Twitter For Small Business

For newcomers, the wikipedia definition of Twitter is the free social networking and micro-blogging service, that allows its users to send and read other users’ updates (otherwise known as tweets), which are text-based posts of up to 140 characters in length.

Syracuse.com setup a Twitter-feed in order for Syracusans to keep their fellow cold-weather mates up-to-date on the holiday shopping happenings around town last week.   Tweeters merely type “#cny” or “#syracuse” in the micro-blog for it to post to this feed.

Not only has this been fun for social media users to connect with others locally, and an ingenious idea for a fledgling newspaper industry, it also reinforced how others in the local area believe in the power of web interactivity.

More and more small business owners will see the limitless possibilities with social media marketing.  As I’ve said many times before – interacting with your customer builds brand loyalty.  Beyond that, it’s an easy and fun way to generate new leads and keep previous customers up-to-date.  Best of all, it’s FREE!  And isn’t that what it’s all about when your business is small and up & coming?

If you’re interested in Twitter for small business, here is an introduction from Small Biz Trends (with Twitter tutorial video).

Now that you’re a pro, come and follow what I’m doing right now.

Until next time!

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Tags: CNY, social media, Syracuse, Twitter   Posted in Cool Tools, Social Networking