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Having writer’s block?

Well, hey there I hope you’re all having a fabulous end of the week and are ready for the weekend. Talking about writer’s block, we’ve all been there where you know you need to have a post published but you haven’t even written it or have no idea what you are going to write about. You are not alone, happens to the most of us unless you are one of those super people who never run out of ideas and can come up with a year’s worth of content in an hour. If that’s you, then don’t  bother reading this just give me your secret and I will be good. But if you have a hard time coming up with blog posts, then here are 5 simple ways to come up with blog post ideas when you have nothing to write about.

5 SIMPLE WAYS TO COME UP WITH BLOG POST IDEAS WHEN YOU HAVE NOTHING

1. KNOW YOUR NICHE

First and foremost, you need to know your niche, coming up with blog posts would be easier if you didn’t have to stick to your niche because there is so much information people want to know and writing wouldn’t be a problem. But for the sake of your readers, know the ins and outs of your niche in order to be able to come up with blog post ideas plus it does make it easier if you are writing about something you are passionate about, know more of and are happy to be doing. More on finding your niche can be found here.

2. ASK YOUR AUDIENCE

If you’ve been blogging for a while now, then you already have an audience and know who reads your posts, it doesn’t have to be the same people but so long as your posts are being read, then you have an opportunity of coming up with blog post ideas easily by just asking them what they would like to read more of, I mean you have nothing to lose and you will not only be helping them but yourself too. So don’t shy away when it comes to asking your readers what they want.

3. DISSECT POPULAR OLDER POSTS

Another simple way is that you don’t have to come up with new content all the time, if you have older posts and they were your most popular, then you can be able to dissect them and come up with two more ideas from them by just stretching the topic a little bit more and going into detail if you didn’t before. Your blog doesn’t have to fail if you already have multiple blog posts, just dissect what you have.

5 SIMPLE WAYS TO COME UP WITH BLOG POST IDEAS WHEN YOU HAVE NOTHING

4. READ YOUR COMMENTS

I love this way because I get to see what my readers think and what they have in mind. If you haven’t been reading your comments then you are missing out on many blog post ideas. I am not talking about those comments for “Thank you for sharing” more like the ones that go into details or even end with a question for you to reply back. From that question comes a blog post idea as the answer, so don’t sleep on your comments and be going through them once in a while.

5. USE SOCIAL MEDIA

Now here is where you find a multitude of ideas, if you’re in Facebook or read any threads on there then you definitely see how many questions people ask in a day. You don’t have to answer all of them but so long as they are within your niche and you have answers to what they are asking, then make it into a blog post and help others out. We are all in this together, there are so many things I want to know and learn more of, so reading is where it’s at. Also reading other blogs within your niche can end up giving you ideas on what to write about if you didn’t find what you are looking for. Here are some reasons why I stay to read your blog.

 6. RESEARCH WHAT’S TRENDING (BONUS)

Last but not least, research what’s been trending lately and if you are able to come up with a post to accompany it then you are good to go. Pinterest is quite useful when it comes to knowing what’s trending and all you have to do is type something in the search bar and it will give you ideas, also the content can be evergreen or seasonal it doesn’t matter, if it’s trending then there’s always somebody somewhere who will want to read it. So remember that trends do sell at the end of it all, start researching asap.

There you go, 5 ways for you to come up with blog post ideas without going insane. Also, remember that you don’t have to stress about posting every day or trying to keep up with others. Once you have some ideas just keep writing and it will start flowing. I hope you liked this post and get to try some of these ideas. If you have any questions, do ask in the comments below and until next time see yah. How do YOU usually come up with your blog post ideas? I would love to know.

 


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108 Comments

    1. Very helpful post. Blogging is a continuous industry. Writers needs to see the subject with wider perspective in order to not have blocking.

  2. These are some great ideas! I have writers block often and typically go to my old popular posts for inspiration! Or think of National Holidays toob

    1. These are all amazing tips ans very simple. Sometimes coming up with an interesting blog post which will engage your readers can feel like an extreme sport and this simplifies it.

  3. These are all great ideas! Writer’s block can be so frustrating. The problem is that if you let it get to you, it seems to get worse. These are really great ways to refocus and ignite that creativity again! 🙂

  5. Great timing for this article. I was stumped on what to write about next and was just scrolling through mu Facebook feed for ideas. Decided to go with a Valentine’s day gift list.

  6. These are great ideas. Funnily enough, my challenge for this week is to try and plan my blog for the next year, I’ll have to keep these tips in mind.

  7. These are some great tips it can be so hard when you have bloggers block to think of what you can do! I’ll have to bookmark this for next time I go through a dry spell.

  10. These are all great ideas! I really struggled this weekend to keep developing new content this past Christmas season. I am working ahead to try to keep that from happening next winter. Loved the post, thanks for sharing!

  11. I guess we bloggers all suffer of this problem not finding inspiration thanks so much for the tips really helpful.

  12. Really great information. When I have a writer’s block I go to social media to get my thinking cap working.

  14. What a list of interesting ideas! I do experience writers block sometimes. Going to Pinterest and looking at my old popular posts are some of the things I usually do when it happens.

  15. It can be so easy to get a topic from what’s trending. Actually, that’s what I do abnd alson read comments on my site and also on other blogs in my niche.

  17. Great ideas, for sure my friend. I like to do research as well and expand my niche talking about my passion as an art and photography without forgetting lifestyle too. (whatsupdearie)

  19. These are some promising tips! Research is available at our fingertips and a great source for content. A good search could prove to provide several topics for a post!

  23. I uses social media and books get idea for blog post, Thanks for sharing these wonderful tips to prevent writer’s block.

  25. Finding stuff on Google Trends is a great idea when you don’t know what you are going to do. And I have had a lot of fun rehashing old posts. It’s kind of fun to comment on them again. Spoof them the second time and you will get some good laughs.

  26. Wow these are some great ideas for new blogpost ideas… I use social media to get an idea about what to write on my blog 😃👍🏼

  29. This actually happens to me so often and I love these ideas. Definitely going to ask my followers what THEY want to read. Very useful!

  30. When I have nothing to write, I check my previous post and create a listicles based on the recent story and link all my previous articles. Its effective!

  31. Such great tips! I love the bonus little point there. Definitely bookmarking this for when I face a block next. Great post!

  32. Absolutely great advice, because of moments when you have absolutely no idea what to write often happens, alas! These are good points from which to start…

  34. These are all great ideas to keep in mind next time I cant find something to blog about. I love the though of asking your readers, it keeps them involved. My other favorite is ‘what is trending’ , you can never go wrong with that subject.

  35. Yep, a great list of ways to come up with what to write next. Another great tip would be to check your Google Analytics dashboards to see what you are ranking for but have not written as yet.

  36. Great tips! Sometimes I face such problem. Definitely bookmarking this for future needs. Thank you so much.

  37. It’s a very informative post. Recently, I made a new post on the topic that gained most popularity in the past. Also, looking for trend catches google traffic.

  38. I love that you mention searching on social media. There’s so much inspiration. Maybe even just writing a reaction piece would trigger something as well.

  39. Thank you so much for these smart tips that will help us to be more creative in blogging. I like those suggestions and I do agree.

  43. I find as I start to get more work, my writers block gets worse. I’ve used the tip of going back and dissecting older posts to create more detailed content. I love the idea of asking people on social media! I used that during my 12 Days of Blogmas but I’ve never used it again. I really should.

  44. Amazing ideas! Posting what your audience want to see if the easy to go. Searching for trends and keywords also drives a ton of traffic to your blog. Thanks for sharing!

  45. I’ve been in a situation such as not having anything to write… but I’m saving your post, just in case! Thanks for sharing!

  46. These are some great ideas! Sometimes I have no idea what to write. I generally will post pictures if I’m at a loss for words!

  49. These are some great ideas, especially when we have some difficulties to find the right inspirations. I’ll keep them in mind for sure! 🙂

  50. Amazing suggestions. I read the comments all the time and come up with new ideas accordingly. Thanks for the insights.

    Chad

  51. I find this really helpful and many people will benefit from it. I love your ideas and suggestions. I learned many things myself.

  55. These are brilliant ways to cope up with dark days. I guess everyone is going through this sometimes. Thank you for the tips and suggestions

  57. These are some great ideas! I guess everyone is going through this sometimes. Thank you for the tips and suggestions

  59. It is not rare that you have nothing to publish and in fact it is not an easy impasse to get out of.

  60. What a coincidece. Past 2 days I noticed 3 people asking what to do when it’s writers block. These tips are indeed helpful .

  61. I was going to say – KNOW YOUR NICHE – but you said it for me. Since I have such a distinct niche, I can easily come up with blog post ideas regularly! It helps so much to have that focus!

  63. The no. 6 is a real bonus. If your post becomes viral, man. that would be like winning the lottery.

  64. I love to write but most days I’m confused on what to ! Yiu gave some great ideas here. I think I’ll start by re reading by old ones and get some inspiration by reading the comments !

  65. Really good suggestions! I like taking ideas from popular posts already on my site! This was brought to my attention recently & I found it to be very helpful!
    -madi xo

  66. You are right on with the pinterest trends! I am going to add that to my writers block sticky note! I like to keep great ideas near me because we all get these creative stumps!

  67. I always want to know what my readers say or think. And there is nothing other than social media.

  69. Great Suggestions! I really love and use the Pinterest trends. These are all great ideas to help with writer’s block.

  73. So many great ideas! Thankfully I have a lot of ideas at the moment, but that won’t always be true. I’ll have to remember this!

  75. I am using older posts from my old blog and bringing them to my new blog but re-vamping them. It has definitely kept me busy that’s for sure 🙂

  76. I like to ask my readers questions in my post. When I just can’t think, I go back to the questions and use it as a new post. It works well for me.

  79. Writer’s block is a real problem for me sometimes. These ideas are sure to get the ball rolling.

  81. Ohh I definitely always look at trends or hot topics. Specifically the ones you see on Twitter. Those give me a good indication of good possible blog posts.

    XO Andie

  82. Researching trends is such a smart idea. It can help spark an idea when writer’s block hits. I also find sharing topics that you are interested in can also inspire your readers and take you down a new writing path.

  83. Those are all great ways to find a post out of nothing. I love the going back and dissecting old posts. You can be funny and amusing with it all.

  84. I feel you sometimes it can be easy to get writers block but a great way of overcoming that is by asking your audience as to what they want to see from you. Knowing your niche or researching what is trending is a good idea.

  87. I am actually starting to make a blog and I dont know what content to post, thanks for this ideas

  88. This was very informative!! I never would have thought to ask my audience or read comments both to very good ideas!

  90. This is really helpful and exactly my situation right now. I have written only one post last month and this month is not any better too. I love the idea of asking my audience. Will create a poll tomorrow.

    Thank you for sharing these tips.

  91. thanks for sharing, after blogging for a while, I find myself in the exact problem you mention” not having an idea what to write about” but I did not know it can be so easy to look around and find new ideas,things like checking on social media for ideas never occured to me.Really appreciate.

  93. We all go through this at some point. I have been in a rut lately and have not put out a new article in days. I will heed your advice and maybe I can get the groove back!

  97. Great tips for bloggers when it comes to writer block. I don’t suffer it a lot, but when I do, I will remember your tips!