5 Simple Content Ideas You Can Create This Week
One of the biggest questions new digital content creators ask is:
“What should I create?”
I remember asking the same thing when I first started creating content online. With so many options, it can feel overwhelming.
But here’s the good news — you don’t need fancy tools or complicated setups. You just need to start with simple content ideas that help you take action.
In this post, I’ll share 5 simple content ideas you can create this week — even if you’re brand new to digital content creation.
1. A Quick “How To” Blog Post
People love learning how to do things — and you likely know how to do something others would love to learn.
A simple “how to” blog post is a great way to start.
Example ideas:
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How to organize your home office
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How to plan a simple budget
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How to grow tomatoes in containers
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How to stay motivated working from home
Just walk your reader through the steps — it doesn’t need to be perfect. The key is to be helpful and clear.
2. A Short List Post
List posts are one of the easiest and most popular forms of content online.
Why? They’re scannable, quick to read, and deliver value fast.
Example ideas:
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5 tips for saving money on groceries
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7 ways to stay healthy after 60
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10 tools I use to create digital content
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3 books that changed my mindset
Beginner content creator tips like this help you get used to writing and sharing online.
3. A Simple Checklist or PDF Download
This is one of my favorite easy content ideas — because it gives your readers something useful they can download and keep.
You can create a simple checklist in Google Docs, save it as a PDF, and offer it on your blog or through an email list signup.
Example ideas:
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Daily morning routine checklist
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Monthly home maintenance checklist
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Beginner’s checklist for starting a side hustle
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10-step digital content creation checklist
PDFs are also a great way to grow your email list while delivering value.
4. A Personal Story or Lesson Learned
Sharing personal experiences helps your audience connect with you — especially when you’re just starting out.
Think about:
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A challenge you faced
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A lesson you learned
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An experience that shaped your thinking
Example ideas:
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What I learned from starting a blog at 69
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My first month as a digital content creator — what worked and what didn’t
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How I built my first email list
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Mistakes I made when launching my first product
These types of posts build trust and authenticity — two things money can’t buy.
5. A Resource List or Favorite Tools Post
People love recommendations. Creating a resource list post helps your readers discover tools or websites they may not know about.
It also positions you as a helpful guide — and if you use affiliate links, it can even earn you a little extra income.
Example ideas:
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My favorite free tools for creating content online
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Best websites for royalty-free images
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Top tools I use for digital content creation
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My go-to resources for learning digital marketing
This type of post is a great way to provide ongoing value to your readers.
Final Thoughts
As a new digital content creator, the key is to take action — not to aim for perfection.
These 5 simple content ideas will help you get moving this week:
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Write a quick “how to” post
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Create a list post
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Offer a simple checklist or PDF
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Share a personal story or lesson
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Post a helpful resource list
Pick one or two ideas and create something today.
If you missed my previous post on how to start creating digital content, you really should go read it as you will find value in doing so.
The more you create, the more confident you’ll feel — and the faster your audience will grow.
See you on the journey,
Steve Legg