Twitter chats are scheduled, virtual meetups centered around a specific hashtag that foster real-time engagement and community building. Whether you are looking to network or establish your brand as a thought leader, this guide covers everything you need to know about participating in or leading these conversations in 2025.

Part 1: Joining a Twitter Chat

Participating in a chat is a low-pressure way to build connections and increase your follower count.

• Find Your Niche: Research industry influencers and track relevant hashtags to find chats that match your field.

• Prepare Your Intro: Most chats begin with a round of introductions; have a short, friendly bio ready to go.

• Follow the Q&A Format: Hosts post questions labeled Q1, Q2, etc.; participants respond with A1, A2, etc..

• Use the Hashtag: You must include the designated chat hashtag in every single tweet to ensure other participants can see your contribution.

• Engagement Over Promotion: Focus on being helpful rather than selling; brands that act as “personable” individuals see higher success than those pushing products.