Twitter is a great Social Media tool. Here’s the deal…. Twitter is here to stay and it is a great way to communicate in a myriad of ways. One of the things you need to know is that you can add friends relatively quickly and you can lose friends the same way. If someone doesn’t like what you have to say, they can quickly “un-follow” you or if they love you, they can “re-tweet you” (a compliment) and assist you in growing your list. Bottom line, its all about relationships.
Here are what I consider 5 of the top ways to “BE” on Twitter.
Be Seen. Have your twitter profile interesting and “branded”. Let people get a sense of your personality or what you or your business is about. Be sure to include your website URL, email address, telephone number (if appropriate) and other information you want them to SEE.
Be Prompt. Answer all responses or direct messages within a reasonable time-frame. Social media is a back and forth response and a dialog. You do need to spend some time on-line in order to participate, even if it means at the beginning or the end of the day. In other words, take the time every morning or evening and answer away. Your new friends and your old ones will appreciate your commitment and they will know you or “out-there” waiting to connect with them.
Be Discreet. Yes, we know that you may want to promote your business, but limit your direct marketing messages and look more at giving great advice, tips, or value. Most Twitter users appreciate more of a “soft” sell on Twitter and don’t’ want to be immediately bombarded with you trying to sell them something.
Be Consistent. Building rapport and relationship means participating. Don’t disappear for three weeks, tweet twice and disappear again. Think of it like you would building a new friendship. You call and ask how your friend is doing, what is up in their world, what are they doing today. Friendships are built one step at a time and so are friends and relationships on Twitter.
Be and Give Value. Most people on twitter want to know something they don’t already know or be reminded of something that interests them and connects them to you. Social media is about information technology. Give them tips, solutions, how to’s, great content and at the same time give them an authentic taste of who you are! Remember trust is a must-have quality on the web. Always tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth.
AND MOST IMPORTANT……Have FUN…
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Great insight.
Value sits at the top of my list. Add value/ Receive value is the mantra of life and twitter.
Tweet content. Keep the personal tweets to a minimum but still be sociable. Remember to be a person and not a twitter account.
Great information, thank you so much. I feel so motivated just reading this. Thanks!
Great tips, Anita! I absolutely agree with all of them. I also like to take a moment or two each day and just watch the posts float by in my Tweetstream and send love to each person who sent the Tweet. It is a wonderful, uplifting exercise. I’m totally hooked on it! ♥
Solid tips, if one follows these, one will become a “champion” Tweeter! Thanks for sharing.
Sue Painter
It really does always boil down to having fun!
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Hi Anita,
All your points are so true. I’m loving how our business world focus is changing to ‘relationships’ and how much fun it is to participate on twitter, following such wise words as yours, to connect with thousands of people around the world.
Very helpful!
Thanks!
Lynn Moore
These are great tips that everyone should follow when using Twitter for your business. Thanks for sharing Anita!
Anita,
These are all such great tips and easy to implement. Thank you, Mitch
Wonderful advice and as you know, I LOVE your Tweets. You are always sharing and giving and it doesn’t go un-noticed.
Write on!~
Lisa
So, next time I hear someone say – ‘I just don’t have the TIME to keep up’ – I am going to direct them here.
Fantastic tips, Anita! I admit that I am still a bit behind the curve on Twitter and need to get smarter about…your post is a great start.
Thanks so much!
Phil Dyer
America’s Entrepreneur Strategist™
http://www.totalbusinesstransformation.com
Really great to-the-point article and perfect timing for me as I’ve just started using Twitter – so thank you!
Twitter is an amazing way to drive traffic instantly to your website, blog, or videos with one tweet. These are some great tips to help those marketing their business through Twitter.
This is great information Anita. I don’t know much about Twitter but enjoy reading others and using it as I can. I now know that it has to be a regular event and not just occasional so I look forward to making it more a part of my life. Thank you for sharing these important tips for a great tool that keeps us connected!
Robin
Anita,
I always get something out of it each time I revisit the book. You have truly been an inspiration in my life.
Your book is amazing! I refer to it as “my bible.”
I love your website/blog as well! I look forward to your tips and advise on staying in the moment and ways to bring what you truly want into your life.
Thank you a million times Anita!
kim j.