Twitter: How To Get the Convesation Rolling

It can be a little intimidating jumping into Twitter. If you are new to Twitter, it may seem awkward at first to attempt your way into conversations that are already happening or to try to connect with people as a newcomer. Here are some tactics you can try out to make the process a little easier.

When sharing an article by tweet, take a few extra minutes to find out the author and see if the author has a twitter account. If so, mention the author in the tweet. Instead of tweeting, “Great article: http://link.com” for example, you could tweet, “Great article by @author at http://link.com.” You could even send a personal tweet to the author letting him or her know you appreciated the writing.

Try to start conversations across platforms. If someone comments on your facebook page, respond on facebook and twitter, as well. After you respond via the original platform, tweet a message to the commenter like, “Hey, thanks for sharing your insight on our facebook page! Let me know if you have more questions.” This opens the line of communication.

Did you think something positive about a tweet? Say it. Tell a fellow twitter user you liked what they said, linked to, etc., via a tweet, of course. Who cares if you don’t know them. Wouldn’t you appreciate a stranger telling you he thought your joke was funny or that you had great advice? This is an easy way to start a conversation.

Retweet, but add your own personal thoughts. Retweeting is a compliment in and of itself. But you can add to the meaning of the compliment even more by mentioning why you are taking the time to retweet. If there’s room, tack on a “great advice!” or “great writing!” at the end.

Introduce yourself to people in a direct message or tweet rather than just following them. If you think someone is worth following, take a minute to tell them so directly. After you follow the person, direct a tweet his or her way that briefly says hello and introduces yourself. I bet you’ll get a response.

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