27 Prompts for Social Media When Nothing's Going On
Whether you’re shy, humble, or currently unemployed, people often ask what to share on social media. Even the gainfully employed Patrick Garr (Hamilton, Mean Girls) sometimes battles with what to post.
“How do I know what to post, especially when I feel like there’s nothing going on?”
There’s always something we can share! In this episode of Conversations with Tony, I breakdown the four ways to always have something to offer online…
Introducing the Three P’s
I encourage my clients to share and work to continue to improve in three areas. These are your:
PRODUCT = a given, the work you do.
PROCESS = sometimes overlooked or underexposed, the journey to creating your product.
PERSON = difficult, but letting people see who you are.
When you find yourself stuck on what to say, check out the bonus tip:
O.P.P. = other peoples’ posts—engaging or amplifying!
Person
Share Who You Are
Daily Life + Activities
Entertaining pic.twitter.com/WrlPhvTgZn
— Randy Rainbow (@RandyRainbow) August 30, 2021
Local or Travel Spots
Friends
Family
Professional Photos
Selfies
Breathing it in. I’m an island boy, at heart… and this #FireIsland has always had a grounding effect on me. The safety here, I cherish it. pic.twitter.com/iiLPHW7aZx
— Wilson Cruz (@wcruz73) August 27, 2021
#OOTD
(Outfit of the Day)
Your View
Your Mood
Your Tips
Express yourself 🤩 pic.twitter.com/2Z0kiMFrAC
— Webflow (@webflow) August 30, 2021
Discoveries or Thoughts
Process
Share Behind-the-Scenes
Beauty
Fitness + Nutrition
Work-in-Progress
BTS of Finished Projects
Books You’re Reading
Lessons / Classes / Rehearsals
Bust Myths
You don't "sing from your diaphragm". You don't "breathe from your diaphragm". Get your shit right people. #seyvoice #authenticvoice
— Susan Eichhorn Young (@seyvoice) August 25, 2021
Product
Share Your Projects
Full Productions
Reveal of Cover Art
Press
Throwback Professional Photos
Throwback Personal Photos
Team Shoutouts
Bonus
Other People’s Posts
Engage and Amplify Others
Current Events
Praying for New Orleans and all areas hit by this hurricane. The destruction and loss is devastating. Over 1 million without power now in New Orleans alone. 🙏🏾
— LaChanze (@laChanze) August 30, 2021
Stay tuned for more details as they are finalized. 👇🏼 💙💗🤍 https://t.co/CgpULxn7ZA
— Stephanie J. Block (she/her) (@StephanieJBlock) August 29, 2021
Note that 75% of this page is not about a product(ion). Sharing who you are as a person, your process, and the people around your work and life will always help promote your product.
NOTE: It’s 100% okay to speak up for yourself or others. Step into your role as the CEO of You, Inc. and as a member of the global Changemaker Community. Always take a moment: have empathy and compassion for others, but I think it’s important to raise your voice when others (or yourself) are being disrespected.
You can take a complete break from social media, but I think it’s always okay to have a “quiet” period, but be paying attention: nurturing relationships by engaging with or amplifying other people’s posts.
A bit meta: but I’ve also tried to highlight other people’s posts in this blog! There is ALWAYS plenty to talk about and share with others online!
