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Why I Don`t Twitter

DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
edited January 2009 in Marketing
One of the hottest new trends these days is something called Twitter.
 
What is Twitter?
 
Twitter is a free social networking and micro-blogging service that allows users to send updates to the Twitter website.
 
Hey...that sounds pretty neat!
 
So why don`t I Twitter?
 
Because I don`t see the point.
Readers who are interested in getting marketing updates from me simply subscribe to my blog.
Everytime I update my blog, my readers are alerted automatically - instantly! In addition, even though I personally don`t Twitter, I recognize and respect the fact that some of my readers do. So, I give them the option of receiving their blog updates via Twitter when they subscribe.
 
Anyway, that`s why I don`t Twitter.
 
Look, I`m not knocking Twitter.
But as far as me using it, I just don`t see the point.
 
David Jackson
DavidJackson2/2/2009 1:30 PM
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    You see, it`s not about advertising your own blog on Twitter. Rather, it is about establishing a network of people who can point others to your blog on your behalf. Think of it like a huge marketing task force, all working for you.
    And, it`s all FREE!
     
    I understand what you`re saying, and I still disagree.
     
    My readers are my network of people who can point others to my blog on my behalf. And I generate new readers in ways that are far more palatable to me than Twitter.
     
    Look, if you`re happy with Twitter, more power to you.
     
    But it`s not for me.
     
    David Jackson
    DavidJackson1/2/2009 9:29 AM
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    stonesledgestonesledge subscriber Posts: 608 Silver Level Member
    What I like about Twitter is not the follwing but the information I receive from listening to others. That is what I get out of it! I heard something neat yesterday that sparked a blog idea for today. I also bought 2 new books I have enjoyed by another`s suggestion. I of course make my own comments etc and hope that other`s enjoy that.
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    Inspiration is really my main reason for being on Twitter. Also interaction with others of my own ilk.  I learn something new every day! Keeps me on top of my game, I interact with brilliant minds and have even made friends in other states that I am going to visit soon. Now that`s cool!
     
    Absolutely! I enjoy all of those things as well.
     
    Especially interacting with brilliant people.
     
    The only difference is I get what I need from places other than Twitter.
     
    David Jackson
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    dduttonddutton subscriber Posts: 1
    This is so interesting - I am on Facebook, Xing,LinkedIn, Plaxo and who knows where else - I can`t keep up but I am now inspired to figure out Twitter - I`ll let you know how I do!
     
    Most importantly, I I think Start Up Nation is all about this, all the blogging, and networking - somewhere along the line it should turn into revenue, speaking revenue, writing revenue, product sale revenue, consulting revenue - or am I missing the point?
     
    Appreciate all the advice possible -
     
    Diane

    www.execsolutions.com


    www.businesswomenspeak.com

     
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    I I think Start Up Nation is all about this, all the blogging, and networking - somewhere along the line it should turn into revenue, speaking revenue, writing revenue, product sale revenue, consulting revenue - or am I missing the point?
       Absolutely! But it doesn`t always happen overnight. It takes time. Just keep participating and sharing your knowledge, and good things will happen for you. David Jackson
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    Here`s a little marketing tip for you: If you`re not using Google Alerts yet, do it now. Set up searches for your name, your business name, your competitor`s name, and your product/service. This will keep you on top of your game and one step ahead of your competition!
     
     
    Now that`s something we can agree on.
     
    David Jackson
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    For the record, when my readers subscribe to receive my blog updates, I do give them the option of receiving their updates via Twitter. But so far, hardly anyone has selected that option.
     
    David Jackson
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    cubemonkeycubemonkey subscriber Posts: 11
    I keep the twitter account non business, frankly I don`t think anyone cares about what changes I`ve done with my site. I choose to inform my followers that I watched all 6 Rockys in 24 hours. Keep it human. There`s a reason its called a "social" network.
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
     I watched all 6 Rockys in 24 hours.
     
     
    Dude, I wouldn`t admit that. The first three Rocky`s were okay, but the last three were pretty bad in my opinion.
     
    David Jackson
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    stonesledgestonesledge subscriber Posts: 608 Silver Level Member
    Very Funny!!
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    stonesledgestonesledge subscriber Posts: 608 Silver Level Member
    I am addicted... SOMEONE STOP....ME!!!
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    Twitter is not for everyone. 
     
     
    My point exactly.
     
    David Jackson
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    SlowCookerMateSlowCookerMate subscriber Posts: 1
    Think about the old adage "It is not what you know but who you know". 
     
    I am just starting to get involved in Twitter so I was just watching a party last night #journchat.  This is a bunch of PR people and journalists chatting.  The wealth of PR information was incredible during the chat.  What else did I gain from the chat?  Insight into what journalists want when pitching a story to them.
     
    In addition, journalists are not normally in my circle of contacts.  Making a connection with a journalist could be huge for my business (and I think for most). 
    Isn`t networking a major part of marketing and if you are not networking, are you marketing your business effectively?  Twitter is just networking on a larger scale.
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    DavidJacksonDavidJackson subscriber Posts: 143 Silver Level Member
    Isn`t networking a major part of marketing and if you are not networking, are you marketing your business effectively?  Twitter is just networking on a larger scale.
     
    I was networking effectively long before Twitter came along, and I`ll still be networking effectively when the next "flavor of the month" comes along.
     
    There are a million ways to network if you`re creative, and I consider myself to be very creative.
     
    We all do things that we`re comfortable with, and that work for us.
     
    David Jackson
    DavidJackson1/7/2009 6:51 PM
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    cubemonkeycubemonkey subscriber Posts: 11
    I think this person made their point...http://www.howtousetwitterformarketingandpr.com/
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