Twitter is a micro-blogging platform and social networking tool. The micro bit comes from the fact that you can only post updates, or “tweets” as they are affectionately called, that are 140 characters long. You can follow people which ads them to your network and shows you their updates, you can also send personal messages to people you follow.
One the great things about Twitter is that you can “tweet” from a mobile device, Instant Messenger and many other websites including Facebook.
It’s easy to laugh at Twitter and call it out as a faddy piece of nonsense. But it does have a use both for business and personal use.
Twitter does have some uses, honest! Here’s some of them:
- Fill Vacancies. Your network will be able to recommend prospective new freelancers or employees.
- Network, Network, Network. Twitter makes it easy to find and build relationships with people in your industry. Find contacts, build friendships, reap the benefits! Continue reading →
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