1. 1 #WTF is a Hashtag?! Delve deep into Twitter and Instagram and discover the ever-changing world of hashtags!

2. Today’s Workshop A deeper look at Twitter What is a #hashtag and how they work Creating an Instagram account and hashtaging Hashtags on Facebook Hashtag field trip!

3. Twitter An online social networking service that enables its users to send and read text-based posts of up to 140 characters, known as "tweets."

4. Creating a Twitter Account Visit twitter.com.twitter.com Enter your full name and email. Click “Sign Up.” On the following screen, choose your username/handle (@steelworkers) and complete the sign-up process. Visit twitter.com.twitter.com Enter your full name and email. Click “Sign Up.” On the following screen, choose your username/handle (@steelworkers) and complete the sign-up process.

5. Creating a Twitter Account twitter.com/steelworkers Brand yourself with a header and profile photo. Link your Twitter account to your other networks and websites. Provide a brief description for your followers. Brand yourself with a header and profile photo. Link your Twitter account to your other networks and websites. Provide a brief description for your followers.

6. Your Twitter Dashboard

7. Twitter Lists

8. What is a Hashtag?

9. Makes your post easier to find Helps you join an online conversation Promotes your campaign or message to new audiences Why Do We Use #Hashtags?

10. Twitter Hashtags

11. Instagram An social networking service available on iPhone and Android devices that lets a user share photos.

12. Creating an Account

13. Instagram.com/steelworkers

14. Instagram Hashtags

15. Facebook Hashtags

16. Venture outdoors and post on all three social media networks and use #USPA! We will regroup in 20 minutes to review. Don’t forget your social media basics do’s and don’ts and the use of graphics! Instagram Field Trip!

17. Facebook: facebook.com/steelworkers Twitter: twitter.com/steelworkers YouTube: youtube.com/steelworkers Pinterest: pinterest.com/steelworkers Flickr: flickr.com/unitedsteelworkers Instagram: @steelworkers Online: usw.org/socialmedia Connect with the USW

18. For additional information and assistance, email NewMedia@usw.org NewMedia@usw.org Have Questions?