Brainstorming-Techniques-for-Content-Creation (1)
Brainstorming-Techniques-for-Content-Creation (1)
Content Creation
62% of marketers struggle with generating fresh ideas. Yet structured
ideation can boost content output by 40%.
by Sri Poojitha
Mind Mapping: Expanding Your
Content Universe
Start Central
Begin with your main topic in the center
Branch Out
Create subtopics as branches from the center
Connect Ideas
Draw lines between related concepts
Discover Opportunities
Identify unexpected content connections
Swipe Files: Your Inspiration
Repository
Headline Collection
Save compelling titles and subject lines that grab attention.
Visual Designs
Store screenshots of layouts, graphics, and color schemes you
admire.
Format Examples
Keep samples of effective content structures and templates.
Campaign Flows
Document successful multi-channel content sequences.
Rapid Ideation: Quantity Drives Quality
Set Timer (5-10 minutes)
Create urgency with strict time limits
Structured Selection
Use clear criteria to identify strongest ideas
Lotus Blossom Technique
Core Concept Theme 1
Your central theme or topic First related concept (expands to 8 ideas)
Theme 7 Theme 2
1 2
Seventh related concept (expands to 8 Second related concept (expands to 8
ideas) 8 3 ideas)
Theme 6 Theme 3
7 4
Sixth related concept (expands to 8 Third related concept (expands to 8
ideas) ideas)
6 5
Theme 4
Theme 5
Fourth related concept (expands to 8
Fifth related concept (expands to 8 ideas)
ideas)
Round-Robin Brainstorming
Sequential Contribution
Each team member adds one idea when their turn comes.
Delay Discussion
Save all evaluation and debate for after generation.
3-5
Minutes
Individual writing time per round
2-3
Ideas
Concepts to write before passing
20%
More Ideas
Than traditional brainstorming
100%
Participation
Everyone contributes equally
Implementation Strategy
Refine & Optimize
Analyze which techniques produce best content
Document Everything
Maintain centralized idea repository