Everyone has heard about it and rolls their eyes when people reference it. As a one time eye-roller myself, I have seen the error of my ways.
Yes, the world is all a twitter over twitter. If you have no clue what I am talking about just google it so you are not the only one at the table in the dark. Thinking about tweeting but don’t know how to start? Check out this article from Mashable about 5 steps for beginners or get all the information from the New York Times.
Personal twitter accounts can be endlessly entertaining by posting relevant news article, events, personal reflections, random facts, etc. all the while keeping tabs on hundreds or thousands of people entertaining tweets. You can even follow your favorite celebrities inner most thoughts- go to www.wefollow.com to find a few.
Companies have caught on and harnessed its power- which, to me, is the most interesting part of this whole phenomenon. Here are some articles I suggest checking out:
4 Ways Companies Use Twitter for Business
ReadWriteWeb.com
Contests and Giveaways Move To New, Fast Terrian of Twitter
The Wall Street Journal
While you are at it, watch Kevin Spacey on Letterman talking about twitter, then follow him @KevinSpacey!
