Some people find writing within the same boundaries and conventions can be a chore, severely limiting creativity. When you find that your blog’s content is lagging in variety, you might want to consider shifting gears a bit.

Take a look at some of these post types for ideas in how you can approach your content differently so you can rejuvenate your writing:

Reviews

Present your opinions of a new product, film, concert, CD, book, musical, etc., relevant to your blog. Posts of this kind can be timed to weekly or monthly releases to build excitement of your blog and give it a sense of urgency and consistency.

Link Round Ups

This is a simple post type, basically a collection of finds on the Internet complete with back links and a brief description for each. Having a specific theme for your roundups is recommended so your selections don’t become too esoteric.

Audio or Video

Grabbing a relevant video on YouTube or Google Video is always a quick way to cover your bases while also giving your blog a touch of inter-activity. Audio files and mp3s can also be entertaining. You can utilize both formats to create entertaining tutorials or PR announcements.

Lists

Always a popular choice, lists can be a comprehensive and accessible means of organizing information into easily manageable selections. Having an ambitious number of items, like over 50, may take some time to compile but will be an authoritative reference for your readers. Check out our 50 Quotes to Inspire your Blogging for an example.

Interviews

Seeking out other bloggers, experts and peers in your field is a great way of connecting with your respective community and showcasing different perspectives on your blog. Completing interviews can be done in a variety of formats including email correspondence, video conferencing, pod-casting and audio recordings.

Instructional

A detailed, step-by step walkthrough covering a complex task or process can be a valuable reference point for your readers and will help establish your authority within your niche. Complete with visual examples, like drawings, diagrams photos or videos, these posts are incredibly viral and sought after. See How to Add Photos to Your Wordpress Blog.

News and Announcements

Keep track of the latest developments in your field by documenting the stories shaping your industry. Just be up-to-date, and if you do rehash old news, then take a different spin to it or add something noteworthy!

Post Series and Featured Articles

Your more comprehensive posts can be divided into an ongoing series that focuses on a specific theme or subject. You can also ask guest bloggers to contribute, adding another dimension to your blog.

Rants

While these are more geared toward personal blogs, the occasional rant about things that set you off can be entertaining and relatable for your readers. This is where the writer can reveal more about who they are and connect with their readership. Rants are always strong comment bait.

Profiles and Introductory Posts

Whenever you have new contributor, an introductory post explaining their background, specialties and prospective tasks on your blog is a welcome addition, giving your readers a window into how your blog operates and allows new members to engage the community from the get go. The more your readers know about your team, the more likely they are to participate themselves.

Hopefully this list will inspire some creative blogging that helps you break out of your normal writing routine. Trying new things is essential to blogging, so give some of these a go and let us know what works for you!