99% of users follow real-time news on Twitter.
That's okay. But you won't make Twitter an asset then.
To make it an asset, build a high-signal information diet.
You'll see it as a whole new opportunity.
Let me show you...
If you use it right, your Twitter account is worth more than your degree.
But 98.8% suck at it.
Here are 9 unique ways to turn Twitter into a crazy valuable asset:
99% of users follow real-time news on Twitter.
That's okay. But you won't make Twitter an asset then.
To make it an asset, build a high-signal information diet.
You'll see it as a whole new opportunity.
Let me show you...
I find way too much news, drama and irrelevant ideas on the Twitter timeline.
I use Twitter lists to cut the noise and amplify the signal.
Bonus: Lists aren't affected by the algorithm.
Here's a video to get started on Lists:
Scrape the internet to find what you want:
"(from:aaditsh) min_faves:1000 marketing"
Tweets with "marketing" from @aaditsh with more than 1000 likes.
Another favorite:
"(from:aaditsh) until:2021-09-01 since:2021-05-01"
Between May and September.
Trust me. They're not worth your time.
Click on a profile that annoys you.
Click "more" → "mute profile".
You won't "block" them but their content will become hidden on your timeline.
It's so peaceful.
It's a 1 line identity on the internet.
Make it crisp.
Mine: "I deconstruct world-class growth philosophies & mental models"
People now expect related content.
They like to see when you meet expectations (and go beyond).
Use your newsletter to write more in-depth content.
That's what I do at mine.
I have seen 2x subscribers arriving at my newsletter.
Seriously - this is a game-changer.
Deconstruct complex topics into simple actionable tips for others.
This act (itself) will turn your followers into "superfans".
High-affinity audience = Valuable asset.
You've heard this a million times.
If not, I'll say it again: You can literally reach anyone via Twitter DMs.
Think Gary Vee, Tony Robbins, Tim Ferriss (omg, this is crazy).
Don't shy away. Grow your network:
https://t.co/qgio4Ij7yz
I've sent over 2000 DMs on Twitter.
— Aadit Sheth (@aaditsh) August 4, 2021
Now, I do 10x the work in half the time in Twitter's most valuable feature.
Here's the ultimate framework for DMs:
I hate the "explore" section on Twitter. It's usually filled with news and garbage found in my location.
I use the "Minimal Twitter" chrome extension to remove Explore.
My entire Twitter experience has become 10x better.
1. Quote retweet the first tweet & let me know your thoughts.
2. Turn on notifications for @aaditsh — it's free!
I write a lot about how to leverage Twitter to impact more people positively.
1. Heavily curate who you follow.
2. Use Twitter Lists (video tutorial included).
3. Use advanced search to scavenge Twitter.
4. Mute trolls (simple as that).
5. How to polish your bio.
7. Turn followers into "super fans".
8. Network like you were born to.
9. Make your Twitter distraction-free.
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• Supercharge your Twitter.
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1. Quote tweet the thread below.
2. Share your thoughts. https://t.co/LoQOw1CqUb
If you use it right, your Twitter account is worth more than your degree.
— Aadit Sheth (@aaditsh) August 30, 2021
But 98.8% suck at it.
Here are 9 unique ways to turn Twitter into a crazy valuable asset:
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A Marketing degree costs $80k.
But, Twitter University teaches better for free.
🧵 Here are 10 threads from 10 world-class marketers:
What you learn: Effective marketing patterns.
From: @Julian, Founder at Demand
What you learn: Tactics to get lucky with marketing.
From: @gregisenberg, CEO at Late
What you learn: Great copywriting.
From: @heykahn, VP Marketing at
What you learn: How to build landing pages that convert.
From: @heyblake, Chief Marketing Office at
But, Twitter University teaches better for free.
🧵 Here are 10 threads from 10 world-class marketers:
What you learn: Effective marketing patterns.
From: @Julian, Founder at Demand
I've helped probably 700 startups redo their websites.
— Julian Shapiro (@Julian) February 26, 2021
These 4 marketing patterns stood out to me \U0001f9d9\u200d\u2642\ufe0f
What you learn: Tactics to get lucky with marketing.
From: @gregisenberg, CEO at Late
Marketing isn\u2019t a scam
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) June 19, 2021
Marketing makes change happen. Marketing makes your creations known
I'll share some tactics & frameworks I use
How to get lucky in marketing in 2021:
What you learn: Great copywriting.
From: @heykahn, VP Marketing at
Apple, Nike, Coca Cola.
— Zain Kahn (@heykahn) September 7, 2021
3 legendary companies. 1 common marketing trait:
Great copywriting.
Here are 10 copywriting tips to help you master marketing:
What you learn: How to build landing pages that convert.
From: @heyblake, Chief Marketing Office at
I\u2019ve audited 500+ websites over the past 6 years.
— Blake Emal (@heyblake) May 4, 2021
Here are 17 learnings to help your landing page convert:
How to accelerate your career, save 60 hrs/week, and lead better.
🧵 My 10 favorite tweets of the week (that you may have missed):
How to save 60 hrs/week of work (by
Why kids should play more video games (by
A 4-step writing process (by
26 incredible internet finds (by
🧵 My 10 favorite tweets of the week (that you may have missed):
How to save 60 hrs/week of work (by
People ask how I\u2019m so productive.
— Ryan Breslow \U0001f57a (@theryanking) January 22, 2022
The secret: productivity is a process of REMOVAL.
Time is such an easy thing to waste...
Here\u2019s what you can remove from your life to save up to 60 hrs/week \U0001f447\U0001f447\U0001f447
Why kids should play more video games (by
Over 70% of kids play video games every day.
— Ana Lorena Fabrega (@anafabrega11) January 28, 2022
Everyone thinks they should play less\u2026
\u2026but here\u2019s an interesting case for why they should play MORE \U0001f3ae\U0001f447\U0001f3fc
A 4-step writing process (by
I made $0 online in 2019.
— Justin Welsh (@JustinSaaS) January 26, 2022
3 years later:
- 100M+ impressions
- $1.7M in online income
- 4 successful revenue streams
What changed?
I started writing online every day.
Here's my simple 4-step process.
[Short \U0001f9f5]
26 incredible internet finds (by
If you're looking in the right places, the internet is a treasure trove.
— Steph Smith (@stephsmithio) January 23, 2022
The best internet gems you've never heard of:
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Lifelong learning is a competitive advantage.
But contrary to what you’ve been told, lifelong learners are built, not born.
THREAD: 20 lifelong learning habits you can start developing today.
Stimulate Dynamically
The mind is a muscle - it needs to be stimulated dynamically to continue to grow.
Don’t rely on one “exercise” - develop a menu of options.
Write, read, listen, watch. Solve puzzles, play games. Enjoy it!
Stimulate dynamically, learn dynamically.
Build Learning Circles
The most powerful learning is communal, not individual.
Build learning circles with other intellectually curious minds.
Engage regularly with no set intention or goal.
Community is everything. Embrace it.
Keep Asking Why
“Why?” is the most useful tool in our learning toolkit.
But somewhere along the line, we are told to stop asking why and just accept “facts” as we are told them.
Reject the norm.
If you want to understand the world, take a cue from our kids - keep asking why!
Adopt a Process Orientation
Prioritize process.
Learn for the sake of learning, not always for a specific goal.
When you prioritize process, you become flexible in where you are headed.
Life is a winding, confusing journey - forward progress is all that matters.
But contrary to what you’ve been told, lifelong learners are built, not born.
THREAD: 20 lifelong learning habits you can start developing today.
Stimulate Dynamically
The mind is a muscle - it needs to be stimulated dynamically to continue to grow.
Don’t rely on one “exercise” - develop a menu of options.
Write, read, listen, watch. Solve puzzles, play games. Enjoy it!
Stimulate dynamically, learn dynamically.
Build Learning Circles
The most powerful learning is communal, not individual.
Build learning circles with other intellectually curious minds.
Engage regularly with no set intention or goal.
Community is everything. Embrace it.
Keep Asking Why
“Why?” is the most useful tool in our learning toolkit.
But somewhere along the line, we are told to stop asking why and just accept “facts” as we are told them.
Reject the norm.
If you want to understand the world, take a cue from our kids - keep asking why!
First principles thinking is a powerful mental model for driving non-linear outcomes. It also requires a willingness to ask difficult, uncomfortable questions.
— Sahil Bloom (@SahilBloom) March 14, 2021
Here are a few to help you get started: pic.twitter.com/KyuAr7IUf7
Adopt a Process Orientation
Prioritize process.
Learn for the sake of learning, not always for a specific goal.
When you prioritize process, you become flexible in where you are headed.
Life is a winding, confusing journey - forward progress is all that matters.
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brew / bru : / to make (beer, coffee etc.) / verb: begin to develop 🌱
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cc @altimor, @pmarca
4/ https://t.co/GOQJ7LjQ2t domain 🍻
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