26. The authority credential hook
Template: "After [X years] doing [specific thing], here's what I actually believe about [topic]."
Use when: You want to establish credibility with a niche audience before making a claim they might resist.

27. The niche call-out hook
Template: "If you're a [specific role] at a [specific stage company], this is for you."
Use when: You want DMs or replies from a specific type of buyer or reader. Broad audiences will scroll past. That is the point.

28. The myth-bust hook
Template: "[Common belief about topic] is wrong. Here's the data."
Use when: You have actual data to back the claim. Without data, this reads as opinion and loses credibility.

29. The case study tease
Template: "[Client or company] had [specific problem]. Here's exactly what we did."
Use when: You want to generate inbound interest from people with the same problem. The word 'exactly' signals process, not vague advice.

30. The contrarian position
Template: "Unpopular opinion: [specific claim most people in your field avoid saying]."
Use when: You genuinely hold a minority view and can defend it. Do not manufacture controversy. It reads as manufactured.

31. The open loop hook
Template: "I'm about to share something I've never posted before."
Use when: You are sharing something genuinely new. Overuse destroys the effect. One per quarter at most.

32. The process reveal
Template: "Here's the exact [process/system/template] I use for [desirable outcome]."
Use when: You want saves and shares more than comments. Process posts get bookmarked. They build long-term credibility.

33. The failure post hook
Template: "I failed at [specific thing]. Publicly. Here's what happened."
Use when: The failure is real and the lesson is specific. Generic failure posts with no concrete detail perform poorly in Tier 3.

34. The comparison hook
Template: "I tried [approach A] and [approach B] for [time period]. The results surprised me."
Use when: You have run an actual test. The phrase 'surprised me' creates a curiosity gap without overpromising.

35. The hiring or opportunity hook
Template: "[Specific role or opportunity]. Here's what we're actually looking for."
Use when: The word 'actually' does the work here. It implies the job description is misleading and you are giving the real picture.

36. The trend observation
Template: "[Something] has changed in [industry]. Most people haven't noticed yet."
Use when: You have a specific observation backed by data or direct experience. Vague trend posts perform at the bottom of Tier 3.

37. The direct ask
Template: "I need your help with something. [Specific, honest ask]."
Use when: You want replies and community input. This formula builds relationships more than reach. Use it sparingly so it stays genuine.