Do You Know What A Twitter Chat Can Do For You?
I’ve been on Twitter since 2009 and just recently started joining some Twitter Chats. They are fast paced and fun. They are like going to a local networking event but on your computer via a Twitter feed. But what can they do for you?
- You Can Learn From Others
- You Can Help/Teach Others
- You Can Make More Connections/Friends – Networking Online
- Gain More Followers In Your Niche
The first one I participated in with was Chasing Joy. Her chats are inspiring thoughts on life. You’ll notice each Twitter chat uses a specific hashtag and lasts about an hour.
@chasing_joy @gillian_stephen @evie730 Enjoyed the chat – had to go eat dinner – will chime in more on the next chit chat. Have a great day.
— Venez(@Vencada) June 4, 2012
The next one I joined and have participated regularly for a few weeks now is the #BlogChat on Sundays from 9-10 p.m. (yes, past my bedtime too) I really have learned a lot with this wonderful large group of bloggers.
Here are a few examples from this one:
@joanneguidoccio @mackcollier Set a list of regular topics you’ll post about every wk or 2 wks. Then gather ideas 24/7. #blogchat
— HeidiCohen (@heidicohen) June 11, 2012
@waynemcevilly @mackcollier I am so busy in mid-day, I e-mail ideas to myself. #blogchat
— judi knight (@judiknight) June 11, 2012
@patricksplace How long does the average post take you to write, from idea to publishing? #blogchat<<< About a month, lately;-)
— Steve Case (@JoeBugBuster) June 11, 2012
@mackcollier @lisapatb @amfunderburk1 thanks for the help tonight guys
pleasure chatting with you #blogchat #Fun
— Ashlee(@ashleebenest) June 11, 2012
And then there was the first BlogEngage Chat too on a Friday.
#BlogEngage Twitter Chat Kick-Off Summary bit.ly/NXc0eG via @blogengage
— Brian D. Hawkins (@HotBlogTips) June 8, 2012
RT @socialwebcafe #BlogEngage Twitter Chat TODAY 4p EDT “How to Find Your Way As A Blogger” sw.bcafe.co/JQgMXU
— Amit Shaw (@itechcode) June 7, 2012
How can you find out about Twitter chats in your niche?
Twebevent is one that gives you a schedule of all kinds of Twitter chats. (I noticed as of Feb 2013 there site is not working or found) Maybe they are upgrading?
You can preview some of the chats on this site too. You may also add your own in.
Another platform is TwitterChat. You can log in via your Twitter account.
Enter a hashtag for you niche where indicated above and then hit go and you will find a list of some chats there that you can join in on. The first chat you might want to just say hello and watch or respond if there are topics you are confident on or even ask a question. The more you do it the more you will feel comfortable participating in these chats.
If you are interested in doing one yourself you can check out which hashtag may make sense for your chat by searching through Twitter and via UrbanDictionary for ideas. The hashtag should be short and easy to remember too. The next part is a little more difficult, deciding which day and time would work best. Be sure there are no others in your niche during that time period and try to get a different day as well since not everyone can chat for hours on Twitter.
You may need moderators if you have a larger group to help out during the chat. They can help promote the chat prior to and keep the discussion focused. You could send them a simple outline of just 2-3 topics since chats tend to last for just an hour.
Most of all have fun with it so you’ll want to do it again and your fellow peeps will be asking for your next chat.
Have you participated in or hosted a Twitter chat yet?
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Brilliant Lisa
Informative and new products for me. I’ve never hosted one. I’ve participated two chats so far invited by Adrienne and You. I was so confused when I get in first (in both chats), you know, it’s faster. Typing, typing and typing. I couldn’t follow. I was using Twitter search to get chat notifications but it’s never work out as it’s not updating in realtime.
However when I ask you, you suggest me TwitterChat. It’s really cool and easy to use. With this post, it would be easy for whoever wanna engage with a Twitter chat even first time. I’m glad if I could read before I get into Twitter chats earlier. All prerequisites for a Twitter chat would be complete after being through this one.
Cheers…
Thanks Mayura – yes if one cannot type fast it may not be easy to keep up. Great point about reading up before getting on the chat too. Always be prepared
You would like them Brenda, they are very fast paced. And you could still multi-task if you wish
Thanks for sharing the wonderful Twitter chat platforms, Twitter is the biggest source of traffic on my blog so I would to love to use Twitter more closely.
TwitterChat seems awesome.
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Yes Ehsan, do check them out. It can increase your network on Twitter and are a great way to learn new things too.
I wish I could keep up in #blogchat. To me it is too overwhelming. My friend Tui just wrote a great blog post about how to use Tweet grid for chats and that might help me manage. Maybe if I try again this Sunday you can be my chat buddy. It might be nice to have a helping hand!
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Hi Susan, yes, I would like that – just let me know if you are.
Lisa,
I have never done a Twitter chat but it does sound pretty interesting. I think I will see about doing this sometime.
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Adam, yes do check it out. They have so many different ones on various topics.
Doing a twitter chat is an excellent idea. I’ve participated in a few twitter chats and they work really well. You got to know new people, gain awesome knowledge and exposure.
Can’t wait to take part in the upcoming twitter chats, especially the #likeable chat.
Good stuff, Lisa.
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Thanks Devesh. Yes, you to get to know new people and gain knowledge. Always something new to learn. What is the #likeable chat about?
I’m on the fence when it comes to the Twitter Chats. That is because some of them can be very good while most are just chit chat. One thing is for sure, it is a great way to start making more connections if you are within your circle of influence or the audience that will best fit your market niche. Otherwise, you could get a lot of Twitter followers that you really didn’t intend to attract.
I have to say Lisa, you really put together an amazing resource on how to Twitter Chat and all about the hashtags. This is a good source that I will be happy to share with my community.
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Thanks Lynn, yes like anything some are better than others. You have to pick and choose and prioritize. I hope to check out a few new ones in the coming week and maybe moderate or start one too. Stay tuned!
Hey Lisa,
Janet Callaway introduced Twitter chats to me last year but I didn’t actually participate in one until just last month. It was my first one and it was really pretty cool. It was an invitation from a friend who recommended me for the chat so it was a pretty cool experience. It was on technology but I learned a LOT.
I keep telling myself I’m going to do this again. If I knew there was a topic that I really wanted to know more about I’d put aside the time to participate.
So glad you’ve enjoyed being involved in these and learning some stuff is what’s really fun. Oh, and meeting some new people. I love that!
Thanks for that reminder Lisa.
Enjoy your day!
~Adrienne
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Thanks so much for mentioning the #ChasingJoy twitter chat. I’m honored that mine was your first
You are welcome, it was the first one that I participated in. I will try to remember Sunday at 4 to come back to it.
Hi Lisa, thanks for a great post it’s like you were reading my mind. I’m still quite new to Twitter but I’ve had the oppotunity to enjoy a few Twitter chats, Chasing Joy’s being one of them and they are great. I even had the opportunity to be a co-moderator recently for #PlateChat by aroundtheplate, what an experience, so I take my hat off to all those who conduct chat’s and make it look seamless
I have been wondering where to get info on upcoming chats as I seem to just stumble on them, so I’m glad that you included this info. Well Lisa, I’m sure I’ll be meeting you in one of the mentioned Twitter chats and I’ll also pass on information to one’s I plan on attending. Keep up the great work!
What is Plate Chat about Gillian? Thanks and I hope to maybe see you on the #blogchat tonight at 9 pm EST. I hope to make it again. Stayed tune for more to come
I’m starting to feel like “conversations” or Twitter parties are the only way to use Twitter- otherwise it’s like screaming into a crowded room. Dropping by from Sits!
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