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Last week BusinessWeek released its list of the top 20 people for entrepreneurs to follow on Twitter. While the included some great people in their list, I think they missed some.  So here are the top 12 people to follow that Businessweek missed.  Feel free to extend the list by nominating people you think that both BusinessWeek and I missed!

1. Michael Hyatt, CEO Thomas Nelson Publishers  (@michaelhyatt)

Michael shares excellent success tips, important blog posts, and even gives away a free book from time to time.

Sample Tweet:
“I am reading, “15 Unconventional Uses of #WordPress in Action”: http://bit.ly/2YtVXk (via @wpbeginner, one of my favorite sites)”

2. J. Sewell Perkins (@TheSCIcoach)

J.S. Perkins is a life and business development coach. She shares great quotes, encouragement and advice

Sample Tweet:
“ “The ability to convert ideas to things is the secret of outward success.” – Henry Ward Beecher”

3. Alex Shalman (@alexshalman)

Alex is a personal development blogger and podcaster.  He has recently entered dental school as he works towards his dreams.  He shares personal updates and professional development advice.

Sample Tweet:
“You’re only lonely when you don’t like who you’re alone with…and Im having a ball ”

4. Leo Babauta (@Zen_Habits)

Leo is the author of “The Power of Less”, and the blog Zen Habits.  He is currently one of the leaders in the A List Blogger Bootcamp. He shares links, advice, and blog posts through Twitter.

Sample Tweet:
“’Prevail. Prevail. Prevail.’ ~David Hieatt”

5. Darren Rowse (@ProBlogger)

Darren Rowse is the well known author of the blogs ProBlogger and Twitip.  He will keep you up to date on the latest happening and advice for bloggers and twitter users.

Sample Tweet:
“I would strongly advise holding off on upgrading to Snow Leopard – or at least make sure you’re completely backed up before upgrading”

6. Tom Ziglar (@TomZiglar)

Tom is the son of Zig Ziglar. On Twitter, he shares great quotes from his dad, and other gems from around the internet.

Sample Tweet
“The most practical, beautiful, workable philosophy in the world won’t work –if you won’t.Zig Ziglar”

7. Rick Cooper (@RickCooper)

Rick Cooper is an attraction marketing specialist who shares business advice and tips.

Sample Tweet:
“Question of the Day: Do you have a backup plan when your technology fails?”

8. Tony Robbins (@tonyrobbins)

The real Tony Robbins, the motivational speaker and expert. He shares tips, quotes and links to help you stay focused and motivated.

Sample Tweet:
“ “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” Winston Churchill”

9. Alejandro Reyes (@Successfool)

Reyes is the author and blogger better known as Successfool. He tweets social media tips and is very interactive.

Sample Tweet:
“Would it be negative to Tweet examples of Cheesy Marketing? Example: “Cheesy: Don’t tag people on FB to get them to see your spam””

10. Christine Hill (@Chillami)

Christine is a social media expert and web designer from Utah.  She shares great tips, quotes and links to important articles.

Sample Tweet:
“”Time & money spent in helping men do more for themselves is far better than mere giving.” Henry Ford”

11. John C. Maxwell (@johncmaxwell)

Leadership expert and author of books such as “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” shares leadership lessons and quotes.

Sample Tweet
““What legacy r u building? “I hope people will remember me as one who was kind & considerate of others” -John Wooden””

12. Lance Armstrong (@lancearmstrong)

As an athlete rather than an entrepreneur or blogger, Armstrong may appear out of place on this list.  However, following Lance through Twitter gives you an inside look into the life of this inspirational man.

Sample Tweet:
“Done riding. Took 2 decently nasty ‘diggers’. If someone finds my technical skills, please return them, reward offered.”

Who did I miss?  Be sure to share your recommendations below!  Until then, happy Tweeting!

Written by:
The Success Professor – Danny Gamache

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