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How to Write a Hook for a YouTube Script?

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TL;DR

Hook first in script. 15–25 words. No preamble.

Short Answer

Open the script with the hook. No preamble. Question, claim, or story. 15–25 words. The hook should be the first thing you say. Then support it in the intro.

Examples

  • What if I told you...
  • The one mistake everyone makes...
  • I lost $X doing this...

Tips

  1. 1.Hook = first line of script
  2. 2.No intro before hook
  3. 3.15–25 words

Quick Tips

First lineNo preamble15–25 words

Common Mistakes

  • Intro before hook
  • Hook too long
  • Generic opener

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FAQ

Where does the hook go in a script?
First. Before any intro or context.
How long should a script hook be?
15–25 words. One sentence.

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