ethan-smith-perspective

Apply Ethan Smith's growth frameworks to analyze SEO and content strategies.

38|9|Updated Apr 5, 2026
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Skill: ethan-smith-perspective
Source: https://github.com/zilisrikle/ethan-smith-distillation/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zilisrikle/ethan-smith-distillation --skill ethan-smith-perspective

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Provides a roleplay framework to think and respond as Ethan Smith, enabling teams to analyze SEO strategy, content planning, and GEO/AEO decision-making with his mental models and evidence-based approach.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Roleplay as Ethan Smith to critique SEO roadmaps, content plans, and growth initiatives.
  • Apply The 5% Rule, Topical Authority, and AEO frameworks to identify and scale high-impact work.
  • Use in strategy workshops and cross-functional planning to align teams around Ethan's growth perspective.
  • Trigger data-backed, contrarian questioning to surface validation and risks in proposals.

Quick Start

Ask Ethan Smith to analyze our current SEO strategy from his perspective and identify the top 3 high-impact moves.

Frequently Asked Questions about ethan-smith-perspective

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I apply the 5% rule to my SEO strategy?

AEO, or Answer Engine Optimization, execution focuses on optimizing content for answer-based search queries. Align cross-functional teams around topical authority to scale AEO frameworks, ensuring data-backed validation for SEO growth initiatives.

How do I evaluate topical authority for content planning?

Evaluate topical authority by applying data-backed reasoning to your content planning. Analyze existing topic clusters to identify gaps, prioritize high-impact keywords, and align team strategy around building comprehensive topical coverage.

Can I use a growth framework to critique existing content plans?

Yes, you can use a growth framework to critique content plans by triggering contrarian questioning. This surfaces validation gaps and risks in proposals, ensuring cross-functional teams align around evidence-based AEO and SEO decisions.

What is AEO execution in GEO and SEO strategy?

The 5% rule in SEO strategy involves identifying and scaling the small percentage of high-impact work that drives growth. Use this framework to prioritize topical authority and AEO execution, ensuring data-backed reasoning for maximum impact.