsibility for things outside your job description?
You have to watch out that a "go getter" attitude doesn't result in you just getting overburdened.
You have to watch out that a "go getter" attitude doesn't result in you just getting overburdened.
I'm not suggesting you shouldn't do anything without getting permission first, but for the things you do need permission for, the above advice might help.