I’m twittering now… are you?
Love it or hate it, Twitter is a social phenomenon that deserves recognition. It may not be for you, and if you’ve tried it to find out, great. Enjoy the silence.
If you haven’t tried it, though, I’d recommend giving it a shot. It could just be the best thing you’ve ever found. Once you’ve had it demystified and myth-debunked, that is.
Update: I’m still Twittering, although less than I used to. Why? I think I’m still figuring out how to use it… although Havi’s post (look at that last link) has helped tremendously with my attitude towards the whole thing.
The Twitter community has also grown substantially, and there are some fantastic tools and resources out there in case you’re wanting to dip your toes in the pool. I heartily recommend TweetDeck as the best Twittering tool out there, and Darren Rowse’s TwiTip is an excellent site for picking up great twitter tips, especially for beginners.
Hi Adam,
What’s the point of Twittering? I’ve got an account, but I don’t know why it’s worthwhile.
Good question, Trisha.
Some people rave, others gag… I used to think it was worthless drivel, until I went to SOBCon this year, and saw a bunch of people twittering, and asked them about it. What I heard convinced me to give it a shot.
Here are a couple of resources to check out, for a much more informed opinion than my own…
17 Ways You Can Use Twitter, ala DoshDosh
Business article, on ‘Why Twitter Matters’
Ah, I’ve got some ideas for it now. Here are more useful links…
How to Get More Twitter Followers: Some Methods That Work
5 Tips to Grow Your Twitter Presence
And a tool I use: TwitThis