By Julie Perrine, CAP-OM, MBTI Certified
Social media has truly shrunk the world in which we live and work. Networking with other professionals from around the world has become as easy as logging onto your computer or accessing your favorite social network, or simply clicking an app on your smartphone or tablet device. Instantly you’re connected and able to share information with a few keystrokes.
If you haven’t yet explored some of the resources and strategies for networking with other administrative professionals online, let me introduce you to one of the coolest new ways you can do so: #adminchat on Twitter.
In January, Lucy Brazier and the team at the Executive Secretary Magazine launched a FREE weekly Twitter chat for admins – also know as #adminchat. Each Thursday, the Executive Secretary Magazine will hold this Twitter chat hosted by different world renowned trainers of administrative professionals. Be sure to mark your calendar for every Thursday at 10 am PST / 1 pm EST / 6 pm GMT / 7 pm CET to join admins from around the world for #adminchat.
You may be asking “What is a Twitter chat and how do I participate?”
What is a Twitter chat?
A Twitter chat (or tweet chat) is an online discussion using Twitter, so every post is a tweet. Because it’s on Twitter, it’s open to everyone with a Twitter account. Anyone can participate, or just listen in to learn more about the topic. It’s a quick and simple way to share information, tips, strategies, etc. on the topic being discussed as well as getting to know some of the participants in the chat.
How Do I Participate?
Step 1: If you don’t already have a Twitter account, sign up at www.twitter.com. Make sure you change your picture from the default egg so you don’t look like too much of a newbie.
Step 2: You can search for “#adminchat” on Twitter at www.search.twitter.com and follow the chat there, but there are other web sites that make it much, much easier. Our favorite is TweetChat. Go to www.TweetChat.com and sign in using your twitter name and password, then click Authorize.
Step 3: Search for “#adminchat” and click Go. This will take you to a page with every tweet including the #adminchat hashtag. Here you can “listen in” on the chat or participate with your own tweets. When you tweet, TweetChat has a bonus feature that it automatically adds the #adminchat hashtag to the end of your tweet.
Step 4: Start chatting!
For more information on Twitter chats and other tools you can use, check out this post from TwitTip: http://www.twitip.com/tweeting-with-your-twitter-community-how-to-participate-in-a-twitter-chat/
To see all updates from Executive Secretary about #adminchat follow @lucybrazier on Twitter.
If you have any questions or would like to receive an emailed copy of the weekly #adminchat transcripts, you may also email Lucy Brazier at lbrazier@executivesecretary.com
Here are the topics for the upcoming admin chat’s on Twitter:
- January 26: Clare Murphy – Sourcing Corporate Travel
- February 2: Angela Garry – Dealing with Cold Callers
- February 16: Julie Perrine – Creating Great Procedures Binders
- February 23: Mariachiara Novati – The importance of networking
Even if you can’t join us live at the time of each weekly chat, you can still benefit from the tips and resources shared each week. Join other executive, personal, and administrative assistants from all over the world online to chat, network, and most importantly learn new skills. Your world may shrink a bit, but your network and knowledge base are sure to expand!
