Can Twitter Help You Grow Your Business?

Twitter has exploded as a new medium for social and business networking. Some businesses are riding the wave of Twitter’s popularity and generating many opportunities through the social media platform. However, you may have struggled with how to use the deceptively simple website to benefit your business.

You’re not alone. In fact, over 60% of Twitter’s account holders stop using the social network after the first month and many people report it’s because they don’t understand how to use it properly.

If you have ever thought about using Twitter to generate more business but don’t know how to get started, this special seminar is for you.

Network Your Way to More Business Using Twitter

Date: Friday, 9th July, 2010

Time: Registration and networking at 9:00am. Workshop starts at 9:30am sharp.

Spots Available: 20 10

Location: The Centre for Social Innovation, 4th Floor, 215 Spadina Avenue, Toronto, ON

During this practical, hands-on workshop, you will discover how to get maximum results from the time you spend tweeting. You will also learn how to create a simple, yet powerful, marketing strategy that can allow you to grow your business using Twitter – in as little as 20 minutes per day.

You will learn:

Twitter basics. Discover how to use this social networking site from the ground up. However, if you are already familiar with Twitter, you will also learn a few new tricks.
How to identify the key reasons why your business should use Twitter.
How to automate many Twitter tasks so you can build your following faster and spend your valuable Twitter time interacting with others.
Exactly how much time you need to make Twitter an important tool in your marketing plan. You will also learn the best times to post your tweets to ensure they get maximum exposure.
Twitter best practices so you avoid making mistakes that cost you followers from day one.
How to create a Twitter action plan.You’ll be ready to start tweeting and grow your following as soon as you leave.

We will show you how to:

Find clarity on your reasons for using Twitter. Doing this in advance will save you lots of time and frustration.
Position yourself to attract targeted followers and become recognized as an expert in your industry.
Understand the 14 different types of tweets and how to use them to generate interest in your business.
Find free tools that let you schedule your tweets in advance – greatly reducing the amount of time you have to spend on the Twitter website.
Determine exactly how many of your tweets can directly promote your products or services. There is a fine line between acceptable self-promotion and annoying your followers.
Build a list of targeted followers – people who may become important connections, customers and advocates for your business.
Get ready to start tweeting!

For the advance registration price of $149, you’ll receive 3 hours of in-person training and all the tools you need to create new opportunities on the premier business networking site. The workshop will cost $169 at the door … if space is still available.

To ensure all attendees benefit from a personalized experience, registration will close after the first 20 participants confirm their spots. Take advantage of the early bird discount and reserve your spot today.

Your Presenter

Jaime Almond (www.twitter.com/JaimeAlmond)

Jaime Almond is a Social Media Strategist & Trainer who helps entrepreneurs overcome challenges in their marketing and technology so they can use the Internet to build quality relationships and attract more clients. She has over 12 years of experience teaching people how to use technology through group and private training.