My Tips & Examples for Better Blog Post Titles

By Angie Nelson

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Blog post titles are often an afterthought. You spent time researching keywords. You spent time researching your topic. You spent time writing your post. Now, you are ready to hit Publish and move on to the next task. It is easy to simply throw something up there and move along. Surely your regular readers will have an inkling as to the type of content you provide so that they will click through, but that may be the lifespan of your post if you don’t spend a few extra seconds crafting a good title. Use these tips for writing post titles that get readers clicking through long after today.

It’s a numbers game. People love numbered lists. Maybe they simply want to double-check that you delivered on your promise of six tips. Whatever it is, it works.

Example: 6 Tips for Conquering Insomnia

Remember the 5 Ws (and that poor H). Try starting your titles with Who, What, When, Where, Why or How. You may ask a question or just make a statement. Either way, chances are good you may see an increase in your click-through rate. Make sure you are answering the question.

Example: Why You Need to Change Hosting Companies Now

Use adjectives. Words like best, worst, top, and awesome get us intrigued.

Example: Top 5 Summer Vacation Spots

Title length should be not too long, not too short, but just right. Give your readers an introduction. If your title is “Hostgator” I am going to be a little confused as to what’s next. Are you sending me to the Hostgator site? Are you reviewing Hostgator’s service? Is there some important news that I need to know? Let me know highlight what where I’m going and what to expect. This is especially the case on Twitter, where previews are not available.

Before: Hostgator
After: Top 10 Reasons to Make Hostgator Your Host

When all else fails, use a template. Simply fill in the blanks of a proven formula, and you are well on your way to a better blog post title.

Example: Amazing [items] Under [low cost]

We have become a little dependent on post previews and our personal connections carrying the weight of titles. They are not always available, however. Putting a little extra effort into the title of your new blog posts can greatly increase your click-through rate and keep those posts active long-term.

Here are blog ideas to remove writer’s block and give some inspiration for your new blog posts!

Fun Blog Post Ideas

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The Top 10 Funniest Blog Posts of All Time
A Collection of Hilarious Cat Memes to Inspire Your Next Blog Post
How to Have More Fun in Life: A Guide for Creative Writers
50 Ideas for New and Exciting Blog Posts
How to Turn Boring Topics into Interesting Blog Posts
20 Ways to Get More Traffic to Your Blog
How to Optimize Your Blog Posts for SEO
The Pros and Cons of Starting a blog
What Makes a Good Blogging Platform?
Tips for Choosing the Right Domain Name for your blog
How to Create a Successful Blogging Schedule
How to Write Compelling Blog Posts that Engage Readers
The Top 10 Mistakes that New Bloggers Make
How to Market Your Blog Locally and Globally
Why Guest Posting is Important for bloggers
How to Increase Engagement on Your Blog
10 Ways to Make Money From Your Blog
How to Create a Professional Looking Blog
What Are the Different Types of Blogs?
What Movies, Shows, Or Documentaries Feature Your Industry?
Use Questions On Forums like Quora or Reddit As Blog Posts
What are your Favorite Blog Plugins?
Write an In-depth Review of a Recent Podcast Episode
Feature your Most Popular Posts

Practical Blog Post Ideas

Tips for Choosing the Right Domain Name for your Blog
Setting Up Your First WordPress blog
How to Customize Your WordPress blog’s Appearance
Six must-have WordPress plugins for bloggers
Five Tips For Writing Better Content For Your Blog
Using Images In Your Blog Posts To Enhance Engagement
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30 Places To Find Free Images For Commercial Use
Lessons learned from your customers over the Years
The Importance of Unplugging from Social Media
What Excites You About Your Niche Or Industry?
Explain New Industry Trends
Debunk Myths with Facts
Post a case study
Combine Your Best Blog Posts Into A Free E-Book
Recommend the best blogs to follow
Answer FAQs About Your Business, Products, or Blog
Talk About Insights from Recent Data in Your Industry
Create A Beginner’s Guide
Create a Checklist
Best ________ (Fill In The Blank) Tutorials

Controversial Blog Post Ideas

The Pros and Cons of Abortion
The Pros and Cons of Gun Control
The Pros and Cons of the Death Penalty
The Pros and Cons of Same-Sex Marriage
The Pros and Cons of Vegetarianism/ Veganism
The Pros and Cons of Legalizing Marijuana
The Pros and Cons of School Uniforms
The Pros and Cons of Capital Punishment
The Pros and Cons of Genetic Engineering
The Pros and Cons of Zoos

Educational Blog Post Ideas

The Top 10 Educational Blog Posts of All Time
The Pros and Cons of Homeschooling
Pros and Cons of Charter Schools
How to Choose the Right School for Your Child
The Top 5 Educational Technology Tools for Teachers
How to Use Technology in the Classroom to Enhance Learning
20 Ways to Use Technology in the Classroom That Will Enhance Student Learning
How to Create Engaging Online Lessons That Keep Students Motivated
The Top 5 Tools for flipped learning
How to Flip Your Classroom for Maximum Learning Engagement
20 Ideas For Flipped Classroom Activities That Will Keep Students Engaged
How to Use Technology in the Classroom to Promote Active Learning
The Top 5 Tools for Gamified Learning
How to Create a Gamified Classroom That Will Enhance Student Engagement and Learning
20 Ideas For Gamified Classroom Activities That Will Keep Students Motivated
The Top 5 Tools for creating engaging eLearning courses
How to Create eLearning Courses That Are Engaging and Easy to Use
10 Tips For Creating Engaging eLearning Courses
The Top 5 Tools for Online Collaborative Learning
How to Use Technology to Promote Collaborative Learning in the Classroom