By Eileen P. Gunn (US News) -- This is what’s in my Internet tool box: a variety of news and business podcasts that I listen to when I exercise, a personalized Google page, a LinkedIn profile for networking, and a personal website for promoting myself. I don’t find blogs, instant messaging, or text messaging useful, but others do—and if they come in handy someday, at least I know how to use them. Good Web skills are as important in the workplace these days as leadership abilities and a strong work ethic. But many professionals could use a primer or refresher course. With so many gizmos and online offerings, it’s hard to know what’s useful and what’s not. Some tools meant to boost productivity or enhance your professional standing can have the opposite effect if misused. Certain social networking sites might be ideal for one profession, but shunned by another. Anybody can Google himself, to see how he comes across on the Web—but if you don’t like what you find, what can you do about it? We have answers. Read full article below.
