How to prep your Product Hunt content in advance when you're travelling
If you’re reading this post, it’s at least 2 weeks old. I’m currently away, and in situations like this, it’s better to be prepared. 🙂
Here’s my process that helps me stay (somewhat) consistent even when I’m short on time and not available in real time:
Batch-create evergreen content that can be shared anytime, or content tied to a recurring season or trend. (If you find time while travelling, you can still jump on current topics, but be aware, it might distract you from the trip.)
Prepare your content at least 2 weeks before your trip.
Create at least 4 extra posts beyond what you need. For example, if I’m travelling for 9 days, I’ll prepare 13 posts, just in case something goes wrong or unexpected travel issues come up.
Set a fixed time to respond to comments (e.g. 9 AM), or block out a time window for engagement, so you don’t get sucked into it during the day.
Keep a running file of content ideas throughout the year, including brainstorming sessions with ChatGPT. It’ll make content selection much easier in the future.
P.S.: This is about the preparation of the content in advance. Engagement is in real time.
Do you have your own content prep routine for Product Hunt?
If yes, I’d love to hear it. I’m always looking for ways to make my planning more efficient… and maybe I’ll adopt some of your tips for my next trip!
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Nika, your post truly reminded and inspired me—thank you for the motivation! 🙏✨ I’ve been consistent with taking time daily to stay active on PH, but I hadn’t considered how my schedule might affect this. Thanks to your insight, I’ll make it a proper habit from now on. Let’s keep growing together! 💪🔥
🤔Your content always stands out and addresses the needs we have long been troubled by but have not paid attention to.
This is super helpful. I love how simple and practical your system is. The tip about prepping extra posts just in case? So smart. I’ve definitely had trips where things didn’t go as planned and I wished I had backups ready.
One thing that’s worked for me is sorting my content ideas by “brain power.” I save the easy, quick ones for when I’m tired or short on time, and write the deeper ones when I’m feeling more focused. It makes things way less stressful.
Thanks for sharing your process. I might steal a few of these for my next trip!