blog-postlisted

# Blog Post ## Overview This skill helps you write compelling, well-structured blog posts that engage readers from the opening hook to the final call to action. It covers SEO fundamentals, headline formulas, tone matching to your brand voice, and the right word count for your goal—whether you're publishing a punchy 800-word opinion piece or a comprehensive 2,000-word tutorial. The output is publication-ready content, not a rough draft. ## When to Use - Writing how-to tutorials and step-by-step guides - Drafting opinion or thought-leadership articles - Creating listicles and roundup posts - Producing SEO-targeted content around a keyword - Repurposing research or notes into readable web content - Writing content marketing pieces that drive traffic ## When NOT to Use - Academic or peer-reviewed papers (use `academic-essay` skill instead) - News articles requiring verified, real-time information - Press releases (distinct format and distribution requirements) - Social media posts (use `social-media` skill instead) - Technical documentation (use `technical-writer` skill instead) ## Quick Reference | Task | Approach | |------|----------| | Hook | Start with a stat, question, or bold claim in the first 2 sentences | | Headline | Use formulas: "How to X", "N Ways to Y", "Why Z" | | Word count | Tutorial: 1,200–2,000 words; Opinion: 800–1,200 words; Listicle: 1,000–1,500 words | | SEO | Include primary keyword in title, first paragraph, one H2, and meta description | | Paragraphs