What is Twitter? Don’t get left behind…
April 15, 2008 · Print This Article
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What is Twitter?
I’m sure you’ve probably read a blog, received an instant messenger, got an invite or something that has to do with Twitter in the last couple months right? You’re also probably wondering, what the heck “Twitter” is and how in the world can anything like that benefit your marketing efforts or internet business blog.
Here’s my Twitter Account: http://twitter.com/successfool
Well I was the same way. I joined Twitter last year sometime and never really did anything with it. I probably would have used it sooner, but I just didn’t understand it at the time. I didn’t get what it was about or anything. I guess I was preoccupied like a lot of people with other things.
Before I go on, let’s answer the question, “What is Twitter?”
According to Wikipedia, “Twitter is a free social networking and micro-blogging service that allows users to send “updates” (or “tweets”; text-based posts, up to 140 characters long) to the Twitter website, via short message service (e.g. on a cell phone), instant messaging, or a third-party application such as Twitterrific or Facebook.
So you can “update” or send “tweets” about anything. You can say good morning to the world, talk about your plans for the day, your travel plans, what you’re cooking, who you’re having lunch with, a blog post you just read or posted, who made you made, who bought you flowers, and end it with a “good night world.”
Twitter is like, Facebook meets, Blogging, meets instant messaging. It really rocks. So whether you wanna connect with old friends, meet new one’s, find out what’s going on in your industry, and learn a lot, Twitter is definitely for you. If you’re someone that doesn’t see the value in networking or market research, I’d probably advise you to stay under your rock and leave Twitter to the cool folks (jk).
My friend Coach Deb told me last week that I “needed” to be on Twitter and how she’s got a couple speaking engagements because of being on Twitter. I took her advice as she’s definitely an expert in social media, hopped on, started connecting with a few people, and started to get a bunch of emails saying, “Person’s Name is now following you on Twitter.” The moment that started to happen, I was hooked. So Twitter, had me at that first email.
So this week, I’m going to be discussing Twitter and how it can benefit you with your Internet Business or online efforts. I’m also going to be interviewing some folks that are on Twitter, why they’re using it? What has come about on it so far? And so on.
So are you on Twitter? What’s your URL? Why are YOU using it?
What is Twitter?…
Im sure youve probably read a blog, received an instant messenger, got an invite or something that has to do with Twitter in the last couple months right? Youre also probably wondering, what the heck Twitter is and how in the world can anything like th…
What is Twitter?…
I’m sure you’ve probably read a blog, received an instant messenger, got an invite or something that has to do with Twitter in the last couple months right? You’re also probably wondering, what the heck “Twitter” is and how in the world can a…
Thanks for this post. I’m like you, just going to get started with Twitter so I really need to learn how to use it (and Pownce).
Hey there Mark, make sure to post your twitter account on here so we can connect brother!
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Congrats for getting hooked on TWitter!
We’ll have to get you posting some of your Interviews on Twitter to the “Twinterview” category for the new Twitter Handbook site.
Tweet me on Twitter & we’ll set you up as a contributing author.
@CoachDeb
I’ve been talking about Twitter since November, and I’m glad you jumped on the bandwagon. Isn’t it fun?
ya you’re right - i’ve jumped on the bandwagon…lol
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Hey man, glad you listened to Coach Deb on the whole Twitter thing.
It’s been a great scene and an easy, yet addictive way to drive fresh traffic and business to your business.
I know it has to mine!
Have a blessed day brother. Keep up the great work on this site.
With warm regards,
Timothy Carter
The Residual Income Lifestyle
ya i’m glad i listened to deb as well!
definitely a great source to connect with cool folks like yourself man!
I feel ya man. And people like Deb & JP. So many good people.
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I have hooked it up again cos you told me too! lol
I guess right now I am listening & learning
uh oh - The Yon Man’s got a Twitter account.
it’s on now!
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I did a blog about this here: http://www.ricklomas.com/2008/04/26/what-is-twitter/
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I just got on twitter myself, and have found it to be an awesome tool to connect with people in a deeper way that I was already reading and who were reading me. I am hoping to see several good collaborative projects come out of it soon. If you are serious about social media and web 2.0 you NEED to be on Twitter.
Brad
bmtrnavsky on Twitter
When I decided to get serious about using twitter, I did some research. Here’s the result: http://www.thetwitterguide.com
When people ask me what I get out of twitter, it’s hard to know where to start. There are so many stories. That’s why I’m working on more a strategic approach that mixes fun, business, connecting and maybe a few x factors.
Barbara
@wiredprworks on twitter.com