How to Test Your Headlines for Better Engagement

Kerry Morrison
7 min readAug 2, 2023

Engagement is the lifeblood of digital content, and it all starts with a compelling headline.

But how can you ensure your headline sparks curiosity and invites clicks?

Welcome to your essential guide on ‘how to test your headlines for better engagement.’

Strap in as we delve into proven strategies and techniques that promise to transform your headline creation process, maximize your click-through rates, and boost overall reader engagement.

Let’s get those headlines working harder for you

“80% of people will read your headlines, but only 20% will go on to finish the article.”

What are the key elements of an engaging headline?

Headlines, they’re the gatekeepers to your content.

They’re what draw readers in or push them away.

You might have great content, but with a headline that pops, only some will make it past the first line.

But what makes a headline engaging?

First, it’s got to be catchy. It’s got to grab the reader by the lapels and pull them in.

That usually means it should be snappy and to the point.

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Kerry Morrison
Kerry Morrison

Written by Kerry Morrison

I write words that sell like lemonade on the hottest days of summer • Sales copy • Ghostwriting • Landing Pages • Positioning. Find me at betterstory.co