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What is a blog ideas generator?
A blog ideas generator is an artificial intelligence (AI) powered tool designed to help you come up with topic ideas for your blog. It works by analyzing keywords and phrases that relate to the subject matter of your blog. In other words, it takes care of the entire brainstorming process for you.
How to use this blog ideas generator
Say goodbye to wasted time drumming up ideas for your blog posts. Our blog ideas generator is here to save you time and get you writing faster.
Follow these steps to get started.
Step 1: Select your language
Choose your preferred language. Our tool generates blog ideas in English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian. (She's a multilingual star).
Step 2: Add a few nouns
Enter up to five nouns that relate to the topics you’d like to write about. For example, if your blog is about digital marketing, you could enter “social media,” “social media marketing,” and “social media dashboard.”
Step 3: Add your primary keyword
Next, enter a primary keyword to focus your results. For example, if you’d like to write about Facebook hashtag ideas, you could use the primary keyword “Facebook hashtags.” If you're writing an SEO-optimized blog post, you should use this field for the main term you want your blog post to target.
Step 4: Tap ‘Generate ideas’
Finally, tap that magic button! Hootsuite's blog post ideas generator will start spinning its robot wheels. It will provide you with three blog topic ideas and their corresponding summaries.
From here, you're ready to write, edit, and publish your blog post.
How does this blog ideas generator work?
Hootsuite's blog ideas generator was designed by social media experts with content marketing best practices in mind. It’s powered by the latest version of ChatGPT, a natural language processing (NLP) technology that was trained by reading millions of texts on the internet. That means it’s especially well-equipped to generate tons of genius blog topic ideas that'll help you unleash your inner content marketing star.
How to write the best blog post titles
Wondering what makes a blog post soar to the top of search results? Mix up a little SEO magic with these catchy, optimized, and creative blog post title tips.
1. Add keywords
To give your blog post titles a little SEO mojo, be sure to include the most relevant keywords. This will not only help readers determine whether or not your article is worth the click, but it will also improve your chances of showing up in search engine results.
If you're new to keyword research, start by looking at your competitors’ blog post titles. You can also use keyword research tools like Semrush and Google Trends to identify the most-searched keywords and discover related topics. When possible, we always recommend putting the primary keyword at the beginning of your blog post title.
2. Set clear expectations
When you’re writing a blog post title, try to set clear expectations for the reader. Make sure your titles are straightforward and easy for readers — and search engines — to understand. Above all, they should help a reader determine whether or not your article is worth their time.
No one wants to click on a link about the best social media management dashboard (it’s Hootsuite, btw) only to find a post about pumpkin farming. Except for maybe Charlie Brown.
3. Make it eye-catching
Your blog post titles should be more than just a keyword list. To help them stand out, and to get readers to click on your posts, add an interesting adjective or phrase. For example, “The Best DIY Halloween Decorations for Your Home” is much more eye-catching than simply "DIY Halloween Decorations."
When using Hootsuite's blog topic generator, be sure to add nouns, adjectives, and other modifiers that will help make your titles more memorable.
4. Speak to your target audience
Knowing who you're speaking to and why is an essential part of any content marketing strategy. Your blog post titles should align with your target audience’s interests and passions.
You can do this by referencing topics that are relevant to them, such as industry trends, current events, or cultural references. For example, "The Top 10 Stress-Free Social Media Planning Tools" speaks to social media marketer's need to manage their workflow more efficiently.
5. Take a narrative approach
Every piece of writing should tell a story. To craft blog post titles that draw readers in, take a narrative approach. Ask yourself questions such as: How can I convey my message with this title? What story do I want to tell?
For example, instead of writing a title that’s purely descriptive, such as “How to Write a Blog Post Title,” you could use something like “The Art of Writing Eye-Catching Blog Post Titles.”
6. Be a problem-solver
People often turn to search engines when they have a problem that needs solving. Whether that's finding the best social media management software or learning how to make an omelet, your blog post titles should always reflect your audience's pain points and desires.
Choose blog post titles that not only represent what your post is about, but also address the reader’s need for a solution. For example, “The Ultimate Guide to Finding the Best Social Media Management Software” does just that.
7. Use numbers and statistics
Using numbers in your blog post titles can be an effective way to draw attention and get readers to click on your posts.
For example, instead of “The Benefits of Social Media Management,” you could say, “7 Reasons Every Business Should Use a Social Media Management Tool.”
You can also try using statistics that speak to the success of your blog post topic. For example, “9 Out of 10 Businesses Use Social Media Management Tools to Supercharge Their Growth.” A good article topic generator will offer options like this automatically.
8. Add clarifying brackets
Brackets are a great way to add clarity to your blog post titles. They can help you indicate the type of content that will be featured in your post, such as “I Tried Instagram Automation (So You Don’t Have To): An Experiment” or “17 Tips for Writing Effective YouTube Descriptions [Free Tool]."
This not only helps set readers' expectations but also offers them extra tidbits that may encourage them to click on your blog post.
9. Keep it short and sweet
Long, complicated titles can be confusing. Plus, they don’t look great on social media or in search engine results. Whenever possible, try to keep your blog post titles under 60 characters for maximum impact.
10. Experiment and test
If you’re ever unsure about the type of titles that will work best for your audience, then it’s time to experiment! Try out different types of blog post titles and see which ones get more clicks and engagement. Over time, this data will help inform the types of titles that you should use in the future.
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