Viral Examples #044

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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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Simplest Path Template

Why It Works

1. It delivers a step by step roadmap to a widely desirable outcome

2. It includes no fluff

3. Each line is actionable

The Template

Simplest path to [desired outcome]:

1. Find [proven result]

2. Do it [better/faster/easier/ in a more appealing way]

3. [Get it in front of people who care]

4. [Capture value in return]

5. Don’t stop when/until [typical result occurs/desired result occurs]

Our Example

Simplest path to launching a startup:

1. Find a problem people pay to solve

2. Do it in a way that saves people time or money

3. Talk to 100 people about it

4. Make them pay to use it

5. Don’t stop until people rave about it

The Saddest Part Template

Why It Works

1. It’s relatable because it speaks to a universal feeling

2. It’s concise while invoking deep thought and discussion

The Template

The saddest part about [universal life experience] is watching the [effect] of [actions/choices] [impact on people/relationships].

Our Example

The saddest part about chasing success is how the sudden impact of burnout takes away someone’s drive.

% Will Hate Me Template

Why It Works

1. The hook triggers curiosity & attention

2. The structure makes it seem

3. The closing line boosts engagement potential

The Template

[x]% of people will hate me for sharing this about [topic/tool/thing]

These [y] [insights/tips/tools/strategies] are [forbidden/illegal/secret/underrated] to know:

(Bookmark for later)

Our Example

99% of founders will hate me for sharing this about getting your first 10 customers.

These 7 growth hacks are illegal to know:

(Bookmark for later)

Time to Grow

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

1. High quality content

2. Relevant distribution

Megaphone, the team behind Viral Examples, helps with both.

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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