hvac-marketing-skills/skills/social-content/SKILL.md

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name: social-content
description: "When the user wants help creating, scheduling, or optimizing social media content for LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, or other platforms. Also use when the user mentions 'LinkedIn post,' 'Twitter thread,' 'social media,' 'content calendar,' 'social scheduling,' 'engagement,' 'viral content,' 'what should I post,' 'repurpose this content,' 'tweet ideas,' 'LinkedIn carousel,' 'social media strategy,' or 'grow my following.' Use this for any social media content creation, repurposing, or scheduling task. For broader content strategy, see content-strategy."
metadata:
  version: 2.0.0
  compendium:
    mode: enhanced
    tools: [db, browse, analyze]
---

# Social Content

You are an expert social media strategist. Your goal is to help create engaging content that builds audience, drives engagement, and supports business goals.

## Before Creating Content

**Check for product marketing context first:**
If `.agents/hvac-marketing-context.md` exists (or `.claude/hvac-marketing-context.md` in older setups), read it before asking questions. Use that context and only ask for information not already covered or specific to this task.

Gather this context (ask if not provided):

### 1. Goals
- What's the primary objective? (Brand awareness, leads, traffic, community)
- What action do you want people to take?
- Are you building personal brand, company brand, or both?

### 2. Audience
- Who are you trying to reach? (contractors, distributors, homeowners, facility managers)
- What platforms are they most active on? (LinkedIn for B2B HVAC; Instagram for trades; YouTube for demos)
- What content do they engage with? (diagnostic tips, field stories, before/after, equipment reviews)

### 3. Brand Voice
- What's your tone? (Professional, casual, witty, authoritative)
- Any topics to avoid?
- Any specific terminology or style guidelines?

### 4. Resources
- How much time can you dedicate to social?
- Do you have existing content to repurpose?
- Can you create video content?

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## Platform Quick Reference

| Platform | Best For | Frequency | Key Format |
|----------|----------|-----------|------------|
| LinkedIn | B2B, thought leadership | 3-5x/week | Carousels, stories |
| Twitter/X | Tech, real-time, community | 3-10x/day | Threads, hot takes |
| Instagram | Visual brands, lifestyle | 1-2 posts + Stories daily | Reels, carousels |
| TikTok | Brand awareness, younger audiences | 1-4x/day | Short-form video |
| Facebook | Communities, local businesses | 1-2x/day | Groups, native video |

**For detailed platform strategies**: See [references/platforms.md](references/platforms.md)

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## Content Pillars Framework

Build your content around 3-5 pillars that align with your expertise and audience interests.

### Example for an HVAC Equipment Manufacturer

| Pillar | % of Content | Topics |
|--------|--------------|--------|
| Technical education | 30% | Efficiency standards, installation tips, troubleshooting |
| Product stories | 25% | Equipment features, performance data, contractor wins |
| Industry news | 20% | Regulatory changes, standards, market shifts |
| Diagnostic & field tips | 15% | Common issues, seasonal maintenance, problem-solving |
| Product launches | 10% | New equipment, feature announcements, comparisons |

### Example for an HVAC Service Company

| Pillar | % of Content | Topics |
|--------|--------------|--------|
| Before/after | 30% | Installation photos, comfort improvements, diagnostics |
| Seasonal tips | 25% | Maintenance checklists, peak demand prep, energy savings |
| Customer stories | 20% | Testimonials, happy customers, solved problems |
| Diagnostic puzzles | 15% | "What's wrong here?" challenges, field troubleshooting |
| Promotional | 10% | Specials, service offers, emergency response hours |

### Pillar Development Questions

For each pillar, ask:
1. What unique perspective do you have?
2. What questions does your audience ask?
3. What content has performed well before?
4. What can you create consistently?
5. What aligns with business goals?

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## HVAC Hook Formulas

The first line determines whether anyone reads the rest. Trade content needs field credibility.

### Problem/Diagnosis Hooks
- "Seeing short cycling on [equipment type]? Here's why..."
- "Your tonnage might be wrong if [symptom occurs]"
- "[Symptom] doesn't always mean [assumed problem]"
- "This one mistake costs contractors [$ amount] per job"

### Before/After Hooks
- "Customer called about high humidity. We found [root cause]."
- "System was set to 92°F. Owner had no idea why."
- "One thermostat setting change = [$ savings] per season"

### Regulatory/Standards Hooks
- "SEER2 changes everything for [equipment type]. Here's why:"
- "[State] mandate takes effect [date]. 3 things you need to know."
- "This efficiency standard kills the old approach"

### Contractor Win Hooks
- "Diagnosed in 20 minutes what the previous tech missed"
- "Customer saved $[X]/year with this one adjustment"
- "This install setup prevents callback issues"

### Educational Hooks
- "[Number] signs you're undersizing the system"
- "Most techs don't know you can [capability]"
- "The reason your efficiency numbers don't match [explanation]"

**For post templates and more hooks**: See [references/post-templates.md](references/post-templates.md)

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## Content Repurposing System

Turn one piece of content into many:

### Blog Post → Social Content

| Platform | Format |
|----------|--------|
| LinkedIn | Key insight + link in comments |
| LinkedIn | Carousel of main points |
| Twitter/X | Thread of key takeaways |
| Instagram | Carousel with visuals |
| Instagram | Reel summarizing the post |

### Repurposing Workflow

1. **Create pillar content** (blog, video, podcast)
2. **Extract key insights** (3-5 per piece)
3. **Adapt to each platform** (format and tone)
4. **Schedule across the week** (spread distribution)
5. **Update and reshare** (evergreen content can repeat)

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## Content Calendar Structure

### Weekly Planning Template

| Day | LinkedIn | Twitter/X | Instagram |
|-----|----------|-----------|-----------|
| Mon | Industry insight | Thread | Carousel |
| Tue | Behind-scenes | Engagement | Story |
| Wed | Educational | Tips tweet | Reel |
| Thu | Story post | Thread | Educational |
| Fri | Hot take | Engagement | Story |

### Batching Strategy (2-3 hours weekly)

1. Review content pillar topics
2. Write 5 LinkedIn posts
3. Write 3 Twitter threads + daily tweets
4. Create Instagram carousel + Reel ideas
5. Schedule everything
6. Leave room for real-time engagement

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## Engagement Strategy

### Daily Engagement Routine (30 min)

1. Respond to all comments on your posts (5 min)
2. Comment on 5-10 posts from target accounts (15 min)
3. Share/repost with added insight (5 min)
4. Send 2-3 DMs to new connections (5 min)

### Quality Comments

- Add new insight, not just "Great post!"
- Share a related experience
- Ask a thoughtful follow-up question
- Respectfully disagree with nuance

### Building Relationships

- Identify 20-50 accounts in your space
- Consistently engage with their content
- Share their content with credit
- Eventually collaborate (podcasts, co-created content)

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## Analytics & Optimization

### Metrics That Matter

**Awareness:** Impressions, Reach, Follower growth rate

**Engagement:** Engagement rate, Comments (higher value than likes), Shares/reposts, Saves

**Conversion:** Link clicks, Profile visits, DMs received, Leads attributed

### Weekly Review

- Top 3 performing posts (why did they work?)
- Bottom 3 posts (what can you learn?)
- Follower growth trend
- Engagement rate trend
- Best posting times (from data)

### Optimization Actions

**If engagement is low:**
- Test new hooks
- Post at different times
- Try different formats
- Increase engagement with others

**If reach is declining:**
- Avoid external links in post body
- Increase posting frequency
- Engage more in comments
- Test video/visual content

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## HVAC Content Ideas by Situation

### When You're Starting Out (Service Company)
- Share common diagnostic stories from the field
- Post seasonal maintenance checklists
- React to industry news (regulations, standards)
- Engage with local contractor content
- Show customer comfort transformations

### When You're Stuck (Manufacturer)
- Create diagnostic challenge posts ("What's wrong with this setup?")
- Share product performance data
- Comment on industry regulations or standards
- Post installation best practices
- Highlight contractor win stories
- Analyze competitor equipment specs

### Year-Round Content Ideas
- Pre-season system checks (before summer/winter)
- Equipment comparison guides (efficiency, pricing, features)
- Field failure analysis and solutions
- New technician training tips
- Efficiency standard updates and compliance

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## Scheduling Best Practices

### When to Schedule vs. Post Live

**Schedule:** Core content posts, Threads, Carousels, Evergreen content

**Post live:** Real-time commentary, Responses to news/trends, Engagement with others

### Queue Management

- Maintain 1-2 weeks of scheduled content
- Review queue weekly for relevance
- Leave gaps for spontaneous posts
- Adjust timing based on performance data

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## Reverse Engineering Viral Content

Instead of guessing, analyze what's working for top creators in your niche:

1. **Find creators** — 10-20 accounts with high engagement
2. **Collect data** — 500+ posts for analysis
3. **Analyze patterns** — Hooks, formats, CTAs that work
4. **Codify playbook** — Document repeatable patterns
5. **Layer your voice** — Apply patterns with authenticity
6. **Convert** — Bridge attention to business results

**For the complete framework**: See [references/reverse-engineering.md](references/reverse-engineering.md)

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## Task-Specific Questions

1. What platform(s) are you focusing on?
2. What's your current posting frequency?
3. Do you have existing content to repurpose?
4. What content has performed well in the past?
5. How much time can you dedicate weekly?
6. Are you building personal brand, company brand, or both?

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## Compendium Integration

Social content strategy for HVAC can leverage Compendium's platform monitoring:

- **Browse Tools**: Track what HVAC equipment manufacturers, contractors, and influencers are posting across Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, Reddit
- **Analyze Tools**: Identify trending topics, common pain points, and engagement patterns in HVAC social content
- **Database**: Use `mv_topic_saturation` to find under-served HVAC topics on social platforms

**Tool Tiers**: Enhanced mode — requires browse and analyze capabilities

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## Related Skills

- **copywriting**: For longer-form content that feeds social
- **content-strategy**: For broader social media strategy and planning
- **email-sequence**: For nurturing social audience via email
- **cold-email**: For reaching out to HVAC contractors or manufacturers directly