116: Run Out of Content Ideas? Here’s 6 Things to Try to Inspire Yourself Again

116: Run Out of Content Ideas? Here’s 6 Things to Try to Inspire Yourself Again

Author: The Two Lauras July 9, 2024 Duration: 29:55

Uh oh, the day has finally arrived - you sit at your desk ready to work and discover that someone stole your inspiration overnight. What do you do?! Whether it’s content for your own business or your clients’ businesses that you’re stuck on creating, it’s happened to all of us at some point, so in today’s episode we’re compiling a few of our favourite ways to get your spark of inspiration back. Whatever you do, don’t try to force it - that’s an easy way to stress yourself out in no time. Just get out for a walk, pop your headphones in and make sure to note down the ideas we’re sharing in this episode!

In this episode, we’re chatting about:

  • Why taking a break can sometimes be the best thing for ideas
  • How to repurpose your content in loads of different ways
  • Snooping on other accounts and using comments and reviews inspire you
  • Finding the trends that will apply to you or your clients and using them in the right way

Check out the full show notes here!

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Navigating the freelance world as a social media manager comes with unique challenges and opportunities, and JFDI with The Two Lauras is built specifically for that journey. Hosted by The Two Lauras, this podcast dives into the real, unfiltered experience of building a sustainable business in the social media sector. Each episode feels like a candid conversation with colleagues who have been there, offering practical advice drawn from their own successes and stumbles. You’ll hear them break down current marketing trends not as distant concepts, but as actionable strategies you can adapt for your own clients. They openly share how they structure their operations, manage client relationships, and tackle the constant push to grow, all with a focus on cutting through the noise to what actually works. This isn't about theory; it's about the tangible steps you can take to strengthen your freelance foundation. Tuning into this podcast provides both a roadmap and a sense of community, reminding you that the questions on your mind are likely the same ones being discussed in real time. For those looking to move beyond inspiration and into implementation, The Two Lauras offer a grounded, honest perspective that makes the complex feel achievable.
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