As simple as microblogging seems there is a bit of a science to it.

Microblogging should be looked at as a networking or social event where you go to get to know people. For example, would you go to a party and introduce yourself by telling someone you want them to buy your product?  I certianly hope not. You would first tell them who you are and ask them questions to get to know them, then if you are getting along and or they ask you can point them in the direction of your blog or website. Give them content, lots and lots of content first.

Things to do in Twitter:

• Follow people you like or have similar interests (about 100 or so a day… find them by following the followers of someone you think has the same target market)
• Tweet at least a few times a day (generally 8 personal or content filled vs. 2 biz or sales – at most)
• RT (retweet) others posts and Reply to people to have a conversation
• Stay away from over-auotmating your site. No one likes a  faker.
• Follow back people that follow you and invite others to follow you.
• Have fun and be nice. Meet some new people and make some new friends.

That’s the basics of Microblogging. Much more to come about creating a brand and marketing using microblogs.

Fast Pitch!

Social Media Category: Social Networking

Social Media Tool: Fast Pitch

URL: www.fastpitchnetworking.com

Fee: Subscription

What is Fast Pitch?

Fast Pitch is a social networking site that instead of focusing on being social with friends and family is mainly for business professionals. A great way for professionals to enhance their online presence  to market their business.

The Fast Pitch profile displays:

• What you do
• What you sell
• What makes your company unique

You can embed video, photos, blogs and podcasts.

You can network with individuals based on:

• Industry
• Education
• Location
• Affiliations
• and more

Fast Pitch also have virtual trade shows where members can also connect.

You can deliver content via:

• Press Releases
• Newsletters,
• Event Announcements,
• Videos,
• Classifieds,
• Live Chat Feature
• Podcasts
• Email Campaigns

One really cool thing that Fast Pitch also has is the ability to target specifically the market you want to see your content and the ability to track the statistics on:

• Profile views
• Advertisements
• Press Releases
• Events

The type of people using Fast Pitch are:

• Small Business Professionals
• Sales and Marketing Executives
• Business Owners who promote their own business (using networking and marketing)
• Individuals looking for career opportunity

One thing to know before you start is that they monitor the inactive accounts and delete them. This means that anyone on there is an active member who can be contacted.

I am finally starting to update the social media pages to give you a wealth of content and information on the topic.

I will be slowly updating a little more each week as there is A LOT of information to share.

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