Starting a blog in 2025 can be simple if you have a clear path. ChatGPT helps remove the guesswork so you can focus on what matters: building your content and connecting with readers.
This guide gives you eight beginner-friendly prompts to help you choose a niche, name your blog, create your first posts, and more. Each prompt includes a template with placeholders you can reuse for any blog idea.
1. Pick a Blog Niche
Prompt
Suggest 5 blog niche ideas based on my interests in personal growth, side hustles, and digital tools. I want something that can grow into a business.
Template
Suggest 5 blog niche ideas based on my interests in [insert interests]. I want something that can grow into [insert goal: a business, a personal brand, etc.].
Tips
- Add 2 or 3 topics you enjoy
- Clarify your long-term goal
2. Name Your Blog
Prompt
Suggest 15 blog name ideas with 2 to 3 words for a blog about personal growth. Make them brandable and easy to remember.
Template
Suggest 15 blog name ideas with [insert word count] for a blog about [insert niche]. Make them [insert name style: catchy, brandable, minimalist, etc.].
Tips
- Choose a tone or vibe
- Keep names short and clear
3. Write an About Me Section
Prompt
Help me write an About Me section for my personal growth blog. I am a beginner sharing my journey to build better habits and a growth mindset from home. Use a friendly tone.
Template
Help me write an About Me section for my [insert niche] blog. I am [insert your background or situation] sharing my journey to [insert goal or focus]. Use a [insert tone: friendly, honest, inspiring, etc.] tone.
Tips
- Share your “why”
- Stay true to your level and experience
4. Create a Blog Post Outline
Prompt
Create a simple outline for a blog post titled “5 Reasons Personal Growth Blogs Help You Start Fresh in 2025.” Keep it easy to follow for beginners.
Template
Create a blog post outline for a post titled “[insert post title].” Make it beginner-friendly and easy to follow.
Tips
- Start with just the outline
- Make the topic clear and helpful
5. Write Your First Blog Post
Prompt
Write a 500-word blog post for beginners titled “How I Started My Personal Growth Journey with No Experience.” Use an honest, personal tone.
Template
Write a [insert word count] blog post for [insert audience level] titled “[insert blog post title].” Use a [insert tone] tone.
Tips
- Be specific with your tone
- Choose a personal or teaching approach
6. Create a 30-Day Content Plan
Prompt
Create a 30-day blog content plan for a new personal growth blog. Include daily blog post titles and the main takeaway for each.
Template
Create a [insert number of days]-day blog content plan for a [insert niche] blog. Include post titles and one key takeaway for each day.
Tips
- Focus on helping the reader
- Use themes like habits, tools, or mindset
7. Write a Blog Bio
Prompt
Write a short bio with 2 to 3 lines for my blog sidebar. I am a beginner sharing tips on personal growth, habits, and mindset.
Template
Write a short blog bio (2 to 3 lines) for a blogger in the [insert niche] space. I am [insert who you are] sharing tips on [insert topic areas].
Tips
- Mention who you are
- Show what your blog offers
8. Brainstorm Lead Magnet Ideas
Prompt
Suggest 5 simple lead magnet ideas to grow an email list for a personal growth blog. Each one should offer quick value and help readers take action.
Template
Suggest 5 lead magnet ideas to help grow an email list for a [insert niche] blog. Each idea should offer [insert value: quick results, simple tips, beginner-friendly tools, etc.].
Tips
- Make it actionable
- Match it to your audience’s needs
How to Use This Guide
- Start with Prompt 1 and choose a niche that fits your interests and goals
- Use that niche across all prompts to stay focused
- Adjust templates as needed to match your tone, topic, or audience
- Use the outputs to launch your blog with clear, useful content
This is a system you can reuse for any niche or content idea. Each prompt helps you take one step forward with less confusion and more clarity.