Know how they say you can never ask a stupid question? Well that may not be entirely true, but the art of knowing which questions to ask can propel you from a creative rut to forward thinking ideas. Brilliant brainstorming tactics are a skill you have to have in your wheel house to achieve longevity with your blog’s content. Here are some inspirational forces to draw on when formulating the right questions.
Passover Anyone?
If you have ever attended a Passover Seder you are already familiar with the four questions asked by the youngest attendees all about the holiday and why it is different. By asking even the most obvious questions and having an inquisitive outlook towards your surroundings you can delve deeper into areas that otherwise may be overlooked. For example: Why is this blog different than all other blogs? Why on your blog do you write about technology? And most importantly, why would someone want to read your blog? Find the answers and you’re on the right track.
Being Barbara Walters
Barbs may not be the most entrancing journalist out there, but she knows how to ask the right questions to get emotional responses from her subjects. Don’t be afraid to dig deep and ask the important questions that may not always be comfortable. Sit down and interview yourself. If you were sitting with Ms. Walters what would she ask you? What would interest her the most about you and your blog? Find these points and expose the answers to your readers. Keep it interesting.
What about your Readers?
What are the most commonly asked questions by your readers? Pull back the curtain and unveil information that they ask you regularly. Even if you’ve answered it before, as long as people are asking you need to answer. Find new ways to communicate these truths so that every vein of traffic can truly comprehend the information.
Asking the right questions in the right way is an art. So is listening. Get feedback from your peers, your friends and most importantly listen to your gut to break out of your blogging rut.