to tweet or not to tweet
DESCRIPTION
2014 International Pool and Spa Tradeshow kickoff presentation by ITS Marketing Manager Mike McBride on incorporating Twitter as a tool to market your organization.TRANSCRIPT
Twitter Defined“Twitter is a powerful tool for businesses on the Internet. In 140 characters, It drives sales extending your company reach, creating chatter about your brand, and listens to what customers and your industry are saying.”
Why Tweet?
Meet new people / customers
Network
Learn
Get instant access to experts
Grow your business
Why Tweet for Business?!
42% of Twitter users learn about products and
services on Twitter
67% more likely to buy from the brands they follow
90% of Twitter users say they follow a business to get
discounts and special offers
Fastest growing users of social media are 55 and over
Twitter TermsTimeline & Profile
Tweet: 140 Character Update
Notification: Connect, Replies
RT: Retweet - Sharing Another Tweet
DM: Direct Message - must follow each other
#Hashtag: Makes a word easily searchable builds hype
(#PoolSpaPatio)
Twitter Lists (Pool & Spa Builders/Tradeshows)
Twitter Search
Twitter for Business
Keep your Twitter presence with the same look
and feel as your other online tools
Choose an account name and images consistent
with your other online presences and your brand
Helps customers identify your business and
builds trust
Best Practices
Complete Your Twitter Company Profile
Follow Leaders And Bloggers In The Pool/Spa
Industry
Make Your Company Twitter Handle Easy To Find
Provide Value To Your Followers / Customers