Viral Examples #003

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Welcome back to Viral Examples!

Each week we break down 3 posts that got lots of engagement on X and LinkedIn:

• Why the post resonated

• A templated version you can copy/paste and use

• Our own example using the template

Viral Examples is your superpower to grow faster on X and LinkedIn.

PS — we’re the team behind Megaphone, a platform that gets big, reputable creators in your niche to comment on and repost your content. We generate millions of impressions each day for our users.

Learn from the Best Template

Inspo

Why It Works

1. It’s informative: People want to know what the best of the best do.

The Template

The best [profession] do two things when they [their action]. They [the first thing they do well]. But they also [the second, less obvious, thing they do well].

Our Example

The best founders do two things when they’re building a team. They move through the hiring process slowly to ensure they’re only adding the best talent. But they also are always on the lookout for new talent as if they are desperate for a hire.

The Secret Sauce Template

Inspo

Why It Works

1. He reveals his secret sauce: Everyone wants to know what the secret to your success is.

2. Easy to read: Bullet points are easy to skim.

3. States your viewpoint: Agree or disagree, people have thoughts about clear perspectives.

The Template

I [your accomplishment] [when it happened].

My secret sauce is not [thing most people focus on].

I don’t:

• [Supporting example action]

• [Supporting example action]

• [Supporting example action]

• [Supporting example action]

Our Example

I got in shape 2 years ago.

My secret sauce is not following fad diets.

I don’t:

• Count calories

• Count steps

• Use fancy weight loss apps

• Stick to a strict diet

Cheatsheet Template

Inspo

Why It Works

1. Easy to read: Everyone loves quick bullet points from someone reputable on a subject.

2. Everyone loves a cheat sheet

The Template

[Your expertise] cheat sheet:

• [Cheat #1]

• [Cheat #2]

• [Cheat #3]

• [Cheat #4]

• [Cheat #5]

Our Example

Creator cheat sheet:

• Post everyday

• Test different types of copy

• Repost what works

• Be personable

• Become a good storyteller

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