How to Write a Blog Post Title

Leon Torres

The Perfect Prompt – How to Write a Blog Post Title that Gets Clicks

Writing blog post titles that attract readers and get clicks is an art. A well-crafted title can be the difference between your post getting noticed or ignored. In this blog post, I will share 10 unique prompts to help you generate catchy and compelling titles for your next blog post.

1. Focus Keyword Title Prompt

[Write 1-2 focus keywords that are relevant to your blog post topic]. [Write a compelling title using the focus keyword(s) that captures attention and makes readers want to click]. For example, if your post is about time management tips for bloggers, your title could be “5 Time Management Tips for Bloggers to Stay Focused and Productive”.

2. Question Title Prompt

[Write a question related to your blog post topic that readers would want answered]. [Write the question as your title]. For example, a post about common blogging mistakes could have the title “What are the Top 5 Mistakes New Bloggers Make?”. Questions intrigue readers and make them more likely to click through to find the answer.

3. How-To Title Prompt

[Write what problem or challenge your blog post will address]. [Write a how-to style title that promises to provide a solution]. For example, a post about growing your email list could have the title “How to Grow Your Email List by 100 Subscribers in 30 Days”. Readers are drawn to how-to titles because they want practical tips and strategies they can directly apply.

4. Numbered List Title Prompt

[Write the topic or theme of your numbered list]. [Write a title using the format “X [Topic] to/for [Benefit/Result]”]. For example, a post sharing tips for productive mornings could have the title “7 Morning Routines to Be More Productive All Day”. Numbered lists catch people’s attention and the promise of multiple tips increases click potential.

5. Unexpected Connection Title Prompt

[Write two unrelated topics]. [Write a title connecting them in an unexpected way]. For example, a post about blogging basics may have the title “Blogging for Beginners: What Harry Potter Can Teach You”. The unexpected connection piques curiosity and encourages clicks.

6. Emotional Impact Title Prompt

[Write an emotion]. [Write a title invoking that emotion related to your topic]. For example, a post on dealing with online criticism could be titled “How to Handle Hate Comments Without Letting Them Get to You”. Emotional titles tap into human emotions and motivate clicking.

7. Benefit-Focused Title Prompt

[Write the main benefit or result readers will get]. [Write a title focused on that clear benefit]. For example, a post on blog monetization could be titled “Three Simple Ways to Monetize Your Blog and Earn an Extra $1,000 Per Month”. Focusing on the key benefit draws people eager for that result.

8. Solution Title Prompt

[Write a common challenge or problem readers face]. [Write a title directly promising the solution]. For example, a post on time management could be titled “Finally Solve Your Time Management Problems with This Easy 3-Step System”. Readers will click to get the solution to their issue.

[Write a currently trending topic]. [Write a title showing how your post relates to that trend]. For example, if Wordle is popular, a post on content strategy could be titled “How to ‘Wordle’ Your Blog Posts with Strategic Keyword Placement”. Relating to current trends increases relevancy and clicks.

10. Call to Action Title Prompt

[Write a clear call to action]. [Write a title directly issuing that call to action]. For example, a post on starting a blog could be titled “Stop Waiting and Start Your Blog Today – A 7-Step Plan”. A clear call to action spurs readers into clicking immediately.

FAQs

How do I know which title prompt type will work best for my blog post topic?

Consider your post’s main goal and theme. Questions, how-tos, and lists work well for tips/tutorials. Emotions and benefits work for problems/solutions posts. Relating to trends makes informative posts timely. A call to action is great for conversion-focused posts. Test different styles if unsure.

What if I can’t think of something to fill in the blanks for a prompt?

Don’t get stuck overthinking – move to another prompt if one isn’t flowing naturally. You can also get inspiration by brainstorming common questions or challenges your readers face related to the topic. Browsing related blogs for popular posts can also spark new angle ideas to create an engaging title. The prompts are meant to be a starting point – modify them to fit your content as needed.

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