By Jackie Simmonds, Blog Editor

So you have bought into the social media thing; your profile is polished and up on LinkedIn, your Facebook page has been appropriately tweaked, and you are moving on to Twitter.  And then you draw a blank.  What on earth can you tweet about several times a day that will interest your followers, gain you new followers, and show that you are a thought leader?

Newbie twitter block is a common occurrence when you are first starting out.  You haven’t found your rhythm yet and it shows!  Don’t worry, when writers block strikes turn to an article that Heather Buckley wrote offering 30 tweeting ideas guaranteed to get the keys moving again.

1. Write helpful Tweets

At least half of your tweets should be an answer, a response, or some kind of communication or dialogue. Remember it’s about relationships.

2. Create a tweet when you upload a new blog post

Let everyone know what you are writing about, and make the tag line snappy. Next time you are wondering which links to click on in twitter ask yourself why you chose them, make a note then use the same technique.

3. Tweet other peoples blog posts

Every time you read something you think is interesting, useful or fascinating – tweet it.

4. Show you care

Often people let you know if they are having a bad day, say something supportive or cheering.

5. Be interesting

What do people want to read about? Look back over your tweets and make a note of the ones that got attention. to do this go to Topsy and type in your twitter name to find your most re-tweeted tweets. Alternatively type in another user  name and learn from their successes.

6. Be First

Keep you eye on the latest news, watch for trending topics and tweet the latest use Twitscoop to find out whats trending.  Even better write an up to date report on the subject and tweet about it.

7. Make Someone Laugh

Re-tweet the best jokes and write your own but be careful, it has to be funny!

8. Tweet a Fascinating Fact

It’s a good idea to keep a notebook with you as these will present themselves to you from time to time, on TV, listening to other peoples conversations (not that I do that!).

9. Recommend a product or Service

This can be a good way to build relationships; you might review a book or a Social Media application. Don’t forget to Direct Message or mention them to let them know.

10. Ask for a recommendation

Are you going somewhere? Ask for a good hotel, restaurant etc. Are you buying a new camera? Ask for advice.

To get the full 30 tweeting ideas click here to continue reading the article she wrote for Silicon Beach Training.

Tweet away!

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