Twitter is an amazing resource, but it takes some time and effort to get to know the community — and for the community to get to know you.

Here are some easy ways to start finding people to follow on Twitter:

• Look for your favorite bloggers - Most list their Twitter handles on their websites.
• Watch the Public Timeline - If someone tweets something of interest, follow them.
• Copy your friends - On Twitter, it’s cool to follow your friends’ friends. See who your favorite Twitterers are following, and follow the ones you find most interesting.
• Search for friends - Use a Twitter search engine to find keywords related to your favorite places, hobbies, or activities. Follow the people you most closely identify with.
• Use Twitter tracking - Find new followers by tracking your favorite keywords.
• Promote your Twitter handle - Put your Twitter name in your email signature and on your website to encourage people to follow you first!

Be sure to read our post on Twitter Etiquette so you can start tweeting on the right foot!