Dive summary:
- Asking four simple questions before following an account on Twitter can keep your feed clean and manageable. [see full list at Chicago Tribune]
- If the Twitter feed is already overwhelming, before adding any new accounts, remove any accounts that aren't providing value; tools such as SocialBro can help with this task.
- The four questions to ask before following an account on Twitter are: 1) Who is this person? 2) What useful information is the person providing? 3) Have you had a conversation with the person online? 4) Have you taken the platform into account?
From the article:
"Above all, don't move too fast. The period where you are deciding whether to follow someone is a lot like dating. Slow down, get to know the person and create a long-lasting relationship that will be beneficial to the both of you."
