​Tip Teasers: Consider This Our Writer’s Challenge to the Tribe! by Donna John

The tribe vibe really shines through all the great tips submitted every day. Your passion for the topics you write about is evident – and inspires even beyond the tribe. Continue to write about those things, but consider stepping outside of the box and tackling new topics and categories. To help get those creative juices flowing and kick the sides out of that box, we’ll start sharing weekly tip teasers. We cannot wait to see your unique spin on these topics! And remember, the Photo Challenge is another great way to fire up creative thought. Just send me an email at donna@30seconds.com and let me know that you want a photo. You’ll get one in your inbox and then write a tip based on the photo. Fun, huh? Now on to the tip teasers…

• Christmas: Think all things Christmas! We want you to share your family traditions, treasured recipes (with photos!), tips on things to do with the family, advice on getting through the holidays sane, gift guides, holiday crafts, decorating ideas, etc.

• Gift Guides: Are you known as a great gift giver? Put together a list of your favorite items! Write an intro and send in a list of Amazon urls with it. Try to keep a theme to your guide like Ann Marie Gardinier Halstead's "15 Must-Have Gifts for Moms Who Are Tired & Stressed AF" or Donna John's "40 Gifts for Wine Lovers That Are Better Than a Bottle of Cab."

• Inspire ... and Be Inspired: We all want to be inspired – or inspire someone else. What does inspiration mean to you? How do you inspire others? Has someone inspired you and it changed your life? Tell us about it!

• Disney: Who doesn't love Disney? We want to hear your Disney stories, tips, travel advice and memories!

Now sit down at that computer and start writing! Know someone who would enjoy writing for 30Seconds? Tell them to sign up today or, if they're already a member, to submit their first tip!

Take 30 seconds and join the 30Seconds community. Inspire ... and be inspired.