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One-Two-Three Segment Listicle

Open by announcing a numbered list tied to a specific outcome, deliver each item as a rapid one-line imperative with a concrete example, then close with a direct CTA that loops back to the list.

When

Use this when you have 3–5 fast, self-contained tips on one topic and want a high-retention structure that ends in a comment-triggered lead magnet or follow CTA.

Best for

Productivity and email/copywriting creatorsFitness and mobility coachesCommunication and social-skills educatorsAnyone with a swipeable tip list and a DM/comment offer

Example opener

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“Three rules for writing emails people actually reply to. Rule one: never start with "I hope this finds you well." Instead, start with the problem. Rule two: keep it under 100 words. If it's longer, it's a meeting. Rule three: end with a question, not a statement. "Does Tuesday work?" gets replies. "Let me know" gets ignored. Comment "email" and I'll send you my 10 best templates.”

  1. 01Announce the numbered list and the specific outcome it delivers.
  2. 02Deliver each item as a one-line imperative followed by a concrete example.
  3. 03Keep phrasing parallel across items to build rhythm.
  4. 04Close with a direct CTA that ties back to the list.

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