Facebook OR Job?

I heard on the news this morning that more employers are starting to look at potential employees' Facebook pages to gather insight into the individual's personal life. This information could be very valuable to an employer and could potentially be the deciding factor as to whether an individual obtains that job or not. People have to be very careful when using these social media sites. You have to be selective about the information you post and also the people you allow to post on your sites. I choose not to have a Facebook page anymore simply because it's initial intended purposes are now being abused. It is no longer a way of connecting with old friends and colleagues, it has become an environment for people to air their dirty laundry. It's sickening some of the things people post. I don't necessarily agree with a potential employer choosing to look into your personal affairs to determine whether you are a fit for the company but I DO UNDERSTAND why they may feel this is necessary. So many people bring their bad attitudes and behavior into the workplace. Choosing to look at someone's facebook page or other social site could help prevent problems later on for an employer. I had a previous employer that was harassing a co-worker about the friends she had on her facebook page. It became so disturbing for this person that she chose to delete the account in fear that she could lose her job. I think facebook should be used for what it was intended to be used for and just like in our own personal lives, we should guard it carefully. We should not allow so many people into our personal space. The information you share on these sites allow people into your daily life and their influence could affect how other people see you. Remember, these sites have broken up relationships, caused people to lose their lives, and now could cost you that job!!! Think about it and decide if it's worth it.