Free Ebook: Why Bloggers Need Twitter
May 5th, 2009
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Are you a frustrated blogger? Are you spending way too much time marketing your blog, with little results to show for it? Do you wish there were an easier way?
You’ve probably heard lots of good things about Twitter, but maybe it still seems like a waste of time to you. I sure used to think so. Who cares what everyone else is doing?
But that was then. Today, I’m a converted tweeter. Not only do I love using Twitter, but it’s my #3 traffic source (after search engines and StumbleUpon). I’ve cut back drastically on other forms of blog marketing, because Twitter works better for me in a number of ways.
If you’re one of the many bloggers who…
- Doesn’t see why everyone loves Twitter so much
- Thinks Twitter is for telling people what you had for breakfast
- Doesn’t think they have time for Twitter
- Thinks Twitter will destroy their productivity
- Doesn’t know why Twitter needs to be part of your traffic growth strategy
- Thinks Twitter is just for social media geeks
- Or even if you’ve never heard of Twitter until now
…then Why Bloggers Need Twitter is for you! Grab your free copy right now, and learn why you can’t afford not to be on Twitter.
And for those of you who are already Twitter aficionados, feel free to leave your Twitter link in the comments. Tell us why you like Twitter so much, and why we should follow you. Oh, and follow me at @hnuttall!
May 5th, 2009 at 9:39 pm
I like twitter because it’s a simple and casual way to stay in touch with others, particularly those interested in what you have to offer.
My twitter address is: http://www.twitter.com/bambooforest
May 5th, 2009 at 9:46 pm
Hi Hunter.
This eBook is full of material that is relevant and fitting for bloggers wanting to expand their traffic sources. All the examples and pictures make the concepts current, and your point are brought about clearly.
The way you describe Twitter as a value stream sets it into a different frame of mind for those who see it as a set of unconnected thoughts with low usefulness. Also, your various retorts to the lines that people say about Twitter usage save the need to have to explain each of them at a later time when they are asked about in a comment or tweet.
The rules you added in near the end set people on the right tone, and are well-placed to keep people from becoming annoying Twitter users.
Armen Shirvanian´s last blog post..Quote Analysis: Volume 1
May 5th, 2009 at 10:09 pm
I’ve definitely been in the ‘don’t see the value yet’ category, but my efforts have been admittedly lame…this is a great offering thanks!
Lisa (mommymystic)´s last blog post..April in Review
May 5th, 2009 at 11:31 pm
Awesome Hunter! I just downloaded and will add it to my reading list.
I didn’t like Twitter AT ALL at first, but I knew I needed to at least listen to the crowd long enough to give it a second chance. My second go round has been far more fruitful. I totally see the value and have enjoyed my minutes spent there.
Twitter will eat us all eventually, we may as well go willingly.
Writer Dad´s last blog post..How to Give Your Child a Limitless Life
May 6th, 2009 at 3:04 am
Thanks Hunter! I will download the e-book now. I love twitter and I’ve been trying to get my friends over on FB to come on over but they still don’t get what all the fuss is about..thats ok…I love that I can update my FB in twitter and my updates also go to my other social networks and I LOVE the search function! Its a big wide world on twitter and my fun has only just begun
Thanks again.
Jo´s last blog post..Playing for change
May 6th, 2009 at 3:41 am
After only a couple of weeks on Twitter I have already done business in 3 countries as a direct result. It’s definately not just for letting people know what you had for breakfast! @richer_image
Richard Barratt´s last blog post..Polar Bears – They can reduce your running costs!
May 6th, 2009 at 5:40 am
I get insane traffic from twitter, but more importantly, I get opportunities and meet all kinds of great people. My current business partner and I met on twitter, so how’s that for a great example?
If you’re blogging but not using twitter, it’s like everyone else is watching TV shows you don’t get and talking about them all around you. You keep feeling like you’re missing out on something.
Michael Martine´s last blog post..Should You Write an Ebook if Your Blog is Small?
May 6th, 2009 at 6:40 am
Relationships is the name of the blogging game and Twitter does it better than anyone. When we can connect with people who we like and like us then we are both more likely to share each other’s content. Experts say that 75% of people who purchase or buy something will do it because of Word of Mouth advertising. The more people willing to let their followers on Twitter know who we are the more likely they will join our community.
Twitter is my number 4 traffic source, but I’d like to raise this even higher. I downloaded the book and will read it soon. Thanks!
Karl Staib – Work Happy Now´s last blog post..Wonderful Reader Comment
May 6th, 2009 at 7:49 am
Twitter is one of the most versatile online tools ever created. An ebook like this must be pure gold for everybody who’s interested in keeping an online presence.
As for my Twitter experience, I’ve already been in the number game, downshifted it, recovered, and now I’m better.
Good luck with your book
Dragos Roua´s last blog post..Reaching Next Level
May 6th, 2009 at 10:58 am
I like your no BS, cut to the chase points.
I just might actually start twitter next month. Maybe.
J.D. Meier´s last blog post..Life Experiences and Leadership
May 6th, 2009 at 11:37 am
Twitter has become one of the most important tools I use every single day of the week. I get a huge amount of blog traffic from twitter too. Your ebook will truly help those who are just getting into using this amazing tool and could not have come at a better time.
Grant Griffiths´s last blog post..Building a Successful Blog — Part 12 — Posting to your Blog Part 1
May 6th, 2009 at 12:05 pm
I like twitter because I have been introduced to many people I would have never crossed paths with.
I have only recently started using twitter – hoping to see it explode!
May 6th, 2009 at 3:10 pm
I still feel like I’m drowning in a raging river when I’m logged into Twitter, but it may be that I should unfollow a few who are just spamming so I can see the real people. TweetDeck helps. Downloading your ebook now!
LunchHourBytes´s last blog post..Fomites: A disgusting source of the flu and almost impossible to avoid.
May 6th, 2009 at 11:09 pm
Thanks, guys. The response so far has been terrific – in the comments, in emails, on Twitter, and on other social media sites. Twitter clearly has a lot of fans, and even many of those who aren’t quite on board yet seem cautiously optimistic. Thanks for the support, and for your interest in Twitter.
May 9th, 2009 at 12:25 pm
Color me curious, Hunter: You say Twitter is your third most popular traffic source. How much of the traffic is a direct response to your tweeting/directing people to your blog vs people finding it organically? For instance, if you don’t tweet certain posts, do you see less per-post traffic than other posts you do tweet about?
Ari Herzog´s last blog post..Be Careful Online: Big Brother is Watching
May 10th, 2009 at 10:16 pm
@ Ari, I don’t track my stats closely enough to know how much of my Twitter traffic comes from where exactly. I tweet all my posts, so that’s not a variable in the equation. I can say that specifically requesting RTs when I tweeted this post was extremely effective. However, I prefer to save “please RTs” for very rare occasions.
May 14th, 2009 at 2:24 am
Hi Hunter,
As you know, it was because of the guest post you did on my blog I became convinced I needed to give Twitter a try. I LOVE it. The micro blogging platform is ideal for staying in touch with our fellow bloggers and if we don’t have time to visit their blogs, we can still communicate.
I’m off to download your book. Based on your previous ebooks, I know this will be phenomenal, as well.
Thank you!
Barbara Swafford´s last blog post..Just The Facts
May 14th, 2009 at 8:23 pm
@ Barbara, I’m so glad you found value in Twitter. I was surprised too that I ended up liking it so much. But micro blogging definitely has its advantages.
May 25th, 2009 at 10:45 am
I love Twitter because, in addition to crating meaningful community, it’s helped me discover my voice. I was in the process of changing life-work directions when I started on Twitter. No blog, no web site. At the same time I was discovering my voice for this new work, I was building a Presence and making connections. Plus, I was having fun! And still am.
I invite you to check out my profile at http://www.twitter.com/luminousheart. If it seems like a good fit, please do follow. Best way to connect is send me an @ reply.
Happy tweeting!
Mahala Mazerov @LuminousHeart´s last blog post..Meditation Beyond the Cushion
May 25th, 2009 at 7:28 pm
This is very timely, Hunter, since my shiny newborn blog is only two days old! I’ll be sure to have a read. I’ve dabbled with Twitter a bit but I’m still a novice there too. Thanks for the help!
Karilee´s last blog post..The First Prerequisite to Teambuilding
May 25th, 2009 at 9:19 pm
@ Mahala, can’t beat presence, connections, and fun, can you? And it looks like I’m already following you!
@ Karilee, with your blog being only two days old, you’re lucky to get an early head start!
May 26th, 2009 at 8:37 am
Hunter, I see I was already following you on twitter, too. Come to think of it, that was probably how I met you in the first place. Score one more point for Why Bloggers Need Twitter!
Mahala Mazerov @LuminousHeart´s last blog post..Meditation Beyond the Cushion
May 30th, 2009 at 9:52 pm
I found your blog through Andy Shack’s Sunday wash-up, and this post has finally pushed me out of anti-Tweet-land.
I’m downloading your eBook now, I’ll be back with a review once I read it!
May 31st, 2009 at 3:27 pm
@ Sukhaloka, great, I hope you decide to take up permanent residence in Tweet land!