50 Free Social Media Post Ideas

50 free social media post ideas

Improve your business value proposition and relevance with these 50 easy social media post ideas.

  1. Behind-the-scenes photos or videos of your workspace or team.
  2. Customer testimonials or success stories.
  3. Inspirational quotes related to your industry or niche.
  4. How-to guides or tutorials.
  5. Polls or surveys to engage your audience and gather feedback.
  6. Industry news or updates.
  7. Infographics or visual data representations.
  8. Caption contests with a relevant image.
  9. Shoutouts to other businesses or influencers in your industry.
  10. Fun facts or trivia related to your brand or industry.
  11. Product or service reviews from satisfied customers.
  12. Seasonal promotions or discounts.
  13. Case studies showcasing your work or achievements.
  14. Q&A sessions where you answer customer questions.
  15. A day in the life of your business or employees.
  16. Live videos or webinars on a specific topic.
  17. Celebrate milestones or anniversaries.
  18. User-generated content, such as photos or testimonials from customers.
  19. “Did you know?” facts about your industry or products.
  20. Share relevant blog posts or articles from your website or other sources.
  21. Ask for feedback or suggestions from your audience.
  22. Throwback photos or memories from your business journey.
  23. Share industry-related memes or humorous content.
  24. Create and share infotainment videos blending information and entertainment.
  25. Share positive reviews or feedback from customers.
  26. Introduce your team members (or pets) with their photos and short bios.
  27. Share interesting statistics or data related to your industry.
  28. Collaborate with other businesses or influencers for cross-promotion.
  29. Highlight a product or service and explain its benefits.
  30. Run a contest or giveaway to engage your audience.
  31. Share your favorite books or resources related to your industry.
  32. “Caption this” posts with a funny or intriguing image.
  33. Share productivity tips or hacks.
  34. Highlight charitable initiatives or community involvement.
  35. Fun challenges or games related to your brand or industry.
  36. Share relevant podcasts or YouTube videos.
  37. Industry-related memes or GIFs.
  38. Showcase your customers using your products or services.
  39. Share before-and-after transformations or progress pictures.
  40. Offer exclusive discounts or promotions for your social media followers.
  41. Share a personal story or experience related to your business.
  42. Quick tips or hacks to make life easier.
  43. Highlight a customer of the month or week.
  44. Share testimonials or reviews from industry experts.
  45. Discuss upcoming trends or predictions in your industry.
  46. “This or That” posts where users choose between two options.
  47. Share a list of recommended tools or resources.
  48. Ask for opinions or suggestions on a specific topic.
  49. Share inspiring stories or quotes from industry leaders.
  50. Share a fun fact about yourself or your team members.

Remember to tailor these ideas to your specific brand and target audience, and always strive to provide valuable and engaging content that resonates with your followers.


About the Author

Catherine Jarvis Clothier is a digital marketer and online presence specialist living and working in Kent, UK. She has worked in unusual UK businesses for over 10 years across the South of England, particularly in automotive and therapy-based enterprises. Catherine specialises in social media, SEO and web design. She can be contacted here for online business consultations.

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