Tim Matcham Garden Design

I watched, waited and learnt a few lessons.

1. Some people are definitely worth following. The power of their network of followers can work for you. This is not by direct selling but through referrals to people who share a common interest or goal.

2. I have noticed quite a few people who seem to be willing to contribute little in the hope of hitting the big time. I find these characters stand out like a sore thumb and I easily avoid them.

3. Twitter has opened my horizons. The world is my oyster. I can create opportunities for my business. I can communicate effortlessly on a global platform. The possibilities are very exciting.

4. And it’s not just about Twitter. There are a number of add-on features known as API to give you additional functionality programs.

o Tweetdeck lets you manage your followers more effectively.

o Twitter PWR lets you to list unlimited URL links; all connected to you.

o Twitterfall lets you to link in to current hot topics.

o Twibs lets you list your business.

o Tweetlater lets you schedule Tweets for future publication. There are also some fun applications like Tweetstats and Twitpic for uploading pictures.

5. Twitter is starting to make business sense. In less than a month I now have 250+ global followers. I have seen a MASSIVE increase in traffic to my blog and website. I have been requested for appearances to act as an ambassador for garden designers, open school sensory gardens, and as a guest blogger on several influential blog sites.

When I set this against the current economic situation my world looks positively rosy! Have I ‘sold’ anything through Twitter? No. Do I intend ‘selling’ anything through Twitter? Absolutely not! But I can share free advice with an appreciative audience and offer help to those in need of assistance. Will the community benefit? Will I benefit?

I feel like I am already making a difference and I love it! Do I feel more positive and confident about the future? Yes!

Has Twitter played a part? I leave you to be the judge.

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