How to Host a Twitter Chat – Part 3 (Featuring Da Vinci @YourLifeAfter25 ) #SocialCafe 7.40
#SocialCafe Chat Topic: How to Host a Twitter Chat - Part 3 (** Featuring Da Vinci of YourLifeAfter25 **)
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- How would you introduce the topic of Twitter Chats and hosting them? (If you have a question for Da Vinci, feel free to ask, or add your answer to this question.)
A1. Twitter Chats should feel like a guided conversation. I love when everyone gets involved and can leave the chat learning at least one thing they didn’t know or feeling like they had fun. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A1 just realised I totally misread the question!!! Normally an hour of people chatting about a topic using a hashtag to tie it all together #socialcafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 |
- What does it take to be an effective Twitter Chat Host?
A2. It’s important to be organized, know how to think on your feet and be able to multitask. I think these are some of the building blocks for a great Twitter Chat/Party. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A2 than ability to quickly type 240 character responses :) #socialcafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 |
- Is Twitter Chat hosting for everyone? Why or why not?
A3. I don’t think Twitter Chat hosting is for everyone. For some this format may feel overwhelming. It does require organization, multitasking and being able to drive a conversation. It’s best to find what works for you or get help from someone with these skills. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A3: Everyone CAN host but not everyone will want to host, will enjoy hosting, or should host :) #SocialCafe |
- What sort of time commitments, resources, and other commitments does it take to be a Twitter Chat Host?
A4. I think people think that putting a Twitter Chat together is just about the time the chat takes. In actuality it requires a lot of pre-planning which includes coming up with questions, promotion, and then of course executing the chat. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A4 about 3 hours a week once your into the routine #SocialCafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 |
- How does one keep going and stay encouraged even through what might be called rough patches in Twitter Chat hosting?
A5. One reason it’s important to have an organize chat layout is to help minimize any lulls in the chat. Inviting a guest(s) can also help keep the chat momentum going. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A5. It’s important to try and reach at least one person on each chat. It's important to keep in mind, especially when you’re just getting started. It takes time to build a following but when you hear positive feedback from at least 1 person, it makes it all worth it. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 |
- What should a Twitter Chat Host consider before deciding to start a chat? Or, should they just jump in an give it a try and see if it is for them?
A6. Think about who your target audience is and whether they use Twitter or know how to use Twitter. Be mindful of what day of the week you choose for a Twitter Chat/Party. Have an organize plan of execution. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A6 is the hashtag already in use? Why do you want to do a twitter chat? What frequency do you want to do? Can you sustain it? #socialcafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 |
- What tips or strategies would you suggest for the Twitter Chat host?
Once you have a well thought out plan of how to do it, TAKE THE LEAP! You'll learn more and make adjustments over time 🙂. #SocialCafe https://t.co/k7aZX6QZAu— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A7 turn up even when there’s no one else there. Answer your own questions if you have to #SocialCafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 |
- Any final comments or questions on the topic of hosting Twitter Chats?
Good point that Paul brought out about defining your Twitter Chat, as the host. Sometimes we don’t think about things like culture or language but these may be of high importance to you, as the host, or your community.
And, to the second point, Da Vinci and I worked on helping to educate our community when it comes to things that were unknown, like Twitter Chats (and Twitter, for that matter, at the time... back in our pioneering days of 2012 with #SocialCafe).
Do you allow swearing? How confrontational do you want the chat/discussion to be? There’s no right or wrong just make sure the tone matches your brand #SocialCafe— DrivingMaul (@DrivingMaul) October 3, 2018 | Yeah we did, that was definitely helpful and needed for the time. A lot of people really didn't know what Twitter Chats were. #SocialCafe— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 |
- Ok, now it is time to brag about what you do well! Your #ShamelessPlug is ...
A9. Most of you know me for running @YourLifeAfter25, I’ve started a new blog called #VanLifeAfter25. It’s going to cover my journey across the United States in my glamper van. So excited about this blog & sharing my adventures with you all. https://t.co/ss4F2SlH3G #SocialCafe pic.twitter.com/ZDdrkqBcp6— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | A9: My #Shamelessplug for #SocialCafe - I got my final proof of my novel "THEY" which will be available later this month. https://t.co/2XRo7CPRNF pic.twitter.com/fEyO6KWwdW— Kathryn Lang (@Kathrynclang) October 3, 2018 |
Final Thoughts and Action Steps
Da Vinci reminded me of something sooooo important! No matter how experienced we are, encouraging feedback is so helpful! You never get too old (or too experienced) to appreciate it (and need it)! Thank you, Da Vinci (in more ways than one)! And, let’s all do as Da Vinci does and encourage someone, shall we?
I love these rephrases. I think the key is to have fun with it. When you have fun anyone chatting along will have fun with you too 😊 #SocialCafe https://t.co/hELVKHY1JZ— Da Vinci (@YourLifeAfter25) October 3, 2018 | #JustDoIt. It’s my mantra. And it’s tattooed on my arm. 😊 #SocialCafe pic.twitter.com/OnYGvujJ4Z— Madalyn Sklar ⚡️ Social Media Consultant (@MadalynSklar) October 3, 2018 |
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- How would you introduce the topic of Twitter Chats and hosting them? (If you have a question for Da Vinci, feel free to ask, or add your answer to this question.)
- What does it take to be an effective Twitter Chat Host?
- Is Twitter Chat hosting for everyone? Why or why not?
- What sort of time commitments, resources, and other commitments does it take to be a Twitter Chat Host?
- How does one keep going and stay encouraged even through what might be called rough patches in Twitter Chat hosting?
- What should a Twitter Chat Host consider before deciding to start a chat? Or, should they just jump in an give it a try and see if it is for them?
- What tips or strategies would you suggest for the Twitter Chat host?
- Any final comments or questions on the topic of hosting Twitter Chats?
- Ok, now it is time to brag about what you do well! Your #ShamelessPlug is ...
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