Viral Examples #075

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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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Get People To Template

Why It Works

1. It’s ironic, since it hooks you with clever copywriting and then persuades you to read the rest of the thread

2. It implies the list will include deep knowledge that are simplified as “triggers” you can use too and that will work, broadly, in any situation

The Template

[Skill] gets people to [action].

But [deeper skill/concept] makes/persuades them to [more meaningful action]…

Here are [#] [resources/triggers/principles] everyone should know (please use them [adverb]):

Our Example

Authority gets people to obey.

But empathy makes them follow.

Here are 10 principles every leader should know (please use them sincerely):

As Fast As Humanly Possible Template

Why It Works

1. Also somewhat ironic, since it doesn’t waste time (the first sentence is not actually a grammatically complete sentence)

2. 20 hours doesn’t seem like a huge investment to learn something

The Template

How to [achieve goal/learn skill] as fast as humanly possible.

The [framework/rule/method]:

Our Example

How to memorize anything as fast as humanly possible.

The Feynman Technique:

Change Your Life Template

Why It Works

1. Transformation sells (this was posted right before New Year’s)

2. People often feel intimidated when trying to learn something new like putting themselves out there as a creator, and this offers to simplify it

The Template

Becoming a [role/identity] in [year/timeframe] will change your life.

Here are [#] [tips/steps/strategies] to help/make you [achieve transformation]:

Our Example

Becoming a freelancer this year will change your career forever.

Here are 7 strategies to help you land your first client.

Time to Grow

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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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