Hey hey loves I wanted to share a little tip for how I’ve always driven most of my blog traffic – and that is Pinterest! If you are not currently on Pinterest, you need to join like right now. It’s my top source for traffic to my blog and I find that it’s quite easy to use once you get a hang of it..
The main goal is to create attractive images that link to your blog post or website, you want to create an image that people will click on. I would also try to stick to a theme with your images, same text, same colors, etc..
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So let’s dive right in!
Obviously first step is to create a Pinterest account. Once you’ve done that, you will want to set your profile up to match your website name, brand, and all that fun stuff.
Next step is to develop your content, so once you have a blog post that you wish to promote, head over to Canva to create your promotional image to use on Pinterest! I love Canva, it’s free and super easy to use. Here’s some examples of my blog images that I create for Pinterest..
I try to use same text font, colors, and always include my website link at the bottom! I can make a separate post breaking down Canva itself in the future if you’d like! Let me know in the comments.
Now the next step is really the most important of all to drive the traffic. That is joining Group Boards! Group Boards are created by other people that invite bloggers in to share their Pins, and that way you grow your outreach & audience! Each Group Board has their own rules of joining, and what to post, what not to post, etc.. Here’s a few of my fav Group Boards below you should join!
Top Blogs – Pinterest Viral Board
That’s just a few of my favs!
And there you have it! Once you’ve joined the Group Boards, I’d recommend at least 3 times a day to go in and pin your own content onto the Boards, while sharing and re-pinning others’ as well! Over time, you will see traffic driving to your blog by doing this.
This is quite a simple version of how to use Pinterest for blog traffic, you can go into more detail and join third party platforms that will automatically pin your content for you, like TailWind, but I’ll save that for another post. 😉
Are you currently on Pinterest already? If so, have you noticed blog traffic from using Pinterest? Let me know in the comments below!
I’ve only just started using Pinterest properly so I’m still trying to make it routine to post often but I’m already seeing a little more traffic coming from there so it’s nice to know it’s working x
Sophie
http://www.glowsteady.co.uk
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Ahh that’s amazing!! Yes just takes some time and consistency of using it, so glad you’re already seeing results! 😍
Im still trying to use Pinterest more actively and effectively. But it definitely makes a difference!
http://www.sundaydahlias.com
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Totally makes a difference! Any questions you have about Pinterest, shoot me an email or message! Would be happy to help girl! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
It’s proven to be a useful tool indeed. I especially like the fact you can schedule pins inside Pinterest if you prefer to keep everything “under one roof’ as opposed to using an outside scheduler…
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Yes definitely, lots of options and ways you can use Pinterest to grow your blog!
Loved this post! I’m a newbie to Pinterest and I’m still trying to work out how best to use it. Definitely going to join some of those Board groups!
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So glad you found this useful then! Yes join these groups you’ll notice such a difference with your blog traffic over time, I promise!
Great Post! I totally agree with you on creating beautiful images to attract people to click on your Pinterest post that will lead them to your blog.
I love pinterest, it’s where I get most of my blog traffic from. Thanks for sharing your helpful tips!
I’ve just started using my Pinterest properly again and it seem to be doing okay — I’m hoping it will continue to grow and drive people to my site so these tips will help.
Thanks for sharing!
I’ve got to work a bit more on my Pinterest, but it is taking a lot of time!
Love, Amie ❤
The Curvaceous Vegan
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Glad you’re using Pinterest! Takes some time at first to learn and understand but once you get a hang of it you’re golden! 💕
I hear so many great things about using Pinterest to grow your blog. I LOVE canva – it is so easy to use and you’re not necessarily limited with options. Thanks for sharing all of these boards! I’ll definitely join them :)!
Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me
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Yes Canva is life!! 😍
Great tips! Pinterest is so important to my traffic and yes to Canva! I make all my pins on there
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Glad you liked the post and agree! Canva is the best!
Thank you for this!! I am really trying to up my traffic game and I know Pinterest is a huge source for most bloggers. Definitely going to join some of those groups you linked – they look perfect!
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Yay so glad this was helpful to you! 😊