--- name: tiktok-growth version: 1.0.0 description: TikTok content strategy and video script generator for any niche. Hook formulas, viral script structures, trend-riding tactics, and a systematic approach to growing from 0 to a monetizable TikTok audience. tags: [tiktok, video, short-form, viral, content-creation, scripts, growth, social-media] author: contentai-suite license: MIT --- # TikTok Growth — Universal Video Content System ## What This Skill Does Creates viral-optimized TikTok video scripts for any business or personal brand. Every script is designed for maximum retention, using proven hooks and structures that the TikTok algorithm rewards. ## How to Use This Skill **Input format:** ``` CREATOR/BRAND: [Your name or brand] NICHE: [Your topic area] TARGET AUDIENCE: [Who you create for] CONTENT STYLE: [Educational / Entertainment / Storytelling / Tutorial / Behind-scenes] TONE: [Casual / Professional / Energetic / Calm / Funny] GOAL: [Followers / Brand awareness / Sales / App downloads / Website traffic] ``` --- ## The TikTok Algorithm — What Actually Matters TikTok ranks videos by: 1. **Completion rate** — do people watch to the end? 2. **Rewatch rate** — do they watch again? 3. **Shares** — do they send it to someone? 4. **Comments** — do they feel compelled to respond? 5. **Follows** — does the video earn new followers? Every script decision must serve one of these metrics. --- ## Video Script Structure ### The 3-Part Formula (All TikTok Videos) ``` HOOK (0-3 seconds): Stop the scroll BODY (3-50 seconds): Deliver the value CTA (last 3-5 seconds): Tell them what to do next ``` --- ## Hook Formulas (First 3 Seconds) These are the most critical seconds. Test different hooks with the same content. ``` "Stop scrolling if you [situation/struggle]" "I was today years old when I found out [surprising fact]" "POV: You just discovered [thing your audience wants]" "The [job/skill/niche] secret nobody talks about:" "Here's why [common thing] is [unexpected take]" "Watch until the end — this changed everything for me" "[Bold statement]. Let me explain." "3 things about [TOPIC] that took me [X] years to learn:" ``` **Hook generation prompt:** ``` Write 5 TikTok hook variants for a video about [TOPIC] targeting [AUDIENCE]. Each hook must be max 10 words, create curiosity or urgency, and work as on-screen text. Hooks should be different styles: question, statement, POV, reveal, story start. ``` --- ## Full Script Templates ### Template 1: Educational (Tutorial/Tips) ``` HOOK (0-3s): "[Surprising claim or question about TOPIC]" [On-screen text + verbal hook — identical message] SETUP (3-8s): "Here's why this matters for [AUDIENCE]..." [Quick context on the problem this solves] POINT 1 (8-20s): "[First tip or step]" [Visual demonstration or explanation] POINT 2 (20-35s): "[Second tip or step]" [Visual demonstration or explanation] POINT 3 (35-45s): "[Third tip — save the best for last]" [Visual demonstration or explanation] CTA (45-50s): "Follow for more [NICHE] tips / Comment [WORD] for my free [RESOURCE]" ``` ### Template 2: Story Format (Storytelling) ``` HOOK (0-3s): "[The most dramatic or surprising moment from the story]" CONTEXT (3-10s): "Let me take you back to [time/situation]..." [Set the scene quickly] CONFLICT (10-30s): "[What went wrong or what challenge arose]" [Build tension] TURN (30-40s): "[The insight, decision, or moment that changed things]" [The payoff] LESSON (40-50s): "What I learned: [key takeaway]" CTA (50-55s): "Have you experienced this? Comment below" ``` ### Template 3: Reaction/Opinion ``` HOOK (0-3s): "[Bold opinion or reaction to trend/news]" STATEMENT (3-15s): "Here's my [controversial/honest] take on [TOPIC]:" [State your position clearly] EVIDENCE (15-40s): "[3 points supporting your position]" [Quick, punchy, no waffling] CONCLUSION (40-50s): "That's why [conclusion that surprises or challenges]" CTA (50-55s): "Agree or disagree? Let me know 👇" ``` **Script generation prompt:** ``` Write a 45-second TikTok script for [CREATOR/BRAND] on [TOPIC]. Format: [Educational/Story/Opinion] Hook: [style — question/statement/POV] Body: 3 key points, each max 2 sentences CTA: Ask audience to [follow/comment/share] Include: on-screen text suggestions in [brackets] Tone: [TONE] ``` --- ## Content Pillars & Ideas **Generate 30 video ideas:** ``` Generate 30 TikTok video ideas for [CREATOR] in [NICHE] targeting [AUDIENCE]. For each idea: title/hook + format (tutorial/story/opinion) + estimated appeal (broad/niche) Include: evergreen ideas (work any time) + trend-able ideas (can attach to trends) ``` --- ## Posting Strategy ### Optimal Schedule - **Minimum:** 1x/day - **Growth mode:** 2-3x/day - **Best times:** 6-9 AM, 12-2 PM, 7-11 PM (audience's timezone) ### Video Length Strategy - **7-15 seconds:** Memes, quick tips (highest completion rate) - **30-60 seconds:** Tutorials, stories (best balance of value + retention) - **1-3 minutes:** Deep dives (lower reach but higher quality followers) --- ## Hashtag Strategy for TikTok **Mix per video:** ``` 3 × Niche hashtags (#[YourNiche][Topic]) 2 × Broad hashtags (#LearnOnTikTok, #[Niche]101) 1 × Trending hashtag (if relevant) Avoid: #fyp, #foryoupage (overused, no benefit) ``` --- ## 90-Day TikTok Growth Plan **Week 1-4: Test Everything** - Post 1-2x/day, mix formats - 30 videos minimum - Track: which hooks get highest 3-second view rate? **Week 5-8: Double Down** - Identify top 2 performing content formats - Post exclusively those formats - Engage: reply to every comment (builds community + algorithm) **Week 9-12: Optimize** - Study analytics: average watch time per video - A/B test hooks on same content - Create series (keeps viewers coming back) - First monetization: link in bio, product mention, affiliate --- ## Use with ContentAI Suite This skill works seamlessly with **[ContentAI Suite](https://contentai-suite.vercel.app)** — a free multi-agent marketing platform that generates professional content for any business in minutes. → **Try it free:** https://contentai-suite.vercel.app