There are so many things we can do with the use of a computer and the internet. We can post videos on platforms such as YouTube and Vimeo, we can update our friends by posting photos on social media websites, and we can also create a blog about absolutely anything.
Blogs has been around since the 90’s. It has functioned as a diary and a learning tool to a lot of people. Is there really a hard and fast rule when it comes to the topic that you have to pick especially when you are just beginning writing your blog?
When you are just feeling the pulse of your reader, knowing what makes them tick, and what could be of interest to them is very important to ensure you will have a captive audience. Driving readers to your page definitely spells success to you as a blogger.
Things to Consider
First of all is to find your niche. It would be easy for you to write if you are well-versed on your topic. What we have right now are more discerning readers who would easily know if you are truly knowledgeable on the topic you are writing about.
They could read through your words and your credibility as a writer will suffer if your writing is not thorough and half baked. It’s better to stick to subjects you are familiar with so you can write with authority thus making you more professional sounding and your tone, sincere.
Writing about something that you are very familiar with will enable you to enjoy writing even more. Avoid blogging about topics that are not that related to each other as it may become a little too messy.
You may want to focus on just one field and have a target audience that you can build a relationship with.
Another thing to consider when deciding on what to blog about is whether it is for personal use or if you want to make a living out of it. If it is for personal use, then write about absolutely anything you want.
But if you want the possibility to earn money from it, try to find topics that are always trending and relatable. Do your best to make it as interesting as possible to attract a lot of viewers. Make sure to have an engaging writing style as well.
Popular topics and writing styles
Thinking of your niche is the most crucial part of starting a blog. Here are some examples of different types of articles, topics, and writing styles that are extremely popular:
How-tos and guides
I am pretty sure all of us has searched for a guide or a “how-to” article on Google a number of times already. This can vary to how-tos for beginners or extremely advanced guides for a certain topic. This has to be one of the most popular article to write about.
Listicles
If you are an avid user of Facebook, then you may have an idea just what a listicle is. A listicle is a type of article that is in a form of a list. It is being used by many popular websites such as Buzzfeed, Bored Panda, Cracked, and Mashable.
Listicles are a huge hit because of its simplicity and it is a lot of fun to read because it includes graphics. They are also easy to share with others.
Recipes
Now this is no brainer since everyone loves food. If you love to cook, then why not blog about the different recipes you have and share it with others? You can also post quick videos of the process on how you make them.
Memes
If you want to make your blog more entertaining and fun, then using memes is a great idea. Everyone uses it and they have been extremely popular for years now.
There is always a new meme generated every day so you will have a lot to post. It will also make your blog hip and trendy especially to young people.
Travel
It is one of the most popular topic to blog about because people are always looking for the best places to visit and the best food to try. This is also a great way to make people be aware of how the beauty this world has.
Did you know that a lot of bloggers get paid just to visit a certain resort or restaurants from different places and even countries? Some companies would fly you over to their place so you can blog about them and give your honest review.
Product reviews
Almost everyone relies on product reviews before buying anything online. Since most of our shopping are being done online nowadays, it is no wonder that this type of blog is very popular.
Some companies may even send you some of their products for you to review. Just make sure to be as unbiased as possible so you do not lose your credibility.
Parenting
Being a parent is one of the most difficult job there is. It is great to be able to read different stories of other parents that are going through the same things as you are. Any type of parenting tip or a new idea for a game are truly appreciated.
These are just some examples of the most popular things to write about. You can explore more topics that will suit you best. Just make sure to choose one that you will truly enjoy writing about.
Conclusion
Deciding on what to blog about can be a little difficult because there are so many topics to choose from especially if you are a beginner. There are a lot of factors that you can consider when choosing a topic.
First is to have a niche. Having a niche will allow you to have a specific target audience which will eventually make them come back to your blog regularly. You will be able to form a certain relationship with them.
Make sure to write about something you are knowledgeable of so that you don’t lose your credibility. If you want to make a living out of blogging, choose a niche that is popular, relatable, and interesting to read. Choose one that can attract a lot of traffic to your website.
Lastly, write about something that you love or are truly interested in. Nothing beats doing something that you really enjoy.