The last few times I searched for the latest information on a product, news story or business issue, I struck out on Google. Instead I found what I needed on Twitter. It’s like having a private group of reporters waiting to break a news story.

Considering how easy it is to find current information on the Internet and knowing the power of social media sites, I was surprised by the results of a new Citibank/GfK Roper survey. Of the 500 small business owners surveyed, 86% of said that they aren’t using FaceBook or Twitter to get advice or information. Instead, 61% said that they’re using Google and Yahoo.

Twitter and FaceBook aren’t the only social media options out there but they’re a good place to start.