What to Post on Bad Days When You Got Nothing
Let’s be honest. Some days are just... blah.
You wake up tired. The ideas don’t come.
You open your app to post and your brain says,
“Yeah... not today.”
But here’s the hard truth:
If you only post when you feel inspired, you’ll disappear fast.
The people who win on social media don’t have more ideas.
They just have a system for showing up anyway.
That’s what this blog is.
A cheat sheet for what to post when you’ve got nothing in the tank.
No creativity. No energy. No direction.
Ten post types. Zero brainpower needed.
Let’s get into it.
1. Be Honest—Say You Got Nothing
It’s okay to say it.
Say you’re tired. Say you’re unmotivated. Say your mind is blank.
“I’ve got nothing today. But I told myself I’d post, so here I am.”
Pair it with a simple question:
“How do you push through low-energy days?”
Why it works:
You turn honesty into engagement
It makes you relatable
You model consistency to your audience
People trust real. Especially when real looks like what they’re feeling too.
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2. Screenshot Something Simple
Open your DMs, your calendar, your email, your Slack, your notes app.
Find something interesting—a comment, a compliment, a question.
Screenshot. Crop. Post.
Add a short caption:
“This made my day.”
“Love helping people like this.”
“This question came up on a client call today—here’s how I answered it.”
Why it works:
Fast proof of your work
Zero effort to create
Feels authentic and unscripted
Don’t wait for polished moments. Share the small stuff. That’s what people remember.
3. Write a 3-Thing List
No intro. No fluff. Just list 3.
“3 reminders I needed today:
Most people aren’t paying as much attention as you think.
Progress doesn’t always look exciting.
Discipline > motivation.”
Or try:
“3 things I’m grateful for today.”
“3 mistakes I’ve made this week.”
“3 lessons from coaching calls.”
Why it works:
Lists are quick to read and easy to make
They help you reflect and reset
Great for swipe-saves and shares
Plus, if you want to expand later, each bullet becomes its own post.
4. Use a One-Liner
Post a quote. A saying. A line you heard that made you pause.
It could be yours or someone else’s. Just give credit if needed.
Examples:
“Be so consistent, it becomes scary.”
“No one remembers what you didn’t post.”
“You don’t need motivation—you need momentum.”
Why it works:
It stops scrolls
It shows depth without oversharing
One line = done in 10 seconds
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5. Repost Something That Worked Before
Here’s a secret most big creators use:
They repost the same ideas. Again and again.
Why? Because it works.
Most of your followers didn’t see it the first time.
And even if they did, repetition builds authority.
So go to your past posts:
Pick one that got good engagement
Tweak the first line
Post it again
Fast. Easy. Proven.
Pro tip: Set a reminder to reshare your top 5 posts every 60 days.
6. Share a “Quick Tip” You Gave Someone Else
You don’t need to write anything new.
You just need to remember what you already said.
Ask yourself:
“What’s one tip I gave a client, friend, or teammate this week?”
Turn that into a post:
“Gave this advice on a call today:
If you feel stuck, stop creating for strangers and start posting for one specific person.”
Or:
“A client asked how to stay consistent. My answer:
Batch content when you’re high energy. Post it when you’re not.”
That’s it. Post done.
7. Ask a Question
No context needed. No explanation. Just ask.
“What’s something you wish you learned sooner?”
“What’s one habit that changed your life?”
“What’s the hardest part of staying consistent?”
Why it works:
Questions create engagement
They get comments rolling
They shift the focus off you (great when your tank is low)
You can even bookmark the replies for future content.
Win-win.
8. Drop a “Did You Know?” Insight
These posts make you sound smart—without needing to think hard.
Examples:
“Did you know most people stop posting after just 14 days?”
“Did you know your engagement can double just by replying to comments?”
“Did you know you can turn one Reel into 5 posts?”
Why it works:
People love learning cool facts
It positions you as an expert
No storytelling or emotion required
Grab a stat from Google or a past coaching session. Then just format it as a “Did you know?” post.
9. Talk About a Mistake
Messed something up? Good. Post it.
“Totally blanked on a client call today. Didn’t prep. Rushed in. Felt off the whole time. Lesson learned: Slow down. Breathe. Prep, even if it’s 5 minutes.”
Why it works:
Shows humility
Builds trust
Makes you human
Even better: it reminds your audience that progress isn’t always perfect. And they’ll love you for that.
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10. Use a Video That Needs No Editing
Here’s your go-to emergency post:
Open camera
Look into it
Say one line of truth
Example:
“Didn’t want to post today. But here I am. Showing up anyway.”
Boom. Post it. No captions. No filters. No cuts.
People connect to faces. And they love vulnerability in small doses.
These kinds of videos often outperform the fancy ones.
Because they feel real. Raw. Human.
And that’s what wins attention now.
On Your Worst Days, Stay In the Game
Here’s the truth that separates winners from quitters:
Winners post even when they don’t want to.
Even when they’re tired.
Even when the ideas suck.
Even when they think, “Why bother?”
They post anyway.
Because it’s not about one perfect post.
It’s about momentum.
Every post is a brick.
Every day you show up, you build the wall.
And eventually, you stand on that wall and look down at everyone who gave up.
Don’t Post Alone
If you’re tired of scrambling, guessing, or ghosting your feed every time life gets messy…
You don’t need more pressure. You need a system. A partner. A pro in your corner.
That’s what Multipost Digital is here for.
We:
Write your posts
Build your content calendar
Repurpose your best ideas
Optimize for growth
Post for you (if needed)
You do your thing. We make sure the world sees it.
Apply to work with Multipost Digital today. Let’s make social media effortless, even on your worst days. Book a call now.
Final Word:
When you’ve got nothing, post something.
Something real. Something small. Something true.
The goal isn’t perfection.
The goal is presence.
And when you master that—nothing can stop your growth.
