A sequel to the start up guide to digital dummies, it\u2019s only fair that we take the next step forward and dive digitally into Twittersphere! \u00a0Though Twitter may look daunting as you log in, with the number of followers some people have, this ever evolving platform is so user friendly that once you use a relevant hashtag, half your battle is won!\u00a0 You don\u2019t need a million followers to be heard, just get the #Right!<\/p>\n
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To quote an example, a couple of weeks ago, my brother and I headed down to a popular multiplex to catch the early show of a movie that garnered great reviews.\u00a0 An hour after the scheduled show timing, a young lady walked in, asking us to collect a refund or check if we could catch a later show!\u00a0 A half hearted apology or acknowledgment of the distress that this \u2018technical glitch\u2019 caused us, would have been nice!\u00a0 But well, annoyed by this attitude, I tweeted my disgust, after adjusting the privacy settings of my account of course, from Private to Public.\u00a0 Within an hour, I see the same being retweeted by a couple of non followers and within hours it was a point of discussion!\u00a0\u00a0 No rocket science there.. all it took was the use of an appropriate hashtag.<\/p>\n
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So what is it about this medium &Larry Bird that has everyone in a tizzy?\u00a0 In case you are wondering, yes.. the official name of the iconic little bird appearing in Twitter’s logo is named after the Boston Celtics legend!<\/p>\n
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Twitter is a Social Media platform where users can share their views, information, jokes and critiques within 140 characters. People can follow the brands they love, to know about product launches or innovations; celebs for a glimpse into their lifestyle and to know the brands, movies & events they promote; strategists & influencers to learn from the suggestions or advise they dish out! All you need to do is follow the user\u2019s correct handle.\u00a0 Favourite a tweet, retweet it or reply… This after all, is your personal connect with the world at large!\u00a0 Tweet a joke, an opinion, a review or a photograph and wait and watch as your voice is heard in the digital world… Do remember to check your privacy settings, in case you only want to vent to your friends.\u00a0 Don\u2019t forget, your audience can include the entire world or can be restricted to your near and dear ones! \u00a0Beware of\u00a0fake ids though…\u00a0 A lot of people create fake handles of popular icons and try to gain followers.<\/p>\n
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So, here are some tips to get started on Twitter:<\/p>\n
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Remember these are just tips to get started on Twitter.\u00a0 However, this is a highly evolved medium of marketing and promotion today and with apps like Meerkat, live steaming events on twitter is a reality!\u00a0 So log in or download the app and tweet away!\u00a0 Nothing like hands on experience; dive in and watch the world of possibilities open up tweople!<\/p>\n
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