What It Does
Generates compelling video hooks that capture viewer attention in the critical first 15 seconds of your video. Creates multiple hook variations using proven psychological triggers that stop scrolling, create curiosity, and drastically reduce early drop-off rates to improve overall retention.
How To Use
• Go to ChatGPT
• Copy this prompt
• Replace [VIDEO TOPIC] with your video subject
• Replace [KEY BENEFIT] with the main value proposition
• Replace [TARGET AUDIENCE] with your viewers
• Review the 8 hook variations
• Choose or adapt the hook that best fits your style
✨ The Prompt
💡 Pro Tip
Copy this prompt, replace all [PLACEHOLDERS] with your specific details, then paste into ChatGPT, Claude, or Gemini. The more specific you are, the better results you'll get!
Create 8 different compelling video hooks (first 15 seconds) for a YouTube video about [VIDEO TOPIC]. Key benefit: [KEY BENEFIT] Target audience: [TARGET AUDIENCE] Generate hooks using these strategies: 1. Question hook - start with intriguing question 2. Shocking statement - surprising fact or claim 3. Pattern interrupt - unexpected opening 4. Preview hook - tease the end result 5. Problem-agitation hook - highlight viewer's pain point 6. Story hook - begin with compelling narrative 7. Direct value hook - immediately state what they'll learn 8. Challenge hook - present a challenge or myth to bust For each hook: - Write the exact opening lines (30-40 words) - Explain why it works psychologically - Note what visual element would enhance it Make hooks conversation-starting, not clickbait. They should accurately represent video content while maximizing retention.
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