Twitter can be a great resource for translators.  It gives you better access to potential clients and other translators than Facebook or LinkedIn.  Here are some tips to get the most out of the site.

Use your profile to establish your credibility.  When you write it, think of who you want to follow you.

Find interesting people to follow.  They can be fellow translators, translation companies, people who live in your area, Twitter “experts”, friends, and people who have the same interests you do.  Use the search box on the right side of the page or advanced search (keywords will bring up tweets, not someone’s bio.)

Start by listening to the conversations around you before you jump in.  When you do start to tweet, limit your tweets to 3 to 5 a day unless you are chatting with someone.  If the conversation is with someone you follow and who follows you back, consider moving the exchange to direct messages.

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See: Twitter tips

Are you an expert on Twitter? Share your experience so far! Any other tips to add for you fellow translators?