What do you think of Twitter?
I thought I'd keep up with the social networking world, and recently joined Twitter. I'm slowly learning how to "Tweet," and all of the lingo that goes with it, such at RT's and Follow Fridays. I must say, it's a bit confusing at first, and there are so many tweets to read through. In fact, it's a bit annoying when there are so many tweets from one person that it takes over your Twitter page, and possibly, some posts you want to read, fall through the cracks. And then you can't "unfollow" a person without offending the person! What to do?I'm wondering if any of you are on Twitter? If so, what do you think about it? Have you gained any useful info, or is it just too much information?
The jury's still out, but I think I prefer blogging and Facebook to Twitter. There are so many social networking sites that it's a bit overwhelming.
Comments
I began on Twitter last Spring, couldn't get the hang of it and felt way too pressured to "tweet" even when I had nothing to tweet about. (I did a blog post or two on this late last Spring) and I finally gave it up.
But (she says, sheepishly) I am back on Twitter but with a much more casual outlook. I'm there to follow those I'm interested in (you, included) and check in a few times a day. I consider it one more way to keep my finger on the pulse of what's going on out there -- in addition to the blogs I follow & the folks I follow on Facebook.
I can tell you, for me anyway, this time around being a lot less worried about Tweeting and just being a follower for the most part, it's a much better Twitter experience.
I'm not promoting my Twitter page on my blog or Facebook or my webstore, so I don't feel pressured to have something to say all day long. There is NO way I could keep that up. So for me, Twitter is the one place I can go to just absorb if I want -- and tweet if I feel like it.
I already offered to be on Skype for "instant product help" or a quick chat, I've got 3 Facebook pages, a blog and my webstore... plenty, I'd say. :)
And, when time is short, I just reproduce the same thing on blogger, twitter and facebook -- all your bases are covered, and not everyone is on each network anyway.
I'll listen to your tweets as long as you're tweeting -- just remember, NO PRESSURE!! :)
XOXO
Ruth
The different social networks certainly work for different purposes. Twitter certainly increases brand exposure more quickly, but in a random way and with possibly irrelevant consumers following. But I think the breadth and reach of Twitter searches and instant status updates makes for a compelling use case. That and it's quick and fun to peer into what people are doing.
Karen
Love, Cyn
Of course, a few years ago, I would have never imagined blogging...
Whatever you do, I hope you find true happiness from it.
Mandy
I always un-follow someone if they over do it. once a day is enough to hear from anyone!
Ruth: I also agree, is it necessary if we also have a Facebook page? Also, I am taking the same attitude as you and not feeling pressure to Tweet unless I'm in the mood. I hear you...between Facebook, blogging, a website and Twitter, it's way too much!
Chicncheap: "Twitter certainly increases brand exposure more quickly, but in a random way and with possibly irrelevant consumers following."Great point. I also agree about the status updates being valuable.
Brayton: Karen, couldn't agree more about Facebook. For me it's been a lot of fun connecting with old friends and even family that I don't talk with often.
Cyn & Mandy: I am still trying to figure out if it's good for business. Blogger & Facebook are a lot as it is!
Ali: Okay, we need to follow you!
Erin: That's exactly what I mean...falling through the cracks!
Vicki: You Twit! lol
Paula & Hirondelle: Thanks for visiting my blog! The wading through Twitter is rough for sure, but as you said, you can find a lot of people to follow and support, as well as, new and interesting products.
Cashmere: Okay, we need to follow you!
Claudia: You go girl! I'm am off to un-follow those talkers! lol..
I have found Twitter useful for following bloggers in fashion, beauty and design. It keeps me updated on the latest and new ideas.