By Andrew Beccue

The current unemployment rate is hovering just south of 10%. This is major cause for concern as people throughout the country are looking for jobs. Many people are no longer worried about finding the right “career” and just want a job, any job.

Networking is one of the most powerful assets when seeking a job. Gone are the days of Chamber of Commerce events producing job leads. This is the digital age and a fresh network of opportunities exists on the Internet. Developing leads online can be a simple process when the right avenues are explored.

Consider turning to your social network for assistance, in essence empowering other people to help you find a job. Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn should be visited often, updated and monitored. You never know when people are looking at you and your profile, so be sure to remain active and appropriate. You might be surprised at the number of jobs that are secured across these platforms as employers realize creativity from job seekers can be a sign of good things. Seek out those people who are industry leaders in your prospective field and/or decision makers in a company you’re applying with.

Finding new leads and exploring them will require time and dedication. Expanding your network and » Read more: Networking: Empowering Other People to Help You Find a Job