 Are you using Twitter for your job search? There are a lot of benefits of using Twitter. This social media web site allows you access to people you might not otherwise meet or encounter. It is easy to use; you can view and send tweets on your computer, cell phone, iPhone, BlackBerry, etc. Unlike some other social media sites like Facebook and LinkedIn, you can receive tweets from anyone; there’s no formal asking-and-accepting process. It is a great site for older job seekers, using social media web sites shows your potential employer that you are comfortable with a computer and accessing the Internet.
We have composed a list of top 15 twitter profiles that can help you find a job. We picked up these twitter users because they always have great advices and excellent tips on different job related subjects from experts who know what they’re talking about and give their own perspectives. Some of these accounts provide job seekers with job leads.
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 Fortunately these days more and more people realize how important it is to be nature friendly and to make our planet a better place. Going green is becoming a way of life. We’re going green at home, at the way we shop and we’re driving more fuel efficient cars. But have you thought about going green at work?
Here are a few practical things you can start doing today. It’s important to mention this list is just a start. There are many, many other ways to go green.
Use energy wisely. Use compact fluorescent bulbs at your work place. Power down your computers when not in use. Turn all your lights off when you leave at the end of the day. Don’t forget about your computer, your monitor, your printer, your photocopier and other equipment. Don’t use air conditioning if the heating is on. Interesting fact: office computers waste one billion dollars worth of electricity each year by being left on when they are not in use.
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 It is great when people love what they do; when they enjoy working with co-workers; when they are in a good mood, because it is Monday and it means new work week starts. Unfortunately a lot of people hate their jobs because of an idiot boss or creepy co-workers or there might be other reasons. If you are feeling increasingly unhappy about your job, maybe it is a time for you to quit.
Quitting your job is definitely something you should think long and hard about. It generally has a big impact on your life, and you should therefore give it careful consideration.
Here are 10 signs indicating that it’s time to quit your job:
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 The older you are, the longer it may take to get a job. According to the recent information from U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics an average unemployed person over age 65 has been out of work about 70% longer than an average teenager.
There is age discrimination out there, but the good news is that more and more employers are recognizing the value of hiring experienced workers. There are benefits to being older, like having wisdom and common sense, a long work record of accomplishments, more experience and a perceived higher level of work ethic.
If you’re over 55 and unemployed, don’t despair. Here are a few tips that help you to get a job:
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 CareerCast, a jobs website conducted a research comparing 200 different positions across multiple industries, skill levels and salary ranges, using five key measurement criteria – stress, working environment, income, physical demands, and hiring outlook.
Let’s look at the results, the best and the worst jobs:
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