Viral Examples #081

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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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Should Hang On Your Wall Template

Why It Works

1. It paints an evocative image

2. Since this particular example is about copywriting, the hook sort of proves that the thread will be valuable since its own copywriting is good

The Template

[#] [tips/rules/principles] you should hang on your wall 🧵:

Our Example

13 sales strategies you should hang on your wall 🧵:

I Paid $, You’re Getting It Free Template

Why It Works

1. Even if the exact price tag reads like hyperbole, you assume the information is worth something

2. And even though the hook is vague, it promises tactical information

The Template

I paid [$X] for this lesson, but you’re getting it FREE.

THREAD: [Tactical/Practical/Proven] approach for [achieving goal or solving problem].

Our Example

I paid $10,000 for this lesson, but you’re getting it FREE.

THREAD: A practical playbook for finding product–market fit faster.

[Topic] 101 Template

Why It Works

1. 101 is an easy-to-understand concept since, presumably, it could be taught to someone with no prior understanding of the topic at hand

2. It’s specific about who it’s for (startups, who may not have a background in brand strategy beforehand)

The Template

[Topic/Discipline] 101

How to [achieve goal or build skill] from [starting point]: a guide for [audience]

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Our Example

Investing 101

How to build your first portfolio from 0–1: a guide for beginners

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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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