How does this skill help with Substack's algorithm?

The skill focuses on 'Conversation Over Content,' utilizing patterns that spark comments and early engagement, which are the primary triggers for Substack's algorithmic amplification.

Does it provide specific templates for Notes?

Yes, it includes specialized frameworks for micro-stories, short wisdom, listicles, and 'Behind-the-Scenes' content optimized for the Substack interface.

Can I use this for long-form newsletter posts?

While primarily designed for the short-form Notes feed (under 300 words), it is excellent for creating promotional snippets and summaries of long-form posts to drive traffic.

What tone does the writing-substack skill use?

It specifically avoids 'bot-like' or overly polished language, opting for a conversational, curious, and personal tone that resonates with the Substack community.

Substack Writing & Growth

Name: Substack Writing & Growth
Author: lev-os

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Content Management

Crafts engaging Substack Notes and strategic growth content to build community and increase newsletter subscribers.

The writing-substack skill transforms Claude into a specialized strategist for the Substack ecosystem, focusing on the unique mechanics of the Notes feed. It leverages proven patterns for short-form engagement, prioritizing genuine conversation and personal storytelling over generic broadcasting to help writers trigger the Substack algorithm. By providing structured frameworks for micro-stories, conversational hooks, and community-building interactions, this skill helps users convert casual scrollers into dedicated newsletter subscribers while maintaining an authentic, human voice.

Key Features

01Maintains a conversational, non-AI tone for community building

02Generates high-engagement Substack Notes under 300 words

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04Optimizes content for subscriber conversion and profile discovery

05Provides templates for micro-stories and conversational hooks

06Implements algorithm-friendly growth and restack strategies

Use Cases

01Developing a daily posting rhythm to increase newsletter subscriber growth

02Turning newsletter insights into punchy, discoverable Substack Notes

03Brainstorming open-ended questions to spark community discussion

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add lev-os/agents writing-substack

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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