50 Viral Hooks to Transform Your Speaking Skills

Introduction

Creating viral content is an art and a science. One powerful tool at your disposal is the “hook”—an intriguing, curiosity-inducing line that compels readers to engage with your content. Thanks to Natia Kurdadze, we dive into 50 viral hooks, complete with examples to show how you can leverage each one effectively.

The Viral Hooks and How to Use Them

1. If you’re lazy, but still want to do [X]
   • Example: “If you’re lazy, but still want to get fit, try these 5-minute workouts.”
2. I will never recover from learning about [X]
   • Example: “I will never recover from learning about the harmful chemicals in everyday skincare products.”
3. If I died tomorrow, here’s everything I’d want you to know about [X]
   • Example: “If I died tomorrow, here’s everything I’d want you to know about financial independence.”
4. Have you ever had to do [X] because of [Y]
   • Example: “Have you ever had to cancel a trip because of unexpected expenses? Here’s how to avoid it.”
5. All you need is [X] to [Y]
   • Example: “All you need is 10 minutes a day to master a new language.”
6. I’d like to remind you of [X]
   • Example: “I’d like to remind you of the importance of regular health check-ups.”
7. Exposing the [adjective] people on [X]
   • Example: “Exposing the fake experts on social media.”
8. I’m gonna teach you how to [X]
   • Example: “I’m gonna teach you how to make passive income with minimal investment.”
9. Things I would never do after learning [X]
   • Example: “Things I would never do after learning the dangers of fast fashion.”
10. [Famous person] just made a huge mistake
    • Example: “Elon Musk just made a huge mistake in his latest investment.”
11. This is the most interesting fact of the last decade
    • Example: “This is the most interesting fact of the last decade: The rise of AI technology.”
12. [Topic] is all about [X]
    • Example: “Healthy living is all about balance and consistency.”
13. Too many people are trying to be [X], but [Y]
    • Example: “Too many people are trying to be successful overnight, but true success takes time.”
14. You must learn how to do [X] or you’ll always run out of [Y]
    • Example: “You must learn how to budget or you’ll always run out of money.”
15. I don’t think people understand [X]
    • Example: “I don’t think people understand the impact of their carbon footprint.”
16. I spent over 1,000 hours learning to [X]
    • Example: “I spent over 1,000 hours learning to play the guitar and here’s what I learned.”
17. Am I the only one who did not know about the [X]
    • Example: “Am I the only one who did not know about the health benefits of chia seeds?”
18. Everybody’s looking for [fundamental human desire]
    • Example: “Everybody’s looking for happiness, but it’s found in the simplest things.”
19. This is the secret to [X]
    • Example: “This is the secret to staying productive throughout the day.”
20. Stop doing [X], instead do this
    • Example: “Stop dieting, instead focus on a balanced lifestyle.”
21. I tried this so you don’t have to
    • Example: “I tried the 5 AM morning routine so you don’t have to. Here’s what happened.”
22. I bet you didn’t know [X]
    • Example: “I bet you didn’t know that dark chocolate can improve your health.”
23. Something CRAZY happened today!
    • Example: “Something CRAZY happened today! I ran into my childhood hero.”
24. Why is nobody talking about this hack [X]
    • Example: “Why is nobody talking about this hack to save money on groceries?”
25. Things I wish I knew before [X]
    • Example: “Things I wish I knew before starting my own business.”
26. Here’s the ULTIMATE guide for [X]
    • Example: “Here’s the ULTIMATE guide for stress-free travel planning.”
27. There’s nothing more painful than [X]
    • Example: “There’s nothing more painful than losing a loved one.”
28. This might be controversial, but [X]
    • Example: “This might be controversial, but remote work isn’t for everyone.”
29. How did I just find out that [X]
    • Example: “How did I just find out that meditation can boost creativity?”
30. This is [topic] explained for [Group]
    • Example: “This is cryptocurrency explained for beginners.”
31. You won’t believe this [X]
    • Example: “You won’t believe this bizarre history of chocolate.”
32. I wish I had known this sooner
    • Example: “I wish I had known this sooner: How to manage stress effectively.”
33. This feels illegal to know [X]
    • Example: “This feels illegal to know: The loopholes in airline reward programs.”
34. Very few people do [X] properly
    • Example: “Very few people do meal prepping properly. Here’s how to do it right.”
35. Stop scrolling if you have no idea [X]
    • Example: “Stop scrolling if you have no idea how to start investing.”
36. Imagine this [X]
    • Example: “Imagine this: You’re debt-free and financially secure.”
37. If you use [X] you should check out [Y]
    • Example: “If you use a smartphone, you should check out these essential apps.”
38. Read this if you hate [X]
    • Example: “Read this if you hate Mondays: How to start your week right.”
39. All your [subject] problems can be solved using [Y]
    • Example: “All your skin problems can be solved using natural remedies.”
40. This is why you can’t do [X]
    • Example: “This is why you can’t lose weight quickly without compromising your health.”
41. I’ve got a secret [X]
    • Example: “I’ve got a secret to staying motivated every day.”
42. If you want to achieve [X], listen up!
    • Example: “If you want to achieve financial freedom, listen up!”
43. This is your sign to start [X]
    • Example: “This is your sign to start that passion project.”
44. How to do [X] FOR FREE
    • Example: “How to learn coding FOR FREE.”
45. Do you have problems with [X]? Well, I just found the perfect solution!
    • Example: “Do you have problems with procrastination? Well, I just found the perfect solution!”
46. You don’t want to miss this!
    • Example: “You don’t want to miss this! The best travel hacks for 2024.”
47. This hack will save you hours on [X]
    • Example: “This hack will save you hours on meal planning.”
48. Don’t make this mistake when doing [X]
    • Example: “Don’t make this mistake when investing in stocks.”
49. This is why your [X] isn’t working
    • Example: “This is why your diet isn’t working: Common pitfalls to avoid.”
50. Everything you knew about [X] is 100% WRONG!
    • Example: “Everything you knew about looking young is 100% WRONG! Here’s the truth.”

What hook will you try next? Let us know in the comments below!