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Addicted to Twitter

Posted: Wednesday 13 October, 2010

Emilie Legrand

Prior to joining Punch I didn't have a Twitter account - I was aware of the phenomenon and had a clear understanding of its mechanisms and advantages to businesses and brands however it just wasn't a platform used by any of my friends so I didn't feel the need to join in.

Fast-forward 6 months and now I find myself absolutely addicted to Twitter. I have officially reached the point where if something significant (or even mundane as the case may be) happens in my life, my first thought is to Tweet about it - very Stephen Fry of me!

It has even become a personal mission of mine to gain as many followers as I possibly can, at the moment I have a modest 30 but I find it extremely satisfying every time I gain a new follower. And to have big name brands such as Handbag.com and Starbucks follow me and write to me gives me such a feeling of contentment. I am now shocked when people say they don't have a Twitter account - it is definitely the social media way forward!