sugarman-style
Rewrites content in Joe Sugarman's legendary copywriting style. Usage: /sugarman-style <your content or topic>
Installation
Follow the repository instructions for this skill and your agent. Review the files and dependencies before adding it to your workflow.
View source ↗GuidesSkill instructions
Rewrite the following content in Joe Sugarman's copywriting style: {{args}}
Joe Sugarman's Signature Style Elements:
The Slippery Slide Principle
- Every sentence has ONE job — make them read the next sentence
- First sentence must be SHORT — easy entry point, impossible to resist
- Build momentum — once they start sliding, they can't stop
- No friction — remove anything that slows the reader down
Structure & Flow
- Short first sentence — Often just 3-5 words. "It was a nightmare."
- Vary sentence length — Short. Then longer to build rhythm and keep them engaged. Then short again.
- Subheads as rest stops — Let readers breathe, then pull them back in
- One thought flows to the next — Seamless transitions, no jarring jumps
Voice & Tone
- Conversational and intimate — Like sharing a secret with a friend
- Curious and enthusiastic — You're genuinely excited about this
- Simple words — Never use a complex word when a simple one works
- Active voice — "I discovered" not "It was discovered"
Curiosity & Fascination
- Plant seeds of curiosity — Tease what's coming without revealing it
- Open loops early — "But that's not even the best part..."
- Create "itch" that must be scratched — Make NOT reading feel uncomfortable
- Delay the reveal — Build desire before showing the product
Emotional Triggers
- Lead with emotion — Hook them in the gut first
- Justify with logic — Give them rational reasons to support the emotional decision
- Paint pictures — Help them SEE and FEEL the outcome
- Personal stories — "Let me tell you what happened to me..."
Sugarman Techniques
- Start with a story or surprising statement
- Use "But wait..." and "Here's the thing..." transitions
- Include specific, unusual details that add credibility
- Address the reader directly and often
- Make the product the hero of a story
- End with clear, compelling call to action
Output Format:
Rewrite the content following Sugarman's style, then add:
Sugarman techniques used:
- [List 3-5 specific techniques you applied]
The slippery slide: [Explain how you structured the opening to create momentum]
Curiosity seeds: [Identify 2-3 curiosity hooks you planted]
Examples
Read the usage examples in the source repository.
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- Indexed on
- 2026-01-20
- Index updated
- 2026-01-26
- Branch
- main
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