Simple Pin Podcast: Simple ways to boost your business using Pinterest

A few years ago we did a summer story series, then last year we took a break. Mostly because I had become sick with a thyroid disorder that had come our remission after 12 years. It literally took me out for a month while doctors finally surfaced what was happening. 

But in that absence, people emailed saying they missed the story series and it had been a highlight for them the last few years that we had done it. 

The spirit behind t...

The discussion around AI and Pinterest has not been scarce. From AI slop hitting the platform via bad actors to how Pinterest is going to combat that slop, there’s no shortage of conversation starters around this topic. In order to get everyone on the same page about AI updates I figured this would be a good podcast/video for me to record so you all know where to find resources as well as what developments have taken place. I’m als...

In this episode, I want to break down everything you need to know about Pinterest's powerful product tagging feature that can transform your pins into direct shopping opportunities. – Product tagging!

Learn why and how both product sellers and affiliate marketers can leverage this tool to boost sales. We'll cover the technical how-to's, best practices for seamless user experience, and share key statistics showing why ...

Pinterest is a search and discovery platform. It thrives on creators sharing their ideas, products, and experiences in order to support the pinners. Pinners are looking for ideas, products or experiences to enhance their lives, dream into the future, and discover something new. The hard part about that is the burden of creating content can feel overhwelming and tough. 

As a creator we’re looking to leverage all of these platforms th...

Keywords have been a part of the Pinterest ecosystem for over 10 years. It’s how pins get surfaced when pinners are searching. How pins end up in their home feed after they have previously searched for a product or topic. Without keywords we wouldn’t have Pinterest. So then as a marketer what’s the problem? Why are people struggling so much to use keywords? 

I’ve convered this topic extensively in the last 9 years. I went back to lo...

We’re diving into a 3-part series on troubleshooting your Pinterest marketing. We’re going to take 3 aspects of marketing and provide guidance on what can be improved. The 3 topics we’re covering are  – images, keywords, and content. First up, images! The flagship way users interact with your content. I believe these are where you get the most bang for your buck. 

At Simple Pin Media, we have a team of designers that will not only c...

Let’s talk about volume vs. conversion and how that relates to your Pinterest marketing strategy. There are two camps of people in my community – those who want more traffic and those who want more sales. There are some that have both but more often than not one of those goals wins out. Add to it the frustration of the internet changing and you have a lot of confused, overwhelmed, and frustrated people. But I would argue the frustr...

What are Pinterest board sections and how do you use them in your Pinterest marketing? That’s the question we’re answering today in this latest guidance from Pinterest about Pinterest Board sections. 

Intro - Call to Action: After you listen to this episode, you may feel a little overwhelmed with where to start in regard to cleaning up your account or updating your boards. Our team has been briefed on all of these changes, and we ha...

To say the discussion around using AI images on Pinterest has been expansive would be an understatement. I can’t open an app without people talking about it. As I’ve said in a recent podcast, there is a way to do this ethically and I think Jeff Sieh has come up with a way to stick to your creative roots and serve your users. 

Previous podcast on AI images 

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This is for my eCommerce listeners. If you’re looking to kicks...

Pinterest isn’t just about pinning pretty pictures; it’s a powerful marketing tool that can drive long-term traffic and conversions. But to make the most of it, you need to have clear, actionable goals. So, let’s dive into how you can set smart Pinterest marketing goals that actually move the needle in your business.

Intro - Call to Action: Pinterest is growing right now. Just last quarter they reported 553 million active users. And...

You can drive traffic from Pinterest all day, every day, but converting them to long-term buyers is a little more difficult. In this episode we’re going to dive into some simple, practical ways to make sure whatever you’re doing on Pinterest is optimized for sales. 

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Let’s talk Pinterest Ads because they can be awesome. One of our clients in the wedding and fashion space 5x’d their sales with Pinterest Ads and they aren’t looking back. Let me tell you the story to get your wheels turning and see how you can leverage Pinterest Ads in your business. 

If you’re interested in getting started with Pinterest Ads you can do one of two things - hire us to consult with you while you’re building them on y...

If you haven’t picked up on a trend from the last few episodes, we’ve been working our way through talking about conversions. It’s good to use Pinterest to drive traffic to your website but what happens when they land there? How can optimize your website for the conversions that you want. Today’s guest specializes in converting cold traffic, those who have no idea who you are or what you do. 

If you’re looking to spend more time on ...

Pinterest brings a lot of traffic to websites, but if we don’t have our conversion funnels set up or a pathway for them to connect with us, we’re missing out on valuable connections. I’m exploring different ways that website owners can increase conversions on their Pinterest traffic by interviewing experts who specialize in a diverse range of conversion optimization. Mariana Heninger does this through video and has an Emmy as well....

It’s no secret that Pinterest users are cold. Meaning they don’t know you or what you do. So getting them on your email list might be tough. But we’re going to talk today about how you can get them to say yes to your email offer and then how you can convert them to sales when they get on your list. 

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On a previous episode with Cookie Finance, the sponsor of today’s podcast, we interviewed their owner and CEO about a few things creators should watch for when selecting their accountants. We’re following up on that episode with some accounting myths creators should also be aware of. 

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We have a real treat for you all today. Malik Duchard, Chief Content Officer at Pinterest, is talking all about how Pinterest views creators and their partnership with the Pinterest platform.

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Description: Kate Kordsmeier ditched the social media grind, let go of most of her team and started to use a new business model. Has it worked? She’s here to tell her story and why she might not include Pinterest in her efforts to ditch social media.

Intro - Call to Action:  If you walk away from this episode inspired to learn more about Pinterest marketing OR hand off your Pinterest marketing to the experts, you can learn more by v...

Just like all other social platforms, Pinterest has a unique algorithm that determines which content gets prioritized to appear in feeds and search results. This distribution method not only improves user experience but also helps businesses capture leads during key moments of inspiration and purchase intent. While growing your reach can feel challenging at times, understanding the algorithm makes a big difference. 

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