Hashtag Smash(tag)

#Why #Are #You #Using #So #Many #Hashtags?

Have you ever read a post where you see these random, long tail hashtags and wonder you’re spending time trying to read a random phrase that doesn’t make sense?

Face it: we’ve all fallen prey to hashtag misuse and overload.

If an author need to get their point across, there shouldn’t be a need for the ‘#’ symbol. Put your thoughts in your post if you think it adds value to the reader and will get them to click and interact with your content.

What are Hashtags and Why are They Useful?

Hashtags got their start with the rise of Twitter. They are a useful way to organize your content or become part of the conversation within a trending topic. The keyword here is: topic.

The best way to understand how to use hashtags is similar to organizing your closet:

You may start organizing your closet based on common categories such as: blouses, t-shirts, pants, sweaters etc. right? Or maybe you’re into seasons primarily: winter and summer.

You likely wouldn’t organize your closet based on random occurrences such as: “Clothes I would wear when it’s kind of rainy but could be sunny in the afternoon” or “Sweaters that are only made for -30 degree weather and if I went up to the…