Jobhunting during a reccession - Embrace social networking sites such as Linkedin, Facebook, Myspace - It can provide an unobtrusive informal way to stay in touch with ex colleagues, friends and employers. Make people aware that you are looking and see what you can do to help others - do something helpful, a useful introduction perhaps may be reciprocated. Follow up - after meeting a new contact send them a quick email with some additional information about something you discussed + Always have a stack of personal or bussiness cards available.
