A brief introduction to Twitter. Why it matters and how to get started. For more information/help just email me matthew DOT cain AT newscounter DOT com

1. @newscounter
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2. Why does it matter?
Growth Profile People
Media research note by
'teenage scribbler' causes
City sensation
Clegg takes over own
Twitter name
Twitter blamed for
Bruno drop-off

3. My Twitter journey
Pointless Broadcast
Balanced Engagement
Addict

4. What’s Twitter for?
Viewers
Broadcasters
Networkers
Conversationalists

5. Twittering culture, media and sport
Mood monitoring
Following live events
500+ reactions to
#DigitalBritain
Getting help

6. Basic guide
1. Sign up 2. Find a friend
http://twitter.com/invitations/find_on_twitter
7. Find a friend
https://twitter.com/signup

7. Basic guide
3. Follow some people 4. Have your say

8. Basic guide
5. Follow an event 6. Give your view

9. Twitter-quette
@recipient: talking to or about them publicly
d recipient: private msg
#liveevent filing your Tweet
RT – forwarding

10. Tips for Twitter success
140 – username +3
Monitor links
Integrate with social networking
Find an ap

11. Why I love Twitter
Hyperlinks Emergency advice Making an impact