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 Growth Roadmaps
+
+Systematic progression from building foundation to establishing authority.
+
+---
+
+## The 90-Day Foundation System
+
+Most creators quit before the algorithm recognizes their consistency. This system prevents burnout and enables compounding growth.
+
+### Month 1: Foundation Building
+
+**Expected followers:** 500-2,000
+
+#### Week 1: Profile Optimization
+
+- Rewrite headline: WHO you help + RESULT you deliver
+- Optimize first 2-3 lines of About section
+- Add best content to Featured section
+
+#### Week 2-4: Establish Baseline
+
+- Post 3x per week consistently (same days/times)
+- Spend 15 minutes daily commenting on others' content
+- Experiment with different post formats
+- Track what gets engagement
+- Respond to every comment within 2 hours
+
+**Daily Time Investment: 30-45 minutes**
+- 15 min: Strategic commenting (5x5x5 method)
+- 15-30 min: Post creation or comment responses
+
+---
+
+### Month 2: Format Optimization
+
+**Expected followers:** 2,000-5,000
+
+#### Week 5: Format Testing
+
+- Create first carousel (6-10 slides)
+- Create first poll
+- Try medium-length story post (1,200-1,400 chars)
+- Document what works
+
+#### Week 6-8: Engagement Amplification
+
+- Increase commenting to 30 minutes daily
+- Respond to comments within first hour of posting
+- Start noticing who consistently engages
+- Build relationships in DMs
+- Test different hooks on same content type
+
+**Daily Time Investment: 45-60 minutes**
+- 30 min: Strategic engagement
+- 15-30 min: Posting and responses
+
+**Analytics Review:**
+- Identify top 3 performing post types
+- Note which hooks grab attention
+- Track connection requests from posts
+- Measure profile visits
+
+---
+
+### Month 3: Optimization & Scaling
+
+**Expected followers:** 5,000-15,000 potential
+
+#### Week 9: Batch Content Creation
+
+- Block 2.5 hours
+- Create 10-12 posts using Content Matrix
+- Schedule throughout month
+- Removes daily anxiety
+
+#### Week 10-12: Double Down
+
+- Post 4-5x per week
+- Focus on top-performing formats
+- Eliminate underperforming types
+- Build email list (lead magnet in Featured)
+- Start LinkedIn newsletter
+
+**Daily Time Investment: 45-60 minutes**
+- Engagement routine remains consistent
+- Posting time reduced (content pre-created)
+- Add DM relationship building
+
+---
+
+### Realistic Growth Expectations
+
+| Timeline | Followers | Phase |
+|----------|-----------|-------|
+| Month 1-3 | 500-2,000 | Finding voice, algorithm learning, experimentation |
+| Month 4-6 | 2,000-5,000 | Algorithm recognizes consistency, network effects begin |
+| Month 7-9 | 5,000-15,000 | Compounding kicks in, collaborations amplify |
+| Month 10-12 | 15,000-30,000+ | Monetization opportunities, inbound business |
+
+### The Compound Effect Reality
+
+Most creators quit in first 90 days. Examples of long-term commitment:
+- Justin Welsh: 4 years to 750,000 followers
+- Adam Robinson: 4 years daily posting before viral momentum
+- Lea Turner: 2.5 years from 400 to 150,000 followers
+
+**The winners commit to years, not weeks.**
+
+---
+
+## The 1K to 10K Growth Roadmap
+
+The 90-day system covers 0-2K followers. This section provides the roadmap from 1,000 to 10,000 followers.
+
+### Why 10K Matters
+
+**The 10K threshold unlocks:**
+- Speaking opportunities start appearing
+- Consulting inquiries become regular
+- LinkedIn Creator Mode features
+- Guest posting/collaboration requests
+- Media interview opportunities
+- Course/workshop viability
+
+**Reality:** 10K isn't a vanity metric - it's a credibility threshold that opens doors.
+
+---
+
+### Phase 1: Foundation (1K → 3K)
+
+**Timeline:** Months 1-4
+
+**Where you are:**
+- Algorithm barely knows you
+- Network is mostly existing contacts
+- Content still experimental
+- Voice not yet fully developed
+
+**Key Activities:**
+
+| Activity | Frequency | Purpose |
+|----------|-----------|---------|
+| Core expertise posts | 3-5x/week | Algorithm learning |
+| Strategic commenting | Daily 20 min | Network expansion |
+| Profile optimization | Monthly review | 360Brew validation |
+| Content experimentation | Ongoing | Finding what works |
+
+**Growth Levers:**
+1. Topical consistency - Pick 3 topics, stick to them religiously
+2. First-hour engagement - 5x5x5 before every post
+3. Comment quality - 15+ word comments on larger creators
+4. Profile alignment - About section matches content topics
+
+**Milestone Markers:**
+- [ ] 100+ engagements on a single post
+- [ ] First "viral" post (10x normal reach)
+- [ ] 10+ consistent commenters
+- [ ] 5+ inbound connection requests per week
+- [ ] First collaboration inquiry
+
+**Expected timeline:** 3-4 months with consistent effort
+**Growth rate:** 100-200 new followers/month
+
+---
+
+### Phase 2: Acceleration (3K → 6K)
+
+**Timeline:** Months 5-8
+
+**Where you are:**
+- Algorithm recognizes your expertise
+- Some posts break into broader network
+- Voice is established
+- Patterns are emerging
+
+**Key Activities:**
+
+| Activity | Frequency | Purpose |
+|----------|-----------|---------|
+| Core expertise posts | 4-5x/week | Authority building |
+| LinkedIn Articles | 1-2x/month | SEO and depth |
+| Strategic collaborations | 1x/month | Network expansion |
+| DM relationship building | 5-10/week | Inner circle growth |
+| Content repurposing | Weekly | Maximize each idea |
+
+**Growth Levers:**
+1. Collaboration strategy - Partner with complementary creators
+2. Format diversification - Add carousels, documents, video
+3. Article SEO - Long-form content for search discovery
+4. Newsletter launch - Build owned audience (if ready)
+5. Community engagement - Active in industry conversations
+
+**Milestone Markers:**
+- [ ] First speaking invitation
+- [ ] First paid opportunity (any kind)
+- [ ] 50+ consistent commenters
+- [ ] 20+ inbound connection requests per week
+- [ ] Post reaching 10,000+ views
+- [ ] First media mention or interview request
+
+**Expected timeline:** 3-4 months with elevated effort
+**Growth rate:** 200-400 new followers/month
+
+---
+
+### Phase 3: Authority (6K → 10K)
+
+**Timeline:** Months 9-12
+
+**Where you are:**
+- Known in your niche
+- Posts regularly reach beyond network
+- Inbound opportunities emerging
+- Content machine running smoothly
+
+**Key Activities:**
+
+| Activity | Frequency | Purpose |
+|----------|-----------|---------|
+| Core expertise posts | 3-5x/week | Maintain authority |
+| Thought leadership pieces | 2-3x/month | Differentiation |
+| Speaking/podcasts | Monthly | Off-platform visibility |
+| Collaboration amplification | 2x/month | Network leverage |
+| Lead magnets | Create 1-2 | Funnel building |
+
+**Growth Levers:**
+1. Original insights - Move from sharing to creating knowledge
+2. Cross-platform presence - Podcast appearances, guest posts
+3. Community building - Create spaces for your audience
+4. Signature frameworks - Develop proprietary methodologies
+5. Strategic scarcity - Be selective about collaborations
+
+**Milestone Markers:**
+- [ ] Multiple speaking engagements completed
+- [ ] Regular consulting inquiries
+- [ ] 100+ consistent commenters
+- [ ] Posts regularly exceed 20,000 views
+- [ ] Industry recognition (awards, features, mentions)
+- [ ] First major monetization success
+
+**Expected timeline:** 3-4 months with strategic focus
+**Growth rate:** 300-500 new followers/month
+
+---
+
+## Critical Success Factors by Phase
+
+| Factor | Phase 1 (1K-3K) | Phase 2 (3K-6K) | Phase 3 (6K-10K) |
+|--------|-----------------|-----------------|------------------|
+| Posting frequency | High (consistency) | High (authority) | Moderate (quality) |
+| Engagement time | 30 min/day | 45 min/day | 30 min/day |
+| Content type | Posts only | Posts + articles | All formats |
+| Collaboration | None | Starting | Active |
+| Monetization | None | Experimenting | Building |
+| Off-platform | None | Starting | Regular |
+
+---
+
+## Common Stall Points
+
+### Stuck at 1,500-2,000
+- **Diagnosis:** Inconsistent posting or topic scatter
+- **Fix:** Double down on core topics, increase frequency
+
+### Stuck at 3,000-4,000
+- **Diagnosis:** Lacking differentiation or collaboration
+- **Fix:** Develop unique angle, start strategic partnerships
+
+### Stuck at 5,000-6,000
+- **Diagnosis:** Plateaued in current network
+- **Fix:** Cross-platform visibility, speaking engagements
+
+### Stuck at 8,000-9,000
+- **Diagnosis:** Authority not converting to growth
+- **Fix:** Create more shareable content, develop signature frameworks
+
+---
+
+## The 1K to 10K Timeline Reality
+
+| Path | Timeline |
+|------|----------|
+| Best case (all factors aligned) | 8-10 months |
+| Typical case (consistent effort) | 12-18 months |
+| Slower path (2-3x/week) | 18-24 months |
+
+### What Accelerates
+
+- Existing large network in target industry
+- Strong offline credentials
+- High-quality collaborations
+- Viral content (unpredictable)
+- Cross-platform visibility
+
+### What Slows
+
+- Inconsistent posting
+- Topic scatter
+- Low engagement effort
+- Poor profile-content alignment
+- Ignoring analytics feedback
+
+---
+
+## Measuring Progress
+
+### Track Monthly
+
+| Metric | 1K-3K Target | 3K-6K Target | 6K-10K Target |
+|--------|--------------|--------------|---------------|
+| New followers/month | 100-200 | 200-400 | 300-500 |
+| Avg engagement rate | 3-4% | 4-5% | 4-6% |
+| Profile views/week | 50-100 | 100-200 | 200-400 |
+| Connection requests/week | 10-20 | 20-40 | 40-80 |
+| Inbound opportunities | 0-1/month | 1-3/month | 3-5/month |
+
+### Quarterly Reviews
+
+1. Am I on track for my phase?
+2. What's working best?
+3. What should I stop doing?
+4. Who should I collaborate with next?
+5. What opportunities am I generating?