{"id":21575,"date":"2014-07-03T13:01:51","date_gmt":"2014-07-03T05:01:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/?p=21575"},"modified":"2020-06-16T13:13:07","modified_gmt":"2020-06-16T05:13:07","slug":"signs-kill-blog-post-idea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hongkiat.com\/blog\/signs-kill-blog-post-idea\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Signs That You Should Kill That Blog Post Idea"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sometimes, you run out of blog post ideas. Don\u2019t beat yourself up over it, though; it\u2019s a normal occurrence, which even hits the most seasoned of bloggers. It happens for a number of reasons. You may have buckled under the pressure<\/strong> of having to update your blog regularly. Maybe you\u2019ve grown bored with the usual topics you write about, or maybe there\u2019s really nothing worth writing at the moment<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

It may also be because of the writer\u2019s block. We have written about that, multiple times, offering suggestions and ideas<\/a> on how to pull yourself out<\/a> of the bottomless pit of despair that comes from not being able to pen a single thought to paper<\/a>, and to keep writing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Recommended Reading: <\/strong>How To Keep Your Blog Going Without Burning Out<\/a><\/p>\n

Then again, there are times when it\u2019s better not to write anything at all than to force yourself to produce a post, especially if\u2026<\/p>\n

1. Your headline resembles a dozen others<\/h2>\n

Imagine that you are a reader who wants to know how to write a blog post. Naturally, you enter the appropriate keyword combination in Google\u2019s search bar. A few milliseconds later, Google returns 10 results on the first page, all of which have some variation of the headline \"How to Write a Blog Post\".<\/p>\n

Given your busy schedule, will you honestly take the time to click through all 10? Of course not. You\u2019ll either click the first couple of links only or click the one with the most eye-catching headline, like \"The Only Guide You\u2019ll Ever Need to Whip Up a Killer Blog Post\".<\/p>\n

Read Also: <\/strong>6 Simple Tips To Write Your Next Killer Post<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Your headline overpromises, but your post underdelivers<\/h2>\n

Then again, if you\u2019re going to use a title like \"The Only Guide You\u2019ll Ever Need to Whipping Up a Killer Blog Post\", it better be something that will keep your readers from looking elsewhere.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, you\u2019ll gain a reputation for writing \"click bait\" articles. Clicks are good and all, but you shouldn\u2019t make that the sole focus of your SEO strategy<\/a>. You can still write eye-catching headlines<\/strong>, as long as they accurately describe what readers can expect from your post<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

3. Your post feels more like a book summary<\/h2>\n

Sometimes, in an effort to make your blog post as useful as possible, you\u2019ll be tempted to cram in as much information as you can<\/strong>. Usually, that\u2019s a good sign, because it means you really do care about your readers.<\/p>\n

But if the topic you have in mind requires extensive discussion, a single post may not be enough. Chances are it\u2019s going to end up leaving your readers wanting more<\/strong>, and not in a good way. In that case, you can either write a blog post series about your topic, or compile those posts into an e-book<\/a>.<\/p>\n

4. Your post is too self-indulgent<\/h2>\n

Have you ever talked to a guy who\u2019s so full of himself, you\u2019re surprised he\u2019s still able to lift his head off the ground? That\u2019s what readers feel when confronted with self-indulgent blog posts.<\/p>\n

Unless you\u2019re a celebrity, most people aren\u2019t going to care for posts about what you\u2019ve had for breakfast, what you\u2019ve bought as a treat to yourself on your birthday, or your oh-so-awesome ability to keep quiet after stubbing your toe (although there may be a handful of people interested in the last one\u2026 just a handful).<\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the thing about people: They\u2019re not going to be interested in you unless you\u2019re interested in the first. <\/strong>That\u2019s why it\u2019s common blogging advice to use \"you\" to address readers,because it makes them feel more engaged<\/a>, which, in turn, makes them like you more.<\/p>\n

Of course, it\u2019s not completely wrong to use the \"I\" pronoun in your post. After all, healthy conversations \u2013 both online and offline \u2013 are a two-way road. It\u2019s okay to tell a story explicitly from your point of view, as long as you\u2019re still able to relate that story to your readers.<\/p>\n

5. Your treatment of the topic is too shallow<\/h2>\n

You may have a most unique idea (e.g. \"Why Cockroaches are the \u2018Missing Link\u2019 All Along\"), or the most immersive of writing styles, but without a solid basis for your points, your post will still fall flat.<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you want your post to be meatier, it won\u2019t hurt to do a little more research. Take time to interview experts<\/strong>, dig up articles from scientific journals<\/a> to strengthen your arguments, or give your own critical and informed analysis regarding your topic. Oh, and add some verifiable statistics from reputable organizations, such as news sites and government sites, when necessary.<\/p>\n

Read Also: <\/strong>The Researcher\u2019s Guide To Successful Freelance Content Writing<\/a><\/p>\n

6. You don\u2019t feel like showing off your post<\/h2>\n

If you\u2019re going to write content for the entire (virtual) world to see, you might as well ensure that it\u2019s something you\u2019re willing to share with acquaintances and strangers alike. More importantly, you should feel proud that your name is attached to this compelling, or fun-to-read, or insightful and helpful piece of work.<\/p>\n

Otherwise, there\u2019s no point toiling over it, really. And a post worth sharing is a post that begins with a well-thought-out idea, that is executed with flair and class \u2013 something its author is sure to be proud to be associated with.<\/p>\n

A Gentle Reminder<\/h2>\n

This is not to say that every single one of your posts should score 11 out of 10. That\u2019s just unrealistic, especially if you have a regular blogging schedule to keep, on top of a busy life outside of work. However, being \"stuck\" on blog post ideas is not an excuse to churn out half-baked work just for the sake of producing something. After all, you still owe your readers the best possible content<\/strong> at any given time.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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