Learning about Twitter

Posted on January 23rd, 2009 by Kathie Thomas

I’ve had a Twitter account for sometime now and it really took me sometime to understand what it is about.  But now I’m hooked!

I’ve signed up for some autoresponders on how to use Twitter and have been applying some of those things. In just 24 hours I’ve had an increase in 100 followers with several actually corresponding with me, which is great.  And I have a potential new project on the horizon simply from a chance (and flippant) comment to someone after they saw a tweet I’d made.  Amazing but that project has possibilities.

I also see our PM, Kevin Rudd, twittering about his activities and feel it’s great that he and his staff keep abreast of social networking tools to remain visible and up-to-date.

I’ve also learnt about Twitwall which allows you to add to your meagre bio at Twitter.  And it is free and connects to your existing Twitter account so picks up on your chosen background.

I see a lot of Virtual Assistants on there and many I know are finding new clients as a result. Just goest o show you can’t dismiss a new tool or fad too quickly on the web – people keep finding new things they can create to add to an idea and build new businesses just from that alone!

Have you begun twittering yet?

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Tags: Networking, Social Networks // 4 Comments »

4 Responses to “Learning about Twitter”

  1. Beverly Mahone // Jan 24, 2009 at 3:15 pm

    Kathie,

    I’m like you. I signed up for a Twitter account several months ago but couldn’t quite get the hang of it but now I spend way too much time there! I love the fast paced conversations and tips people offer.

    What I DON’T like though are those people who are constantly trying to get me to buy their product without allowing me to get to know them

  2. Melodieann Whiteley // Jan 24, 2009 at 6:47 pm

    I have just begun to get active on Twitter – mostly because I’ve seen how successfully you and others have used it. I’m excited by the possibilities.

  3. Eileen Williams // Jan 25, 2009 at 12:53 am

    I”m brand new to Twitter (2 days into it) so am anxious to find out how the whole thing works. When I do, I’m referring back to your post to learn more. Hope you will continue to share your expertise.

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