Have you ever had writer’s block?

Writing various content types each month is at the core of a copywriter’s job, so you can easily imagine that they are very experienced with writer’s block. While it may feel like your brain has hit a brick wall, writer’s block doesn’t have to be devastating.  

For content writers, writer’s block can mean more than simply failing to put pen to paper; it means delays, missed deadlines, lost time, and compromised quality. With these implications, it’s easy to see why copywriters usually have a trusted stack of techniques dedicated to avoiding and getting over writer’s block. Content writers aren’t the only people who experience writer’s block. Authors, playwrights, composers, and even songwriters can all experience writer’s block. 

So, how do you get your gears turning again when all you can do is stare at a blank sheet and watch it fade to black? Here are four trusted methods used by our content team that’ll avoid a complete mind blank and get you out of a pickle.

1 — Content calendar  

It is not the most revolutionary tip, however, it is an extremely reliable method that content writers worldwide use! One of the leading causes of writer’s block, particularly with copywriting, is not knowing what to write about rather than struggling with the actual act of writing. 

Content calendars also remove some of the inevitable pressure copywriters may feel when coming up with a compelling topic for the client and its target audience, often under a strict deadline. Succinctly, it plans your thinking and presents concrete contingency plans for days when you can’t figure out what to write.

2 — Brainstorming session

Good workplace gossip is not the only benefit of chatting with your work colleagues; it can help to relieve your writer’s block! 

When you hit a brick wall with your writing, talking to a colleague can help in a few ways. If you discuss the topic at hand with them, you will likely hear about a different perspective or learn something new about the area, giving you a solid starting point for the writing process. Alternatively, if you need validation on a potential route you plan to take for a topic, colleagues can often provide an objective opinion on your plan. Lastly, chatting with your colleagues allows you to pause your work and give yourself a mental break; sometimes, that’s all you need to get your writing rolling again.

3 — Skip to the body  

Often, the hardest thing to do is to start your article. This is because you become too focused on perfecting your article’s description when in reality, you still aren’t sure what your item will be about. 

Starting with the body allows you to bypass the roadblock that is the introduction and instead explore your ideas and begin the writing process. You may have to refine a few details as you figure out exactly what path you want to take with your writing, but at least you’ll be making progress.

4 — Shake it up

Changing up your environment and your routine will undoubtedly help your writing. Try the following adjustments:

• Change the time that you write your articles
• Move around your office or even change the orientation of your desk/chair
• If you have a laptop, try writing outside while breathing in fresh air
• Take a break in between your writing (even if you feel pressured by a deadline)

Everyone experiences writer’s block! We hope that our tips and tricks will help you overcome any challenges in your writing. If you’re having trouble writing for your company, you can always contact Adcreators for our content marketing services.