Earlier in the week there was big news that I posted about with the emergence of Twitter posting into Google Searches.
I've been overwhelmed by the questions and concerns of some folks on how to use and maximize Twitter to it's fullest potential.
I'll be honest, I am in NO WAY an expert and I strive to find a new tool for my business each day. One way I've found to eliminate wasted time with Twitter, Facebook and MySpace is using TweetDeck.
About TweetDeck
TweetDeck is your personal browser for staying in touch with what’s happening now, connecting you with your contacts across Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and more.
With TweetDeck anyone can tweet like a Pro. Customize your Twitter experience with columns, groups, saved searches and automatic updates helping you to effortlessly stay updated with the people and topics you care about. See what people are saying about you and join the conversation by tweeting, sharing photos, videos or links directly from TweetDeck. We like to think of it as air traffic control for Twitter.
Connect with your Facebook and MySpace friends directly from TweetDeck by updating your status, posting photos or videos, commenting, liking and groups your friends to make it easier to follow only those you really want to see what your friends are doing by creating columns for each of your groups of friends.
Here's my tip on maximizing Tweet Deck for your real estate needs and "follower" tracking.
1. In the top left corner there is a magnifying glass to "Search" for people or topics. Input your city name or keywords you look for when trying to find clients. Example: buying a home, selling a home, relocating to XYZ.
I always look for Raleigh, Relocating to NC, Relocating to Raleigh, wake county schools, moving to Wake County, things to do in Raleigh, buying a home in Raleigh, foreclosures, investing in real estate, etc...
You'll have a column pop up and you can see anyone who Tweets about those things. I then will give a quick response to that person with a direct message. It's not a sale pitch!
Tweet from JoeShmoe: "Hey, I might be relocating to Raleigh with Cisco"
My Direct Message to Joe: "Hey Joe, Cisco is a great company! Where are you coming from?"
From there the conversation may continue or Joe may not respond. It's ok. Trust me...there are MANY other people who you can chat with via Twitter.
It's not about following people unless you want to hear what they have to say. Twitter is about finding real time sources that provide information that you want to hear about.
Sooo...Twitter can work in your favor if you use it.
I will Tweet about Raleigh homes for sale, Foreclosure Alert, Tips to prepping your home to sell along with other local events.
Don't sell yourself constantly...provide local information and become an expert. If you Tweet it, they will come!"
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