Which is better for your job search, Facebook or LinkedIN?

The case for LinkedIN:

Strengths:
- LinkedIN allows you to build a massive network, and allows you to limited contact with any other user directly through its InMail feature
- You see 3 degrees of separation
- LinkedIN has a widget that allows you to superimpose your network over Monster and CareerBuilder ads – so you can reach line managers and bypass HR.
- LinkedIN has a similar widget to superimpose mini profiles over Outlook emails
- The LinkedIN Answers is a great way to find your audience, and participate in discussions

Weaknesses:
- It’s tough to broadcast messages to groups in LinkedIN, or to make messages viral
- Yahoo groups are stronger and more functional than LinkedIN groups
- LinkedIN is built to acquire a network, more than for communicating with a network
- Communication with LinkedIN contacts are best done through good old email, after initial LinkedIN introduction
- LinkedIN doesn’t coordinate well with blogs, nor have customizable apps…but we are told these are coming soon

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Article by, Phil Rosenberg, president, reCareered

Article courtesy of the Recruiting Blogswap, a content exchange service sponsored by CollegeRecruiter.com, a leading site for college students looking for internships and recent graduates seeking entry-level jobs and other career opportunities.