Choosing a topic

by: kris zamora


They say writing is easy; all you have to do is stare on blank piece of paper until drops of blood fall on it. Pretty easy huh? Well guess what; choosing a topic to write about is far worse. Hope the list below may help you and clear your mind of the confusions for looking a topic. (^^)


Sports tidbits

Sports have always been a popular field for looking a topic. Who doesn’t like sports anyway? I guess you have a thousand of sports fans out there waiting for some fresh stories and updates about their fave sports stars. Sports is one of the most widely read stories, and people just can't get enough about it. Know its latest and its trends; look for a interesting angle that will grab the attention of the readers, and you’re on!

Brainstorming

An idea resulted from the suggestions of your trusted colleagues is never that bad. In fact it is an effective one in getting to decide a topic. Gather them for a fiery brainstorm session and act as the facilitator. Be the first to share of your possible topic, and I'm pretty sure a minute later the room will be steamy with conversations and exchanging of ideas. Ask for their opinions and let them voice out their wild thoughts, you’ll be surprise of how much big help this could to you!

Pop out topic

Though pop out topics are a bit risky to pursue on, since these are topics created in a blink of an eye, or simply it just pop out in your mind unexpectedly, you might find it difficult to write about later. Remember, in picking a topic you have to consider the other factors too, like who will be your readers? And are there available sources? Nevertheless, pop out topics if analyze carefully, could end up into an interesting topic. Just make sure to note whatever possible subjects that came popping in your mind, then think them over one by one as to which is more related and significant to the readers and society.