In a world with hundreds of Tweet chats to choose from, there are so many that you can chat practically every day of the week if you want.  A Tweet chat is a when a group of people get together at a pre-determined time and date to discuss a specific topic using Twitter. My favorites fall into the categories of social media, marketing, and software tools.  How does a Tweet chat work?

Each chat occurs at a regularly scheduled date and time.  There is a host or moderator who leads the chat and determines the topic for that week.  When participating topic questions are posted,  the format “Q1.”, “Q2.”, and so on is used.  You can share your answers by replying with “A1.”, A2.” and so forth. Tweet chats are important because they:

• Keep you up to date.
• Allow you to meet and directly interface with industry experts.
• Let you learn about the latest tools & technologies.
• Make it easy for you to engage with your peers.
• Meet new people with similar interests – everytime!
• Did I mention they are free?

I present you with my top 5.

LinkedInChat

Hosted weekly by Viveka von Rosen (@LinkedInExpert ) and @SteveCassady, it brings you the latest discussion on all things LinkedIn.  You can join #LinkedInchat on Tuesdays at 8pm ET.

GetRealChat

Pam Moore and friends bring you #GetRealChat Tuesday 9pm ET to “get real on topics related to social business, brand, leadership, measurement, media, PR, small business, entrepreneurship, blogging and more”. This one is fast-paced, lively, and hosted by @PamMktgnut The Facebook group is here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/178519072204610/

PinChat

Kelly Liebermann (Twitter @tribe2point0) does a great job here.  This very popular chat celebrates the middle of the week Wednesday night on a high note.  Discuss your favorite boards and pinners, new tools, and make friends.  Join #Pinchat Wednesday at 9PM ET and the Facebook group here https://www.facebook.com/groups/pinchat/

ToolsChat

#Toolschat (@Toolschat) is presented by your hosts Michael Q Todd (@mqtodd), Kelly Kim (@twylah),  and Leo Wid (@LeoWid).  Wed 10PM ET. Discuss online tools and new technologies ina fun environment.  Join the Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/197056753708451/

EAvChat

Get the latest news about Empire Avenue, social media, and life on #EAvChat.  Thurs 7pm ET with @mqtodd and you can join Empire Avenue for free.  Empire Avenue is a social media suite that allows you to connect your social networks and then invest in and promote members using virtual currency.  And It Rocks!

So, there you have it.  Tweet chats are a great way to round out your social week.  They have something everyone’s niche.  Consult this Google Docs spreadsheet of over 600+ tweet chats for more.  And for further reading please visit.:

• Top 4 reasons to participate in Twitter Chat
• Tweet Chats 101: 41 Success Tips for Moderators, Participants & Guests!
• All About Twitter Chat Sessions – A List.ly ful of articles and tools.
• sees.aw – A very “Pinterest-ing” approach to viewing Tweet chats.

What is your favorite Tweet chat and why?

About Peter Trapasso

Peter Trapasso is a self-taught social media expert, and owner of PeterTrapasso.com which is listed on the Alltop Social Media topic page. He is a Social Media consultant and Freelance Writer based in San Francisco, Ca. As part of a 15+ year corporate career in technology he worked for Fortune 500 and startup companies. Now he is one of the Top 75 most followed people on Twitter in San Francisco. And a Top 1% Kred Social Media VIP, Klout Influencer, and Socialbakers Ambassador. He is dedicated to social good and making the world a better place for all of us.

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