To become a "friend" or "fan" of someone follow these steps:

1. Log in to the site 
2. Go to the profile of the person you want to "friend"
   Click here for a list of emPower users 
3. Click on "become a friend" or "become a fan"

If you request to be a fan, you are automatically listed as a fan.

If you request to be a friend, you must be approved by the person you made the request to.