We first wrote about the new phenomenon of “twittering” several months ago. In that short time, twittering has continued to evolve as a significant new communication channel. With messages limited to 140 characters, senders are forced to be succinct and frequently update their tweet; for recipients, twittering offers a quick and easy means for staying connected and “in the know” regarding their favorite people and topics of interest.

Journalists are starting to use twitter to stay abreast of breaking news and to follow “threads” for particular companies and individuals. In the business world, HR departments have been among the “first movers” in using this new media for recruiting, and more and more companies are realizing that this is a novel way to alert important media about events and announcements.

How popular is Twitter? During the opening of Congress this past winter, CNN ran a story on how legislators were “tweeting” back to their home constituents as events unfolded at the Capitol building.

How are YOU using Twitter? Is it here to stay as a viable communication channel? Let us know your thoughts.

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