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Low post views and engagement? Try these 7 types of hooks for your next batch of posts (with examples): 1️⃣ Problem-Solution Hook Start by stating a common problem and hint at a solution: - Struggling with low engagement? Here's a proven strategy. - Overwhelmed by email? Try this time-saving technique. 2️⃣ Trend Hook Highlight a current trend or development in your industry: - The rise of remote work: what does it mean for managers? - Latest AI advancements are changing marketing in 2023. 3️⃣ Controversial Statement Hook Make a bold or controversial statement to spark discussion: - Most leadership advice is outdated. Here's why. - Why the customer isn’t always right. 4️⃣ Humor Hook Use a light-hearted or funny opening to engage: - Why my coffee machine is my best employee. - The funniest networking fail I ever had. 5️⃣ Analogy or Metaphor Hook Use an analogy or metaphor to make a complex idea more relatable: - Managing a team is like conducting an orchestra. - Digital marketing is the new gold rush. 6️⃣ Challenge Hook Pose a challenge to your audience: - I challenge you to change one habit that's holding you back. - Can you improve your networking skills in just one week? 7️⃣ Prediction Hook Make a prediction about your industry or professional field: - My prediction for the top marketing strategy of 2024. - Where I see the tech industry going in the next 5 years. 👉 Which one will you be trying first? #FluexMedia #LinkedIn _____________________________________________________________________ Fluex Media offers LinkedIn profiles, content, and all-inclusive account management. Message me to discuss your LinkedIn goals. I post about LinkedIn, social selling, and organizational health - follow to join the conversation.
1 and 4. But where were you till now this post should've been out alone time ago!
Good to see you using hook 1 from your list, for this post 😉 The epitome of practice what you preach!
I have been using videos and see an uptick, curious if you have seen this as well
Great tips! Thanks for these.
Problem solving. It's something that I like doing. Guess that's why I use it most often.
Very helpful
I've saved this post, Joel - thank you! I've started using hooks tentatively recently. Never knew about the different types.
Great ideas here. I need to save this post.
Great list!! This should be a must-read for everyone starting LinkedIn.
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8moThis doesn’t make sense … “Make a prediction about your industry or professional field: - My prediction for the top marketing strategy of 2024. - Where I see the tech industry going in the next 5 years.” The way you asked the question versus the answers … are you referencing yourself or the individual?