LinkedIn Hook
Generator
Generate 10 scroll-stopping opening lines for your LinkedIn posts. Use proven patterns that make people click "see more" and engage with your content.
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How to Generate Perfect Hooks
Get 10 proven hook variations in seconds with our simple 4-step process
Enter Your Topic
Tell us what your post is about. Add optional tone and style for better results.
Get 10 Hook Patterns
We generate hooks using 7+ proven patterns: curiosity gaps, data hooks, stories, and more.
See Why Each Works
Every hook includes psychology insights explaining why it stops the scroll.
Copy & Use
Click to copy your favorite hook and paste it as your post's opening line.
Why Your Hook Determines Everything
LinkedIn shows your post to ~10% of followers first. If they engage in the first hour, it goes viral. If they scroll past? Your post dies. The hook is the first domino.
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The Hook Formula
6 Tips for Writing Hooks That Convert
Master these strategies to turn scrollers into readers and readers into engaged followers.
1. Match Hook to Content
Your hook must align with what follows. If you promise data, deliver data. If you tease a story, tell a story. Mismatched hooks kill trust.
2. Trigger Curiosity
The best hooks create a gap between what people know and want to know. Make them think 'I need to know this' before they click.
3. Use Specific Numbers
Generic claims like 'lots of results' feel vague. Specific numbers like '347% increase' feel credible and concrete.
4. Ask Smart Questions
Questions work when they're already on your audience's mind. Generic questions get ignored. Specific, relatable questions get clicks.
5. Test Different Patterns
Don't use the same hook type every time. Mix curiosity gaps, contrarian takes, and data hooks to keep your audience engaged.
6. Optimize First 210 Characters
LinkedIn shows ~210 characters before 'see more'. Your hook must work within this limit. Every character counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about generating and using LinkedIn hooks
How many hooks do I get per generation?
You get 10 different hooks using proven patterns: curiosity gaps, contrarian takes, specific numbers, personal story openers, direct value promises, question hooks, and bold statements. Each hook includes an explanation of why it works psychologically.
What makes a hook effective on LinkedIn?
Effective hooks create curiosity within the first 210 characters (before 'see more'). They use specific numbers, ask compelling questions, challenge assumptions, or promise clear value. The key is making people think 'I need to read this' before they scroll past.
Can I customize the tone and style?
Yes! While the topic is required, you can optionally specify tone (professional, casual, inspiring, etc.) and style preference (data-driven, storytelling, contrarian, etc.) to get hooks that match your brand voice.
Should I use the exact hook or modify it?
Use the hooks as strong starting points, but feel free to personalize them. Add your own numbers, swap in specific examples from your experience, or adjust the tone to match your voice. The best hooks often come from editing good ones.
How long should my hook be?
LinkedIn shows the first 210 characters before 'see more.' Aim for 150-210 characters—long enough to create curiosity, short enough to be punchy. All hooks generated by this tool are optimized for this length.
What if none of the hooks feel right?
Click 'Generate New Hooks' to try again with a more specific topic or different tone/style. The AI adapts to your input. You can also take a hook you like 70% of the way and tweak it—change a word, add a number, or make it more personal.
Can I use the same hook pattern multiple times?
You can reuse hook patterns (like 'I analyzed X and found Y'), but never use the exact same hook twice. Your audience will notice and it looks lazy. Instead, generate fresh hooks for each new topic—it only takes 30 seconds.
Do I need to use emojis in my hooks?
Emojis are optional. A strong hook doesn't need emojis to work. If you use them, limit to 1-2 and ensure they add meaning, not just decoration. Most high-performing LinkedIn posts don't use emojis in the opening hook.
How do I know which hook will perform best?
Test different hook types and track results. Generally, curiosity gaps and contrarian takes drive engagement, specific numbers build credibility, and personal stories create connection. But your audience is unique—test to find what resonates.
Is this tool completely free?
Yes, 100% free. Generate unlimited hooks with no signup required. If you want help writing the full post after the hook, check out Postking's AI writing assistant.
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