Time to ditch "how-to" content? 🥱

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The reason I am saying this is because:

✅ It's everywhere, making it hard to stand out.
✅ It provides basic info, not the deeper insights your audience needs.
✅ Technical "how-to" content can lead to burnout and fatigue.

Instead, what we should focus on: 💡
- Perspective-shifting content that challenges your audience's thinking.
- Blend "how-to" with "why-to" for context and depth.
- Engage your audience in critical thinking for deeper understanding.

What do you think?

Angelina Ashley · Accepted Answer

Blending how-to with why-to sound like  a great way to provide both practical steps and valuable context .

Susan R. Pruitt · Answer

It seems like providing context and challenging perspectives could make content stand out more. Combining "how-to" with "why-to" could definitely be a better approach.

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shifting from basic how to content to deeper, perspective-shifting insights can truly enhance engagement and understanding .

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I get that "how-to" content is everywhere. Focusing on perspective-shifting ideas and blending with "why-to" might actually provide more value.

Sid · Answer

@susan_r_pruitt Definitely!

Sid · Answer

@mathew_james_ Totally!

Milli Sen · Answer

Interesting

Sid · Answer

@angelina_ashley Yes it’s like mixing the best of both worlds.

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I agree that "how-to" content can get boring. Shifting to content that encourages critical thinking and provides deeper insights might be the way to go.

Christopher David Anderson · Answer

Thought-provoking points! 🤔 I agree it's time to evolve beyond basic how-to content. Blending practical tips with the why and broader perspectives can make content much more engaging. Gets readers thinking critically rather than just skimming step-by-steps. Maybe sprinkle in some storytelling too to really hook people and make the insights memorable. 💡 The key is serving up new ideas and frameworks, not just rehashing the same old tutorials. It's more work but makes you really stand out! 🌟

Sid · Answer

@emily_wh_eeler Let's just say throwing in some 'why-to' makes it pop even more.

Time to ditch "how-to" content? 🥱

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