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“As for Twitter, I've found that you have to learn how to make it add value rather than subtract hours from one's day. Certainly, it affords narcissism and distraction.” quote by Howard Rheingold
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“As for Twitter, I've found that you have to learn how to make it add value rather than subtract hours from one's day. Certainly, it affords narcissism and distraction.”

Howard Rheingold

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Source Article: "The Virtual Community" (1993)

Using Twitter effectively means turning it into a tool that adds value instead of wasting time, despite its tendency toward narcissism and distraction.

In simple terms: Make Twitter a useful tool, not a time sink.

Key Takeaway

Focus on purposeful engagement.

Themes

technology social media productivity self‑control

Mood

reflective critical

Type

advice observational

When to use this quote

  • personal branding
  • networking
  • learning
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

attention economics digital well‑being

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you set boundaries for social media use?
  • What value can you create with each tweet?
A Different Perspective

It can still become a distraction if not managed.

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