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name: newsletter-generation description: Create professional newsletters with curated content, compelling layouts, and engaging copy. Trigger on queries like "create newsletter", "write newsletter", "weekly digest", "monthly update", or "email newsletter".

Newsletter Generation Skill

Overview

This skill creates professional newsletters with structured content, engaging copy, and appropriate formatting. Use it when the user needs to produce email newsletters, company updates, or content digests.

When to Use This Skill

• User asks to create or write a newsletter
• User needs a weekly/monthly digest
• User wants to compile news or updates into a newsletter format
• User requests an email campaign draft
• User needs a company or product update newsletter

Newsletter Structure

1. Header Section

• Newsletter title/brand name
• Issue number and date
• Brief tagline or subtitle

2. Hero/Feature Story

• Main headline with compelling hook
• Summary paragraph (2-3 sentences)
• Call-to-action link
• Optional hero image description

3. Content Sections

• News & Updates: Latest developments
• Featured Article: In-depth piece
• Tips & How-tos: Practical advice
• Industry Trends: Market insights
• Product Updates: New features/releases
• Community Spotlight: User stories

4. Supporting Content

• Quick links / resource roundup
• Upcoming events or dates
• Social media highlights
• Statistics or data points

5. Footer

• Unsubscribe link reminder
• Contact information
• Social media links
• Legal disclaimers

Writing Guidelines

Tone & Style

• Professional yet approachable
• Scannable with clear headings
• Action-oriented language
• Consistent brand voice

Best Practices

• Subject line: Craft compelling, concise subject lines (40-60 chars)
• Preview text: Write engaging preview text
• Length: Keep total content under 500 words for engagement
• Links: Include 3-5 key call-to-action links
• Personalization: Use merge tags where appropriate
• Mobile-friendly: Design for mobile-first reading

Content Sourcing

• Research recent news in the relevant domain
• Curate from multiple credible sources
• Include original insights and analysis
• Credit sources appropriately

Output Formats

• HTML email template (default)
• Markdown for content management
• Plain text fallback version

Notes

• Consider audience segmentation
• A/B test subject lines when possible
• Include alt text for images
• Maintain consistent sending schedule
• Follow email marketing regulations (CAN-SPAM, GDPR)