Every blogger wants their blog to be read, liked and shared with others.
- But how do you create blog content that keeps readers coming back?
- Do you know how to make your content shareable?
- Do you know how to make your blog viral?
We've put together a list of 25 great ways to add a little something extra to your website with these new blog post ideas.
We hope these blog ideas help you always find something to write about.
Let us know which are your favorites in the comments below!
6 Resources That Will Inspire Your Next Blog Post Idea
You can write a perfect new blog post, but if you're not addressing the right topic or question, all that work is wasted.
Use these six resources to help you bridge that connection, find new ideas, and create something that will be both focused and useful for your readers.
(A great title to use is “The Ultimate Guide to xxx”)
1. BuzzSumo
When you start planning your article, you probably want to be able to go somewhere to see what your target audience shares.
Yeah, that would be nice, right?
It turns out that many other people had the same thought and decided to create a tool that does just that by sharing the news.
Known as BuzzSumo, this tool lets you type in a topic, or even a competitor's website, and see that.
Not bad, isn't it?
You can see the top posts from that website or topic and how many times those posts have been shared on various social media platforms.
We are talking about Facebook and posts on LinkedIn, Twitter, Pinterest and Google+.
Seeing the most frequently shared topics is the perfect way to get an idea of your own blog's next post that will embrace that same idea.
Now you don't want to copy what everyone else is doing.
You need to take these ideas and use them to form your own opinion or solution based on what people have shared.
Take them and break them down into basic parts, then rebuild them your way.
2. Google Trends
Even though Google has total control over the success of your blog, they are always happy to provide you with tools to help you.
One of the best tools that helps you find blog topics is named Google Trends, which allows you to see which topics have been searched the most at any given time.
You can see what searches are currently trending and search for the same trending topics in your niche.
You can start with this tool and scale it down by selecting certain topics using the Google Trends Viewer which allows you to view topics and click on them to find a list of websites where you can read more.
You can read faqs on other blogs and get on their mailing list to see how they write great blog posts.
3.Quora
I only recently discovered Quora myself, and I have to say, it's something everyone should be using.
The site itself is a question and answer service where people can ask questions about any topic and have them answered by someone else who is knowledgeable about that topic.
All you have to do is type in the topic you are blogging about and presto!
You have a list of questions people ask about it.
It is a very simple and very easy to use step by step process with real results.
4. Buzzfeed
While you can't use Buzzfeed as your main source of news, that doesn't stop this popular website from being a major provider of blog topics.
Not only are some of the posts geared towards blogging in general, but you can find a variety of lists and hilarious joke posts to inspire your next post.
It may sound silly, but there are plenty of topics to choose from.
5.Topsy
We all know how fast Twitter moves.
Trying to follow a single stream is like trying to follow a herd of rhinos.
With a tool like Topsy, you can search for topics and keywords that appeared in tweets dating back to 2021!
6.SurveyMonkey
Our latest tool is SurveyMonkey. This platform allows you to get your information directly from the source.
Sometimes finding the perfect topic is as simple as asking your audience before writing that new article.
With SurveyMonkey, you can do just that.
A quick little survey embedded in your page lets you ask readers a question or introduce them to a few topics to choose from.
Continue to gather ideas
Before you start writing, you need ideas and you need to plan them out to stay organized.
Idea gathering starts with what you're doing right now.
Brainstorming.
How to brainstorm?
You will get ideas by seeing what others are doing in your niche.
For example, let's say you've chosen home improvement as your niche.
Look around for anything familiar in this area.
Once you've had an idea for your blog content, go online to see if there's any interest in it.
Google Keyword Planner is a free tool to determine the amount of traffic on websites with a similar topic.
If you want to step things up, you can opt for Ahrefs, (which is my secret weapon, ) but it's expensive.
For beginners, Google Keyword Planner is enough.
Once you determine that the topic is getting a decent amount of traffic and people are interested in that topic, you have a new article.
Now you need to repeat this process for blog content until you have a month of interesting topic and traffic to write about.
It makes sense, right?
8 great blogging ideas for new content
Let's cut the fluff and get down to business.
It's time to provide you with great blog ideas that readers can share with their audience.
1. Write a “How To” guide
I love how-to guides, and they work incredibly well if you're knowledgeable about a certain topic.
If you have chosen a niche that requires tutorials, this might be the best avenue for you.
Help readers learn more about the topic and provide them with a ton of value.
2. Case study
The case study type works very well in the “make money online” niche.
If you want to show someone another person's takeaways and results, like their personal life hacks, you can do a case study.
This method requires you to dive into the lives of a few different people and show readers how they can achieve what that person has accomplished by following the same steps.
3. Article review
I write a lot of reviews, and it's a great way to monetize your blog.
Let's go back to the home improvement example.
Let's say you want to write an article about a lawn mower.
You do extensive research, so you understand the ins and outs of the lawn mower.
You'll look at other people's reviews and see what customers have to say about it.
Once you have all your information together, you can write the review.
If it's a good product, you can become an affiliate and earn a commission every time someone buys this lawn mower through your affiliate link.
Many people make a lot of money doing this.
4. Motivational Piece
Sometimes the best content helps people get started, and motivational writing is simple and easy to get started.
You might even recommend self-help books for people to start with a chosen goal.
5. Short and fictional stories
If you don't have a knack for writing about life or products, you can still let your creative side shine.
Fictional writing is very profitable if someone is willing to buy your writing.
You don't need a 400 page novel to make money either.
Being passionate about writing will help you do this one.
6. Life Blog
Some of the most popular content online is people talking about their own lives and day-to-day operations.
The best way to blog about your life is to pair behind the scenes with a 'vlog' video as well.
Having them both on your blog will help you rank higher on Google, and you can monetize the blog as well as the vlog by putting it on YouTube.
7. Writing about other bloggers
Similar to a case study, but with this one you won't have to interview anyone.
If you want to write about other bloggers, you must first have a reason.
You can take a roundup of all the most popular blogs online and organize their responses.
You can pull snippets from their blogs and make a list post like “ Top 10 blogger success tips. "
All of this could work well for your blog readers.
8. Travel Blog
Travel blogging is glamorous and incredibly sexy for those who can handle it.
Of course, to have a travel blog, you have to travel to places that people want to see.
The Philippines is a popular destination, so if you have a travel blog and the budget to run it, go for it.
Travel blogs also pair well with video footage, which makes for better blog posts.
Implementing basic SEO and content marketing
SEO stands for search engine optimization and it is the process of taking action to ensure that your content ranks high in Google results.
You should include popular keyword phrases from Google Keyword Planner, in order to get enough readers.
You should also choose words that are low competition keywords so you can rank quickly.
Keep a cheat sheet on your best Google Search keyword phrases for yourself.
Read all about long tail keywords and the ranking process on Google using them.
Use of social media
Finally, you want to share your content on social media to try and get some initial traffic.
The more traffic you get at the start of the game, the higher Google will rank you because they will think your content is awesome.
Once you have a decent number of readers, your best idea will be to include tweet-friendly quotes and share buttons to get your content promoted by your readers.
Summary
Blogging is fun and a great way to turn a hobby into a hugely profitable business.
These tools are here to help you with that.
Researching questions your readers are asking, reviewing trending topics your readers are asking are all great ways to connect with them and find out what they want to see.
Once you have this information, you'll be on your way to writing an army of great articles, each one irresistible to your audience.
Don't be afraid to jump in with both feet once you've figured out some ideas.
1. Book/Product/Movie Reviews
Providing value to your readers is the number one way to earn their trust and build a loyal following.
If you post genuine reviews, your readers will see you as a reliable and honest source of content.
If you want to become an authority, stick to topics and products that are relevant to your niche.
2. Make a complete guide or tutorial
If you have in-depth knowledge of a particular topic, turn it into something actionable for your readers.
How-to guides are always among the most popular blog posts, so take this opportunity to teach you something readers!
With tutorials and guides, you can bring in new readers, add value to existing readers, and drive more traffic to your website.
To make your blog even stronger and strengthen the SEO, include links and resources in your guide.
If you can back up your ideas with expert thoughts, your readers will see that as legit.
3. Interview someone
By posting an interview on your blog, you can add credibility to your website.
You will also see an increase in clicks, likes and shares.
Be sure to interview someone your readers will find interesting.
There is no point in interviewing a clothing designer if your blog is about science and technology.
By finding someone interesting and relevant, you are well on your way to a great blog post.
If you've interviewed someone before and it's one of your popular blog posts, produce new content by following up with that person!
4. Offer freebies to your readers
Everyone everywhere loves the idea of winning a prize and getting something for free.
By offering a gift, you are sure to see some benefits.
You can use it as a way to collect email addresses from your readers.
You can use it as a way to get readers to share your article.
Think about what you want out of it and play from that angle.
To make it even more appealing, consider offering a variety of items.
You can contact some of your favorite brands or stores to see if they would like to collaborate with you.
It's a great way to get exposed for you and for them.
Some of the most popular blogs in the world have been created using this technique, so you know it works.
5. Create a List
Most people don't want to spend hours researching a topic online.
Create a new article with a list of books, movies, etc., and establish yourself as the authority on that topic.
A top 10 list items works great, but if you can find a top 100 list, that's even better.
The more items, the merrier in this case!
6. Start a poll
It's no secret that people like to share their opinions.
You see it every day on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
Find a topic and ask your readers what they think.
Encourage them to add their opinions in your comments section and make their voices heard.
7. Write down where you want to travel
Looking for a unique way to make a series of articles?
Create lots of articles that detail the different places you want to visit.
Ask readers what their favorite travel destination is and encourage them to comment on why.
It can also boost other articles, such as 'Top 10 Places to See in Europe' or 'Top 10 Travel Destinations in 2022.'
8. Share Recipes
9. Write about why you started blogging
If you have a good story behind why you started blogging in the first place, tell your readers.
Write as an open leader and let them know why you started, how it's going, and where you see it in the future.
If your readers have their own blogs, ask them to share their own journey with you.
10. Create an Ultimate Resource Article
You must look like an authority.
To build credibility and improve content, create an article that serves as the "ultimate guide."
It doesn't matter what your topic is as long as it's something your readers want to know more about.
For added value, include links to relevant products and similar blogs in yours.
11. Push your readers to do something
Lots of people love this challenge and some people are willing to try anything once.
Pose a scenario to your readers, ask them to do it and ask them to let you know how it unfolds.
Make sure you don't encourage your readers to do anything that isn't safe.
If you don't feel comfortable challenging your readers, do the reverse and ask them to challenge you instead.
12. Write an FAQ article
Regardless of your niche or industry, there are likely to be a variety of people asking you the same questions.
Create an FAQs article and answer all these questions.
You can even post it as an FAQ page on your website for new readers and new users who may not know much about you.
13. Create an A-to-Z post
Like an ultimate guide or a top 100 list, an A-Z article is a great way to give value to your readers and save them time to do their own research.
Make sure the topic is relevant to your niche and include links for added value.
The more information you provide, the better your article will be.
14. List the best apps in your niche
Whether you are in the management of time, cooking, finance or sports, create a list of the best relevant apps.
Try to be as comprehensive as possible and list as many apps as possible.
Don't forget to ask your readers at the end to share their favorites with you in the comments.
15. Make a List of “Hacks”
If you can make a list of ways to make life easier for your readers, you're sure to score some extra points.
Create an article with a list of hacks that will save you time (or money).
It's an easy way to get clicks and share your blog with other readers.
16. Record a podcast
It seems like everyone has a podcast these days, so why not take advantage of the trend?
Record a podcast that your audience will find entertaining, interesting, or informative.
With the right interviewee and the right topic, you can establish yourself as an expert in your niche.
17. Ask someone credible to write a guest post
Guest posts are a great way to bring new readers to your blog and share your content.
If you know an industry insider in your niche, ask them to write an article that you can put on your website.
Not only will this give credibility to your site, but it can bring in new readership.
Be sure to ask your guest blogger to also post it on their website and social media pages.
18. Create and post a “10 things you don’t know about me”
It's always a good idea from you to make known a little from your readers.
You can have a standard About page, but if you want to make it interesting, create an article that details 10 things your readers don't already know.
Your list can be personal, business, or a combination of both.
It's a great way to connect with readers on a personal level, and it can also encourage readers to share their personal data with you.
19. Create a Music Playlist
Whether you're into classic rock, EDM, or jazz, sharing music is a great way to connect with other people.
If your readers enjoy your playlist, they're likely to share it again and again.
If your first article is successful, you can expand it into a blog series.
Get creative and compiled playlists for different moods, genres and occasions.
20. Write about a common problem in your industry
Is there a trend, new product, service or issue in your industry that has everyone on their toes?
If you can identify an issue that's freaking people out, write about it.
Maybe your readers are turning against Instagram's feed algorithm.
Or maybe they're frustrated with how long it takes for Amazon to open their new seller's account.
Either way, identify the problem and try to provide your readers with enough information to calm them down.
21. Write down a month of things you're obsessed with
From TV shows to news or a certain trending topic, people love to read what other people love.
And they also love to comment on them.
It's a great way to create clickable content, and you can categorize the post however you want.
The more categories and articles you list, the better your post will be.
22. Organize a 30-day challenge
Encourage your readers to participate in a 30-day challenge together.
It could be a fitness challenge, a reading challenge, an athletic challenge, whatever you want.
It doesn't even have to be relevant to your niche.
Ask your readers to share their results with you and, in turn, you can share your progress and results with them.
23. Write a how-to article
You can choose any topic or action in the world.
Whatever it is, there is someone who wants to know how to do it.
Be the authority on this and give your readers a detailed step-by-step list of the process.
To further engage your readers, ask them to share their results with you after completing all the steps.
24. Do a weekly roundup of relevant news
No matter what industry you're in, there's always breaking news to follow.
It can be difficult to juggle all of this information, especially since it comes from so many different sources.
To make things easier for your readers, do a weekly recap of the week's headlines.
By linking to other articles and information sources, you can increase your credibility and increase your value.
25. Run an experiment relevant to your product or service
Readers love being interactive and being able to see and read the results, so create an article that details an experience your readers can participate in.
Your experience should be relevant to your product, service, or business.
Whether you're new to blogging or looking for ways to create new shareable content, fill your editorial calendar with some of the ideas above.
Not writing for long is a common mistake for new bloggers, and it's easy to see why: it's easy to miss new ideas.
But content ideas don't have to be hard to come by.
The most important thing to keep in mind is that you need to provide your readers with real value.
A great article is something that provides something for your readers: knowledge, insight, entertainment, etc.
Don't create a top 10 list for the sake of it. Don't give away because you want to entice your readers with free stuff.
Instead, focus on sharing credible information that your readers will actually want to read.
With strong content, an authentic point of view and reliable information, you are sure to see your readership increase.
