I'm on LinkedIn, Now What???, a recently released book about LinkedIn, answers so many of the questions that have been posed to me by my clients about this powerful business networking tool. Many people approach social networking technology with trepidation and Jason Alba has created a "how to" guide that reminds new users that there are "no stupid questions" when it comes to learning a new technology and guides seasoned users through the more specialized uses of the application. If you are interested in creating an on-line presence, building a professional community, sourcing prospects, or reaching out to decision makers and hiring authorities, (and who reading this blog isn't?), you will find value in this book. It will take you less time to read from cover to cover than it takes to post to half a dozen job boards and the skills you will learn from the book will help you build a far more strategic and effective approach to networking and relationship management.

By Barbara Safani and courtesy of CareerHub.com. The Career Hub blog connects job seekers with experts in career counseling, resume writing, personal branding and recruiting.