refactor(linkedin): merge templates into quick (S15)

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/CLAUDE.md

@@ -44,8 +44,7 @@ All content commands (post, quick, react, pipeline, first-post, video, multiplat
 | `/linkedin:setup` | Guided personalization setup |
 | `/linkedin:react` | URL-to-post pipeline |
 | `/linkedin:post` | Full post creation (10-15 min) |
-| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post (3-line formula) |
+| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post (3-line formula) + 8 post-type templates |
-| `/linkedin:templates` | Browse/apply post templates |
 | `/linkedin:pipeline` | Full end-to-end content pipeline |
 | `/linkedin:batch` | Create a full week of content |
 | `/linkedin:calendar` | View/manage post scheduling queue |

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/README.md

@@ -139,8 +139,7 @@ All 26 commands use colon notation: `/linkedin:post`, `/linkedin:quick`, etc.
 | Command | Description |
 |---------|-------------|
 | `/linkedin:post` | Full interactive post creation with angle selection, format choice, and refinement. Best for substantial posts (1,200-1,800 characters). |
-| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post using the 3-line formula. Target: 150-500 characters. Best for reactions, observations, tips, and questions. |
+| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post using the 3-line formula. Target: 150-500 characters. Best for reactions, observations, tips, and questions. Also the single entry point for the 8 post-type templates (fill-in-the-blank structures). |
-| `/linkedin:templates` | Browse and apply proven post templates. 8 post types with fill-in-the-blank structures. |
 | `/linkedin:pipeline` | Full end-to-end content pipeline from idea to published post. Guides through ideation, drafting, optimization, scheduling, pre-engagement, publishing, and post-analysis. |
 | `/linkedin:batch` | Create a full week of LinkedIn content in one session. Input one theme, output 3-5 posts with varying angles and formats. Writes to scheduling queue. |
 | `/linkedin:calendar` | View and manage the post scheduling queue — upcoming, overdue, published. |

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/commands/linkedin.md

@@ -74,8 +74,7 @@ Present these options to the user:
 |---------|---------|
 | `/linkedin:post` | Full post creation with angle selection, format choice, and refinement |
 | `/linkedin:react` | React to a URL (article, news, research) and turn it into a post |
-| `/linkedin:quick` | Fast 5-minute post using the 3-line formula |
+| `/linkedin:quick` | Fast 5-minute post using the 3-line formula (also the 8 post-type templates) |
-| `/linkedin:templates` | Browse and apply proven post templates |
 | `/linkedin:pipeline` | Full end-to-end workflow from idea to post-publish analysis |
 | `/linkedin:carousel` | Create structured multi-slide carousel with visual layout guidance |
 | `/linkedin:video` | Create video scripts with hook, body, CTA, captions, and thumbnail suggestions |
@@ -171,7 +170,7 @@ If the user's intent is clear from context:
 - Mentions "not working" or "low reach" → Route to `/linkedin:analyze`
 - Mentions "strategy" or "growth plan" → Route to `/linkedin:strategy`
 - Mentions "carousel" or "slides" or "slide deck" or "pdf post" or "swipe" or "document post" → Route to `/linkedin:carousel`
-- Mentions "template" → Route to `/linkedin:templates`
+- Mentions "template" → Route to `/linkedin:quick`
 - Mentions "audit" or "review strategy" → Route to `/linkedin:audit`
 - Mentions "authority" or "signature content" → Route to `/linkedin:authority`
 - Mentions "competitive" or "learn from others" → Route to `/linkedin:competitive`

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/commands/quick.md

@@ -3,9 +3,13 @@ name: linkedin:quick
 description: |
   5-minute quick post creation using the 3-line formula. For fast posts when you have
   a quick observation, reaction, tip, or question. Target: 150-500 characters.
-  Use when the user needs to post quickly or has a simple insight to share.
+  Also the single entry point for the 8 post-type templates (reaction, quick tip,
+  observation, hot take, failure, question, curation, one-liner).
+  Use when the user needs to post quickly, has a simple insight to share, or wants
+  a proven template structure.
   Triggers on: "quick linkedin post", "fast post", "quick thought", "5 minute post",
-  "simple linkedin post", "short post".
+  "simple linkedin post", "short post", "post template", "give me a template",
+  "post structure", "fill in the blank post".
 allowed-tools:
   - Read
   - Bash
@@ -50,6 +54,12 @@ Infer the post type from context — do NOT present a menu. Use these signals:
 
 Only ask if truly ambiguous (no discernible intent). Otherwise, state: "This reads as a [TYPE] — proceeding with that format."
 
+These 8 post types ARE the template library. Each maps to a hook pattern (Step 3),
+an auto-selected CTA (Step 4), and a full fill-in-the-blank structure with per-type
+character targets in `assets/templates/post-type-templates.md`. If the user explicitly
+wants to browse template structures rather than draft now, present that asset's
+per-type structures and let them pick before applying the 3-line formula.
+
 ## Step 2: Apply 3-Line Formula
 
 Use this structure for all quick posts:

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/commands/templates.md

@@ -1,338 +0,0 @@
----
-name: linkedin:templates
-description: |
-  Browse and apply proven LinkedIn post templates. Quick access to 8 post types with
-  fill-in-the-blank structures. Use when the user knows what type of post they want
-  but needs a starting structure. Triggers on: "post template", "linkedin template",
-  "give me a template", "post structure", "fill in the blank post".
-allowed-tools:
-  - Read
-  - AskUserQuestion
----
-
-# LinkedIn Post Templates
-
-You are a LinkedIn template assistant. Help the user select and apply the right template for their content.
-
-## Load Context
-
-Read these files for templates and examples:
-- `assets/templates/post-type-templates.md` - Complete template library
-- `assets/quick-post-resources.md` - Hooks and CTAs bank
-- `skills/linkedin-thought-leadership/SKILL.md` - User's voice profile
-
-## Available Templates
-
-Present the template options:
-
-**Which type of post do you want to create?**
-
-| Template | Best For | Example Trigger |
-|----------|----------|-----------------|
-| 1. Reaction Post | News, changes, trends | "Something just happened in my industry" |
-| 2. Quick Tip Post | Shortcuts, fixes, learnings | "I discovered something useful" |
-| 3. Observation Post | Patterns, connections | "I've been noticing something" |
-| 4. Hot Take Post | Contrarian opinions | "I disagree with conventional wisdom" |
-| 5. Failure/Mistake Post | Lessons from errors | "Something went wrong" |
-| 6. Question Post | Gathering perspectives | "I want to hear from others" |
-| 7. Curation Post | Sharing others' content | "I found something worth sharing" |
-| 8. One-Liner Post | Punchy insights | "I have a single powerful statement" |
-
-Use AskUserQuestion to let them choose, or infer from their input.
-
----
-
-## Template 1: Reaction Post
-
-**Use when:** News drops, something changes in your industry, you see a trend emerging.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-[Industry event/news - state what happened]
-
-My take: [Your perspective in 1-2 sentences]
-
-[Question for audience OR prediction about what this means]
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-Microsoft dropped a new Copilot update yesterday.
-
-Here's what caught my attention: [specific feature]
-finally addresses [common complaint].
-
-Has anyone tested it yet? Curious if the reality
-matches the promise.
-```
-
-**Character target:** 200-400 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 2: Quick Tip Post
-
-**Use when:** You learned something useful, found a shortcut, discovered a fix.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-[Bold claim about the tip]
-
-Here's why: [Brief explanation - 1-2 sentences]
-
-[How to apply it OR invitation to share their version]
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-The 2-minute rule changed how I handle [task].
-
-If it takes less than 2 minutes, do it now.
-Seems obvious, but I resisted for years.
-
-Now my [specific result] is [specific improvement].
-```
-
-**Character target:** 200-400 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 3: Observation Post
-
-**Use when:** You noticed a pattern, saw something interesting, made a connection.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-I've noticed [pattern/trend].
-
-[Evidence or example - specific, concrete]
-
-Anyone else seeing this?
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-I've noticed that the AI projects that actually
-ship have something in common:
-
-They start with a problem, not a technology.
-
-Simple, but I see the opposite approach fail
-constantly. Anyone else?
-```
-
-**Character target:** 150-350 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 4: Hot Take Post
-
-**Use when:** You disagree with common wisdom, have a controversial opinion, want to start debate.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-Unpopular opinion: [Your take]
-
-[Why you believe this - 1-2 sentences]
-
-Change my mind.
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-Unpopular opinion: Most "AI strategies" are
-just vendor slide decks with your logo added.
-
-Real strategy requires understanding your
-problems before browsing solutions.
-
-Fight me.
-```
-
-**Character target:** 150-300 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 5: Failure/Mistake Post
-
-**Use when:** Something went wrong, you made an error, you learned from a mistake.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-I made a mistake with [topic/project].
-
-Here's what went wrong: [Brief explanation]
-
-Lesson learned: [What you'd do differently]
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-Launched a Copilot agent last month.
-Adoption rate: 12%.
-
-The mistake: We built what we thought users
-needed instead of asking them.
-
-Rebuilding with actual user input this time.
-```
-
-**Character target:** 200-400 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 6: Question Post
-
-**Use when:** You want to spark discussion, gather perspectives, learn from your network.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-[Context-setting statement]
-
-[Specific question]
-
-I'll share my thinking in the comments.
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-Talking to a lot of AI teams lately about
-governance frameworks.
-
-Genuine question: How do you balance
-"move fast" with "don't break things"?
-
-Share what's working (or not).
-```
-
-**Character target:** 150-300 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 7: Curation Post
-
-**Use when:** You found something worth sharing, want to add your perspective to existing content.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-[What you found/read/watched]
-
-[Your specific takeaway - not just "it was great"]
-
-[Link in comments or tag the creator]
-```
-
-**Example:**
-```
-Read [Author]'s piece on [topic] three times.
-
-The part that stuck: [specific quote or idea]
-
-This explains why [your connection to your work].
-
-Link in first comment.
-```
-
-**Character target:** 200-400 characters
-
----
-
-## Template 8: One-Liner Post
-
-**Use when:** You have a punchy insight that doesn't need explanation.
-
-**Structure:**
-```
-[Single powerful statement]
-```
-
-**Examples:**
-```
-The best processes are invisible.
-The worst processes require training.
-```
-
-```
-Every "AI transformation" I've seen succeed
-started with spreadsheets and post-its.
-```
-
-**Character target:** 50-150 characters
-
-**Note:** Use sparingly (1 in 10 posts). Requires established credibility.
-
----
-
-## Apply the Template
-
-After they choose a template:
-
-1. Ask what content/insight they want to put into the template
-2. Fill in the template with their specific content
-3. Match their voice profile from SKILL.md
-4. Provide the completed post with character count
-5. Offer one alternative version with different hook or angle
-
-## Template Selection by Angle
-
-If they describe their content but not which template:
-
-| Their Content | Recommended Template |
-|---------------|---------------------|
-| Industry news just dropped | Reaction Post |
-| Found a useful shortcut | Quick Tip Post |
-| Noticed a pattern | Observation Post |
-| Disagree with everyone | Hot Take Post |
-| Something went wrong | Failure/Mistake Post |
-| Want others' opinions | Question Post |
-| Found great content | Curation Post |
-| Have a punchy insight | One-Liner Post |
-
-## Hooks Bank by Template
-
-For each template, offer hook alternatives from `assets/quick-post-resources.md`:
-
-**Reaction hooks:**
-- "[Event] just happened. Here's what it means:"
-- "My take on [news]:"
-
-**Tip hooks:**
-- "Stop [common mistake]. Here's why:"
-- "Wish I knew this earlier about [topic]:"
-
-**Observation hooks:**
-- "There's a pattern I keep seeing:"
-- "I've noticed [pattern]. Anyone else?"
-
-**Hot take hooks:**
-- "Unpopular opinion: [take]"
-- "What everyone gets wrong about [topic]:"
-
-**Failure hooks:**
-- "I made a mistake with [topic]:"
-- "[Metric] - here's what went wrong:"
-
-**Question hooks:**
-- "Genuine question: [specific question]"
-- "How do you handle [challenge]?"
-
-**Curation hooks:**
-- "Best thing I've read this week on [topic]:"
-- "[Creator] nailed something I've been thinking about:"
-
-## Quality Check After Applying
-
-Verify the completed post:
-
-- [ ] Hook works in 140 characters
-- [ ] On-topic for their expertise
-- [ ] Clear value delivered
-- [ ] Ends with engagement prompt
-- [ ] Matches their voice profile
-- [ ] No external links in body
-
-## Reference Files
-
-- `assets/templates/post-type-templates.md` - Full template library with examples
-- `assets/quick-post-resources.md` - Hooks and CTAs bank
-- `references/engagement-frameworks.md` - Hook psychology and CTA patterns

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/skills/linkedin-content-creation/SKILL.md

@@ -31,8 +31,7 @@ This skill covers everything related to creating LinkedIn content -- from quick
 | Command | Purpose | When to Use |
 |---------|---------|-------------|
 | `/linkedin:post` | Full post creation (10-15 min workflow) | Substantial posts (1,200-1,800 chars) |
-| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post (3-line formula) | Fast posts (150-500 chars) |
+| `/linkedin:quick` | 5-minute quick post (3-line formula) + 8 post-type templates | Fast posts (150-500 chars), or when you want template structure |
-| `/linkedin:templates` | Browse/apply post templates | When you want structure |
 | `/linkedin:pipeline` | Full end-to-end content pipeline | Idea to published post |
 | `/linkedin:batch` | Create a full week of content | Sunday content prep |
 | `/linkedin:multiplatform` | Adapt content for other platforms (short-form/cross-format) | Cross-posting |

plugins/linkedin-thought-leadership/skills/linkedin-thought-leadership/SKILL.md

@@ -24,7 +24,7 @@ This plugin uses **6 focused skills**. This main skill contains shared knowledge
 
 | Skill | Domain | Key Commands |
 |-------|--------|--------------|
-| **linkedin-content-creation** | Post creation, templates, batch, pipeline, video, long-form | `/linkedin:post`, `/linkedin:quick`, `/linkedin:templates`, `/linkedin:batch`, `/linkedin:pipeline`, `/linkedin:multiplatform`, `/linkedin:video`, `/linkedin:newsletter` |
+| **linkedin-content-creation** | Post creation, templates, batch, pipeline, video, long-form | `/linkedin:post`, `/linkedin:quick`, `/linkedin:batch`, `/linkedin:pipeline`, `/linkedin:multiplatform`, `/linkedin:video`, `/linkedin:newsletter` |
 | **linkedin-analytics** | Analysis, reporting, import, troubleshooting | `/linkedin:analyze`, `/linkedin:audit`, `/linkedin:import`, `/linkedin:report` |
 | **linkedin-strategy** | Growth, authority, competitive, monetization | `/linkedin:strategy`, `/linkedin:authority`, `/linkedin:competitive`, `/linkedin:monetize` |
 | **linkedin-networking** | Engagement, collaborations, speaking | `/linkedin:speaking`, `/linkedin:collab` |
@@ -126,7 +126,6 @@ These rules apply to ALL content created by any skill or command:
 | `/linkedin:analyze` | Content/performance analysis |
 | `/linkedin:ab-test` | Design and manage A/B content tests |
 | `/linkedin:strategy` | Growth strategy planning |
-| `/linkedin:templates` | Browse/apply post templates |
 | `/linkedin:import` | Import CSV export to structured JSON |
 | `/linkedin:report` | Generate weekly performance report |
 | `/linkedin:batch` | Create a full week of content |