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Yaser Abbass
Co-founder at Depost AI → LinkedIn Growth Tool | Helping Businesses & Professionals Maximize LinkedIn Reach with AI | Expert in ML/AI & LLMs
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May 23, 2025
24 Hooks That Work vs. Flop Want to grab attention? Here’s how to hook your audience. Good hooks reel them in. Bad hooks? They send readers running. Let’s dive into what works. And what doesn’t. Good Hooks vs. Bad Hooks: Good Hooks: → Achieve [X] without [Y]. → Overcame [X] to [Y]. → Improve [X] in [timeframe]. → Do [X] if [Y] happens. → Turn [problem] into [opportunity]. → Master [skill] in [timeframe]. → Turned [challenge] into [success] with [X]. → Leverage [tool] for [X]. → Discovered [goal] through [experience]. → Transform [weakness] into [strength]. → Used [unexpected approach] to [X]. Bad Hooks: → Ever thought about [vague topic]? → Think about [vague action]. → Best way to do [common thing]. → [Broad topic] is trending! → Here’s an interesting thought… → I have a secret. → Consider [generic advice]. → This could help. → Understand [topic]. → Do it right = success. → We could all [generic thing]. → Working hard on this! → What I’ll say will surprise you. Good hooks offer specific benefits. Bad hooks are too vague. Actionable advice wins every time. Practical Tip: Use the good hooks as templates. Avoid the bad hooks at all costs. Which hooks grab your attention? Share your thoughts below! Post inspired by Charlie Hills, follow him for more LinkedIn Gold. ♻️ Repost to share with others to help them grow
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May 23, 2025
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Stellan Bergström
Tech Leader | .NET Architect | AI-Driven SaaS Innovator | 20+ Years Building Scalable Digital Solutions
4 months ago
Great tips on crafting effective hooks! Using specific benefits and actionable advice is key to grabbing audience attention. Thanks for sharing these insights! 👍 #LinkedInGold
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Victor Sankin
Angel Investor | Help founders find their perfect investors | CEO and Founder of @USE4COINS and @Abbigli
4 months ago
Such a valuable breakdown! I’ve definitely fallen into the trap of using vague hooks before. Specific, actionable benefits are what truly engage your audience. I love the ‘Achieve [X] without [Y]’ and ‘Turn [problem] into [opportunity]’ hooks—straight to the point! What’s your go-to hook for grabbing attention?
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Yousif Hussain
Data & AI Advisory | EY Middle East | AI Hub Lead
4 months ago
The hook can make people stop scrolling or continue. Well said, Yaser
Stop writing boring hooks. Do this instead. (5 formulas to make your hooks irresistible) 90% of your post’s success is decided here. Hooks aren’t luck; they’re science. What if your hooks could stop the scroll every time? After studying top viral posts, Here’s the truth. I’ve tested every hook style: → Long hooks. → Short hooks. → Stats, stories, quotes. These 5 formulas always win: → How I… (“How I 10X’d my salary in 6 months.”) → How To… (“How to fix boring hooks in 30 seconds.”) → Start a Story (“I almost quit LinkedIn. Then THIS happened…”) → Quote (“Gary Vee said . Here’s why he’s right.”) → Statistic (“92% of posts fail here. Don’t be them.”) 20 Power Words to Borrow: → Fear/Urgency: “Warning,” “Do Not,” “Last Chance.” → Authority: “Proven,” “10X,” “Secrets.” → Curiosity: “Rare,” “Nobody Tells You,” “Behind the Scenes.” Formatting Hacks to Avoid the “See More” Cutoff: → Spacing: [Line-Gap-Line] > [Line-Line-Line]. → Length: Line 1 & 2: ≤62 characters (fits mobile!) → Line 3: ≤50 characters (no spillover!) → Keep It Simple: No emojis. No bold. Just curiosity. BONUS: → 10 Done-For-You Templates (e.g., “The #1 mistake [your industry] makes…”) → 7 Creators Who Nail Hooks (steal from Justin Welsh, Lara Acosta, etc.) 🚨 PS: Organic growth is still possible, but only if you stand out. Use these hooks now or get buried later. 👇 Comment “HOOKS” and I’ll send you the PDF version! (Or follow Yaser for more cheat sheets.) PPS: Hate writing hooks? I use Depost AI to generate 5 viral hooks in 1 click (link in comments). I use it daily to crush writer’s block. 👇 “HOOK ME” for the free cheat sheet. Save this post and tag a friend who needs it! ♻️ Repost to help your network!
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March 19, 2025
Want more engagement on LinkedIn? (Most people overcomplicate LinkedIn.) After analyzing 400+ viral posts, I found the winning formulas. Here they are - with examples: 1. The Awareness Post Goal: Stop scrollers with a thought-provoking hook ↳ Formula: "If you can work 8 hours for someone else's dream... you can spend 60 minutes on yours." ↳ Uses contrast + calls out a universal truth 2. The Personal Story Post Goal: Build connection through vulnerability My exact structure: ↳ Hook: "I almost quit my business last year..." ↳ Struggle: "80-hour weeks, zero freedom" ↳ Turning Point: "Then I tried..." ↳ Results: "Doubled revenue in 3 months" ↳ Lesson: "Burnout isn't required for success" 3. The Education Post ↳ Goal: Position yourself as an expert ↳ Pro Tip: Teach ONE actionable concept per post ↳ Example: "3 Hiring Mistakes That Cost Me $50K" 4. The Conversion Post ↳ Goal: Turn followers into clients ↳ Magic Ingredients: ↳ Customer success story ↳ Specific results ("Increased conversions by 200%") "This could be you" implication 5. The "How We Do It" Post ↳ Goal: Showcase your unique methodology ↳ Example Framework: ↳ Problem most miss ↳ Our unusual approach ↳ Why it works (data/story) Want the full breakdown? 🔗Swipe the carousel for templates, visuals, and my free Business Strategy Checklist 💬 Which format will you try first? Comment below! ♻️ Definitely 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘁 if you liked this post. 🔔 Follow me for more insights. 𝙏𝙤𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙧, 𝙬𝙚 𝙘𝙖𝙣 𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙥𝙞𝙧𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩
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March 29, 2025