50 Blog Post Ideas
Holly Hinton
24 October 2022
BLOGGING, MARKETING, WEB DESIGN
Blogging is a great way to ensure that you are adding regular content to your website, but it can often be difficult looking at a blank screen and wondering what to write.
So, here is our list of 50 diverse blog post ideas that can be adapted to any industry. These ideas include various structures, from lists to how-tos, interviews, and more, to help inspire creativity.
Top Tip: You'll see that each idea has two examples and that many are similar, so just look for the topics that would best suit your business and run with them rather than trying to use them all!
Right, let's get to the list:
1. How-To Guides
- How to Improve [Skill] in [Industry]
- Step-by-Step Guide to [Process]
2. Top 10 Lists
- Top 10 Tools for [Industry]
- 10 Best Practices for [Task]
3. Case Studies
- Case Study: How We Helped [Client] Achieve [Result]
- Lessons Learned from [Project/Case]
4. Industry Trends
- 5 Emerging Trends in [Industry] for [Year]
- The Future of [Industry]: What to Expect in the Next 5 Years
5. Beginner's Guides
- A Beginner’s Guide to [Topic]
- Getting Started with [Industry/Skill]
6. Checklists
- The Ultimate Checklist for [Event/Task]
- Your Go-To Checklist for [Process]
7. Interviews
- Interview with [Industry Expert]: Insights on [Topic]
- Q&A with [Client/Employee]: [Topic]
8. Common Mistakes
- 5 Common Mistakes in [Industry] and How to Avoid Them
- What Not to Do When [Task]
9. Myth-Busting
- Debunking 5 Myths About [Industry]
- Fact vs. Fiction: Common Misconceptions in [Topic]
10. Infographics
- Visualizing [Process/Trend] with Infographics
- An Infographic Guide to [Topic]
11. Comparisons
- [Product A] vs. [Product B]: Which Is Better for [Task]?
- Comparing [Method 1] and [Method 2]: Which Is Right for You?
12. Behind-the-Scenes
- A Day in the Life of [Job Title] at [Company]
- Behind the Scenes: How We Create [Product/Service]
13. Customer Stories
- Success Stories: How [Client] Benefited from [Service]
- Client Spotlight: [Client's Name]
14. Resource Roundups
- Top 10 Resources for [Industry]
- Essential [Industry] Resources You Should Know About
15. Personal Experiences
- What I Learned from [Experience/Challenge]
- My Journey in [Industry/Profession]
16. FAQs
- Frequently Asked Questions About [Service/Product]
- Your [Industry] Questions Answered
17. Product Reviews
- In-Depth Review of [Product/Service]
- Why We Recommend [Product] for [Task]
18. Event Recaps
- Recap of [Event]: Key Takeaways and Highlights
- What We Learned at [Conference/Event]
19. Opinion Pieces
- Why I Believe [Topic/Trend] Is the Future of [Industry]
- My Take on [Industry Issue/Trend]
20. Surveys and Polls
- Survey Results: What [Industry] Professionals Think About [Topic]
- Poll: What’s Your Opinion on [Topic]?
21. Step-by-Step Tutorials
- Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to [Task]
- Learn [Skill] in X Easy Steps
22. Templates
- Free Download: [Document/Process] Template
- How to Use Our [Template] to [Achieve Goal]
23. Seasonal Content
- Preparing for [Season]: Tips for [Industry]
- How to Adapt Your [Industry] Strategy for [Holiday/Event]
24. Guides to Best Practices
- Best Practices for [Process] in [Industry]
- How to Implement Best Practices for [Task]
25. Roundtable Discussions
- Roundtable Discussion: [Topic] with Industry Leaders
- Expert Panel: [Topic] Trends and Predictions
26. Storytelling
- The Story of [Company/Product]: From Idea to Success
- How [Event] Changed the Way We Do [Task]
27. Interactive Quizzes
- Quiz: How Much Do You Know About [Industry]?
- Find Out Your [Industry] Persona with This Quiz
28. Survival Guides
- The Ultimate Survival Guide for [Industry Challenge]
- Surviving [Event]: Tips and Tricks
29. Tutorial Videos
- Watch: How to [Task] in [Industry]
- Video Tutorial: Mastering [Skill]
30. A Day in the Life
- A Day in the Life of [Industry Professional]
- What It’s Like to Work as [Job Title]
31. Historical Overviews
- The History of [Industry/Product] and Its Evolution
- How [Event] Shaped the Future of [Industry]
32. Problem-Solution Posts
- How to Solve [Problem] in [Industry]
- Troubleshooting [Issue]: A Guide for [Industry] Professionals
33. Annual Reviews
- Our Year in Review: Highlights from [Year]
- What We Achieved in [Year] and What’s Next
34. Product Launches
- Introducing [New Product/Service]: What You Need to Know
- Why We Developed [New Product]: The Story Behind It
35. DIY Posts
- DIY: How to Create [Product] Yourself
- Build Your Own [Product/Tool] with This Guide
36. Productivity Tips
- 5 Productivity Hacks for [Industry Professionals]
- How to Stay Productive When [Common Challenge]
37. Future Predictions
- What Will [Industry] Look Like in 10 Years?
- Predicting the Future of [Trend] in [Industry]
38. Inspirational Posts
- What Inspires Us at [Company]
- How [Person/Idea] Inspired [Change/Innovation]
39. User-Generated Content
- Our Favorite User-Generated Content of [Year]
- Showcasing Customer Creativity: [User-Generated Campaign]
40. Local Guides
- Your Local Guide to [City/Region]: [Industry] Edition
- The Best [Industry] Spots in [City]
41. Controversial Topics
- Why [Controversial Opinion] Might Be True
- Is [Controversial Topic] Hurting [Industry]? A Closer Look
42. Community Involvement
- How We’re Giving Back to the [Community/Industry]
- Our Involvement in [Charity/Event] and Why It Matters
43. Glossaries
- The Ultimate Glossary of [Industry] Terms
- Understanding [Industry] Lingo: A Beginner’s Glossary
44. Cost-Benefit Analyses
- Cost vs. Benefit: Is [Product/Service] Worth It?
- Analysing the ROI of [Task/Strategy]
45. Guest Posts
- Guest Post: [Guest's Name] on [Topic] - like our post on Copywriting
- Insights from [Guest Industry Expert]: [Topic]
46. Milestone Celebrations
- Celebrating [Milestone]: What We’ve Achieved Together
- Our Journey to [Milestone]: A Retrospective
47. Best of the Year
- Our Best Blog Posts of [Year]: A Roundup
- Top [Industry] Innovations of [Year]
48. Challenges and Solutions
- The Biggest Challenges Facing [Industry] and How to Overcome Them
- How We Tackled [Challenge] and What We Learned
49. Surveys and Research
- Our Latest Research: Insights on [Industry Trend]
- Survey Insights: What [Industry] Professionals Are Saying About [Topic]
50. Social Media Highlights
- Our Most Engaging Social Media Posts of [Year]
- How We Use Social Media to Connect with Our Audience
So, which of these ideas will you be using for your blog posts in future?
Whichever you choose, remember that the perfect blog post takes more than just a great topic, it takes research, great writing and a purpose on your website to make it stand out.
About
Holly Hinton
Holly Hinton has been building websites for over 20 years – since way back in the days of Dreamweaver and FrontPage – and started Web Goddess in 2014 to combat all the bad advice small business owners received about web design and SEO. She loves sharing her knowledge and empowering those same business owners to take control of their online presence. Holly is a mum to teenage boys who love destroying the offence on an American Football field and loves crochet when she gets a chance.