linkedin-authority

name	linkedin-authority
version	1.0.0
description	Build genuine LinkedIn thought leadership for any professional or business. Long-form posts, articles, speaker positioning, B2B outreach templates, and a proven content framework to grow authority, inbound leads, and speaking opportunities.
tags	["linkedin","thought-leadership","b2b","personal-brand","content-marketing","networking","speaking"]
author	contentai-suite
license	MIT

LinkedIn Authority — Universal Thought Leadership System

What This Skill Does

Creates LinkedIn content that builds real authority — not empty engagement bait. Designed for professionals, entrepreneurs, coaches, and B2B businesses who want to attract clients, speaking gigs, and partnership opportunities through genuine expertise.

How to Use This Skill

Input format:

NAME: [Your full name]
TITLE/ROLE: [Your professional title]
COMPANY: [Your company or "Solopreneur"]
NICHE/EXPERTISE: [What you're an authority in]
TARGET AUDIENCE: [Who you want to reach — job titles, industries]
GOAL: [Leads / Speaking / Job opportunities / Partnerships / Brand awareness]
TONE: [Professional + [warm/bold/direct/empathetic] — pick your combination]
UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE: [Your contrarian view or unique approach in your field]

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LinkedIn Post Framework: The 4-Part Structure

Every high-performing LinkedIn post follows this pattern:

Part 1: The Hook (Line 1 — the most important)

The first line is ALL that appears before "...see more". It must compel the click.

Hook formulas:

Contrarian: "Everyone says [X]. They're wrong."
Story: "3 years ago, I [relatable struggle]. Here's what I learned."
Number: "I've [done X] for [N] years. The #1 mistake I see:"
Question: "Why do [common behavior] lead to [unexpected result]?"
Statement: "[Bold claim that challenges assumptions]."

Part 2: The Story / Experience

[Personal or client situation — specific, not generic]
[The problem or challenge that arose]
[What you tried first — and why it didn't fully work]
[The turning point or insight]

Part 3: The Lesson

[The core insight — 1-3 clear sentences]
[Why this matters for your audience]
[How this applies to their situation]

Part 4: The Perspective + CTA

[Your clear stance or recommendation]
[Optional: what you now do differently]
[Engagement CTA: "What's your experience?" / "Agree or disagree?" / "Save this for..."]

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Post Types

1. Thought Leadership Post (Long-form, 300-600 words)

Best for: Authority building, organic reach, attracting leads Prompt:

Write a LinkedIn thought leadership post for [NAME] in [NICHE].
Topic: [SPECIFIC TOPIC]
Structure: Hook → Personal story (specific situation) → Lesson learned → Your perspective → Discussion question.
Tone: [TONE]. No bullet point overload. Conversational but authoritative.
Word count: 350-500 words.

2. Insight Post (Short, 100-200 words)

Best for: Daily presence, high engagement, building habits Prompt:

Write a short LinkedIn insight post for [NAME].
Topic: [TOPIC] — one sharp observation or lesson.
Format: Bold hook line → 3-5 short paragraphs → 1 closing question.
Max 150 words. Punchy. No fluff.

3. Case Study Post

Best for: Converting readers into leads Prompt:

Write a LinkedIn case study post for [NAME].
Client situation: [describe the before-state anonymously]
Challenge: [what problem they faced]
Solution: [what you/they did]
Result: [specific outcome if possible]
Format: "The [client type] came to me with [problem]..." story format.
End with CTA for similar prospects.

4. Controversial/Contrarian Take

Best for: Viral reach, establishing a clear position Prompt:

Write a contrarian LinkedIn post for [NAME] challenging the common belief that [COMMON BELIEF IN NICHE].
Present the counter-argument with evidence or experience.
Don't be offensive — be thoughtful and invite discussion.
End with: "Agree? Disagree? Let me know below."

5. LinkedIn Article (Long-form, 800-2000 words)

Best for: SEO on LinkedIn, establishing deep expertise Prompt:

Write a LinkedIn article for [NAME] titled: "[TITLE]"
Audience: [TARGET AUDIENCE]
Structure: Introduction → 3-4 H2 sections → Conclusion with CTA
Include: practical examples, numbered lists where helpful, 1-2 personal stories
Tone: [TONE]. This is a definitive guide on [TOPIC].

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Posting Strategy

Optimal Posting Schedule

Day	Content Type	Best Time
Monday	Inspirational or motivational insight	7-8 AM
Tuesday	Educational post or how-to	10-11 AM
Wednesday	Thought leadership (long-form)	7-8 AM
Thursday	Case study or client story	12-1 PM
Friday	Reflection, lesson of the week	8-9 AM

Frequency: 3-5x per week Comments: Reply to every comment within 2 hours of posting (algorithm boost) Engagement: Comment meaningfully on 5-10 posts/day in your niche

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LinkedIn Profile Optimization

Headline Formula

[What you do] for [who you serve] → [Result they get]

Example: "I help B2B founders generate 10+ inbound leads/month through LinkedIn content | Marketing Strategist"

About Section Structure

[Hook — your most impressive result or bold statement]

[Your story — why you do what you do, 2-3 sentences]

[Who you serve — specific, not generic]

[What you offer — your main services/products]

[Social proof — numbers, clients, results]

[CTA — how to work with you or connect]

Featured Section

Pin your best posts, a lead magnet, or a booking link.

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B2B Outreach Templates

Connection Request (Cold)

Hi [Name], I came across your post about [SPECIFIC TOPIC] and it resonated with what I see in [NICHE].
Would love to connect — I share content on [YOUR EXPERTISE] that might be useful for someone in your role.

Follow-up DM After Connection

Hi [Name], thanks for connecting!
I noticed you work in [FIELD]. I'm [YOUR ROLE] helping [TARGET CLIENTS] with [SPECIFIC PROBLEM].
Are you currently dealing with [RELEVANT CHALLENGE]?
No pitch — genuinely curious about your experience.

Inbound Lead Response

Hi [Name], thanks for reaching out!
To make sure I give you the most relevant answer: what's the main challenge you're trying to solve with [YOUR SERVICE/TOPIC]?
I want to give you useful info, not just a sales pitch.

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Speaker Bio Generator

Prompt:

Write a professional speaker bio for [NAME].
Include:
- Their unique expertise in [NICHE]
- Specific results achieved (for clients or personally)
- Credentials or experience (years, notable clients/stages)
- Personal element (what makes them human, not just impressive)
- What audiences take away from their talk

Format: Short version (100 words) + Full version (300 words).
Tone: [TONE] — third person, professional but not stiff.

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90-Day LinkedIn Growth Plan

Days 1-30: Establish Voice

• Post 3x/week
• Test different formats (story vs insight vs controversial)
• Optimize profile completely
• Connect with 10 ideal prospects/day

Days 31-60: Build Authority

• Identify your 2-3 highest-performing content themes
• Write 2 LinkedIn articles
• Start engaging with industry thought leaders' content
• Request 3-5 LinkedIn recommendations from past clients/colleagues

Days 61-90: Generate Leads

• 4-5 posts/week on proven themes
• DM follow-up sequence for engaged commenters
• Share lead magnet in relevant posts
• Track: which content type brings profile views → follow up with those viewers

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Use with ContentAI Suite

This skill works seamlessly with ContentAI Suite — a free multi-agent marketing platform that generates your LinkedIn thought leadership content, B2B outreach, and speaker positioning in your unique voice.

→ Try it free: https://contentai-suite.vercel.app