Ten Top Twitter Tips for Writers, Part 1
Today’s tips are simple yet effective ways to get yourself started on Twitter:
1. Build networks and personal relationships
This is a no-brainer, considering it’s the main reason for the existence of social networking. The thrill of push-button publishing can sap your attention away from doing real work on Twitter and replace it with ridiculous accounts of your life that interest no one but yourself. Instead, seek out fellow authors, readers and even editors to connect with and follow. Make your networking time about establishing your online persona if you want to stand out from the crowd. A bonus to adding followers to your Twitter list is that many of them network cross-platform, meaning they may also follow you through Facebook, MySpace, your blog or other virtual connections (these folks are fondly referred to as Tweeps).
2. Get involved in conversations
There’s value in living as a lurker as long as at some point, you get yourself off the couch and into the game. While some people tweet for the thrill of instant gratification, others post to get a reaction, a thought or involvement. Give ‘em what they want by talking back. Skip the long response—short and personal is what they’re seeking. The more value you find with others’ tweets (and tell them), the more they’ll be likely to interact with yours.
Want more? Check out the other articles in the series:
1. Build Networks and Personal Relationships
2. Get Involved in Conversations
How do you use Twitter as an author? Share your insight…leave a comment.
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It's pretty simple, really. I'm a writer who loves writing about writing, and sharing all the tricks of the trade with other writers. And when I'm not writing, I'm thinking about writing. I have a hunch you know what I mean :)