What Can Twitter Do For You?
If you don't already know about Twitter, (Really, who hasn't heard of it?) it is a micoblogging/ social networking site that asks the question "What Are You Doing?". People micro blog throughout the day telling the world what they are doing as well as share links among other things.
Anyway, yesterday my husband asked me why I use twitter. He kind of sees it as a distraction and a time waster. I won't disagree with his assessment but I also won't fully agree that twitter is a complete time waster. It all depends on how you use it. Twitter, in fact, can be a very useful tool for bloggers and other website owners. So, I'm going to tell you how I use twitter.
1. I use twitter to let others know of new contests & sweepstakes I have posted on my website, ContestForMoms.com
I haven't always done this with twitter but now I see it as a way of utilizing twitter for the most benefit.
2. I use twitter for updates. For instance, if I update my blog I tell twitter.
3. I also use twitter to ask questions. Yesterday I asked the question: What are some things to do while in downtown Atlanta? and I received a multitude of helpful responses almost instantly!
4. Twitter is also kind of a virtual water cooler for many of us that work online specifically the WAHM crowd and it has been a great way to get to know each other more, follow what they are saying, and build relationships that I wouldn't have otherwise.
However, I recently read here that twitter shouldn't be used as a personal instant messaging system and your @'s should be kept to a minimum. I don't really know where I stand on this because on one hand I like replying to people but on the other hand I don't like reading the half-conversations going on in twitter of people I follow but don't follow me. That's something I need to think about.
5. Lastly, I use twitter as a news source.
So you see twitter can be useful for creating relationships, getting useful information, getting people to your site or blog, and building trust with your readers. Twitter lets other know that you are in fact human by all your random useless tweets such as (Hi. I'm awake. Need Coffee. or Just took the dog for a walk!) in between all the links and promotions you are doing. ;)
I admit that sometimes twitter is distracting and a time waster. But, overall, twitter can do things for your business if you don't become addicted. Basically what I'm saying is don't sit at your computer all day twittering with the hope of it making you money (at least not directly).Labels: blogging, twitter, using twitter
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If you don't already know about Twitter, (Really, who hasn't heard of it?) it is a micoblogging/ social networking site that asks the question "What Are You Doing?". People micro blog throughout the day telling the world what they are doing as well as share links among other things.
Anyway, yesterday my husband asked me why I use twitter. He kind of sees it as a distraction and a time waster. I won't disagree with his assessment but I also won't fully agree that twitter is a complete time waster. It all depends on how you use it. Twitter, in fact, can be a very useful tool for bloggers and other website owners. So, I'm going to tell you how I use twitter.
1. I use twitter to let others know of new contests & sweepstakes I have posted on my website, ContestForMoms.com
I haven't always done this with twitter but now I see it as a way of utilizing twitter for the most benefit.
2. I use twitter for updates. For instance, if I update my blog I tell twitter.
3. I also use twitter to ask questions. Yesterday I asked the question: What are some things to do while in downtown Atlanta? and I received a multitude of helpful responses almost instantly!
4. Twitter is also kind of a virtual water cooler for many of us that work online specifically the WAHM crowd and it has been a great way to get to know each other more, follow what they are saying, and build relationships that I wouldn't have otherwise.
However, I recently read here that twitter shouldn't be used as a personal instant messaging system and your @'s should be kept to a minimum. I don't really know where I stand on this because on one hand I like replying to people but on the other hand I don't like reading the half-conversations going on in twitter of people I follow but don't follow me. That's something I need to think about.
5. Lastly, I use twitter as a news source.
So you see twitter can be useful for creating relationships, getting useful information, getting people to your site or blog, and building trust with your readers. Twitter lets other know that you are in fact human by all your random useless tweets such as (Hi. I'm awake. Need Coffee. or Just took the dog for a walk!) in between all the links and promotions you are doing. ;)
I admit that sometimes twitter is distracting and a time waster. But, overall, twitter can do things for your business if you don't become addicted. Basically what I'm saying is don't sit at your computer all day twittering with the hope of it making you money (at least not directly).
Anyway, yesterday my husband asked me why I use twitter. He kind of sees it as a distraction and a time waster. I won't disagree with his assessment but I also won't fully agree that twitter is a complete time waster. It all depends on how you use it. Twitter, in fact, can be a very useful tool for bloggers and other website owners. So, I'm going to tell you how I use twitter.
1. I use twitter to let others know of new contests & sweepstakes I have posted on my website, ContestForMoms.com
I haven't always done this with twitter but now I see it as a way of utilizing twitter for the most benefit.
2. I use twitter for updates. For instance, if I update my blog I tell twitter.
3. I also use twitter to ask questions. Yesterday I asked the question: What are some things to do while in downtown Atlanta? and I received a multitude of helpful responses almost instantly!
4. Twitter is also kind of a virtual water cooler for many of us that work online specifically the WAHM crowd and it has been a great way to get to know each other more, follow what they are saying, and build relationships that I wouldn't have otherwise.
However, I recently read here that twitter shouldn't be used as a personal instant messaging system and your @'s should be kept to a minimum. I don't really know where I stand on this because on one hand I like replying to people but on the other hand I don't like reading the half-conversations going on in twitter of people I follow but don't follow me. That's something I need to think about.
5. Lastly, I use twitter as a news source.
So you see twitter can be useful for creating relationships, getting useful information, getting people to your site or blog, and building trust with your readers. Twitter lets other know that you are in fact human by all your random useless tweets such as (Hi. I'm awake. Need Coffee. or Just took the dog for a walk!) in between all the links and promotions you are doing. ;)
I admit that sometimes twitter is distracting and a time waster. But, overall, twitter can do things for your business if you don't become addicted. Basically what I'm saying is don't sit at your computer all day twittering with the hope of it making you money (at least not directly).
Labels: blogging, twitter, using twitter
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6 Comments:
I love twitter but i don't use it for more private conversations others can still read the @ you write.
Awesome post - twitter is addictive. Sometimes, I close my twitbin if I need to focus on a project but most times - I have it up so I can interact with others.
You were in downtown Atlanta yesterday? Why didn't you email me?
;)
Carrie,
No I wasn't in Atlanta yesterday. Just asking for info early. I'll be there in February.
Great post! I love twitter, but yes if you aren't careful you can easily lose track of time. Use it wisely and it can absolutely help your online business. :)
I just started using Twitter. I only post something every couple of days...I can barely keep up with my blog lately!
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