Viral Examples #022

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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

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10-Year Overnight Success Template

Why It Works

1. It’s easy to read since each line is one short sentence.

2. A lot of founders can relate to how long it takes behind the scenes to build something.

The Template

[Subject] can take a decade to [build/write/create]

Year 1: [action]

Year 2: [action]

Year 3: [action]

Year 4: [action]

Year 5: [action]

Year 6-10: [action]

Be that 10-year overnight success.

Our Example

A book can take a decade to write.

Year 1: Start writing

Year 2: Keep writing

Year 3: Edit your work

Year 4: Find a publisher

Year 5: Finalize a draft

Year 6-10: Perfect a final copy

Be that 10-year overnight success.

Pattern Recognition Template

Why It Works

1. The first line makes you curious as to what the pattern is.

2. People want to know how to spot exceptional people to hire or work with.

3. The insight is relatable and logical.

The Template

A pattern I’ve noticed in [attribute] people:

[Explanation of pattern].

Our Example

A pattern I’ve noticed in curious people:

They are always asking questions about everything. No matter how basic the question might be they aren’t afraid to look stupid.

Biggest Surprise Template

Why It Works

1. He proves he’s a reputable source by showing all the companies he invested in.

2. He shares valuable information about a subject that he’s an expert on in the actual thread.

The Template

I’ve now [action] in [number] [subject]. Here’s what’s most surprised me about [action] so far 🧵

[insert photo]

Our Example

I’ve now started 8 companies. Here’s what’s most surprised me about starting companies so far 🧵

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