Are you looking for ways to harness the full power of Twitter? Look no further. Here is a list of ten tools that will help you stay ahead of the pack. They are all free.

The other day, I wrote an article about a new social media platform called Jaspud.com. After I was done publishing it on Digital Journal, I asked myself the following question: Do we really need another network to connect with people?

I have grown tired of Facebook. While I love the fact that the platform allows me to showcase what I do through my Fan Page, I honestly find that the social network has become unreliable. Too many changes occur too often. You never know what will happen next, and for someone like me, who does everything on their own, it is annoying to have to spend hours figuring out any new change.

A business can only thrive if its leader(s) and employees are committed and dedicated to making it work. Getting traffic is important. However, what is even more important is to understand that credibility is only awarded to the individuals who are genuinely interested in and interesting to others.

• Interaction is key

Twitter is a fantastic promotional tool. Unfortunately, a lot of users do not know how to use it properly. And at least 20 percent of accounts are completely idle.

“The way to gain a good reputation, is to endeavor to be what you desire to appear.” – Socrates

“Do what you do so well that they will want to see it again and bring their friends.” – Walt Disney

Whether you want it or not, it is always about customer service. It does not matter if you are a big company, a solopreneur or an employee. You owe your clients (meaning those who pay you in exchange for your services or products) the right to expect the best and most professional attitude from you at all times.

When Twitter’s new follow button was  launched on May 31, 2011, I immediately implemented it on my blog and website before writing an article for my Social Media column on Examiner.com. I liked the simplicity of the button. However, what mostly appealed to me was its powerful features. Visitors did not need to leave my website or blog to access my Twitter profile and latest tweets anymore; they would also be able to follow me directly from there!

The other day, I was approached by an online contact who wanted to know the benefits of blogging. “I am on Facebook and Twitter and update my profiles almost every day. Why should I have a blog?”

If you want to build a successful brand online, you must blog. Why? Read below…

Twitter makes it easier than ever for visitors to follow Twitter accounts without leaving websites or blogs.

Twitter lovers can now officially rejoice. After the recent purchase of TweetDeck, microblogging giant Twitter has just launched its new Follow Button.