twitter for business

The best way for you to learn more about Twitter is through some of the best resources I have found. Below is a summary of some great articles by the Internets most respected authors. Take the time to read the “Cliff Notes” here, but dig into each authors website to really learn how you can harness the power of Twitter.

A Beginners Guide to Using Twitter

The man who actually wrote the book on marketing, John Jantsch, does it again with this brief PDF called A Beginner’s Guide to Using Twitter for Business. In this guide John walks you through what Twitter is, tools you should become familiar with, who to follow, and what to say. This is a must read for anyone looking at using Twitter for Business. Unlike other consultants who can baffle you with BS, I find John’s simple, practical advice refreshing.

10 Easy Steps for Twitter Beginners

This is the blog post I wish I would have written. 10 Easy Steps for Twitter Beginners is a step by step process to get the most our of Twitter. [Read more...]

Twitter is one of the most mis-understood social media tools. Twitter lets you post brief items about your opinions or your life, shared with the world -140 characters at a time. The beauty of Twitter is that it is a blend of SMS text messaging and the Internet. It is also a great balance between Facebook and LinkedIn.

How do businesses use Twitter?

Would you like a way to connect and network with others in your industry or others who share your views?
Would you like a way to get instant access to what’s being said, this minute, about your organization, people, products, or brand?
Would you like a steady stream of ideas, content, links, resources, and tips focused on your area of expertise or interest?
Would you like to monitor what’s being said about your customers to help them protect their brands?
Would you like to extend the reach of your thought leadership-blog posts and other content?

Twitter is great for all of these reasons.