A Smattering Of Twitter’s Least Genuine Auto DMs

I’m sorry, but I just have to laugh some days.  At the direct messages I get from some people.  Right after I follow them.

Maybe I’m to blame for following too many people.  But I don’t follow everyone who follows me.  Really.

And I purposely don’t use an auto DM for a couple of reasons:

1. I don’t know what I would say that wouldn’t seem contrived or self-serving
2. I’m not sure anyone reads them much anymore

Anyway, it’s late (1:22AM) and I just thought I’d share a few that make me shake my head.  And my reaction to them.

• “Thanks for following. An article of mine was recently published and you are welcome to check it out.” No thanks
• “Thanks for the follow. I am very interested in you and Look forward to your tweets.” Really?
• “You have made my day! I am very happy to meet you and will be eager to read your updates.”  You have low expectations
• “Secret #1 about me, I LOVE to Dance! – Make sure to check out (link)” Cool!
• “Hi there, thank you very much for connecting with me! Since you’re such a great person . . .” Pretty great, I guess
• “It would also be a BLAST to connect on Facebook!” A blast to be sure
• “I would love to get to know you more. Check my bubble thingy” Your what?
• “Great thanks for the synchronic alignment!..look forward to tweeting you in the twitterverse…” Here’s the number to my mechanic
• “You’re lovely! Here’s a FREE ebook for you” Lovely . . . and great (see above)
• “Hey there, it’s cool you’re following me. I do read all twits & respond to them.” Even twits need to be loved

So I guess I am reading them sometimes . . . and I hope you don’t think me unkind.  Again, it’s late.

Maybe I should have an auto DM – all those people seeing my brand and clicking on my link.  Sounds magical.  But I think I’d rather build my community more “one at a time”.  And more personally.

Am I wrong?  Send me your auto DM if you have one you like.  Or suggest one for me.  One that won’t have me reaching for my own throat.

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