I realize I am behind in embracing Twitter.
In fact, someone even welcomed me to the 21st
century and mentioned I might want to check out other cutting edge ideas like
CDs and fleece jackets.
Yes, late to party as usual, but lean close, here’s a
secret, I like it.
The girl who hates most forms of social media likes Twitter.
Top 7 reasons I’m crushing on Twitter, hard.
1. My time is limited. I don’t have time to wade through hefty blog
posts to get updates on my faves, but with 140 characters, baby, I can stay in the loop. Would it be wrong to
insist on Twitter relationships with people in my life who talk too much?
2. Because Rachel said this: "You have all these great connections for charity
work and just seeing a tweet about bras reminds me I DO have some I thought
about donating. Put out those opportunities, and let God put eyeballs in front
of them".
3. I’m nosy. Not nosy as in I want to look up that mean girl
from high school, but nosy as in I want more from favorite authors. Join
Twitter, and get updates.
4. It is not hard to learn, at all, especially with great reads
from Michael Hyatt and advice from smart friends.
5. You will look skinnier in a bathing suit. Tough to believe,
but totally true. This involves a long story, but I now own a Michael Kors
Bandeau Tankini to prove it.
6. Resources. Seriously, I’ve been on Twitter for five days, and
you should see the resource list of cool organizations I am building.
7. I hate directing you elsewhere. I write for other places, but I don't always like linking articles or guest posts from my blog. Random, but it sort-of feels like, "Oh, hey, glad you stopped by, but would you please leave, and visit me here or here?". With Twitter, I can just toss out a tweet and not have to write a post.
Anyway, that’s
it, my pitch on why you should embrace that little bird.
14 comments:
Wow ... I have been holding out. Do I need to rethink this?
Fondly,
Glenda
Glenda,
Do it! You already said your hubby and daughters were on. You are funny, and I think you'd like it.
Plus, if you hate it, you can close it down with little effort.
Awww, you are so sweet for mentioning me. Love seeing you on Twitter these days. Glad you are enjoying it!!!
Twitter is a great thing....I'm very happy you have finally embraced it!
i've been on it a lot lately, and while i'm finding i like it. . .like, a lot. . . like everything else i'm needing to find the balance. don't want the kids remembering their mama as "the woman whose eyes were always glued to the computer screen" even while talking to them. and it sort of gives me a headache trying to keep up with everyone! but for all the reasons you mentioned, there are many, many positives. i guess not having a "smart" phone will keep me from abusing it too much at this point.
steph
ooh, I just joined like 3 days ago, and kinda feel like I'm swimming in the deep end. I've got no clue what's going on yet :)
oh yeah. twitter. you made me add a follow button! and follow a bunch more people. now. to tweet....
Amy, you have made me want to rethink my Twitter account. I gave up as I just seemed so out of the loop. I'm going to jump in with guns blazing. Maybe I'll look better in a swimsuit. ;)
Yipee! More friends on Twitter.
Steph, no iphone or smart phone here, and you know, that's probably a good thing.
Look at you, social media ninja! Using your mad technology skills for the kingdom--you go girl!
Ok, I'll reconsider getting back into tweeting. I have an account but don't really get it. I did it cuz all the cool kids were doing it but then I got there and didn't really know what to do. This was a good post.
Amy, this post made me smile...I can totally relate! I used to think Twitter was ridiculous, now I love it exactly for your #1 & #3 reasons. With Twitter everyone gets to the point. And if I want more I can click on the link, but I don't have to wade through the rest if I don't want to.
Blessings,
Laura
I drew the line at Twitter. It's kept me from many opportunities but I still can't bring myself to do it until I get a smart phone.
Thanks for commenting on my blog last Friday. We have Michele from The Great Read in common so you must be awesome!!!
I'm {hearting} your blog and am a new follower. You can love me back, if you'd like:-) LOVD tidings, Lilly
So, a couple years ago I bought my very first thing on Ebay. I was so excited, I posted about my glee on "winning" my first Ebay purchase on facebook. Someone responded, "Welcome to 1995." Ha!
I have an account, but don't twitter all that much, I'm completely rethinking my position though---you've kinda sold me on the whole "...looking skinnier in a bathing suit" thing. :)
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