Simple Basic Twitter Marketing Strategies You Can Apply Immediately

Time:2010-02-05 19:21:00 Source:Ezinearticles Author:Bob Tay

Twitter has become part of our social routine to update, share information and use as a tool to announce an idea, opinion, thought, experience, share news and to open up, giving the receiver the chance to join into the 'conversation.' So, it is an effective way to get a stream of traffic to your primary online business, but you need to tweet the right marketing strategy.

Searching through the Twitter search allows you to find 'niche' prospects by keywords which are related and you can follow. Tweeting about specific topics and exchanging thoughts also closes the gap between you and your prospect. But pitching too early in any social media arena, even in Facebook can turn people off quickly, so you need to establish the right identity first.

Be transparent when you introduce yourself, share your personal thoughts, opinions, goals and life aspirations. When you open up to others and say who you really are, people begin to let their guard down and connect with you on a personal level. It is due to human nature that we truly connect with an inner person, not just their facade. It is about your personal branding and social personality that will link you to others.

Tweet funny moments during your day or perhaps share a joke with others, after all humor is a great way to break the ice. Tweet a contagious YouTube video and start a conversation perhaps. Twitter is also a place where people 'lounge and relax', not a place where everything is all about being professional. So, feel free to tweet what you think is crazy.

Posting powerful quotes is another great way to project the 'thinker' in you. It sets a positive image and portrays you as a 'leader' which will motivates others to follow you. Quotes could be written by famous figures or you can write your own quotes that you truly believe in.

Be charming when you deal with people. Treat them the same way you would want them to treat you. Being polite goes a long way towards establishing a good connection with people.

Also, do not be afraid to express your views and let others see the way you are, but do so diplomatically. After all, keeping an open mind by letting others know there is an alternative point of view, may in fact, win more people over to your way of thinking.

Finally, whatever you do, never be pushy to your prospect. The more you 'push', the more they will be pushed away. Be interested and curious in what others say. Engage them in a circle of conversation. Listening is also golden. By listening you will better understand and develop a greater insight into your prospect.

Using Twitter as a tool to draw in your prospect and market your primary online business should be fun and effective. What is more, it is free and easy to meet new people this way, not to mention ethical and practical.

Here is tweeting to your success!

"SPAM your followers and you will lose them!"

Bob Tay has been in the advertising industry for over 10 years and now gives a helping hand to those who wish to start up their online business. He is a virtual enterpriser who partners with Michael Force using a new business model.
http://www.michaelforce.net

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Bob_Tay

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