Wednesday, January 27, 2010

7 Ways Business Owners Can Use Twitter


As a business leader you may think of Twitter as a fad or even something inconsequential to your business. But did you know that it can be a useful and quick tool? Here's how to use Twitter in your business.

  1. Post you new job openings with a link back to the careers page of your site.
  2. Post new product announcements with a link back to the product page.
  3. Screen new hire candidates by checking out their "Tweets" to see if the personality behind them is one that you want at your company.
  4. Search your company name to see what, if anything, is begin said about you.
  5. Tweet about any new article written by your company or about your company with a link to it.
  6. Connect with your customers on Twitter and find out what they want and need from your company, then keep them informed as to how you’re accomplishing it.
  7. Respond to industry leaders about their Tweets. By engaging them, you’re increasing your brand recognition and may also be opening a door to a new business opportunity.