Five Ways to Meet New People On Facebook

We have all heard the phrase "Get out of your comfort zone". Here are a few ways toconnect with others and make new friends.

Here are a few fun ways to get to know people and break down some barriers.

1) Play a game - One of the most addiction games on facebook is a Scrabulous, an online version of the game Scrabble. Almost every 5 seconds during the day multiple games are being started. It is a great way to meet people from around the world. Chances are you might find a new "friend" or future business associate.

2) Quizzes - There are various applications which are quizzes. The range from knowledge of movies, to your favorite movies and tv shows. Many of these quizzes can also allow you to see those who have similar interests.

3) Walls - Post something on a friend's wall, chances are one or more of that person's friends will see what you posted and respond.

4) Post in a group - Take an active role in the groups you belong to in facebook. Find an interesting article and post the link, or if you have your own blog, list that link as well.

5) Using Search - in the search box in Facebook, type in some of your favorite things and see what people, groups and pages show up. Type in things such as your hobbies, favorite sports teams, travel destinations, etc. You will see lists of people and groups that your can connect to.