Are you tired of hearing about Pinterest yet? I’m sure you are but this won’t be the typical Pinterest post so feel free to read on.
My Original Plan
My original plan was to not join Pinterest because the last thing that I needed was another social media site to learn and possibly enjoy spending time on.
I was very happy with Facebook, Google Plus and Twitter. The more that I tried to ignore it the more that people were talking about it. Everywhere. Other bloggers, entrepreneurs, friends on Facebook, people on the mom boards that I’m on.
It was everywhere and there was a lot of buzz and excitement surrounding it!
Finally I sucked it up and asked for an invite. There was some issue signing in, it required some sort of authorization through Facebook to start an account and there was some type of a glitch. I spent too long that day trying to make it work and eventually gave up and decided to stick with my initial decision to avoid it.
Of course Pinterest was still everywhere that I turned and I read an interesting post by my friend Ilka Flood about how Pinterest can help get more blog traffic and asked her for an invite. This time I was able to get an account set up.
Why Pinterest is My Favorite Social Networking Site
I have loved it since I got started! I’m not nearly as excited about any of the other sites and if I have a free moment I love to use it “pinning”. Why do I love it so much? I’m glad that you asked!
It’s fun! First and foremost it’s simply fun. I find it relaxing to sit and scroll through the images that others have pinned. Apparently I’m one of the masses who is tired of reading and enjoys images.
It’s much easier to find what you’ve shared. Have you ever wanted to go back and find something that you shared on Facebook or Twitter a long time ago? Good luck finding it. It gets buried down everything else because there is no real order aside from time.
You can repin the ones that you like onto your own boards and if you like something but don’t want to repin it you can just like it and it is saved in your “likes”. Everything is saved where you put it making it so much easier to go back to it.
Discovery! There is so much to learn and discover on Pinterest. Want to find a new idea for dinner? You know it’s there. Looking for ideas to declutter your home? You’ll find it. Want to make your own home cleaning products? Done. I’ve got a wonderful air freshener that I made in two minutes with stuff I had at home. Looking for ideas on how to build your blog? You’ll find it there too.
It’s a form of self expression. You can create boards on any topic that you want and put any pictures that you want. It allows for a lot of creativity and you can express all kinds of interests that you have. It’s not all just about food, puppies and kids. Your imagination is your limit!
It reminds me of when I was growing up and I would decorate my bedroom walls with all kinds of posters, pictures, album covers, or anything else that expressed my individuality at the time.
You can see some of mine below. You can see how I’ve had fun with it. I’m definitely using Pinterest to be about ME and not just business or a brand. If you follow me on Pinterest you will see more than just “Me, Inc.” You’ll get to know me much more than before!
You can promote your posts. Oh yeah…that aspect too! I’m not going to go into that too in depth because you can find information on that topic all over the place. Though I do recommend Ilka’s post that I linked above.
The possibility for something to viral on Pinterest is pretty good if you have a great image and say something good about it. If people like it they will repin it to their boards and their friends will do the same.
I was quite surprised when I pinned a link to my post on meditation it was immediately repinned by someone that I don’t know. My other blog pins haven’t gone that far yet but I saw the potential with my meditation post.
If you haven’t joined yet and would like an invite leave a comment with the email you want associated with Pinterest. I would be very happy to invite you!
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Oh NO! Too late! I read your article about pinterest
Great one 
Aaaah … and I’ll write you a pm later on as I just changed a few mails with the guys from pinterest today’s morning and got introduced into a secret search function 
Regards – @Andreas @Nachhilfe
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:41 pm
Thank you, Andreas!
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It sure is wonderful Stacy!
Just like you, I just can’t seem to get off Pinterest! And yes, people whom we don’t know are also able to pin your content or like it, and it’s almost like a chain reaction- as their friends further, if the content is liked by them also- keep pinning along
I think it is wonderful indeed, provided you have time to spare to check out all the boards of others and don’t really get glued to it
Thanks for sharing
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:47 pm
Hi Harleena,
It can definitely be a time eater if we aren’t careful!
I like to go on Pinterest when I need a little mental break. 
Stacy
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Hi Stacy-
Thanks for the information on Pininterest. You just helped me understand it a little better. I am going to go check it out now.
Have a great weekend!!
sean
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
Hi Sean,
I’m glad that I was able to help.
Stacy
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Hi Stacy, so far I love Pinterest. I have used it a little but not to its full extent yet. I think the largest issue is making the images look good and then also remembering to share when you don’t see the button. Also I’ve visited some Pinterest pages that take forever to load because… guest what lol, they have to many images. I don’t know how they’re going to solve this issue. With that said I still give it a thumbs up because it’s really cool to use and also fun. I’ll also share this on my Pinterest Tips board.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:49 pm
Hi Brian,
I’ve added a Pin It button to my browser’s tool bar so that I can easily pin anything!
Stacy
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My only issue now is that with all of the legal questions about Pinterest and their EULA agreement. It pretty much puts you in the hotseat if someone where to have an issue with an image you posted on Pinterest.
Just make sure that YOU own the image and it should be all good.
I’ve been using it for awhile now to not only promote my blog – but you can create boards just about anything! LOL for some reason I did one about my favorite TV shows growing up.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:56 pm
I agree with that, which is probably why I haven’t uploaded any images onto Pinterest! I pin from other sites and repin what others have pinned.
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I have joined Pinterest but don’t see any reason to roam around there. It’s far more productive in Facebook/Twitter or even LinkedIn. Just my personal opinion.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:57 pm
Facebook and Twitter definitely have their own benefits and Pinterest has it’s place too! Many entrepreneurs are beginning to see how it can help their business!
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Hi Stacy,
Thanks so much for the mention and link! I love Pinterest for the same reasons you do. It’s just a fantastic site. But, it also can get pretty addicting. So I do set my alarm to remind me not to spend too much time on there.
Again, thanks so much for the mention.
Have an awesome weekend!
Ilka
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 4:58 pm
Hi Ilka,
The alarm is a great idea!
Stacy
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I am totally with you when it comes to how I feel about Pinterest. I never thought I’d like such a thing, but the more I get into it and the more I find awesome, interesting photos to share, it is fast becoming my favorite.
I still love the old school networks, but Pinterest offers that quick way of connecting and finding inspiring, cute, funny or social aspects that you can’t find anywhere else.
It seems REAL, too, like people are on there to truly share something awesome instead of just promoting.
Thanks for the post.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:00 pm
Hi Morgan,
I think that’s a great point that there is a lot more sharing and a lot less promoting. I have seen some people who mostly self-promote but they are in the small minority!
Stacy
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Pinterest is fun, but be careful! Terms of Use state that by pinning a picture, you either own it or have permission to use it.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:00 pm
That is a very important point to be aware of before uploading anything!
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Hey Stacy,
Thanks for sharing, pininterest is one of my favorite places to be. I love sharing things too, so it’s right up my alley
I am passionate about expression so especially so can see why you would like it.
Ryan
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Ryan,
Pinterest is a great place for people who love to express themselves!
Stacy
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Pinterist is pretty fun to use. I really like the visual aspect of it seeing an image of the pinned article. So far, I like pinterest a lot as well.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:01 pm
Hi Richard,
I like that aspect too!
Stacy
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Initially, people thought that Pinterest was mostly for the fashion, wedding and art and crafts industry. Now it’s quite clear that many other types of businesses are benefiting by using this visual bookmarking website.
We are visual creatures. People are liking this platform because it’s real fun. Pinning images and getting your images repinned is definitely a wonderful experience. That’s why more and more people are flocking to Pinterest.
Thanks for yet another post on Pinterest.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:03 pm
I agree and I think that more and more people will find the appeal and join in the coming months.
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Hi Stacy,
thanks for sharing your insights. I am part of Pinterest too and I haven’t gotten the knack of it yet. Yes, it’s kind of fun, but I haven’t seen yet how it can help my business. We will see, I am open to learn
Be blessed
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:04 pm
Hi Oliver,
I’m still learning too but I can see that there is a lot of potential there. It makes it even more important for us to choose good images for our blog posts!
Stacy
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Great article Stacy! I have to agree, I haven’t jumped on the Pineterst bandwagon yet. But it seems like every where I look, someone is saying something about it. So alas! I guess I’ll need to join.
BTW I loved your statement about the posters, pictures, albums on the wall. You must be an 80s baby like myself (or close to the 80s).
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:05 pm
Thanks, Angelica! Yes, I spent a good chunk of my childhood in the 80s!
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Pinterest is like the coolest kid in the neighborhood now! It’s fun, therefore addictive. It’s therapeutic (sort of) and inspiring to collect and curate pretty things, concepts and photos.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Hi Sara,
Yes those are definitely the aspects that tend to appeal to people!
Stacy
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Hello Stacy:
Thanks for sharing this information.
I too had seen a lot of ‘buzz’ about this site.
Your article here make me more curious…
Sure …send me an invitation & I will try it our
Thanks
Matt Geib
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Hi Matt,
I will be happy to send you an invitation!
Stacy
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Pinterest really has taken over the whole internet. Everyone is blogging about it as well as people are sharing everything there.
If some few months ago I was first between my Facebook friends who joined Pinterest then now most of the friends are on Pinterest.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 5:17 pm
It really seems to have taken over! It is very popular right now!
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I just got re-addicted to Pinterest! I haven’t used it for blogging as much but yes, I am hoping to use it to direct traffic to my blogs. I have used to put up a million pics of things I love!
The new craze!
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 6:54 pm
Yes, it really is – and I love that it’s useful for business too!
Stacy
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I am still really trying to stay away from this thing but it really is everywhere now, almost every blog I regularly look at has as post about it. I deleted my facebook account a few weeks ago because I was spending too long on their and dont like what its becoming, I have used the time quite productivly but I get the feeling that this free time could now be snatched away by pinterest!
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:02 pm
I’m sure that you have a lot more time without facebook! I know that when I stay away from it I notice the difference!
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I’ve seen my friends using the Pinterest. So far, it seems nice, but I’m still not interested with it thou. That’s weird. Hm..
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:03 pm
It’s not for everyone, though it could be a way to promote your business.
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Maybe I should just sign up for Pinterest already then!
It seems like Pinterest is taking over the Internet social media !
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:04 pm
Hi Julie,
Let me know if you’d like me to send you an invite!
Stacy
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Hi Stacy
I’ve been hearing a lot about the legal implications of posting pictures on Pinterest, but I guess it comes down to crediting your sources right? I need to do a bit more digging to see whether it’s something I’d want to get involved with but your points above have given my research a kick start. Thannks!
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:05 pm
Hi Mena,
Yes, when you upload an image you need to be very careful that you own the rights to it!
Stacy
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Stacy! OMG! I was determined not to join Pinterest. Now I can’t stay away. I actually have it set to one of my homepages. So when I turn on my computer in the morning, I get to see what new inspiring things are there! Consider yourself now, Pinterest ‘stalked’…haha…
Thanks for all the insightful things you always have to say. Looking forward to following you on yet another social medium.
Lisa
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:07 pm
Hi Lisa,
I always end up on Pinterest because I haven’t turned off any notifications so I always get an email when someone likes or repins something I pinned!
See you there!
Stacy
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You have introduced this social media in a professional and attractive way. I will sure explore it.It is also milestone to improve online business.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:08 pm
Have you given it a try?
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I think I’m addicted to Pinterest. Like you, I resisted joining at first. But now I spend more time there than on Facebook. I can click around on that site for hours.
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:09 pm
Hi Carly,
I definitely spend more time there than on FB these days!
Stacy
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Hey Stacy,
I heard about Pinterest when Brankica from Bloglikeastar wrote an extensive guide about it – Joined it through her link – but I didn’t find it that interesting (fact is that I didn’t spend much time with it because I don’t really want to waste time on another social networking site). I am glad that you enjoy it, but I am just going to stick with my decision for some time because right now, I don’t really have the time to spend – I could still find time but I am just going to stay away
Thanks for the post,
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Stacy Reply:
March 13th, 2012 at 7:20 pm
Hi Jeevan,
I definitely understand your point of view!
I decidedly gave up FB time for Pinterest!
Stacy
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Oh, now I’m even more worked up about Pinterest! As a florist and artist I can see so many ways of using it. If you could invite me I’d be so happy!
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Stacy Reply:
March 17th, 2012 at 1:11 pm
I sent it the other day, let me know if you got it!
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I resisted Pinterest for awhile too and decided to take a look at it yesterday. My wife has a friend who sent me an invitation so that I could get in. I definitely like the visual aspect. It is a lot of fun to scan through all of the images and see new things. It’s also a great way to get links back to you blog. That’s really why I joined, but I think I’m going to use it for a lot more than just that now. It’s an easy way to share the things that you like.
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