10 Best Facebook Applications For Business Professionals

Facebook Provides a Wealth of Opportunity For Business Professionals

Facebook should be considered an oasis of opportunity for business professionals to grow their relationships and increase revenues. As the fastest growing social network, Facebook is quickly becoming populated with more and more business professionals - not too mention a mountain of applications designed with the business professional in mind. With over 4,300 Facebook applications to choose from, many business professionals have echoed that they do not know where to start with Facebook applications. To help, I have created a list of the 10 best Facebook applications that will help any business professional get the most out of Facebook.

10 Best Facebook Applications For Business Professionals

• Free Conference Calls - Created by Iotum, the Free Conference Calls application allows users to organize free conference calls with their business colleagues. Features include PIN-less dial-in, ability to see in real-time who will be attending/not attending the call, and SMS reminders for those invited to the conference call. With the prevalence of conference calls in today’s business environment, the Free Conference Calls application allows a quick and easy way to set-up a conference call.
• Facebook Voicemail - Created by FWD, the Facebook Voicemail application allows user to send personalized voicemail’s to their Facebook friends. Although the application is simple, it is a powerful way for business users to communicate with their colleagues.
• My Questions - Created by Slide Inc, the My Questions application allows users to ask their Facebook friends questions, with a central repository for viewing the answers. This application essentially allows a business user to become their own research firm - creating an outlet to have real answers to whatever real-life questions one might have.
• Facebook Video - Created by Facebook, the Facebook Video application allows users to create video messages and upload third party videos that are then available to be sent to others on Facebook. Every business professional knows the best way to conduct business is “face-to-face” so when one can’t meet that important business partner or client, why not send them a video message instead?
• Introductions - Created by Adam Gries and Wayne Mak, the Introductions application allows users to introduce friends to one another, but more importantly allows users to get introduced to people they do not already know. This application allows business users to build their network of contacts through referrals - much easier than trying to “cold-add” an individual. In addition to giving introductions greater context, the application is fantastic for adding value to ones relationships by facilitating connections for others.
• Business Cards - Created by Cardinal Blue Software, the Business Cards application allows users to attach your Business Card to Facebook messages, customize the card design and content, create a posting to find what you’re looking for and browse postings and network with others.
• Phonebook - Created by Jangl, the Phonebook application allows user to call and send voicemails to Facebook users, all while keeping your phone number private. While this application’s biggest benefit, keeping your phone number private, is something many business users would not want to use, it is useful if you need to speak with a new contact and the call connection feature is very convenient.
• Workin’ It - Created by SimplyHired, the Workin’ It application allows users to leave kind words or recommendations for their fellow Facebook friends. The application also allows users to search for over 5 million job openings. This application is not just good for those who are looking for a job, it is a great way to build you list of professional recommendations and commend others for a job well done.
• Define Me - Created by Alan Christopher Thomas, the Define Me application others to anonymously list words that define you. The words are then displayed on your profile in a cloud, with the most common words appearing larger to offer an honest look at how others really view you. This application has similar “reputation building”aspects that are found in working it. The application is excellent because it allowsothers to describe you in words, ensuring that new contacts, clients and partners get a true view of who you are.
• What I Do - Created by AppSmash, the What I Do application allows business professionals to promote their business on their Facebook profile. It features a directory for people looking for products and services allowing them to find you. Similar to other directories, the What I Do application can be used to drive new sales for any business.

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