I previously wrote about the importance of time blocking in your social job search, and you can read that post here. One entire chapter of my forthcoming book focuses on efficient use of the Big 3 social networking sites in your job search, including tools like time blocking. And, I recommend (1) setting a timer for the period of time in which you plan to use the Big 3 social networking sites, and (2) refraining from all other activities during this block of time, such as checking emails or answering your phone.
Yesterday, I learned of a new time blocking tool from a recent law grad I follow on Twitter. She recommended iFocus for bar exam takers to help them limit the time spent on social networking sites while studying for the bar exam. iFocus allows you to set time limits for computer activities, such as email, social networking sites, and online news. As you can see in the image below, you can set iFocus to prevent further use of such activity once the allocated time block is over, or you can opt to receive a notice.
If you are curious about iFocus, there are additional screenshots on the iFocus site to illustrate how the program works, or you can download the free program and try it yourself.
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