The worst method of messaging on Twitter is the DM aka direct messaging channel. Built as a private messaging channel for people to connect with private information, it has quickly deteriorated into a channel of autoresponder spam messages for MLM, affiliate marketers, and useless junk. The following is the best and most palatable method to utilize autoresponder DM for a first time message to a new follower.
Auto Response Direct Messaging Strategy: The Only Way to Do It
I received this DM from dave_carpenter a “Success partner for high achievers” whose mission is “Helping people to be the very best they can be.” Nice work Dave as you found a way to leave a first time auto response direct message:
Conclusion: Dave Does it Right
Dave’s message is:
- Honest as he states he is “Auto-confirming” aka using a autoresponder so the message is not personalized yet
- Reassuring the rest of his direct messages will be personalized
- Affirming he wants to learn more about you by “hearing your voice”
- Tone of honesty and transparency makes his message very compelling
- Follow Dave @dave_carpenter the link is above
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3 Comments on How To Create a First Time Auto Resonse Direct Message on Twitter
Dean - I agree with you on this - Dave has done it right. I choose not to use any auto-DMs myself, because it seems to always risk offending someone. I don't like getting them, so I don't send them. Dave's wouldn't have bothered me, though.
Dean - I choose to avoid using autoDMs because I don't want to clutter someone's email. Since I tend to delete those myself, I figure it's a waste of time.
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Hi Jason, yes that was my reaction exactly. I found it refreshing. I don't like getting DMs either but as a channel I want to still sift through in case something of value sneaks through. Thanks for the comment!
Jackie, I think we are all in agreement-DM as a channel is a spammer's delight. Thanks for the comment!
dean