20 Headlines to get your Blog posts noticed
Before writing a blog post, it is extremely important that you understand two things;
Who your ideal audience is
What value you are providing them
Once you have established these two things, you can then move onto creating not only amazing content but headlines that will draw in your ideal audience and keep them coming back.
Below I will share 10 categories your headlines should come under and why! Make sure to download our top 20 headlines guide at the end of this blog, so that you never run out of ideas!
Lists & Numbers
Using numbers in your titles gives your readers a clear idea of what your blog post is about. Most people don’t have time to sit and read long blog posts, therefore giving them a clear and concise idea of what they will read, will encourage them to click into your blog post. Words to feature in this headline could be;
Ways to
Reasons
Tips & Tricks
Facts
Methods to
Best & Easy ways to
All customers are looking to solve a problem. Therefore telling your readers how your blog post will make their lives easier is a sure way to get them to click and read. A lot of readers are not only looking for an easy way to do something but the best way they can achieve it too. Therefore, using words like “Best” and “Easy” in your headlines is a great way to entice your readers and potential customers.
Mistakes never to make
People will do anything to avoid messing up or making mistakes in any industry that they’re in. Therefore using headlines that will give your audience a sense of protection and help them avoid making any type of mistake, will be sure to grab their attention and click into your blog post.
Example: “5 mistakes to avoid while travelling.”
Fast ways to
In a world where people never have time and want things done as fast as humanly possible, creating a blog about the fastest way things in your niche can be done, will draw in a large audience. These types of headlines also rank highly in search engines due to the high volumes of people wanting things done quickly.
Comparison
When choosing between products, many people turn to blogs for advice. These headlines are straightforward and tell the reader exactly what they’re going to get. These types of titles rank highly in competitive spaces.
Example: “iPhone 12 Vs Samsung Galaxy s20”
Experience
People want advice from those who have experienced the same problems they are currently facing and advise them on how to get through it. Therefore using titles such as “ 5 things I learned on my travels through Europe”, will draw in readers that are looking for real-life advice and education.
Distrust
Telling people how they may be being lied to or manipulated is a sure way to get them to click into your article or blog post. We are constantly looking for ways to not have “the wool pulled over our eyes” and therefore any advice you can give to help people in these situations is sure to get noticed.
Example: “Can you really trust your friends?”
Scientific
Going back to my earlier point of people not wanting to be misled or taken advantage of, headlines with a fact or figure backed by science draws in even the most sceptical of readers. Share how your article is going to help someone but back it up with science if you can. Remember to use reliable sources and quote them throughout your post to build trust and credibility with your readers.
Educate
Most people read blogs to learn more about a certain topic or area. Therefore you should create titles that will pull in those readers that want to be educated. Use words such as;
Methods
Strategies
Teach
Learn
Clickbait
These types of headlines get a bad reputation when used in the wrong way. Using a title that has nothing to do with the content, to get clicks, is just plain wrong and you will end up losing credibility amongst your readers. Clickbait headlines build up high anticipation and it’s important that your content delivers.
Example: “I can’t believe this happened”
Headlines are extremely important and need to be carefully thought of when sharing an article or blog post.
Start increasing your blog traffic and get noticed today!
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