Don't miss out on valuable advice and community-building! Follow these Twitter accounts, stet!

Social media is a brilliant business solution and a giant time suck all at once. Harness Twitter for good by following these 11 accounts that each bring a little something different to the entrepreneurial table.
1. @FreelanceWJ
Are you already a seasoned freelance writer—or are you thinking about taking the leap from your day job? Either way, this Twitter account will work for you. Freelance Writing Gigs is a great source for gigs and links to truly helpful articles that’ll help you boost your freelance career. It’s like having a ray of hope and information in your feed! Follow @FreelanceWJ.
Samples from their feed:
Get your hands on this easy-to-follow guide on how to get started on #freelancewriting while working a day job https://t.co/RjNXbONlIO pic.twitter.com/SRh5cufgul
— FreelanceWritingJobs (@FreelanceWJ) March 29, 2017
5 Helpful Tips When Transitioning to Legal Writing https://t.co/Vp37RFp0mx #legalwriting pic.twitter.com/7SiCz1QvAG
— FreelanceWritingJobs (@FreelanceWJ) July 29, 2017
2. @Sara_Horowitz
Be part of the freelance movement (or at least be on top of it) with Freelancers Union founder and executive director Sara Horowitz. Her Twitter feed is chock-full of timely information about the gig economy and you don’t want to miss her smart responses to the latest news items and how they affect freelancers. Follow @Sara_Horowitz.
Samples from her feed:
Solidarity? There’s an app for that. This is the new organizing of the 21st century https://t.co/UWnu2DR6xV #FreelanceIsntFree
— Sara Horowitz (@Sara_Horowitz) May 15, 2017
.@Sara_Horowitz @nytimes: We should look at common issues to turn independent-worker gigs into middle-class careers https://t.co/SzUxaMSQfx
— Freelancers Union (@freelancersu) April 24, 2017
We need tax reform for freelancers! @Sara_Horowitz in the @latimes: https://t.co/rUzyrrI2GO
— Freelancers Union (@freelancersu) April 18, 2017
3. @smallbiztrends
It pays to follow Small Business Trends’ Twitter account, no matter what kind of business you’re in. You’ll get the heads up on growth strategies, important news that will affect the business decision you make and resources on how to take care of your professional responsibilities. Follow @smallbiztrends.
Samples from their feed:
Here’s a Step-by-Step Guide on How to Create Awesome Meetings https://t.co/WmRlNdnMwo By @creativedropout
— Anita Campbell (@smallbiztrends) July 30, 2017
Regardless of your type of biz, a business plan is a crucial element. How you can craft a winning business plan. https://t.co/Zgb594cqw0 pic.twitter.com/Y4npjuk6tD
— Anita Campbell (@smallbiztrends) July 29, 2017
4. @SmallBizLady
Melinda Emerson is the author of “Be Your Own Boss in 12 Months” and prolific self-promoter on Twitter. In between announcements of the many small business events she’s part of, you’ll also get helpful and inspirational nuggets as you start the journey into entrepreneurship. Follow @SmallBizLady.
Samples from her feed:
7 signs you’ve got the right entrepreneurial mindset to start a business. https://t.co/fqaYHg7HRB #smallbusiness #entrepreneur #startup
— Melinda Emerson (@SmallBizLady) July 30, 2017
10 things you should be thankful for as a small business owner. https://t.co/qMq8wtQtCC #smallbusiness #business #businesstips
— Melinda Emerson (@SmallBizLady) July 29, 2017
5. @jeffbullas
You’ll find one of the world’s leading content marketing influencers and social media strategist in the pages of Forbes, Entrepreneur, The New York Times and Inc. with wisdom for small businesses. His website is also rich with intriguing how-to pieces on getting your business more attention. Follow him on Twitter so you don’t miss a thing. Follow @jeffbullas.
Samples from his feed:
18 Unusual Habits of Extremely Creative People https://t.co/rwLStigVSC #creativity pic.twitter.com/MUwIdynmWn
— Jeff Bullas (@jeffbullas) July 30, 2017
How to Make Your Video Rank Number One on YouTube (Case Study) https://t.co/E0kuyuG6k2 #videomarketing #youtube pic.twitter.com/YBeGSWDiyL
— Jeff Bullas (@jeffbullas) July 30, 2017
6. @TiceWrites
Carol Tice is the bright mind behind the Make a Living Writing website, which is a veritable treasure trove of information for freelance writers. Her Twitter account is equally informative—not only does it link to new content on her site, it offers access to insight into the business with sharp retweets of news and voices you might not find on your own. Follow @TiceWrites.
Samples from her feed:
“Advice to Writers Who Feel Like a Fraud (from a Writer Who Feels Like a Fraud)” https://t.co/hLnqJEg8P0 @Melwicks #impostersyndrome pic.twitter.com/FsnvlkMbbc
— Smart Blogger (@smartbloggerhq) July 28, 2017
“Grabbing a part-time job can be exactly what you need to do instead of relinquishing your #writing dream.” https://t.co/EQjGXVI7Xp pic.twitter.com/9ac0gX4P2A
— Carol Tice (@TiceWrites) July 28, 2017
7. @suitcasepreneur
Ever wondered what it would be like to chuck it all and travel the world—while still making a great living? Natalie Sisson is smack in the middle of a worldwide adventure and simultaneously earning six figures with her tech company. You can get the whole story on her website, but her Twitter feed is a great place for sizzling small business marketing tips and a constant reminder that there are greener pastures if you’ve got wanderlust of your own. Follow @suitcasepreneur.
Samples from her feed:
How to Get Your First 1,000 Followers on Every Major Social Network https://t.co/lHFJozkXt8 via @buffer pic.twitter.com/F6szqIN9s5
— Natalie Sisson (@suitcasepreneur) July 29, 2017
“When too much change is dangerous” https://t.co/Gp9JFQnd7T pic.twitter.com/h21vAmqjBu
— Natalie Sisson (@suitcasepreneur) July 29, 2017
8. @GrammarGirl
Even the most skilled writers need some grammar help from time to time. And if writing isn’t your greatest strength, wouldn’t it be nice to get a gradual education via your Twitter feed? Enter New York Times bestselling author Mignon Fogarty aka GrammarGirl. She’ll tell you what she’s covering on her latest podcast episodes and “quick and dirty” tips you can use in everything you write. Follow @GrammarGirl.
Samples from her feed:
Generation X just got an upgrade. Our name gets capitalized now! https://t.co/R10rv4MJ1T via @quickdirtytips pic.twitter.com/BrmQxY6mYo
— Mignon Fogarty (@GrammarGirl) July 14, 2017
Don’t Capitalize the “French” in “French Fries”: Here’s why: https://t.co/sPc4JQZP5G via @quickdirtytips #NationalFrenchFryDay
— Mignon Fogarty (@GrammarGirl) July 13, 2017
9. @MelissaOnline
More than 120,000 followers get regular doses of entrepreneurial inspiration from the founder of She Owns It, a blog that celebrates, supports and connects women business owners. You can expect success stories that may galvanize you in new and exciting directions, plus wise business tips for any entrepreneur. Follow @MelissaOnline.
Samples from her feed:
This 29-year-old turned her #sidehustle into a full-time job as a ‘bridesmaid for hire’ https://t.co/rj9E1hcdun #entrepreneur pic.twitter.com/cQDfT3LTTM
— Melissa Stewart (@MelissaOnline) July 29, 2017
10. @ramonray
The founder of the Smart Hustle magazine and blog, Ramon Ray is an entrepreneur who lives to energize other entrepreneurs. Look for practical but entertaining tweets that you can use in your business every day. Follow @ramonray.
Samples from his feed:
Technology tips for freelancing https://t.co/VmgeTA79Ik Ramon’s latest on @WellsFargoWorks pic.twitter.com/D9dDQ5nrla
— Ramon Ray (@ramonray) July 29, 2017
What is a #CRM? Get the answer here from @getuwired. https://t.co/RXm72UgarL #ICON17 @Infusionsoft
— Ramon Ray (@ramonray) July 28, 2017
11. @BarbaraCorcoran
You know her face from ABC’s Shark Tank, but there’s a brilliant business mind behind the show business flare. Her two-line tweets may not look like much, but many are as profound and thought-provoking for small business owners as a 2,000-word feature in The New York Times. It’s worth a follow. Follow @BarbaraCorcoran.
Samples from her feed:
If you plan to be a big success in life, don’t pace yourself or rely on a business plan -the key is biting off more than you can chew.
— Barbara Corcoran (@BarbaraCorcoran) July 24, 2017
Never keep a job you don’t enjoy. If you can’t find the courage to fire yourself, you better hope that someone else will.
— Barbara Corcoran (@BarbaraCorcoran) July 23, 2017
You’re crazy to wait for the big opportunity. Every successful person I know hops from one little one to the next.
— Barbara Corcoran (@BarbaraCorcoran) July 23, 2017
What Twitter accounts are your must-follows? Let us know in the comments below!
Written by Heather Hudson, Freelance Contributor
Posted on August 21, 2017