This week (1/18/10 to 1/24/10) on Work Matters we learn how social media can affect us in the workplace.

What is social media? How can we use it to our advantage? What are the pitfalls? Does it make sense for you to use it at all?

Our guest Dr. Bill Bruck, founding partner of Q2Learning and author of Taming the Information Tsunami explains precisely the definition of social media and the pros and cons of the technology.

Also, my colleague Beth Pelkofsky joins me to field listener questions.

I end the show with a segment where I share my own insights into social media.

eBox:

Why New Hires Fail

Let me know your thoughts on the show. Please call my new toll-free number (1-866-944-8195) and tell me what's on your mind. Or if you prefer, contact me with any questions or comments at workmatters@nanrussell.com

Feel free to follow me on Twitter: @nan_russell

Have you read my award winning book? Take a look at "Hitting Your Stride" on Amazon.com. Or, you might like my book "Nibble Your Way to Success"