FSD3658 Twitter Use of Diplomats and Foreign Policy Professionals Survey 2021

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[q1] Do you have an individual Twitter account (in your own name) that you are using in your work?

[q2] How long have you been using Twitter?

[q3_1] How frequently do you use Twitter (for each activity)? Tweeting

[q3_2] How frequently do you use Twitter (for each activity)? Retweeting

[q3_3] How frequently do you use Twitter (for each activity)? Replying to others' tweets

[q3_4] How frequently do you use Twitter (for each activity)? Following other accounts

[q3_5] How frequently do you use Twitter (for each activity)? Following news

[q4] How well does your Twitter use satisfy your personal goals?

[q5] How well does your Twitter use satisfy your work organizations goals?

[q6] Regarding your work, how important is it to participate actively on Twitter in your own name?

[q8_1] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. I am keenly aware of how others perceive me on Twitter.

[q8_2] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. My mind wanders on Twitter and I often miss parts of what is going on.

[q8_3] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I'm not sure what to say: I can't seem to find the appropriate lines.

[q8_4] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. I am very observant of others' reactions to my tweets.

[q8_5] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. On Twitter, I pay close attention to what others say and do and try to obtain as much information as I can.

[q8_6] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I'm not sure what my role is: that is, I'm not sure how I'm expected to relate to others.

[q8_7] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I pretend to be listening to someone when in fact I'm thinking about something else.

[q8_8] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I feel like I know what should be said (like accepting a compliment, or asking a question), but I hesitate to do so.

[q8_9] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Sometimes on Twitter, I'm not sure what the other really means or intends by certain comments.

[q8_10] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. I carefully observe how others respond to me on Twitter.

[q8_11] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often I feel withdrawn or distant on Twitter.

[q8_12] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I'm not sure what others' needs are (e.g., a compliment, reassurance) until it is too late to respond appropriately.

[q8_13] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. I feel confident on Twitter, I am sure what to say and do.

[q8_14] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I am preoccupied and do not pay complete attention to others.

[q8_15] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I feel sort of unplugged, I am uncertain of my role, others' motives, and what is happening.

[q8_16] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. On Twitter, I often do not accurately perceive others' intentions or motivations.

[q8_17] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. On Twitter, I am very perceptive to the meaning of others' behavior in relation to myself and the situation.

[q8_18] Please, choose one alternative for each item that best characterizes your communication on Twitter. Often on Twitter, I can't think of what to say, I just don't react quickly enough.

[q10_1] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in the amount of media exposure and publicity.

[q10_2] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in positive media coverage.

[q10_4] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Decrease in negative media coverage.

[q10_5] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in relationship maintenance and cultivation with stakeholders.

[q10_6] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in new networks building.

[q10_7] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Maintaining important networks.

[q10_8] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in public impression that my country supports good causes.

[q10_9] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in public impression that my country maintains high standards in the way it treats people.

[q10_10] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in public impression that my country is environmentally responsible.

[q10_11] How do you see Twitter communication's contribution on the following aspects for your country? Increase in public impression that my country offers high quality services and products.

[q13] Which of the following options best describes your position at your organization?

[q14] Which embassy personnel category do you belong to?

[q15] In which region are you based in?

[q16] Who operates your Twitter account?

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