feat(linkedin-thought-leadership): v1.0.0 — initial open-source import

Build LinkedIn thought leadership with algorithmic understanding,
strategic consistency, and AI-assisted content creation. Updated for
the January 2026 360Brew algorithm change.

16 agents, 25 commands, 6 skills, 9 hooks, 24 reference docs.

Personal data sanitized: voice samples generalized to template,
high-engagement posts cleared, region-specific references replaced
with placeholders.

Co-Authored-By: Claude Opus 4.6 <noreply@anthropic.com>

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+# LinkedIn Article Template
+
+Use this template when creating LinkedIn Articles (long-form content, 1,500-2,500 words).
+
+## Article Metadata
+
+```yaml
+title: "[60-80 characters, keyword-rich]"
+target_length: 1500-2500 words
+reading_time: 8-12 minutes
+primary_keyword: "[main search term]"
+secondary_keywords: ["keyword2", "keyword3"]
+target_audience: "[specific reader profile]"
+article_goal: "[what should reader do/feel/know after reading]"
+```
+
+## Article Structure
+
+### Title (60-80 characters)
+
+**Format options:**
+- How to [achieve outcome] (Without [common obstacle])
+- The [Number] [Things] That [Outcome]
+- Why [Common Belief] Is Wrong (And What to Do Instead)
+- What [Time Period] Taught Me About [Topic]
+- [Topic]: The Complete Guide for [Audience]
+
+**Your title:**
+```
+[WRITE TITLE HERE]
+```
+
+**Checklist:**
+- [ ] Contains primary keyword
+- [ ] Promises clear value
+- [ ] Under 80 characters
+- [ ] Not clickbait
+
+---
+
+### Opening Hook (First 2-3 paragraphs, 150-250 words)
+
+**Purpose:** Grab attention, establish why this matters NOW, preview value
+
+**Template:**
+```
+[Opening hook - surprising stat, bold claim, or compelling question]
+
+[Why this matters to the reader - what problem does it solve?]
+
+[What the reader will learn/gain from this article]
+
+[Brief credibility statement - why you can speak on this]
+```
+
+**Your opening:**
+```
+[WRITE OPENING HERE]
+```
+
+---
+
+### Context Section (200-400 words)
+
+**Purpose:** Provide background needed to understand the main content
+
+**Template:**
+```
+## The Background You Need
+
+[Brief history or context of the topic]
+
+[Current state of affairs]
+
+[Why now is the right time to address this]
+
+[Any key definitions or concepts needed]
+```
+
+**Your context section:**
+```
+[WRITE CONTEXT HERE]
+```
+
+---
+
+### Main Content (1,000-1,800 words)
+
+**Purpose:** Deliver the core value - insights, framework, how-to
+
+**Structure options:**
+
+**Option A: Numbered sections**
+```
+## 1. [First Main Point]
+
+[Explanation of point]
+
+[Example or evidence]
+
+[How to apply this]
+
+## 2. [Second Main Point]
+
+[Repeat structure]
+
+## 3. [Third Main Point]
+
+[Repeat structure]
+```
+
+**Option B: Problem-Solution**
+```
+## The Problem
+
+[Detailed problem description]
+
+## Why Traditional Approaches Fail
+
+[Analysis of common approaches]
+
+## A Better Approach
+
+[Your solution/framework]
+
+## How to Implement
+
+[Step-by-step guidance]
+```
+
+**Option C: Narrative**
+```
+## The Beginning
+
+[Story setup]
+
+## The Challenge
+
+[What happened]
+
+## The Turning Point
+
+[Key realization]
+
+## The Result
+
+[Outcome and lessons]
+
+## The Broader Application
+
+[How readers can apply this]
+```
+
+**Your main content:**
+```
+[WRITE MAIN CONTENT HERE]
+```
+
+---
+
+### Conclusion (150-250 words)
+
+**Purpose:** Summarize, synthesize, and call to action
+
+**Template:**
+```
+## What This Means for You
+
+[Brief recap of key points - 2-3 sentences max]
+
+[The bigger picture / why this matters]
+
+[Specific next steps the reader can take]
+
+[Call to action - discussion question or invitation to connect]
+```
+
+**Your conclusion:**
+```
+[WRITE CONCLUSION HERE]
+```
+
+---
+
+### Article Footer
+
+```
+---
+
+[Optional: About the author section - 2-3 sentences]
+
+[Optional: Related articles or resources]
+
+[Tags/hashtags: 3-5 relevant]
+```
+
+---
+
+## Pre-Publication Checklist
+
+### Content Quality
+- [ ] Title is compelling and keyword-optimized
+- [ ] Opening hooks the reader immediately
+- [ ] Main content delivers on the title's promise
+- [ ] Examples are specific and relevant
+- [ ] Conclusion has clear takeaways
+- [ ] Word count is 1,500-2,500
+
+### SEO Optimization
+- [ ] Primary keyword in title
+- [ ] Primary keyword in first 100 words
+- [ ] Keywords naturally distributed throughout
+- [ ] Subheadings are descriptive
+- [ ] Images have alt text
+
+### Formatting
+- [ ] Short paragraphs (3-4 sentences max)
+- [ ] Clear section headings
+- [ ] Bullet points for lists
+- [ ] Tables for comparisons
+- [ ] White space for readability
+- [ ] Mobile-friendly formatting
+
+### Attribution
+- [ ] All sources credited
+- [ ] External links working
+- [ ] Quotes properly attributed
+- [ ] No plagiarism
+
+---
+
+## Promotion Timeline
+
+### Pre-Publication (1 week before)
+
+**Day -7:**
+- [ ] Tease the topic in a post (generate interest)
+
+**Day -3:**
+- [ ] Second tease post (share one insight from article)
+
+**Day -1:**
+- [ ] Engage actively with your network (5x5x5 method)
+
+### Publication Day
+
+**Morning (publication):**
+- [ ] Publish article
+- [ ] Create promotional post (not just a link)
+- [ ] Share key insight with article link in comments
+
+**Throughout the day:**
+- [ ] Respond to all comments on article
+- [ ] Respond to all comments on promotional post
+- [ ] Thank people who share
+
+### Post-Publication (1-4 weeks after)
+
+**Week 1:**
+- [ ] Create 2-3 derivative posts from article content
+- [ ] Each post links back to full article in comments
+
+**Week 2:**
+- [ ] Create carousel version of key points (if applicable)
+- [ ] Reference article in relevant conversations
+
+**Week 3-4:**
+- [ ] Continue derivative content
+- [ ] Update article if new information emerges
+
+### Ongoing
+
+- [ ] Add to Featured section on profile
+- [ ] Reference in future relevant posts
+- [ ] Update quarterly if evergreen topic
+
+---
+
+## Promotional Post Template
+
+Use this to promote your article (don't just share the link):
+
+```
+[Hook - the most valuable insight from the article]
+
+[Why this matters - 2-3 sentences]
+
+[What the reader will learn - bullet points]
+- Point 1
+- Point 2
+- Point 3
+
+[Tease - hint at something unexpected in the article]
+
+[CTA - read the full article, link in comments]
+
+---
+Comment #1: Full article here: [Link]
+```
+
+---
+
+## Article Ideas Starter
+
+Generate article ideas by combining:
+
+| Your Expertise | + | Format |
+|----------------|---|--------|
+| AI implementation | | Complete guide |
+| Low-code automation | | Step-by-step tutorial |
+| Public sector AI | | Lessons learned |
+| Microsoft ecosystem | | Comparison/analysis |
+| RAG architecture | | Framework/methodology |
+
+**Example combinations:**
+- "AI Implementation: The Complete Guide for Public Sector Leaders"
+- "5 RAG Architecture Patterns I've Used Across 20+ Projects"
+- "Why Public Sector AI Projects Fail (And How to Fix Them)"
+- "Copilot Studio vs Power Automate: A Practical Comparison"
+- "Building Your First RAG System: A Step-by-Step Tutorial"
+
+---
+
+## Notes
+
+- Articles get less initial reach but longer lifespan
+- Optimize for search (keywords in title, headings)
+- Link internally to your other articles
+- Update evergreen content quarterly
+- Feature best articles on profile