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12/7/2022

Twitter Expert Samantha Kelly Offers Tips on How to Get the Most Out of the Platform

Ep. 150

In This Episode…

This week on PR 360, we talk to Twitter expert Samantha Kelly about the best ways to use Twitter for your business. Twitter is a powerful tool if used correctly, and Samantha shares her insights on how to build a community of brand advocates and make people feel special. We also discuss the new Communities tab and Twitter Spaces, and how PR professionals can use them to their advantage. Don't miss this informative episode!

Key Takeaways:

1. The important topics that you need to know about Twitter

2. What is new for PR pros to understand and how to effectively use Twitter

3. Do you think Twitter chats are still viable to actually do for PR pros or brands?

4. Where do you see the future of Twitter going?

5. Her favorite feature on Twitter

Episode Timeline

· 00:51 - Are you a coffee or tea drinker?

· 01:06 - Do you have any favorite cup of teas?

· 02:15 - Can you summarize your expertise?

· 04:15 - What are some misconceptions about Twitter?

· 05:21 - How do PR pros implement brilliant strategies for Twitter?

· 08:22 - Should PR pros use the community feature on Twitter?

· 11:13 - Is it worth PR pros time to use Twitter spaces?

· 13:48 - Can you help people understand what's ongoing with the "new" Twitter?

· 17:44 - Using your phone is great for video 20:02 - Talking about Twitter Blue

· 21:56 - Are Twitter Chats still viable?

· 23:50 - Making sure your Twitter chat has a point to your business

· 25:39 - What do you think the future of Twitter is going to be?

· 27:08 - Talking about Vine

· 27:46 - Fun question: What is your favorite feature on Twitter?

· 29:36 - Where can people find you online?

· 29:53 - Final thoughts

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● Samantha Kelly was our guest today.

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