Networking in the professional world is essential for anyone looking to attain a coveted job. Social networking websites such as Facebook and Myspace have made networking available to all. These websites can be used as great networking tools but can also be used by potential employers to determine how the employee will act at work. Use of these websites should be done in a manner consistent with the professionalism of the job the person is seeking. Other websites are available that offer networking on a more professional level.

Is job-hunting success more about who you know or what you know?

Success in the job market is due to who you know and not what you know. Although education and work experience can increase your chances of getting a job, it is ultimatly what connections you have that will get you a job. From my experience, employers are much more willing to give jobs to friends or relatives of employees who currently work for them. I have seen people get jobs over more qualified individuals soley because of who they knew. Although other variables exist in the equation, it is ultimatly connections=jobs.

The evolution of communication in the business world

This week I was introduced to a new phone from T-Mobile. The G1 phone is a phone that is compatible with Google. Most of the apps from Google can be downloaded onto the phone and then syncronized with a computer. With the introduction of smart phones in the last couple of years, the way that we do business is rapidly changing. Phones can now be used to pay bills, check inventories, and send emails to every employee in the company. Technology continues to change and evolve and will continue doing so in the future. Michael Scott once said, "Real business is done on paper." Unfortunatly, I think Michael was just trying to increase his sales.

What can professional blogs do for business?

Professional blogs can be a valuable tool for any company looking to increase sales. Professional blogs allow customers and potential customers to stay up to date on the happenings of the company. Blogs can be used as an effective marketing tool to promote business and establish a reputation. In the business world customer loyalty is vital to the success of a company. Loyal customers become interested in new products or other changes in the company and a blog can be used to supply them with this information. A blog can also be an effective tool in determining the needs and opinions of customers. Customer information can help a company improve their product and satisfy the customer's wants. Blogs are an inexpensive way to promote products and improve certain aspects of a business.