How to Hunt Clients on X (Twitter) Without Being Weird
Alright, let’s get one thing straight: X (yep, Twitter’s rebranded name) isn’t just for memes, trending chaos, or ranting about bad Wi-Fi. If used right, it’s actually a pretty solid place to find clients—especially if you’re in the creative, tech, or freelance space.
But here’s the catch: if you’re out here hard-pitching strangers like “Hey, need a website?” in their replies… bro, stop. We’re not hunting like cavemen with spears. We’re sniping with charm and strategy.
Let’s break it down ;
Step 1: Fix Your Profile So It Sells Without Saying a Word
First impressions hit fast on X. Your bio and pinned tweet? That’s your mini billboard.
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Username + Display Name: Keep it clean. If your @ is @DesignGuy94 but you’re branding yourself as a UX pro, maybe update that.
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Bio: Say exactly what you do in a clear, friendly tone.
Example: “I help startups level up their websites 🚀 | DM me for collabs | Founder @SaadiGraphics”
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Pinned Tweet: Use this space to showcase your best work, a testimonial thread, or a call-to-action like “Taking 2 new clients this month.”
People will check your profile before replying. Make it count.
Step 2: Follow the Right People (AKA Your Future Clients)
X is all about the feed. You gotta curate your timeline like your Spotify playlist—intentional and vibes-only.
Follow:
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People in your niche (e.g., coaches, SaaS founders, indie hackers)
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Business owners who tweet regularly
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Agencies you’d love to collab with
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Creators who might refer work
Engage with their tweets, not with “please hire me” energy—but with curiosity, humor, or insight. Be a real human.
Step 3: Use the Search Bar Like a Detective
Here’s the fun part. Twitter’s search is for lead gen. You can literally find people asking for help.
Try searching:
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“Looking for a designer”
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“Need a web developer”
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“Can anyone recommend a branding expert?”
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“Freelance photographer recommendations?”
Filter by “Latest” and start replying. But here’s the move: DON’T oversell. Just reply like:
“Hey! I’ve worked with similar brands—happy to chat if you’re still looking. Here’s a recent project: [link]”
Then follow up in the DMs only if it feels natural.
Step 4: Make Noise (But the Good Kind)
You don’t have to be an influencer. But you do have to show up. Post consistently—share your work, your process, your thoughts.
Try a weekly routine like:
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Mon: Quick tip from your industry
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Wed: Share a recent client win or mini case study
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Fri: Something personal or fun (keep it human)
People need to see you to trust you. Your tweets build familiarity—and familiarity builds bookings.
And if you’re not into designing your own graphics for your tweets? Guess what—Saadi Graphics can hook you up. We do visuals that make people stop scrolling.
Step 5: Slide into DMs, But Do It Smooth
The DMs are sacred. Don’t treat them like an email blast.
If someone follows you back and they fit your ideal client vibe, wait a bit. Engage with their content. Then you can slide in with:
“Hey [name], I’ve been loving your content on [topic]. I work with people in your space and have some ideas for how you could boost [specific thing]. Happy to share if you’re open.”
See that? Chill, respectful, and helpful.
Step 6: Build In Public
This is huge on X. “Building in public” just means you share what you’re working on, what you’re learning, and what you’re struggling with.
Start a thread:
“Just finished a logo for a podcast brand. Here’s the breakdown
Or:
“What I learned designing a landing page for a mental health startup
People love watching behind the scenes. It builds trust. And trust leads to clients.
Step 7: Stay Consistent, Not Thirsty
The key? Show up daily, not desperately.
You’re not always gonna get replies, likes, or leads every week. But if you keep showing up with value and being genuine, it starts to snowball.
Be someone people WANT to work with. That’s the real sauce.
TL;DR — Twitter Client Hunting Game Plan:
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Polish your profile – make it clear, friendly, and professional.
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Follow + engage – don’t just shout into the void. Talk to people.
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Use search to find leads – there are real opportunities hiding there daily.
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Post content – let people see your skills and personality.
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DM respectfully – no spam, no pressure.
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Build in public – share your journey.
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Repeat – this is a long game, not a one-time sprint.
And look, if you’re trying all this but your brand looks meh, your graphics are giving “template from 2010,” or you just need a solid site to back you up—Saadi Graphics is the digital squad you need. From websites to brand visuals, we got you.
Now go hunt (nicely).
