Viral Examples #033

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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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Harsh Truth Template

Why It Works

1. He gives an alternative take on a common belief.

2. It’s about a subject that a lot of people seek help for.

The Template

Harsh truth:

[statement of harsh truth.]

If you [reason to read further], read this:

Our Example

Harsh truth:

Hiring a ton of people is a stupid way for startups to scale.

If you’ve raised a Series A and now have money to deploy, read this:

Advice Template

Why It Works

1. It’s two short lines that you can read in a few seconds.

2. It’s about a subject matter that everyone can relate to.

The Template

The best [subject] advice I ever got:

[Advice]

Our Example

The best investing advice I ever got:

Be greedy when others are fearful, and fearful when others are greedy.

Principles Template

Why It Works

1. He’s a very reputable voice on the subject matter.

2. He says exactly who the post is for.

The Template

Advanced [subject] principles:

(for [subject persona])

Our Example

Advanced finance principles:

(for senior finance directors & leaders)

Time to Grow

There’s two parts to getting results from posting content:

1. High quality content

2. Relevant distribution

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1. Our writing team works learns your voice and delivers weekly batches of content for you to post.

2. Our creator network helps get your posts in front of the right audience.

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