Timing isn't just important in content creation—it's everything. You've probably felt that sinking feeling when you finally post your take on a trend, only to watch it get buried under an avalanche of similar content. Here's the reality: most creators are chasing trends instead of riding them, and that's exactly why they're always playing catch-up. The secret isn't creating better content—it's knowing when **not** to create it. ## The Mainstream Media Death Signal Every Creator Needs to Know