Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Open Letter to My Wife: Why Twitter is Worth My Time



Honey,

I know you have been giving me a hard time for spending so much time on Twitter, so let me just say that I have proof that it is not a waste of time. Here are a few examples:

Today I met a guy on Twitter named @retireat21 - I don't know anything about him in real life, but what if its true? What if there are all these people out there enjoying the four hour work week, flying first class, and getting paid to shop? Honey, that could be us! Sure I'm older than 21 now, but that should make it even easier. I also met someone named @easymoney - see Honey there is easy money to be made and all I have to do is join twitter and the money starts coming in. Right? Well maybe it isn't that easy.

You have asked me in the past, who ever made it big just because of Twitter? How about our current President? Heard of him? During the final days leading up to the election 1-3 million twitter messages about him were exchanged pointing out the best articles, most accurate polls, and the latest messages coming directly out of his campaign. The Mccain camp couldn't touch that type of real time news. Twitter may have turned the tide for Obama.

So in conclusion, I may never make any money on Twitter. People may never use Twitter to hire me as a corporate attorney, or to locate one more aspiring author, but believe me there are some of the most fascinating people on Twitter. I have been on for only one week, and I have learned a ton already. It's so entertaining as well. There is nothing as exciting as someone re-tweeting your post, or asking a question that really gets people to buzz.


It's a wonderful market of ideas. The good ones get passed on, and the bad ones are ignored. So give it a chance Honey, you might just find a way to work from home, make millions while drinking low-cal smoothies in bed, or even figure out a place to get free make-up. Imagine the possibilities!



Love,



Adrian

3 comments:

  1. Adrian,
    I love your justifications and I'm quite certain Robert has used the majority of these reasonings on me so far. But, I draw the line when he's talking to me and he says, "Retweet this hun...."
    Rebecca

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  2. Now, I want to twitter. Thanks!

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  3. Great letter to your wife. I had to laugh. My husband used to say the same thing. Now he is Twittering away.

    I have met so many people that are helping to change my life in wonderful ways. People are helpful and love to share. As a result I am learning, sharing and making some great friends.

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