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Ask HN: Please explain Pinterest

I created a Pinterest page for my startup, and I've pinned 18 articles so far.

But I can't figure out how to get followers or re-pins or traffic.

Has anyone used Pinterest successfully to drive traffic? Read any useful materials on the topic?

I do not use Pinterest personally, which contributes to my confusion on this matter.

( 4 comments | 3 points | on HN )
Re:Ask HN: Please explain Pinterest by marveller on Wednesday January 01, 2014 @05:40PM (#6997103)
Re:Ask HN: Please explain Pinterest by JackpotDen on Thursday January 02, 2014 @08:32AM (#6999479)
4chan for 40+ housewives
Re:Ask HN: Please explain Pinterest by wanda on Thursday January 02, 2014 @06:03AM (#6999059)
Infographic [HN search is your friend]

http://i.imgur.com/uEiwZTt.jpg

Re:Ask HN: Please explain Pinterest by sharemywin on Wednesday January 01, 2014 @07:24PM (#6997480)
you should start following people that have similar interests(around your company). then repin their stuff if it's interesting.