Retweets are the backbone of the Twitter community, so theoretically, your content could be exposed to the millions of people who use Twitter daily, all through the power of this mechanism. The countless micro-communities are intertwined, so every user is connected somehow.  There is an art to getting retweets, however.  Just like with any other social network, it requires work on your end. 

With the right combination of personality, valuable content, and timing, your tweets will see a growth in shares.  Your followers appreciate original content – that’s why it’s best to let your personality shine when you’re using this powerful network.  Another fact to keep in mind is that links, videos, and pictures see a much larger amount of engagement.  Use visual content with the appropriate hashtags, and you’ll reach an even larger audience!  Most importantly, know your own audience.  This infographic provides useful tips and facts that will get you more retweets than ever.

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