Frank and Brown

It’s been some time now since I was regularly on Twitter or Linked In – the two main social media networks I use.  This is partly due to focussing on work and attempting to ignore the possible distractions of Twitter (primarily).  But, I was surprised to notice that I have not missed it at all.  In fact, I’ve struggled to get back into the routine of making space for a an hour or so of tracking ideas, information and swapping Tweets.  Indeed, I haven’t written a blog since early June.  Now, I love writing, swapping ideas and engaging in conversation and so Twitter ticks all the boxes.  I try and make my Tweets relevant and/or entertaining just as I would in face-to-face conversation; so what is it about it that it is falling to draw me back into regular online interaction? (more…)

Twitter is a good thing. Not everyone understands it or is good at using it, but like it or loathe it, it is here to stay and for a while at least it is an excellent communications tool. At least it is when it is used correctly and in the hands of people who know how to make the most of it.

Take for example, @oxfordgirl and her amazing use of twitter.  She writes tweets to not just get under the skin of the Iranian government, but to make a major contribution to co-ordinating resistance to the country’s administration. (more…)