Twitter, founded in 2006, is a social media platform owned by Twitter, Inc., allowing users to send and read short messages called tweets. With over 200 million registered users and 155 million tweets daily, Twitter is a valuable tool for networking, industry updates, and job searching. Users are encouraged to complete their profiles, engage with others, and effectively utilize hashtags to enhance their visibility and expertise in their fields.

1. Twitter SimplifiedBy: Millie Duran-Gonzalez

2. Who is Twitter?Is owned by Twitter, Inc. was incorporated in California. Founded in 2006Enables users to send and read short messages called tweetsThese tweets are displayed on your profile page and on the home page of everyone that follows you.Twitter Stats460,000 new sign-ups daily 155,000,000 Tweets per day 200,000,000+ registered users

3. Why use Twitter?Learn about what is going on in your industry – Gives you access to the world.Get answers to your questionsConferences are using Twitter - Questions and remarks are being sent to the speaker and their staff.Now that LinkedIn went Public – Twitter will grow as more businesses are getting involved in social mediaExposureNetworkingChat roomsSpecial discounts and promotions Find some of the hidden jobs!

4. Things to do on Twitter?“Become an expert” - As an expert you become more visible to potential clients and employersShare useful content and quotes from your industryAsk relevant questions and engage othersShare information and resources in your nicheJoin chats in your industryWe will add to this list later…

5. Don’t…When you send a message do not refer to it as twittering. You are tweeting.You can stalk people BUT don’t spamDon’t abbreviate - too muchRemember everything you share is part of a public stream. Anybody can read it!Examples: “I am at the Braves game with my friends!” (You called in sick to work!) “I hate my boss” “I am going to be late to __ again”

6. Setting-up a Twitter accountTwitter.comSign in Create my accountYour username can be your name or as a job seeker you can use something that tells others what you do. HRNancyPRChris

7. Setting-up a Twitter account

8. Your First TweetOpen your email and click on the link Twitter sent you. We will continue working from this new window.

9. Write your first tweet.

10. In the box under“What’s happening” type in a short message. #MdgsGlobalCafeType #MdgsGlobalCafein the search field on the top tool bar. See your message? Congrats! Setting-up a Twitter accountSet-up your account and profile Go to the bar on the top of your twitter page Click on arrow by your handler name click on settings.

11. Twitter AccountThis page will open up.

12. Next slides will provide a brief explanation of each tab.Twitter Mobile – Put your cell phone number in the space. Then download the Twitter application on your phone.Notifications – Choose when and how often you would like Twitter to send you emails. Not necessary.Examples: When someone is following you, messages, replies, mentions etc. Design – Customize the way your Twitter looks. There are many different themes and colors, but don’t worry too much because we use so many applications that we do not see your site design.Applications - You can see and revoke access to sites you have allowed access.

13. Twitter ProfileClick on Profile tab - EditUpload picture to differentiate yourself.Use your LinkedIn picture Be consistent so you are recognized.Name – Limit 20 characters Web – Put your personal website or LinkedIn website address

14. Twitter Profile Cont.Bio – 160 characters including spaces. Write a bio that explains what you have to offer. Keywords are important, look at what you have on your resume and LinkedIn account. Again remember to be consistent on all your social media presence. Examples: @Lollydaskal - Speaker|Author|Motivator| Passionate about Inspiring & Empowering others to become their best Successful Self by Leading From Within @imjustcreative -Logo & identity designer for hire. Creating clean and unique logos, identities and rebrands. Iconic, typographic and minimalist tendencies. 25 years experience.

15. HomeOn top of page go to Twitter tool barClick on Home Timeline - stream of Tweets in real time order@mentions - contains @username anywhere in the body of the Tweet. Use it when you want a particular person to read the message.

16. Profile Top of page, go to Twitter tool barClick on Profile - tabsTweets – shows you all your tweetsFavorites - You can choose your favorite tweetsFollowing - Will show you everyone you are following.Lists – You can create and manage lists of subjects to follow. Become an expert in your field. Messages – check daily and respond

17. Who to Follow Click on Who to FollowComplete your profile before you start sending out invitations.Twitter will make suggestions usually based on who you follow and more.Browse interestsFind Friends and associatesFollow industry leadersFollow your target companyPeople working inside your target companyFollow people in your network. My handle is @mdgsGlobalCafe

18. How do you find people to follow?When you find someone to follow, pick others from their list to follow.Useful sitesTwellow.com - directoryFollowerwonk.com – search biosListorious.com – keyword searches on your interests, then follow individuals on the list.Twibes.com – List of groups to follow

19. HashtagsHashtag - Use “#” is used to mark keywords or topic in a Tweet. Also use it to search for similarly-themed tweets. Examples: #Braves #Brands #HRwww.Hashtags.org Example:

20. Search Key Words for people in transitions #Jobhuntchat – resume and cover letters - #jobseekers, #jobs, #hiring - #ITJobs, HRJobs, - #Atlanta, #NYC, #Miami Give advice or get answers on #jobadvice

21. Use “#Q” to ask questions on anything

22. Search - type a few words without the hashtag. Send me your resume My company needs Does anybody know