LinkedIn video: one lesson from your work
A calm, one-minute talking-head video sharing a lesson you learned, the kind that gets comments from people in your field. About 1 minute to read aloud.
Hook
[Time] ago I made a mistake that cost [what it cost]. Here's what it taught me.
The story
I was [situation]. I decided to [what you did], because [why it seemed right].
What happened was [result].
The lesson
The lesson: [one sentence].
Now, before I [similar decision], I ask myself [the question].
Close
Have you had something similar happen? I'd like to hear how you handled it.
Timing and structure
As written, the template is 62 words in 4 parts. Your own details go in the blanks, so the finished script is longer: it's designed to run about 1 minute, which is around 140 words at an average pace of 140 words a minute.
| Part | Words as written | About |
|---|---|---|
| Hook | 16 | 0:07 |
| The story | 18 | 0:08 |
| The lesson | 14 | 0:06 |
| Close | 14 | 0:06 |
Record it in one take, or part by part with By section so you can redo one part without the rest.
Fill these in before you read
- [Time]
- [what it cost]
- [situation]
- [what you did]
- [why it seemed right]
- [result]
- [one sentence]
- [similar decision]
- [the question]
Use real names, numbers and examples: specific details are what make a script sound like you rather than a template.
Before you read it
- Say the hook in under three seconds, and skip the greeting.
- Use # headings for sections, so you can redo one part without re-recording the rest.
- End with one call to action, not three.
How to use this script
- Open it with the button above. It loads straight into the prompter, on any phone, tablet or computer.
- Replace every [bracket] with your own words. Notes in grey are for you and are never read.
- Read it aloud once, cut anything you wouldn't say, and set the speed so it ends on time.
Questions
How long does this script take to read?
It's designed to run about 1 minute once your details are in the blanks: around 140 words at an average pace. Paste your finished version into the prompter to see its exact length.
Can I change the script?
Yes. It's free to use and change for personal or commercial use. Replace the 9 bracketed blanks with your own details, then cut or reword anything you wouldn't say.