How to Grab Attention in 3 Seconds (Or Less)
"If You Don’t Hook Them Fast, They’re Gone – Here’s How to Fix It"
Ever wonder why some content blows up with engagement, while yours gets ignored?
It’s not because of the algorithm—it’s because of weak hooks.
The reality?
People decide in 3 seconds whether to keep watching, reading, or scrolling away.
So if you’re not grabbing attention IMMEDIATELY, you’re losing business.
Here’s how to fix it.
1. Start With a Bold Statement or Question
Your first sentence should stop people in their tracks.
Examples:
“You’re making this HUGE mistake in your business…”
“If you’re struggling with sales, you need to hear this.”
“This one shift changed my entire business—will it work for you?”
2. Create a Curiosity Gap
Make them think, “Wait, what? I need to know more!”
❌ Boring: “Here’s how to improve your marketing.”
✅ Magnetic: “Most people ruin their marketing without realizing it—are you one of them?”
3. Make It About THEM, Not You
People don’t care about you—they care about how you can help them.
Instead of: “I just launched a new coaching program!”
Try: “Here’s how to land clients WITHOUT chasing them.”
🚀 ACTION STEP: Look at your last 3 posts.
Do they have strong hooks?
If not, rewrite them using this formula.
💬 Comment below: What’s your BEST performing post, and what was the hook?
LaDonna McAbee
Networking Expert
