ShortGenHow to Turn a Blog Post into a Viral TikTok Slideshow
Let's be honest — blogs are powerful, but they often collect dust. You pour hours into a well-researched article… and it gets a handful of views. Meanwhile, TikTok creators are blowing up with a few slides and a hooky line.
The good news? You don't have to pick one over the other. You can repurpose your blog content for TikTok using simple frameworks — and tools like Shortgen make the whole process way less painful.
Why TikTok Slideshows Are Perfect for Blogs
Most blog posts are already structured like great TikToks — they start with a question or pain point, build up value, and close with a conclusion. That's the exact storytelling structure that works in short-form slideshows.
But here's the twist: TikTok doesn't want long explanations. You need to break your blog post into quick, visual insights that get your message across without boring people. That's where most repurposing efforts fall flat — they're too wordy or don't stop the scroll.
Here's a Simple Framework That Works
Try this 5-slide format (we've tested it — it works):
- Slide 1 – Hook: Ask a question or call out a common struggle.
"Still writing blog posts that nobody reads?" - Slide 2 – Insight: Pull a bold statement from your post.
"Most creators aren't lazy — they're stuck in long-form mode." - Slide 3 – Tip or Process: Show one actionable point.
"Break your post into 3 digestible tips. Here's how." - Slide 4 – Support it: Use data, a visual, or an analogy.
"Attention spans are shorter than ever. Slideshows are like idea snack packs." - Slide 5 – CTA: Point to the full post, newsletter, or lead magnet.
"Want all 7 tips? Full blog in bio."
How Shortgen Makes This Ridiculously Fast
If you've ever tried to do this manually — you know it sucks. Copy/paste, reformatting, rewriting lines to fit slide timing, resizing images for mobile. It's a full-time job.
Shortgen automates the painful parts:
- 🧠 It understands your blog's structure and tone.
- 📝 It turns key points into TikTok-ready hooks and slides.
- 🎨 It generates multiple visual templates — you just pick one.
- 📱 It formats it automatically for TikTok, Reels, Shorts, etc.
You can go from "here's my blog link" to "here's my slideshow draft" in under 2 minutes.
Real Example: Blog → 3 TikToks
I repurposed a blog post called "Why Your First 100 Users Matter More Than Your First 10K Views". Here's how it broke down:
- Slide 1: "10K views won't save your startup."
- Slide 2: "You need 100 real users who care."
- Slide 3: "Here's how to find them (no ads)."
That slideshow pulled more reach than the original blog post — and led to two trial signups. The best part? I didn't film anything. No camera, no mic, no editing.
Why This Works (and Keeps Working)
You're not just recycling content — you're turning your blog into a visual conversation starter. TikTok slideshows grab attention, and if you pair them with a smart hook and CTA, they lead users straight to your deeper content.
Even better? Every slideshow you post becomes a content asset that keeps working for you — across multiple platforms.
Ready to Try It?
If you've got a blog post collecting dust, paste it into Shortgen and see what it turns into. You might walk away with 3 TikToks, 2 Reels, and a fresh perspective on how much content you already have — you just haven't shaped it for the platform yet.
You don't need to film more. You need to format smarter.