I have had Pinterest on my radar screen for a few months. I am convinced it is a great way to make senior housing communities more visible. I have started a Senior Housing Forum Pinterest page, but I would prefer you don't go looking for it yet because it is really rough.
Last week Cisco & Co published a great article on Pinterest.
"Within less than a year from its beginning, Pinterest – a photo-heavy, content-sharing, virtual 'pinboard' where users display and share items of interest – has established itself as one of the hottest and most engaging sites on the social network radar . . . ." Continue reading here
If you are using Pinterest post a link in the comments section.
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What an interesting concept....not sure yet how to use as part of our marketing....
Posted by Andy Wojdula
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Before you leap into Pinterest I would read the article linked below. Written by a photographer/lawyer, the post raises legitimate, ethical questions about pinning photos without permission of the photographer. Pinterest does not give you the legal right to "intellectual property" & could very well become the Napster--exposing Pinners to lawsuits.
http://ddkportraits.com/2012/02/why-i-tearfully-deleted-my-pinterest-inspiration-boards/
Posted by Janice Snyder
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Can some explain to me what pinterest is?
Thank you
Posted by Maureen M. Smallwood
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Excellent advice for those considering Pinterest for their communities. I recently created a personal site where I am creating a vision board of things I love, inspirational thoughts, and travel aspirations. It's fun, creative, and engaging! For community organizations, I think the possibilities are endless for providing rich content to engage your residents and prospects. For the most benefit, you will always link back to your website, blogsite, etc.
Posted by Lori Miller, CPSM, PC
Jenn Chan
With any social media sites, content is important. Make sure the content is applicable and relevant to your audience or followers. I just started building my Pinterest page, which currently focuses on stats/infographics pertaining to caregivers, seniors, and baby boomers. Here's my site: http://pinterest.com/seniorshower/
I agree with Lori that you can be creative with your boards/categories. You can also pin videos too. Have fun building your page!
Let's connect with ideas on how to leverage Pinterest to provide resources to the senior community.
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Group: Senior Care Services Companies
Discussion: Are you using Pineterest to promote your senior community? How is it working? Can you post your link here?
Currently, I'm using Pinterest to share infographics on caregivers, seniors, and baby boomers. Here's my work in progress so far: http://pinterest.com/seniorshower/
Posted by Jenn Chan
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Group: LeadingAge
Discussion: Are you using Pineterest to promote your senior community? How is it working? Can you post your link here?
Feel free to check out my board "Elders With Edge!" at { http://pinterest.com/lizandett/elders-with-edge/} and "Caregiving | A Labor of Love" at { http://pinterest.com/lizandett/caregiving-a-labor-of-love/} ... would love your feedback!
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I love the "Caregiving a Labor of Love" page!
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Group: LeadingAge
Discussion: Are you using Pineterest to promote your senior community? How is it working? Can you post your link here?
I'm happy to post my personal pinterest account. For me, it is a vision board of who I am/becoming. http://pinterest.com/lorijeanmiller/
Also, here's a recent article from Hubspot that might be of interest to others: http://blog.hubspot.com/blog/tabid/6307/bid/33271/9-Pet-Peeves-to-Avoid-in-Your-Pinterest-Marketing.aspx
Posted by Lori Miller, CPSM, PC
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Group: LeadingAge
Discussion: Are you using Pineterest to promote your senior community? How is it working? Can you post your link here?
Liz - For some reason, I can't get your link to work. Can I just search for you in Pinterest by lizandett or elders-with-edge?
Posted by Lori Miller, CPSM, PC