Twitter is one of those social networks where people either love it, hate it, or just don’t understand it. This is not the first time admitting this, but I didn’t “get” Twitter when I started my first online business back in 2008. It just didn’t make sense to me.
It wasn’t until I transitioned to online marketing consulting that I figured I better at least learn what all the fuss is about. I have to admit, once I got over my fear (and confusion) on how (and WHY) to use Twitter, I was hooked!
… and you better be careful because you really can get hooked on it.
One of my first Twitter events was my “Tweet-it-Forward” challenge, where participants were to visit each other’s blogs and tweet it forward. It was a blast. And best of all I met so many new and amazing people; most whom I’m still virtual friends with today.
This got me thinking. What can I do this time around that would give people the chance to dive into Twitter head on, learn the ropes quickly, meet lots of cool people, AND have fun at the same time?
My only thought – Tweet n’ Mingle.
Objective: Get to mingle with other Twitter users, meet and follow new, like-minded people, and in the process gain more followers. This will allow you to not only build your network on Twitter, but hopefully make some long-term friends that will support you in your business and vice-versa. Cool?
Here’s how to participate:
- Follow me on Twitter if you haven’t yet – @Michele_Welch. This will allow you to follow my tweets up to and on the day of the Tweet n’ Mingle Event so you can stay in the loop.
- Be sure to use hashtag #tweetnmingle (don’t forget the n) on the day of the Twitter event. This is going to allow you to follow along with the conversation and mingle with other participants.
- Sign up for my newsletter by entering your name and email address below. Not mandatory but I will be sending out reminders leading up to the event as well as quick tips videos on how to best maximize your time and efforts on Twitter and on that day.
- Share this post with as many friends as possible! The more people involved, the more people you can mingle with, the more chances you have of growing your Twitter network.
Rules:
- If someone follows you, be sure to follow back – unless they’re spammy of course
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- No pitching. This is about networking, making new friends, and supporting other twitter followers. Leave the pitching for promotional emails and marketing updates.
- Have fun!
Event details:
DUE TO A CONFLICT IN SCHEDULE THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED – WILL BE RESCHEDULED IN JUNE. PLEASE SIGN UP BELOW TO GET NOTIFICATIONS.
- Date: Tuesday, May 7th, 2013
- Time: 11am – 12pm EST
- Location: Twitter of course!
- Hashtag: #tweetnmingle
I hope to see you there!