Using Facebook and Twitter for Increasing Online Sales
Community sells. Members discuss shared interests – hobbies, travel, politics, medical conditions, favorite foods, you name it. They create their own buzz and ‘user-generated’ content about their favorite products and services. They recommend things to one another – everything from the cars they drive and the restaurants they frequent to the places they travel for vacation. Think about it: Are you more likely to purchase something based on the recommendation of a salesperson or a family member or friend? You belong to communities already – your family and friends, your neighborhood, perhaps a school or church or a professional organization. All of these communities can help you research popular products and services and spread the...
Adam Ginsberg Twitter Tips
Twitter is everywhere – and it seems like everyone is using it. With all the hype and celebrity endorsements, lots of people are asking “What is Twitter”. I had 3 people email me today and say “Adam Ginsberg please Explain What Twitter is“. There are plenty of sites out there that will tell you how to use twitter but if you want to learn what twitter is in plain english, Adam Ginsberg has posted a video which you should watch right away. Here are some great Twitter Tips – what you should do and not do when using the fastest growing social networking website on the internet: DO self censor. Unless your status updates are protected, anyone can see what you are Tweeting. Bear in mind the story of the girl who managed to Tweet...
Adam Ginsberg – The Best use of Twitter for Marketing
When it comes to marketing online, Twitter quickly becoming an invaluable tool. It’s a great resource – in part due to one of it’s best features – the search field. Here are 6 ways to use the search tool to help increase your sales and market yourself (and your business) effectively on Twitter: 1. Search for your name. If someone is talking about you, you need to know it! People will often send a tweet such as, “Does anyone know James Smith?” or “Has anyone done business with Michael James?” If someone is talking about you, they might certainly be a great potential customer. If someone asks, “Do you know of a great content writer?” and someone mentions your name, then that is a great lead for a client! 2. Search...
Adam Ginsberg: Twitter Explained in Plain English
Twitter is contagious. Twitter has become a phenomenon. Twitter is used, not only by individuals but by CNN, Fox NEWS, and Barack Obama. Even still, Twitter is in its infancy. Recently I had a conversation with someone and did my best to explain what Twitter is. I thought I was clear in my explanation, but apparently I was unable to really explain it properly. Then, I found this amazing video called “Twitter in Plain English”. I was impressed by the simplicity and clarity of the video (and ended up purchasing a site license as a result.) Twitter in Plain English is a video that explains what Twitter is, how it works and what you can use it for. The video is 2 minutes, 10 seconds. Then, after you watch it, please be sure to post your...
Adam Ginsberg Twitter Strategies
I just found this great article called “15 Innovative Uses for Twitter (That You Probably Haven’t Thought Of) on SiteProNews.com, written by Kalena Jordon. Great info that I wanted to share with you. Here goes: “I recently saw this comment on a blog: “I’ve been tweeting but… from what I’ve seen in the last couple of weeks, it’s either a ‘look at me’ or a ‘look at this’ arena.” Sure Twitter is a great communication channel and as such, you do find a lot of self-promotion and name dropping. But there is so much more to Twitter. The comment got me thinking, would the critics feel the same if they could see more innovative ways to use it? 1) Community Help Desk –...
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