I often hear people say that they do not like to use Twitter
because it seems like a chaotic cacophony of too many people saying too many
things. Moreover it is difficult to get people to follow one or have a
meaningful relationship with anyone on Twitter.
1. Log in at least 3 times a day
Scan through the updates, read the relevant stuff, retweet,
tweet, favourite. Let the world know you exist. Make it a habit to post
something new everyday. It’s a great way to get followed and be
known to people for your interests and expertise.
2. Reach out to your followers everyday
Make a list of your followers you want to have a meaningful dialogue with.
Everyday, initiate discussions with a couple of them, regarding
anything of mutual interest. I reach out to photographers and seek their advice on
techniques of better photography, complement creative people on their work and
sometimes, randomly reach out to bloggers and have a discussion around their
latest blogpost. There is no formula. It is just an amazing new way of
connecting with people. Once you have established a personal connect, your followers will not unfollow you.
3. Reach out to three new people everyday
Social media, especially Twitter, is an amazing platform to
get to know people you want to know. I am sure there are a 100 people you want
to get to know. Reach out to them. Invite them to participate in a discussion. Reaching
out to people who do not follow you is a great way to introduce yourself and expanding your network.
Yup, it does seem like a bit of a hard work but you will be surprised how effective good twitter habits can prove to be specially if you are just starting out in life or starting a business of your own.
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