build-backlinks

Find backlink and brand mention opportunities across online communities and score them by GEO impact.

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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/onvoyage-ai/gtm-engineer-skills --skill build-backlinks
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: build-backlinks
Source: https://github.com/onvoyage-ai/gtm-engineer-skills/tree/main/build-backlinks
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/onvoyage-ai/gtm-engineer-skills --skill build-backlinks

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill finds free, high-impact backlink and brand mention opportunities across Hacker News, Quora, GitHub, directories, and niche communities and converts them into a ready-to-execute outreach plan that drives citations and discoverability in AI engines.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Channel Research: Locates specific threads, pages, and listings where the brand or competitors are discussed and captures exact URLs and visibility signals.
  • Scoring & Prioritization: Ranks opportunities by GEO impact, effort, and relevance to surface Quick Wins, High Value items, and Long Play opportunities.
  • Ready-to-Post Drafts: Produces platform-tailored, helpful responses and listing copy (HN, Quora, Reddit, directories, GitHub) and notes community rules and disclosure needs.
  • Action Plan & Tracking: Compiles a structured backlink_plan.md with time horizons, recurring actions, and a tracking table for execution and follow-up.

Quick Start

Generate a prioritized workspace/<customer-name>/backlink_plan.md from the provided brand_dna.md and any published content URLs, focusing first on Quick Wins that fit my time budget.

Frequently Asked Questions about build-backlinks

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find free backlink opportunities across communities like Hacker News and Quora?

You can find free backlink opportunities by scanning platforms like Hacker News, Quora, GitHub, and niche directories for brand or competitor mentions. The Skill identifies exact URLs, scores them by GEO impact, effort, and relevance, and outputs a prioritized outreach plan.

How do I create an outreach plan for brand mentions that improves GEO visibility?

To create a GEO-focused outreach plan, input your brand DNA and content architecture files. The Skill scores discovered URLs by GEO impact, categorizes them into Quick Wins and Long Plays, and generates a structured backlink_plan.md with tracking tables.

Can I generate ready-to-post drafts for backlink outreach without writing them manually?

Yes, you can generate ready-to-post drafts tailored for platforms like Hacker News, Quora, and GitHub. The Skill produces helpful, platform-specific response and listing copy while noting community rules and disclosure requirements to ensure compliance.

What is the best way to prioritize SEO backlinks by effort and impact?

The best way to prioritize SEO backlinks is by scoring each opportunity on GEO impact, required effort, and topical relevance. This surfaces Quick Wins for immediate action alongside High Value items and Long Plays for sustained strategy.

Do I need brand DNA files to use a backlink outreach planner?

Yes, you need input files like brand_dna.md, content_architecture.md, or geo_prompt_targets.md. The Skill reads these files to align outreach drafts and scoring with your established brand identity, content structure, and GEO workflow.

How does brand mention tracking work for go-to-market and GEO workflows?

Brand mention tracking works by locating specific threads and pages where your brand or competitors are discussed, capturing exact URLs and visibility signals. These mentions are compiled into a structured markdown plan with time horizons and recurring actions for execution tracking.