5 timeless TikTok tips – worth revisiting

Whether you’re just starting or simply curious, these content rules always apply

Author

Wilma Persson
July 20, 2025

Hey there 💛

TikTok moves fast — new trends pop up daily. But there are a few things that never go out of style.

This week, we’re taking a step back and revisiting 5 timeless content creation tips. Whether you’re just getting started, actively creating, or just here to learn and stay inspired — these are powerful reminders for anyone interested.

Let’s get into it 👇

1. HOOK YOUR VIEWER — FAST

You only have about 2–3 seconds to grab someone’s attention before they scroll away.
That means no long intros, no explaining what’s about to happen — just dive right in.

Examples of strong openers:

-A bold statement: “This might be the weirdest thing I’ve ever done.”

-A question: “Would you survive this challenge?”

-A moment of action or surprise — no build-up, just go.

Attention is the currency of TikTok — so start strong.

2. THINK LIKE A VIEWER, NOT A CREATOR

It’s easy to get caught up in what you think is interesting — but the real trick is stepping into your audience’s shoes.

Before posting, ask yourself:

  • Why would someone watch this?

  • What feeling or value am I giving them?

  • Is this clear, relatable, or entertaining — even to someone who doesn't know me?

3. KEEP IT VISUALLY ALIVE

TikTok is a visual-first platform. Even simple videos should feel alive.

If you’re filming yourself, try:

  • Switching camera angles

  • Using jump cuts to remove pauses

  • Adding close-ups or text overlays

  • Film at beautiful or interesting spots

4. USE CLEAR CAPTIONS AND ON-SCREEN TEXT

Many viewers scroll with sound off — and even when they don't, captions help guide attention.

Use text to:

Clarify your message

Add punchlines or timing

Help the algorithm understand your content

One more important tip: Make sure your text isn’t hidden behind any TikTok elements — like the like button, caption, or comment section. If your text ends up behind those overlays, people won’t be able to read it at all.

5. KEEP IT SHORT AND FOCUSED

Long videos aren’t bad — but tight, focused ones usually perform better. Instead of trying to say everything, aim to deliver one moment, one emotion, or one idea.
If your message takes 10 seconds to land — don’t stretch it to 30.

When in doubt, cut out the extra. Most of the time, less really is more.

FINAL THOUGHT

Whether you're creating content today or just thinking about it — these tips are here to inspire and guide you.

At Parasition, we believe that anyone can grow as a creator with the right tools, community, and feedback. That’s why we share resources like this — to support you at every stage of the journey, even if you haven’t taken the first step yet.

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See you next week!

— The Parasition Team