Often, rankings tools will only show your placement if you are listed within the top 100 or 200 results. Of course, if you fall below that, there's not much hope of getting traffic, however, knowing where you are in the rankings can be useful for tracking changes over time. A good tool for finding your rankings anywhere in the top 1000 results is www.googlerankings.com.
About the Author: Donna Fontenot
Donna Fontenot, aka DazzlinDonna, is an Internet Entrepreneur and SEO, who has long utilized search engine optimization and affiliate marketing to create a successful online business. Her goal as an ebusiness coach is to help others make a living online from the comfort of their homes (and in their pajamas). Her motto is "You'll never shine if you don't glow."
