Saturday, December 26, 2009

Tweet Like the Elite Part - ReTweet

ReTweet
If you receive a Tweet that you want to share with your followers you can ReTweet it. ReTweeting can be compare to forwarding an email in that when you ReTweet message the username of the originator of the Tweet is included with the post.

ReTweets:
Lets you share some ones tweet with your followers
Acknowledges the person who sent the original tweet
Helps you and your followers discover new people to follow.

To ReTweet a message put RT username before the message you want to send.
For instance:

RT cesweather Training is still tonight on despite the rain

 If you are on your Twitter home page you can also us the ReTweet button that will appear to the right of any Tweet you have received when you roll over it.


Enhance your Profile

Pretty much every social network gives you the opportunity to create a profile where you can provide a little bit of information about yourself. Profiles are a vital part the social networking ecosphere, giving users an insight into who they may want to connect with. A completed profile also indicates that you are an active member of of the network and helps others to decide if there may be some value in making a connection with you. Like wise, when YOU receive an invite to make a connection with someone, you will want to check out their profile to insure you are conformable making the connection. 

Not unlike a resume, your profile allows you to make a first impression to other network members, giving them a bit of insight to who you are. Make sure you post a photo, and include a brief descriptions about yourself that reflects who you are and some clues into why you have joined the network.

Although you my be prompted to provide some personal information in your profile settings, use discretion in how personal you wish to get. For example it is probably not a good idea to include your address, however providing information, like your city and state can still be valuable. Bottom-line is never post anything that makes you feel uncomfortable.

Saturday, October 31, 2009

Welcome

Thanks for visiting