subject: 5 Reason Why You Should Market Your Business On Twitter. [print this page] If you are just starting out marketing your business on the Internet, chances are you have run across a lot of information on using article directories, search engine optimization and banner exchanges to market your business website. Of course these are all effective approaches, but why not consider some unconventioal marketing tools. Take for instance Twitter.
I know you've heard about Twitter right? Ok so if you haven't, where on earth have you been. In any case, for those few who are new to this life, let me give you a brief orientation about twitter.
Twitter is an online social networking community that is user based. Members create a free account, develop a list of contacts, and then send and receive messages. Responses are sent with the use of replies. These messages are 140 characters or less in length. They are sent through various avenues, including web applications, Facebook, RSS and the Twitter website.
For the most part, Twitter looks like nothing more than a common social networking website. Yes, it is, but there is more to this popular service. Remember, it can be an effective internet marketing tool. You can advertise your website, blog, products, or services in messages known as Tweets. You can create interest and clicks with catchy Tweets and links.
Here are 5 good reasons to implement Twitter as an Internet marketing tool?
1 - It is Easy to Use
Joining and using online programs and communities should be easy, but it isn't always. You will not have this problem on Twitter. You register for a free account from Twitter.com. Next, you provide your email address and create a username and password, then you can just start tweeting about you and your business. It is really as simple as that. In fact, you do not have to wait for a confirmation email to get started! Of course you may want to get a few more details on the best way to use twitter.
2 - It is Among the Most Popular Social Medias
With some Internet marketing methods, you are lucky if you reach a thousand Internet users. You will not have this problem on Twitter. Why? Because there are over 2 million members! Yes, you will not communicate with all of these members, but this is a huge audience for you to gain.
In addition to finding contacts, members will find you. If you set your messages to public, as opposed to private, they will not only be sent to your followers, but appear on Search.Twitter.com. This means that other members can read your posts and opt to follow you.
3 - You Can Easily Find Your Target Market
If you are new to Internet marketing, You should know that Marketing online is a great way to increase your exposure and your earnings potential. You will find the best success with finding your target market on Twitter. These are individuals who will buy your products, buy your services, or visit your website or blog.
An easy way to get started is to post link exchanges online. You can visit message boards and ask for Twitter contact information. Also, visit Search.Twitter.com. Here, search for tweets that are related to your product, service or to your website. Send a reply. If you can, just incorporate a link.
4 - It is A Great Place to Market Yourself and Your Business
As previously stated, incorporate a link into your Tweets. Do this when applicable. Instead of sending advertisements, take the clever approach. Answer the Tweet question by saying you are updating your website and provide a link to your website.
5 - Twitter is Free to Join and Use
Since Twitter is free to join and use, you have nothing to lose. There are no investments required and no risks are assumed.
To be honest I could come up with many more reasons to use twitter as one of your marketing tools, but you get the point. When it comes to marketing online, any tool that gets your business if front of your tarket market should be totally utilized.
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by: Larry D Johnson
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