You’ve written your fab useful and helpful Blog. Your reader has read to the end of your blog but they don’t know what to do next.
Your blog has ended and then nothing.
Don’t leave them wondering and pondering what to do next. Give them a fun and clear call to action.
Let’s chat about:
- What is a ‘call to action’?
- Why use a ‘call to action’ on your blog?
- ‘Call to action’ ideas to boost engagement on your blog
What’s a ‘call to action’?
First of all, you may not be sure what’s meant by a ‘call to action’.
A ‘call to action’ on your blog can be a phrase or an image that encourages your blog visitors, to take action.
You’re probably familiar with ‘Buy now’, ‘Download now’ or ‘Read more’.
They’re examples of a call to action
Why use a ‘call to action’ on your blog?
A ‘call to action’ on your blog is a (gentle) nudge for what you’d like your reader to do when they get to the end of the blog.
‘Call to action’ ideas to boost engagement on your blog
Call to action idea #1
Ask them to ‘Pop your thoughts below’
Call to action idea #2
I’d love to know your ideas on this topic. Put them in the comments box below. I read and reply to everyone.
Call to action idea #3
Thanks for reading my blog. Let me know how it’s going to help you with [insert area of help] eg business, decorating woes, exercise plan, sleeping.
Call to action idea #4
I know comments aren’t everything but I do love it when you leave them so please pop your thoughts below.
Call to action idea #5
Do you have a different way of approaching this? I’d love to know and we both know sharing is caring
Call to action idea #6
I really value your opinion. Please leave your comment below.
Call to action idea #7
Do you agree on what I’ve written? I’d love to hear your thoughts. Please pop them in the comments box below.
Call to action idea #8
Yeah! You’ve read to the end. Why not leave a comment below. I’d love to know what you think.
Call to action idea #9
Interested in reading more of my content on social media? You can follow me on [insert link(s) to social media profiles]
Call to action idea #10
Would your followers on Twitter enjoy this blog? Why not Tweet it. I’ll be smiling like a Cheshire Cat if you do.
Call to action idea #11
I’d love to get to know you better. Join my Facebook group, say ‘Hi and tell us about yourself.’ (Remember to include link to your group)
Call to action idea #12
Are you following me on Twitter? Click here and follow me (Remember to include the link to your profile)
Call to action idea #13
Are you active on LinkedIn? Click here and connect with me (Remember to include the link to your profile)
Call to action idea #14
Join my list. I send out [what you send out and the benefits of receiving this type of content] Sign up here to receive it. (Great for growing your email list)
Call to action idea #15
I publish a new video on YouTube every week on [day] at [time].
Sign up here and get an email reminder 30 minutes before it premiers and be the first to watch!
Which one will you try first?
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