hook-stack-evaluator

Evaluate hooks with a five-layer scorecard and generate improved alternatives.

Updated Apr 10, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/GavinTPA/ai-powerhouse-starter --skill hook-stack-evaluator-gavintpa
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: hook-stack-evaluator
Source: https://github.com/GavinTPA/ai-powerhouse-starter/tree/main/my-skills/hook-stack-evaluator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/GavinTPA/ai-powerhouse-starter --skill hook-stack-evaluator-gavintpa

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The Hook Stack Evaluator stops guesswork by diagnosing why a headline, opening line, or video intro fails to earn attention and by providing concrete, actionable improvements to increase engagement.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Five-layer Hook Stack framework that evaluates Earn the Stop, Start at the End, The Three C's (Clarity, Context, Curiosity), Speak Their Lingo, and Make It Yours.
  • Dual-mode operation: Interactive mode for human-in-the-loop refinement and Automatic mode for agent/pipeline calls that auto-improves weak hooks.
  • Outputs a standardized Hook Scorecard with layer-level scores (1-3), concise feedback, and generates 3 improved alternatives when the total score is below the ready threshold (< 12/15).
  • Platform-aware guidance for video, newsletter, social posts, and carousels; designed to integrate with newsletter-writer or other agents that pass audience context.

Quick Start

Evaluate the hook "Your hook here" and return the Hook Scorecard with layer scores, brief feedback, and three improved alternatives if the total score is below 12.

Frequently Asked Questions about hook-stack-evaluator

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

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How do I evaluate and score my headline or video intro for higher engagement?

To evaluate a hook, you can use a five-layer framework that scores Earn the Stop, Start at the End, The Three C's, Speak Their Lingo, and Make It Yours. This generates a Hook Scorecard with layer-level scores to diagnose attention-driving weaknesses.

What is the best way to improve weak social media hooks automatically?

The best way to improve weak hooks automatically is using an agent mode that auto-generates three audience-appropriate alternatives when the total score falls below the 12/15 ready threshold. This pipeline-driven approach provides concrete improvements.

Does the hook scoring framework work for newsletters and carousels?

Yes, the hook scoring framework works for newsletters and carousels, as well as video intros and social captions. It provides platform-aware guidance and integrates with agents passing audience context for tailored evaluation.

How do I refine copywriting hooks step by step in interactive mode?

To refine copywriting hooks in interactive mode, input your headline or opening line to receive a five-layer Hook Scorecard. You then apply the concise feedback human-in-the-loop to iteratively sharpen the hook.

Why does my opening line fail to earn attention and stop viewers?

Your opening line fails to earn attention and stop viewers because it lacks strength in specific framework layers like Clarity, Context, Curiosity, or Speak Their Lingo. A Hook Scorecard diagnoses these exact weaknesses to provide actionable improvements.