So you decided to start afresh, get a new job and get your career on the line. It's not easy finding a job when time is of the essence. There are some things to speed the process and ensure that you get some leads soon.

The first rule to finding employment of your choice fast is to have a proper plan in place. Narrow your search down to a specific field or position. For example, if you want to work in marketing, you can focus your search on marketing or marketing management roles.

There are many resources to help you with your search for a job. Job centres, online job listings and local classifieds are all good options. Online job search opens your avenues to a wide range of jobs and options, so registering with an job centre online is always a good idea.

Classified and local job listings are an important resource to explore. Not every company or employer lists their job opportunity on major job sites and online data bases. Just looking online therefore, is not enough. It is important to keep an eye on what is happening in your local area.

Another important aspect of moving up the career ladder is networking with people and companies. There is no need to be awed by networking; it simply means making connections with the right people.

You never know who might be able to help you, so it is important to keep your eyes, ears and mind open.