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By Marlene Srdic

6 Ways to End a Blog Post

how to end a blog post
6 ways to end a blog post
how to end a blog post

Everyone prefers the middle: That’s why we cut the crust off bread or lick the inside of an oreo! But that doesn’t mean the beginning or end is no good. We’ve already talked about how to write a powerful introduction so today, we’re talking about 6 ways to end a blog post.

How you end a blog post is just as important as the beginning and all the good stuff in the middle! And I’ve seen some really, really awkward endings…or none at all.

Here are 6 ways to end a blog post that will feel like a shiny ribbon on a beautiful present.

6 Ways to End a Blog Post

Summarize

You’ll notice I always summarize my blog post in one key sentence at the end of the post. This is a great way to quickly recap the post and for people who skim to get the message, too.

It might feel repetitive to you, but reinforcing your ideas in an easy-to-digest way is great for readers. (This is also part of the structure I lay out in how to write the perfect blog post.)

Ask Readers to Share

You may have those social media widgets on the side of your blog, but asking the reader to share your post goes a long way! People are more likely to take action when you simply ask for it.

Encourage Community

If your blog post is a tutorial, ask people to share their creations online or in your comments section. You can also ask people their take on the article or to share their experiences. It’s a great way to encourage community and get people talking.

Share a Preview of the Future

Is your blog post part of a series? You can end your blog post by sharing a preview of what’s coming next in that series as well as links to previous articles in that series.

RELATED: How to nail your introduction

Link to the Best Resources

Whether your reader is learning how to start a blog or you’re sharing your favorite of-the-moment boots, you can end your blog post by linking to the best resources on the subject.

Round up your favorite fall boots under $100, or link to your favorite blogging resources. Ending your blog post with these additional resources is a great way to add value to your post (and possibly some affiliate cash, too!)

Promote Your Offerings

By all means, don’t forget to promote your service or product at the end of your blog post if it’s relevant! You should always write your blogs assuming it’s the first time someone lands on your site, which means they may not know about your crazy-good offering! Include more info about your online course or fabulous printable at the end of your post.

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6 ways to end a blog post that your readers will love


If you feel a bit awkward about how to end your blog post, try these tricks: include a call to action, ask readers to comment and share, link to some awesome resources and self-promote!

How do you typically end your blog posts? Is this something that you struggle with?

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Comments

  1. Jip says

    November 16, 2020 at 10:55 pm

    Thank you!
    I find it difficult to end a post and keep my readers engaged. This helps a lot!

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  3. Mojoblogs says

    October 24, 2020 at 7:02 am

    Hi! Just want to say that this is super helpful. Great content! Keep ’em coming.

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  4. Shivm says

    September 24, 2020 at 8:30 am

    Thanks for the wonderful article. I like ending my blogs by asking question.

    Reply
  5. Robi says

    September 24, 2020 at 8:29 am

    Thanks for the wonderful article. I like ending my blogs by asking question.

    Reply
  6. Jayda says

    September 23, 2020 at 3:05 pm

    Thanks for these tips on how to end my blog! I usually go with asking my readers a question so they can comment and dialogue with me.. This post gave me other options to switch it up sometimes! Thanks <3

    Reply
  7. Roslin says

    September 12, 2020 at 9:35 am

    Hi, Marlene! These are great and helpful tips you have shared. I am always not sure of pushing the publish button thinking about my right ending for the post. And now I am keeping these tips saved with me for every time I feel stuck.

    Reply
  8. Rachel says

    August 19, 2020 at 3:12 pm

    I’m so glad I found this post because I never know how to end my blog posts! These tips will definitely help. Thanks for the post!

    Reply
  9. Madeline Rose McKissick says

    July 28, 2020 at 10:54 pm

    Hi Marlene!
    Thank you for sharing these tips! I always get stuck when I end my blog posts, but this post has given me a lot of ideas to work with! It really helped a lot! Thank you again!

    ~Madeline

    Reply
  10. Payton says

    June 30, 2020 at 6:33 pm

    This is so helpful! I’ve been ending my blog posts by asking what the reader thought, but I really like your idea on asking them to share the post. I’ll definitely utilize that tip on my next blog post!

    Reply
  11. Ashish says

    June 13, 2020 at 10:56 am

    Great Ideas I really loved your post.

    Reply
  12. CLYDE says

    May 24, 2020 at 7:35 am

    This is a helpful post for bloggers and writers! Aside from writing an introduction, ending a blog post can be sometimes challenging too. Thank you for this awesome article. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Amanda says

    April 25, 2020 at 5:38 pm

    Thank you so much! I struggle so badly with endings. I always finish writing my post and then stare at it for 10 minutes trying to figure out how to end it cohesively. Thanks for the help

    Amanda | averageamanda.com

    Reply
    • Krystal R Simpson says

      February 28, 2021 at 2:40 pm

      I have a call to action which is an opt in. It asks if they liked this type of content (Christian Blogger). I am amazed at how many subscribers I get each week. We just have to ask. Thanks for this.

      Reply
  14. Amanda says

    March 24, 2020 at 9:59 pm

    Thank you for this helpful post. Sometimes I get a little stuck on the endings.

    Reply
  15. renata says

    September 27, 2019 at 5:59 pm

    muito bom seu artigo

    Reply
  16. paulo says

    September 16, 2019 at 5:09 pm

    muito bom me ajudou muito

    Reply
  17. Andreia - Suspiro Jewels says

    July 22, 2019 at 2:17 pm

    Thank you! Great tips! I’m so bad at call to action :/

    Reply
  18. Amila says

    June 10, 2019 at 7:49 pm

    Unfortunately, instagram has taken over everything, so blogs are slowly dying… At least in my country… I mean blogs are being read but there are no comments.. I hope this will get better in the future 🙂

    Reply
  19. Puran Mal Meena says

    April 9, 2019 at 6:15 am

    thanks for this great article i really like this post and i love your blog

    Reply
  20. Stacey from Pixie & Palm says

    March 2, 2019 at 2:02 am

    I am the worst with my call to actions. Someone seriously needs to start a course on CTA’s. LOL. I totally loved your post.

    Reply
  21. Vox says

    February 28, 2019 at 10:43 am

    Great suggestions! We typically do all of these, though, we are attempting to create our opt-ins directly for the post’s topic–instead of sharing the ONE we had done originally. However, when we first started, just having ONE was an accomplishment. This year, it’s my goal to have at least one new opt-in each month, so that I can switch them up, depending on the post. Thanks for reminding me that we are doing better, but also that we can do even better.

    Reply
  22. Sonya says

    February 24, 2019 at 3:27 am

    I have just realized recently that asking is the only way to receive. Great advice! Thanks so much for sharing it? I def pinned to reference, and subscribed to your email. Looking forward to exploring the blog a little farther.

    Reply
  23. Stephanie says

    February 18, 2019 at 6:45 am

    Love all of these! I’m going to try your suggestion about linking my best resources at the end of a blog post.

    Reply
  24. Teya @tlmblog says

    February 17, 2019 at 7:30 pm

    I’m never a big fan of the end part of my posts. I always feel like I sounds dorky like okay here’s all this info now go do something with it! that doesn’t translate well. I’ll try out some of your suggestions and see how it goes! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  25. Judy Walllace says

    January 6, 2019 at 4:54 am

    this was the best post I read in a long time about how to write a blog post. thank you!

    Reply
    • webmaster says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:27 pm

      Thanks so much, Judy! I’m so happy you found this helpful and hope you subscribed for more!

      Reply
  26. Katie says

    December 6, 2018 at 6:29 pm

    OMG – these are all excellent ideas! I tend to end my blog posts as if I was writing a letter (signing off with hugs and kisses and no call to action)

    Oops!

    Thank you! I’m pinninf this so I won’t forget!

    Reply
    • webmaster says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:29 pm

      So happy this helped, Katie! Yes, I see the lack of call to action all the time…just tell the reader what you want them to do next and it’ll help with your engagement and subscribers!

      Reply
  27. clare says

    October 30, 2018 at 8:28 pm

    your page is really pretty. i like this so much. very helpful, thank you

    Reply
  28. Ute says

    October 14, 2018 at 1:32 pm

    Great ideas! I’m going to try them all! I’ve tried to ask a question as well, but no answers!

    Reply
    • webmaster says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:31 pm

      That’s alright, just keep trying! Sometimes people comment, sometimes they don’t. Also, take a look at how easy it is to leave a comment on your blog. If it’s too difficult, many readers will quit and won’t make the effort. A lot of bloggers have found success with commenting systems like Disqus or the Facebook plugin.

      Reply
  29. Jessica says

    October 12, 2018 at 8:49 pm

    Great ideas! I really stink at wrapping up my blog posts I will definitely give these a try

    Reply
    • webmaster says

      January 6, 2019 at 8:31 pm

      Thanks, Jessica! I hope these tactics are helpful to you!

      Reply
  30. Brandon Lazovic says

    August 14, 2018 at 2:57 pm

    Nice write up! I usually resort to summaries, encouraging readers to leave comments or giving a snap shot into the future when it comes to content.

    Reply
  31. Ellen says

    July 19, 2018 at 8:13 am

    I mean, I’m always awkward irl but literally, I have no clue on what to write at the end of every blog post. Really helpful advice!

    Zyrakuma ~ https://www.zyrakuma.com

    Reply
  32. Megan @ Ginger Mom and the Kindle Quest says

    July 5, 2018 at 7:51 pm

    These are great pointers! I have noticed an increase in comments since adding my “let’s chat” at the end of my posts 🙂

    Reply
  33. SW says

    April 30, 2018 at 7:30 pm

    Id just like to say how much i appreciate that you left your subscribe option at the end of your post. It gave me the chance to actually reeead without having an irritating box pop up over the content when I’ve only just made it half way through the first paragraph. Your’s is the first blog I’ve come across that asks for subscribers in such a passive way; i like it!

    Reply
  34. Libby says

    April 6, 2018 at 6:42 pm

    Great suggestions! It can be so awkward sometimes!

    Reply
  35. Ashley says

    March 2, 2018 at 11:38 pm

    These are great examples Marlene! It’s always good to get creative and switch it up.

    Reply
  36. Nicole says

    February 26, 2018 at 5:24 am

    These are such great ideas! I always tend to ask a question at the end, but no one really responds or comments — so it get’s a bit lonely. But these are definitely more creative ways that I’ll definitely be trying. I also think you’re right — it’s easier to just ask for something sometimes. Great post, Marlene!

    Nicole | http://www.badwithdirections.com

    Reply

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