Or perhaps you have a little more time this week before the new year to think a little deeper about your career or life situation. Like LinkedIn, Twitter has so much potential as a social networking tool for job search.  And for simply staying in touch with your network during your career.  We all get busy.  MORE >>

Facebook and LinkedIn are great places to find your next job, more so than you would think. Recruiters use social networks to post jobs, to source for candidates and to network with talent. Research shows that nearly 75% of companies check out potential candidates on social networks. MORE >>

“ Social media is just a buzzword until you come up with a plan. ” – Zach Dunn. Your network of friends, family and acquaintances is by far your single largest asset. The Internet combined with your Network makes for a very powerful tool in your job search. And then, of course, there is your extended network. MORE >>

As a job seeker, you must be willing to do whatever it takes to separate yourself from the fierce competition. For job seekers, personal websites should showcase personal brands and provide useful information for prospective employers. One way of doing this is to place links to all of your social networking sites on the page. MORE >>

And if you don't have a Google account, now is the perfect time to get one, don't do a stupid username like HotSoccerMom but one that you can use for your new Gmail account you're going to set up and use for your jobsearch. And yes, network, connect, join some groups. Make sure you check in on the Marketplace for job postings. MORE >>