How Do You Write Tweets?

On 04.29.10, In social media marketing, By jennifer


Do you have a plan for your Tweets? Are you a more spur of the moment Twitter user or do you prefer to have a scheduled outline? I like to make the best of both worlds. Your plan of action will be more effective if you have a list of helpful hints. Here are some of mine, feel free to add!

  • Watch your grammar – Just because you’re limited to 140 characters doesn’t mean that you should watch your grammar. Double check Tweets as often as you can. Check out Five Grammatical Errors That Make You Look Dumb by Copyblogger
  • Trending topics – Sometimes, useful events and stories make Twitter’s list of trending topics. Some prompts may even help you if you’re at a loss with what to update.
  • Retweet useful info – It could be a breaking story or a helpful article. Pass it a long and add a message of thanks to the person you’re retweeting.
  • Ask useful questions – Whether it’s for personal or market research, this is a great way to engage with your followers.
  • Mind your quotes - Many studies have shown that quotes or words of wisdom often receive the most retweets. Tired of the same old quotes, why not make one of your own?
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7 Productivity Tips for Procrastinators

On 03.18.10, In Uncategorized, By jennifer

  1. Multitask at your own risk! Most resources argue that multitasking is inefficient because it leaves you distracted. Sometimes your best work may come when you’re in the middle of something else. It’s not ideal but I certainly wouldn’t avoid multitasking all together.
  2. Schedule your social media time. It’s easy to get distracted on Facebook or Twitter. I find myself crawling for more tweets, especially if I’m looking at something in particular or a trending topic. Instead, you can schedule 5 or 10 minutes every other hour to check up on your social media profiles (if it’s necessary at all).
  3. Take notes – don’t let good ideas slip away. Maybe you utilize your Google Reader or have a specific email folder. Even an old-fashioned moleskin will do. At the end of the day, you can skim your notes and see how the good ones stick.
  4. Stop obsessing over things that don’t matter. This seems easier said than done but it is possible. Before you get too involved in a task, ask yourself if it’s really necessary at the moment. There are many time management tools that focus on the priority of each project.
  5. Limit your time on a specific task. If you’re stuck on something, move onto something to clear your mind. It’s easier to see what you’re doing wrong or what you need to do when you come back to it at a later time.
  6. Learn to say no. Whether it’s saying no to telemarketers, co-workers asking you favors, or clients who bug you, you need to learn to find the ‘no’ point that works for you.
  7. Take a break. Avoid spacing out on your computer and you’ll feel refreshed… which hopefully means that you’re ready to be more productive!
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