repurpose-post

name	repurpose-post
description	Transform a finished LinkedIn post into 4 derivative formats (short post, carousel script, comment version, DM explanation) for multi-channel distribution. Use this AFTER draft-post N when the user wants to spread the same message across other channels or formats.
argument-hint	<post-number 1-5>

repurpose-post

Transform a completed LinkedIn post draft into 4 derivative formats for multi-channel distribution: a short post, a carousel script, a comment version, and a DM explanation.

When to use

Run after /linkedin-content:draft-post N for the same post number — once the original LinkedIn post is finalized and you want to spread the message across other formats and surfaces.

User input

$ARGUMENTS

$ARGUMENTS must be a single integer 1–5 (the post number).

Argument parsing

• No argument: Output "ERROR: Post number required. Usage: /linkedin-content:repurpose-post N where N is 1–5." and STOP.
• Not 1–5: Output "ERROR: Invalid post number '$ARGUMENTS'. Must be 1–5." and STOP.

Prerequisites

Check for draft files at content/posts/post-N/draft-*.md.

If no drafts exist, output and STOP:

ERROR: Missing prerequisite.
- No drafts found for post [N] at content/posts/post-N/
- Run /linkedin-content:draft-post [N] first to generate them.

Process

Step 1: Load source draft

1. Read all available draft variants for post N (draft-technical.md, draft-business.md, draft-founder.md).
2. Select the source for repurposing. Preference order:
   • If multiple variants exist, use the business variant (most accessible for derivative formats)
   • If only one variant exists, use that one
3. Note the source variant, its core message, and the key repo fact for preservation validation.

Step 2: Generate 4 derivative formats

1. Short Post (under 100 words)

Condense the full post into a punchy version under 100 words. MUST preserve:

• The core message from the original
• At least 1 key repo fact from the original

2. Carousel Script (5–8 slides)

Create a carousel-style script. Each slide has:

• Headline: Bold, attention-grabbing (5–10 words)
• Body: Supporting text (1–3 sentences)

The carousel should tell a complete story from slide 1 to the final slide. The last slide should include a CTA. MUST preserve:

• The core message
• At least 1 key repo fact

3. Comment Version (2–3 sentences)

A standalone comment that could be posted under someone else's related LinkedIn post. Must:

• Be 2–3 sentences only
• Be self-contained and conversational
• Reference the project naturally without being promotional
• Preserve the core message in condensed form

4. DM Explanation (3–5 sentences)

An informal, direct-message-style explanation. Must:

• Be 3–5 sentences
• Use informal, conversational tone (as if explaining to a colleague over chat)
• Preserve the core message and at least 1 repo fact
• Not sound like marketing copy

Step 3: Validate

1. Short post is under 100 words
2. Carousel has 5–8 slides, each with headline + body
3. Comment version is 2–3 sentences
4. DM explanation is 3–5 sentences
5. Core message preserved in all 4 derivatives
6. Key repo fact preserved in short post, carousel, and DM explanation

Step 4: Write output

Write to content/posts/post-N/derivatives.md.

Format:

# Derivatives: Post N — [Topic Title]

**Source variant**: [technical/business/founder]
**Generated**: [YYYY-MM-DD]

## Short Post

**Word count**: [N] (max: 100)

[Short post text]

## Carousel Script

**Slides**: [N] (target: 5–8)

### Slide 1: [Headline]
[Body text]

### Slide 2: [Headline]
[Body text]

### Slide 3: [Headline]
[Body text]

...

### Slide [N]: [Headline — CTA]
[Body text with call-to-action]

## Comment Version

**Sentences**: [N] (target: 2–3)

[Comment text]

## DM Explanation

**Sentences**: [N] (target: 3–5)

[DM text]

---

## Validation

- Short post word count: [N] (max: 100)
- Carousel slides: [N] (target: 5–8)
- Comment sentences: [N] (target: 2–3)
- DM sentences: [N] (target: 3–5)
- Core message preserved: [YES/NO]
- Key repo fact preserved: [YES/NO]

Error handling

Condition	Response
Missing prerequisites	HARD BLOCK — see Prerequisites
Post number not 1–5	ERROR with usage instructions
No $ARGUMENTS provided	ERROR with usage instructions