{"id":83392,"date":"2023-07-10T09:45:13","date_gmt":"2023-07-10T15:45:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vendasta.com\/blog\/?p=83392"},"modified":"2025-12-06T00:21:27","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T00:21:27","slug":"social-media-headlines","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vendasta.com\/blog\/social-media-headlines\/","title":{"rendered":"The science of social media headlines: Dos and don\u2019ts of creating effective and engaging headlines"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.21.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Introduction&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">When it comes to establishing an online presence and standing out on social media, you have to cut through a lot of noise. The pull of the infinite scroll and more content means you have just one chance to make an impression and capture a reader\u2019s attention \u2014 so your social media headline needs to pop.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Creating great social media headlines isn\u2019t just a shot in the dark. There\u2019s a science behind the art, and you can hone your craft using the tips and tricks below. Read on to learn headline writing tips that will make <a href=\"\/blog\/media-companies-sell-social-media-management-packages-vendasta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">selling social media packages<\/a> to clients a breeze.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">[et_pb_section global_module=\"113183 \"][\/et_pb_section]<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The power of social media headlines&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>The power of social media headlines<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">We all know how extremely online our lives are: we work, play, and connect via social media. So it would stand to reason that businesses (like your clients) need to be online as well if they want to find customers. But if everything is online, how do you make sure potential customers are seeing your message? That\u2019s where the right social media headlines come in.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Let\u2019s take a look at why exactly headlines matter for your clients:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li>64% of internet users say they find out about brands or products through social media (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.gwi.com\/reports\/social\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Web Index<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Ecommerce and social media are tightly connected: consumers buy products within social apps more often than through brand websites or third-party resellers, according to 80% of social media marketers (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hubspot.com\/hubfs\/2023%20Global%20Social%20Media%20Trends%20Report.pdf?hubs_signup-url=offers.hubspot.com%252Fsocial-media-trends-report&amp;hubs_signup-cta=Download%2520Now&amp;hubs_offer=offers.hubspot.com%252Fsocial-media-trends-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hubspot<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>6 out of 10 people will share a link without reading it based on the headline (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonpost.com\/news\/the-intersect\/wp\/2016\/06\/16\/six-in-10-of-you-will-share-this-link-without-reading-it-according-to-a-new-and-depressing-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Washington Post<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>A headline can influence your mindset before you read the body copy (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.newyorker.com\/science\/maria-konnikova\/headlines-change-way-think\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">New Yorker<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>80% of people will read a social media headline, while only 20% will click through (<a href=\"https:\/\/coschedule.com\/blog\/write-a-headline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coschedule<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Traffic to your site can vary by 500% depending on your social media headline (<a href=\"https:\/\/coschedule.com\/blog\/write-a-headline\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coschedule<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Only 1% of posts get more than 1,000 shares \u2014 meaning your headline really needs to count (<a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/resources\/shareable-content-social-media-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buffer<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The psychology of social media headlines&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>The psychology of social media headlines<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">There\u2019s a scientific reason people react the way they do to headlines: it\u2019s all in our heads. Social media use causes different responses in different regions of the brain, depending on the activity. Receiving likes or viewing photos with a lot of likes can impact the reward system in our brains \u2014 the dopamine that makes us feel good (<a href=\"https:\/\/online.king.edu\/news\/psychology-of-social-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">King University Online<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3>Emotional Headline Example:<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-84140 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/The-science-of-social-media-headlines-emotional-headline-example.webp\" alt=\"social media headlines\" width=\"512\" height=\"157\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.self.com\/story\/how-to-feel-confident-at-gym-larger-bodied-exercisers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The tone of a headline, therefore, can set up a reader for the type of experience they\u2019ll have: aka, will this make me feel good if I engage with it? Headlines like the one above from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.self.com\/story\/how-to-feel-confident-at-gym-larger-bodied-exercisers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Self Magazine<\/a> about exercising with confidence have a higher emotional value and tend to have higher engagement (<a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/resources\/shareable-content-social-media-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buffer<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3>Surprising Headline Example:<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-84143 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/The-science-of-social-media-headlines-surprising-headline-example.webp\" alt=\"social media headlines\" width=\"512\" height=\"75\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/videos\/business\/2020\/12\/17\/compology-dumpster-camera-recycling-orig.cnn#:~:text=Compology%20is%20installing%20cameras%20in,with%20unnecessary%20dump%20truck%20pickups.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Social media headlines that surprise readers like this example from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnn.com\/videos\/business\/2020\/12\/17\/compology-dumpster-camera-recycling-orig.cnn#:~:text=Compology%20is%20installing%20cameras%20in,with%20unnecessary%20dump%20truck%20pickups.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CNN<\/a> also do well because the brain likes surprises. They capture the reader\u2019s attention \u2014 and keep it (<a href=\"https:\/\/buffer.com\/resources\/headline-strategies-psychology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Buffer<\/a>) thanks to something called the curiosity gap (<a href=\"https:\/\/coschedule.com\/blog\/curiosity-gaps\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coschedule<\/a>).<\/p>\n<h3>Negative Headline Example:<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-84141 size-full\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2025\/07\/The-science-of-social-media-headlines-negative-headline-example.webp\" alt=\"social media headlines\" width=\"512\" height=\"149\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Source<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">A lot of social media headlines use negative words to drive clicks. In fact, even though there were more positive words than negative ones, negative words increased click-through rate. Each additional negative word improved the CTR by 2.3% (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.niemanlab.org\/2023\/03\/negative-words-in-news-headlines-generate-more-clicks-but-sad-words-are-more-effective-than-angry-or-scary-ones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Neiman Lab<\/a>). The headline from Harvard Business Review focuses on the mistake and the action to fix it.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The trick is to make sure the headline actually matches the body copy or content you\u2019re sending people to \u2014 if the negative headline is nothing but clickbait, you\u2019ll actually do more harm than good. Use negative words to inform, and never associate the terms with your reader. Remember, social media also plays a role in <a href=\"\/blog\/social-media-reputation-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reputation management<\/a> as well.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;15 tips for writing effective social media headlines&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>15 tips for writing effective social media headlines<\/h2>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li><strong>Keep it short and sweet: <\/strong>Try to keep your headline around 60-70 characters or less. Short social media headlines ensure your message is clear and concise, grab a reader\u2019s attention, tend to be more readable and memorable, and look better on small screens \u2014 and over 60% of all web traffic comes from mobile devices (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oberlo.com\/statistics\/mobile-internet-traffic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Oberlo<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use attention-grabbing words: <\/strong>Incorporate words that evoke emotions, like &#8220;amazing&#8221;, &#8220;stunning&#8221;, &#8220;mind-blowing&#8221;, etc. Stay away from overused descriptors like better and best, and flex your creative muscles. It might feel silly at first, but it\u2019ll capture attention when readers scroll by.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it relevant: <\/strong>Make sure your headline is relevant to your audience and your brand. If you\u2019re offering <a href=\"\/social-media\/social-marketing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">social marketing<\/a> for your clients, you need to know who you\u2019re marketing to. If your audience is 20-40 year-old-men in more rural areas, don\u2019t create headlines for the Gen Z crowd in urban centers.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ask a question that your audience will want to know the answer to: <\/strong>Questions prime our brains to become more curious. Asking questions allows the brain to become active as it reflects and releases serotonin (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.govexec.com\/management\/2017\/04\/neuroscience-asking-insightful-questions\/137274\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Government Executive<\/a>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u00a0Use numbers: <\/strong>Use numbers to give your headline a sense of structure and organization, such as &#8220;5 Ways to Boost Your Social Media Engagement&#8221;. As mentioned above, numbers encourage predictability and audiences prefer numbered social media headlines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use power words:<\/strong> Use words that inspire action, such as &#8220;get&#8221;, &#8220;download&#8221;, &#8220;discover&#8221;, etc. These words create a strong emotional response and encourage readers to take action \u2014 the action you want.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use humor (if applicable): <\/strong>Add a touch of humor to your social media headline to grab your audience&#8217;s attention. Remember to keep things on brand. If you have to force the humor or it doesn\u2019t fit for your audience, it\u2019s not the right solution.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Keep it simple: <\/strong>Avoid using jargon or complex language that might confuse your audience. The best way to speak <em>to<\/em> your audience is to speak <em>like<\/em> your audience. You can use social listening tools to determine the type of language your audience will best respond to.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use adjectives: <\/strong>Use descriptive adjectives to add color and detail to your social media headline. The more vibrant a picture you can paint, the better you\u2019ll be able to emotionally connect with your audience and the more likely they\u2019ll be to click on it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be specific: <\/strong>Be specific about what your post is about, rather than being vague. Readers want to know you can answer their questions or offer what they need. If you\u2019re vague when writing headlines, they won\u2019t feel reassured you can solve their problems and may not bother clicking through.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use trending topics (if applicable): <\/strong>Incorporate trending topics into your headline to make it timely and relevant. A reference to Y2K probably won\u2019t land with your audience today. Show potential customers that you\u2019re aware of what is and isn\u2019t on trend.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use action verbs: <\/strong>Use strong action verbs to convey a sense of urgency and importance. There\u2019s a reason it\u2019s called a call to action: you want readers to do something. Use action verbs to urge readers to take the next step.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use sensory words: <\/strong>Use words that appeal to the senses to create a vivid mental picture for your audience. Just like descriptive adjectives, sensory words in social media headlines like dazzling or flashy can help set the scene and grab attention.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use alliteration:<\/strong> Use alliteration to make your headline more memorable and catchy. Writing words with the same first letter, like \u201cthe sweet smell of success,\u201d can stand out for readers as they scroll by. Just make sure it still makes sense and is relevant to the content.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Test different headlines: <\/strong>Try out different headlines and test which ones perform the best with your audience. One tactic is to write 10 social media headlines, then 15 more, and cross out the worst 15. You can A\/B test them, ask other people for feedback, or use a headline analyzer to see which ones have the most potential.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The dos and don\u2019ts of social media headline writing&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>The dos and don\u2019ts of social media headline writing<\/h2>\n<h3>Dos:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Use action-oriented language to make your headlines more engaging.<\/li>\n<li>Include numbers and statistics to make your social media headlines more specific and credible.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your headlines short and sweet, using as few words as possible to get your point across.<\/li>\n<li>Test multiple variations of your headlines to see which performs best with your audience.<\/li>\n<li>Use strong verbs and descriptive adjectives to make your headlines stand out.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure your headlines are relevant to your content.<\/li>\n<li>Use humor or wit when appropriate to add personality to your brand.<\/li>\n<li>Use questions to pique your audience&#8217;s curiosity and encourage engagement.<\/li>\n<li>Include keywords relevant to your industry to improve your search engine optimization (SEO).<\/li>\n<li>Make your headlines visually appealing by using emojis or symbols.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Don&#8217;ts:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Use clickbait headlines that accurately represent your content to attract clicks.<\/li>\n<li>Use clear and informative language that engages and informs your audience.<\/li>\n<li>Using excessive capitalization or punctuation in your headlines, as it can appear spammy and unprofessional.<\/li>\n<li>Using jargon or buzzwords that may not be understood by your audience.<\/li>\n<li>Making unrealistic claims or overselling your content in your social media headlines.<\/li>\n<li>Using offensive or controversial language that may alienate your audience.<\/li>\n<li>Giving proper credit and avoid plagiarizing or copying headlines from other sources.<\/li>\n<li>Using an appropriate number of hashtags in your headlines to enhance visibility without overwhelming readability.<\/li>\n<li>Using all caps in your headlines, as it can appear aggressive or shouting.<\/li>\n<li>Forgetting to proofread your headlines for spelling and grammar errors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;5 social media headline generation tools&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]<\/p>\n<h2>5 social media headline generation tools<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">The good news is that when it comes to writing headlines, you don\u2019t have to do it alone. There are a plethora of headline writing tools you can use to help when you get a little writer\u2019s block. If you\u2019re stuck on the post before you even get to the headline, check out this roundup of <a href=\"\/blog\/39-ideas-to-post-on-social-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">what to post on social media<\/a> in 2023.<\/p>\n<ol style=\"text-align: justify\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/coschedule.com\/headline-analyzer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Coschedule Headline Analyzer<\/a>.<\/strong> This free tool evaluates your social media headlines on word balance, sentiment, character count, clarity, skimmability, and readability.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/headlines.sharethrough.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sharethrough Headline Analyzer<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0This headline analyzer looks at length, structure, grammar, and engagement potential. It provides a quality score, strengths, and suggestions to make your social media headline stronger.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hubspot.com\/blog-topic-generator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hubspot Blog Idea Generator<\/a>.<\/strong> You can use this tool to create content ideas and come up with social media headlines from there by simply entering a topic.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/chat.openai.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ChatGPT<\/a>.<\/strong> Not strictly for headlines, this AI tool can take the content of your ad or website and provide headline recommendations. It works best when you use the right prompts, so be specific about how many characters or words you need. You may need to iterate on it multiple times with ChatGPT.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/smallbiztrends.com\/tools\/title-generator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Small Business Trends Headline Generator<\/a>.<\/strong> Enter your topic in this free tool and get a list of potential headlines in different forms: lists, best, how-to, questions, love, sex, celebrities, snark, business, motivation, and what they call \u201cthe kitchen sink\u201d. Not every headline will be appropriate, so you\u2019ll have to use your best judgment here.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify\">Whether you just manage social media for one client or are ready to offer <a href=\"\/services\/social-media\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white-label social media services<\/a>, with these headline writing tips you should be well-prepared to create great headlines for your clients \u2014 or even start <a href=\"\/blog\/media-companies-sell-social-media-management-packages-vendasta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">selling social media management packages<\/a> with Vendasta.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Social Media Headlines FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h2>Social Media Headlines FAQs<\/h2>\n<h3>1. How do social media headlines impact engagement and click-through rates?<\/h3>\n<p>Strong social media headlines influence whether someone stops scrolling, clicks, or shares. Because only about 20% of users read past the headline, the right headline can dramatically improve engagement and drive more traffic to your client\u2019s content.<\/p>\n<h3>2. What types of social media headlines perform best for small businesses?<\/h3>\n<p>Headlines that use numbers, emotional triggers, or clear value statements typically perform best. Small businesses see stronger results when headlines are specific, benefit-driven, and aligned with their target audience\u2019s interests.<\/p>\n<h3>3. How can agencies use social media headlines to improve GEO visibility?<\/h3>\n<p>Agencies can include locally relevant terms in headlines, such as city names or neighborhood references, to rank higher in generative engines. GEO-friendly phrasing like \u201cbest options near you\u201d or \u201clocal tips\u201d also helps win location-based visibility.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Do emotional social media headlines really boost engagement?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. Emotional headlines activate the brain\u2019s reward systems, making people more likely to click or share. Headlines that inspire curiosity, excitement, or surprise tend to outperform neutral phrasing.<\/p>\n<h3>5. Should social media headlines always include numbers?<\/h3>\n<p>Not always, but numbered headlines usually drive higher clicks because they promise structure and predictability. Use them for listicles, checklists, and step-by-step posts.<\/p>\n<h3>6. What common mistakes should businesses avoid when writing social media headlines?<\/h3>\n<p>Avoid clickbait, vague wording, long headlines, jargon, and all-caps. These can reduce credibility and increase bounce rates, especially for small businesses building trust.<\/p>\n<h3>7. How does headline relevance affect a brand\u2019s reputation?<\/h3>\n<p>If a headline overpromises, misleads, or uses negativity without purpose, users may view the brand as untrustworthy. Headlines should match the content and support positive reputation management.<\/p>\n<h3>8. How can agencies test social media headlines before publishing?<\/h3>\n<p>A\/B testing tools, analytics dashboards, and headline analyzers (like Coschedule or Sharethrough) help agencies compare versions. Testing ensures you choose the headline that performs best for the audience.<\/p>\n<h3>9. What tools help create better social media headlines for clients?<\/h3>\n<p>Tools like Coschedule Headline Analyzer, Sharethrough Analyzer, ChatGPT, and HubSpot Idea Generator help agencies refine structure, tone, sentiment, and SEO strength of each headline.<\/p>\n<h3>10. How can small businesses use social media headlines to drive conversions?<\/h3>\n<p>By combining action verbs, clear value statements, and strong calls to action, businesses can guide users toward clicks, purchases, or inquiries. Headlines that solve problems or highlight benefits tend to convert best.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>If you want these inserted into a <strong>specific section of the blog<\/strong>, rewritten with <strong>Vendasta product mentions<\/strong>, or adapted for <strong>multi-location SEO<\/strong>, I can do that too.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you want to write social media headlines work? 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