Here’s a recap of our fave tweets from this week’s informative and insightful chat. Please comment below and share your two cents on these questions. We’d love to hear from you!
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Our guest today is Jade Phillips @lifeofaworkgirl. Topic: Building Relationships & Collaborating Through Social Media #TwitterSmarter
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
Q1: What social networks do you find most useful for networking? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/fi7nKhGYG6 — Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A1 Twitter is my number one. People are open and eager to learn/share. It’s the perfect opportunity to be introduced! #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A1 Twitter and tweetchats – LinkedIn – Jive #twittersmarter — Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 7, 2016
Q2: Why is relationship building such an important aspect of social media use? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/qGqOjd8poG
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A2 Social media was made to connect people scattered across the globe. Use it to talk to others, not just broadcast #TwitterSmarter — Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A2:If you aren’t learning here, you’re doing it wrong. Twitter is access to brainpower.We help each other grow @MadalynSklar #twittersmarter
— jeff soto (@JS_insidepitch) January 7, 2016
A2: It’s all about the KNOW, LIKE, and TRUST factor… #TwitterSmarter — Darcy Schuller (@darcyschuller) January 7, 2016
A2 People buy from PEOPLE. A good product isn’t as important as the relationships you can build and SM facilitate those #twittersmarter
— LUCYrk (@LUCYrk78) January 7, 2016
A2. It’s also amazing to then meet folks IRL and nuture the relationships further. #twittersmarter — Jon Thurmond (@Jon_Thurmond) January 7, 2016
Q3: How can we use Twitter to meet and build sound relationships with new people? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/PbrLtSipzQ
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A3 Be yourself. The more genuine you are, the more you will attract the RIGHT people. #TwitterSmarter — Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A3 Don’t be afraid to reach out and speak to people. If you like they’re work tell them. If you need help, ask. #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A2 “Social” Media IS all about relationship building. It’s not a platform for broadcasting #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/MHc0HwL5WW — Kathy Kopacz MS (@kkopacz1) January 7, 2016
A2 Relationships are the beginning of collaborations. I met @MadalynSklar on Twitter and we’ve now hosted 2x chats together #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A3 Just do it. If you see something interesting, reply to that tweet. Start conversations. Have patience. #twittersmarter — Martin Lieberman (@martinlieberman) January 7, 2016
A3 #TweetChat are one of the great way to connect w/ like minded ppl fom across the globe #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/U0mRwwvqV1
— Varun Kumar (@varunkr842) January 7, 2016
A3: First by listening. Join Twitter chats like this. You’ll make amazing relationships with people. #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/as0tsrlv8F — Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A3: Use Twitter to find ppl to follow on other platforms. Connecting across multiple platforms is how you get to KNOW ppl. #TwitterSmarter
— Kristy Gillentine (@KrisGillentine) January 7, 2016
A3 Twitter is what you make it-find like minded people and reach out past surface chatter or sales. Allow ppl IN #twittersmarter — LUCYrk (@LUCYrk78) January 7, 2016
Q4: In what ways do Twitter chats allow us to connect with each other? Share some of your fave chats #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/Q8QSCphyWl
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A4 Twitter chats open so many doors. They allow you to spread you knowledge & learn #twittersmarter https://t.co/Vtf4rLwupC — Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A4: Having like-minded people coming together each week to chat is magical. #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/qtVQsBrWiS
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A4: #ggchat. That’s how I got started! #twittersmarter — Dennis Perkins IV (@DPIVMusic) January 7, 2016
I’d like to see everyone here set a goal to participate in at least ONE more chat each week. 🙂 #twittersmarter
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A4: Twitter Chats are great for learning, sharing thought leadership, engaging with others, developing relationships #TwitterSmarter — Darcy Schuller (@darcyschuller) January 7, 2016
@MadalynSklar A4: I have a hard time with Twitter chats. I’m not sure why, but I have better luck just @’ing interesting ppl #TwitterSmarter
— Lauchlin MacDonald (@Lauchlin) January 7, 2016
A4) It pools people with a common interest in one area. My Favs: #bufferchat #Hootchat #Viralchat TOO MANY!!! #twittersmarter — Jose Watson (@Josewats) January 7, 2016
A4 Tweetchats are supper learning opportunities Favs #custserv #sproutchat #bufferchat #hootchat #twittersmarter
— Toby Metcalf (@Toby_Metcalf) January 7, 2016
A4 #Luv4Social #sproutchat for knowledge, #upchat for inspiring chats on the world, #sexabusechat for it’s advocacy help #twittersmarter — Terry Lo (@calgarydreamer) January 7, 2016
A4: Fave chats: #BizGalz #ContentChat #MediaChat #SproutChat #ViralChat #ggchat #InfluencerChat #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/qtVQsBJxHs
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
Q5: How can we create a presence that makes people feel comfortable reaching out & connecting w/ us? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/pJvT8Jn8u2
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A5 Reply to peoples questions as much a you can. Don’t ignore them, even if you can’t help. Manners always help #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A5: It starts with your bio. Be warm and welcoming. Attract people to you. #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/I0B5ZrXT5e
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A5: A little personality in your profile goes a long way. Not just a list. Be personal & personable. #TwitterSmarter
— kirsten oliphant (@kikimojo) January 7, 2016
A5: Be yourself, share great content & be nice. #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/SvSLMF0D77
— Glenda Vaquerano (@GlendaVee) January 7, 2016
A5 If people see you reaching out and interacting with others, they’ll be more likely to reach out to you. #twittersmarter
— Martin Lieberman (@martinlieberman) January 7, 2016
A5) Remember, someone has to be the first one to reach out. Don’t always force it to be the other person. #TwitterSmarter
— John Hornbeck (@JohnHornbeck1) January 7, 2016
Q6: When is it a good time to take the relationship offline? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/iciKGXDqPU
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A6 Social is amazing but nothing breaks hearing a persons voice. Take it offline when you feel comfortable with each other #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A6: Take the relationship to email/phone after both parties are def. interested in working together. #TwitterSmarter
— Tara Clapper (@TaraMClapper) January 7, 2016
A6 When it feels natural to. Don’t make it creepy 🙂 If it’s worth developing more deeply, it’s FUN to meet up! #twittersmarter
— LUCYrk (@LUCYrk78) January 7, 2016
A6) When both feel there is more to grow together. When they have the same/similar ethics, integrity, and/or goals #twittersmarter
— Dagmar Gatell (@DagmarGatell) January 7, 2016
A6 When the relationship has expanded beyond 140 characters 😉 #twittersmarter https://t.co/yveYscxfJ0
— Sal Conca (@SalConca) January 7, 2016
Q7: Why is Twitter such a great platform for collaboration? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/VvMh4w5jtV
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A7 Twitter is a platform that has been made to easily interact with others. That’s its beauty #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/yct5X6j3Ew
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A7A: As a creative person/abstract thinker, Twitter really helps me narrow my focus & get things done. #TwitterSmarter
— Tara Clapper (@TaraMClapper) January 7, 2016
A7: Twitter connects you w/ real people who are hungry to collaborate. My best connections are here. #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/kOfPwxhe91
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A7: Ideas happen so quickly on Twitter. A quick brainstorm + brevity = progress! #TwitterSmarter
— Tara Clapper (@TaraMClapper) January 7, 2016
Q8 (last question): How can we find the right people to collaborate with on social media? #TwitterSmarter pic.twitter.com/QD1CBIlB3u
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A8 It all starts with you. To find the right people you have to be confident enough yo be yourself #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/lRnvDYHETv
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A8: Right here on a Twitter chat. I find ALL the people I collaborate here. #MediaChat #SocialChat #TwitterSmarter https://t.co/nhAYpyFhG2
— Madalyn Sklar (@MadalynSklar) January 7, 2016
A8: Have conversations. Engaging will take you to the promise land! #TwitterSmarter
— Adam Viet (@theDSMrecruiter) January 7, 2016
A8 Aim to provide your community with value & The right people will find you #TwitterSmarter
— Jade Phillips (@lifeofaworkgirl) January 7, 2016
A8: Be open, authentic and pay it forward whenever you can. Also never stop listening. #twittersmarter
— Wayne Hendry (@ideakid88) January 7, 2016
A8) I use advanced search on #twitter and search terms people use I would enjoy to connect with #twittersmarter
— Dagmar Gatell (@DagmarGatell) January 7, 2016
For more tips, advice and resources to help you master Twitter and grow your business be sure to follow me at @MadalynSklar and join us every Thursday on Twitter at 1pm ET | 10am PT for #TwitterSmarter.