tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post4182718442142343686..comments2023-10-30T08:00:54.059-04:00Comments on Laurel's Leaves: Building a Twitter following as an author: lessons from the trenchesLaurel Garverhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03657218435228802535noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-81804208008569719882016-05-17T22:11:24.145-04:002016-05-17T22:11:24.145-04:00It wasn't until I started automating a bit tha...It wasn't until I started automating a bit that my numbers really grew. Having Hootsuite able to post occasionally for me at times when I'm busy let me connect to people who are busy at different times. I know some folks using automation to also like & RT, and I agree that organic is better for that, because you want some control over what content you are delivering, to be sure it aligns with your vision.Laurel Garverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03657218435228802535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-17028633591539809532016-05-17T15:55:35.561-04:002016-05-17T15:55:35.561-04:00It is encouraging to see that (some of) my organic...It is encouraging to see that (some of) my organic approach aligns with your sage advice. I haven't ventured into automation yet; I'm trying to keep the personal touch, well, personal. I personally thank all of my new followers - at least the ones who are not offering me paid Twitter followers, offering me eye candy, or who appear otherwise dodgy.<br /><br />One thing that I have changed recently is rather than focusing on my "tribe" (i.e. other fantasy and sci-fi authors and their ilk), I've started following readers. They're not always easy to spot, but I believe a mix of community members, professionals, other authors, readers, etc. will more likely bear fruit in the future as my production increases. <br /><br />I'm also getting some nice engagement for my professional proofreading and editing services. All in all, after about a year or so of really digging into Twitter and doing the heavy lifting, I'm starting to see the needle move.<br /><br />Great article; thanks!<br /><br />MDAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-43445707118708844762016-04-14T19:17:13.610-04:002016-04-14T19:17:13.610-04:00You're already in CIR! Okay, then you should l...You're already in CIR! Okay, then you should lean in more. They are the most supportive group ever. Laurel Garverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03657218435228802535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-25652616793651110752016-04-14T19:12:59.761-04:002016-04-14T19:12:59.761-04:00I hadn't intended this to get quite so lengthy...I hadn't intended this to get quite so lengthy! But I'm glad you found some useful tips. I think you should definitely get involved in CIR. There are a number of enthusiastic folks who love fantasy. I can ask an admin about getting you in. Stay tuned!Laurel Garverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03657218435228802535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-35812707602805917352016-04-14T19:04:52.784-04:002016-04-14T19:04:52.784-04:00Wonderful insights, Laurel! I struggle with twitte...Wonderful insights, Laurel! I struggle with twitter, but I keep working at it, and I appreciate your tips. I know I'm planning to put a few of them to use. <br />(Love your reasons for your color scheme, too!)Tyrean Martinsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15356604721537744361noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4263988256560129564.post-81953743927677646052016-04-14T19:02:03.758-04:002016-04-14T19:02:03.758-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14009833906264429521noreply@blogger.com