Just a few days into my Social Networking Experiment and the first SN application – Twitter. Some initial findings:
– It does matter what Twitter “reader” you use – greatly. I had one that had small print, massed-together messages, and no appeal beyond turning it off. I now use Twhirl. Much more user-friendly. It’s helped me remain a Tweeple.
– You can promote your blog or your business, but not habitually. Word on the Internet is that it’s bad form to constantly toot your own horn.
– You’re able to link to authors, publishing houses, and other organizations. Useful if you want to stay on top of your particular industry niche.
– People will blather on about anything. Really. Do I care that you had grilled cheese for lunch? Color me uninterested.
– It’s tough finding something to say at first. My first Twitter was not quickly followed by my next and my next. I’m trying to leave a good impression, so I’m much more careful what I write about on Twitter than on, say, Facebook, where I’ve been known to let it all out.
– It’s all in who you follow. And to be followed, you must follow others. Choose wisely.
Any Twitter users who can offer more advice/observations?
All that update did was make me glad I don’t use it! 😉
Ditto what Devon said. LOL
At the moment, I’m in agreement. Time will tell. :))
So far this week I’ve linked to a number of publishing houses, editors, and fellow freelancers. It’s been interesting, but I’m still not sure if saying hi to someone is offensive or expected. Oh, why can’t the rules of etiquette be the same everywhere??
Hey Lori! Had to come by and find out the news behind why you’re following me on Twitter. Hehehe.
You might like Tweetdeck. You can organize who you follow into columns, so you can see more at once. I used to use Twhirl but the more people I followed the more time I was spending trying to keep up. Just a thought. 🙂
Looking forward to reading about your ongoing experiment.