Agent skill

Lead Magnets

by coreyhaines31 in coreyhaines31/marketingskills

When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation.

MITAuto-check passedMarketing & SEO

Install Lead Magnets

skills CLI
$ npx skills add coreyhaines31/marketingskills --skill lead-magnets -a claude-code

Project install by default; add -g for ~/.claude/skills/.

GitHub CLI
$ gh skill install coreyhaines31/marketingskills lead-magnets --agent claude-code

Project scope by default; add --scope user for a personal install. Needs GitHub CLI 2.90.0 or later (public preview).

Manual copy
$ git clone --depth 1 https://github.com/coreyhaines31/marketingskills.git skills-src && mkdir -p .claude/skills && cp -r skills-src/skills/lead-magnets .claude/skills/lead-magnets && rm -rf skills-src

Use ~/.claude/skills/ instead of .claude/skills for a personal install. The folder must contain SKILL.md.

Claude Code skills documentation · loads skills from .claude/skills/

Facts

Skill name
lead-magnets
GitHub stars
54k
Used in
5 other repos
Token cost
~2.8k tokens
SKILL.md length
1,309 words
Files
7 (incl. references)
Skills in repo
21
Repo updated
First seen
Licence
MIT

At a glance

When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation.

  • Works in 12 steps: Business Context → Current Lead Generation → Content Assets → …
  • Wants to create
  • SKILL.md covers Before Planning, Lead Magnet Principles, Lead Magnet Types and Matching Lead Magnets to Buyer…, plus 3 more sections
  • Instructions only: no scripts, shell commands, URLs or credentials in SKILL.md

What it does

Lead Magnets is an agent skill from coreyhaines31/marketingskills. When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation. Also use when the user mentions "lead magnet," "gated content," "content upgrade," "downloadable," "ebook," "cheat sheet," "checklist," "template download," "opt-in," "freebie," "PDF download," "resource library," "content offer," "email capture content," "Notion template," "spreadsheet template," "what should I give away for emails," "course as a skill," or "package our content as an agent skill." Use this for…

Its SKILL.md is about 2.8k tokens, which your agent loads only when the skill is triggered. The skill folder holds 8 other files, including reference files (for example `evals/evals.json`, `references/benchmarks.md` and `references/content-to-skill-corpus-design.md`).

It sits in Marketing & SEO, covering Content marketing. It works with Notion. The repository describes itself as: Marketing skills for Claude Code and AI agents. CRO, copywriting, SEO, analytics, and growth engineering. The licence is MIT.

When your agent uses it

  • Wants to create
  • Optimize a lead magnet for email capture
  • Lead generation
  • The user mentions lead magnet

Example prompts

  • “lead magnet,”
  • “gated content,”
  • “content upgrade,”
  • “/lead-magnets”

Workflow steps

12 steps, taken from the step headings in SKILL.md.

  1. Business Context
  2. Current Lead Generation
  3. Content Assets
  4. Goals
  5. Solve a Specific Problem
  6. Match the Buyer Stage
  7. High Perceived Value, Low Time Investment
  8. Natural Path to Product
  9. Easy to Consume
  10. Lead Magnet Recommendation
  11. Content Outline
  12. Gating & Capture Plan

What it can do on your machine

Read from SKILL.md and the folder at commit 1efedbc. It shows what the files ask for, not the result of running them.

  • Tool permissions

    Pre-approves nothing: there is no allowed-tools line, so your agent's usual permission prompts apply.

    From allowed-tools in the SKILL.md frontmatter.

  • Runs code

    No scripts in the folder and no shell commands in SKILL.md.

    From the folder's file list and the shell code blocks in SKILL.md.

  • Network

    No URLs in SKILL.md.

    From URLs in SKILL.md, links to its own repository left out.

  • Credentials

    Names no API keys, tokens, secrets or passwords.

    From names ending in _API_KEY, _TOKEN, _SECRET, _KEY or _PASSWORD in SKILL.md.

Context cost

Lead Magnets loads about 2.8k tokens when it runs, and up to ~9.9k if it reads all its reference files. Until then it costs about 183 tokens; SKILL.md has 1,309 words of instructions outside code blocks.

Always · name and description, kept in context so the agent knows when to use it
~183
When it runs · the whole SKILL.md, loaded when a task matches
~2.8k
With references · SKILL.md plus every file in references/, read only if the agent opens them
~9.9k

Estimates: characters ÷ 4, the usual rule of thumb; real counts depend on the model's tokenizer. Scripts and assets cost tokens only if the agent reads them.

Safety

Auto-check passed

The automated check found no risky patterns in SKILL.md.

Automated static check — not a guarantee. Review scripts before installing. It scans the text of SKILL.md for risky patterns (piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files, hidden Unicode, destructive commands); files beside SKILL.md are not scanned.

SKILL.md

The full file from coreyhaines31/marketingskills at commit 1efedbc, republished under its MIT licence (© coreyhaines31). 1,309 words, ~2,813 tokens.

Download SKILL.mdSave it as .claude/skills/lead-magnets/SKILL.md (or your agent's skills folder). This skill also uses 6 other files; get the full folder from GitHub.
name
lead-magnets
description
When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation. Also use when the user mentions "lead magnet," "gated content," "content upgrade," "downloadable," "ebook," "cheat sheet," "checklist," "template download," "opt-in," "freebie," "PDF download," "resource library," "content offer," "email capture content," "Notion template," "spreadsheet template," "what should I give away for emails," "course as a skill," or "package our content as an agent skill." Use this for planning what to create and how to distribute it. For interactive tools as lead magnets, see free-tools. For writing the actual content, see copywriting. For the email sequence after capture, see emails.
metadata.version
2.1.0

Lead Magnets

You are an expert in lead magnet strategy. Your goal is to help plan lead magnets that capture emails, generate qualified leads, and naturally lead to product adoption.

Before Planning

Check for product marketing context first: If .agents/product-marketing.md exists (or .claude/product-marketing.md, or the legacy product-marketing-context.md filename, in older setups), read it before asking questions. Use that context and only ask for information not already covered or specific to this task.

Gather this context (ask if not provided):

1. Business Context
  • What does the company do?
  • Who is the ideal customer?
  • What problems does your product solve?
2. Current Lead Generation
  • How do you currently capture leads?
  • What lead magnets or offers do you have?
  • What's your current conversion rate on email capture?
3. Content Assets
  • What existing content could be repurposed? (blog posts, guides, data)
  • What expertise can you package?
  • What templates or tools do you use internally?
4. Goals
  • Primary goal: email list growth, lead quality, product education?
  • Target audience stage: awareness, consideration, or decision?
  • Timeline and resource constraints?

Lead Magnet Principles

1. Solve a Specific Problem
  • Address one clear pain point, not a broad topic
  • "How to write cold emails that get replies" > "Marketing guide"
2. Match the Buyer Stage
  • Awareness leads need education
  • Consideration leads need comparison and evaluation
  • Decision leads need implementation help
3. High Perceived Value, Low Time Investment
  • Should look like it's worth paying for
  • Consumable in under 30 minutes (ideally under 10)
  • Immediate, actionable takeaway
4. Natural Path to Product
  • Solves a problem your product also solves
  • Creates awareness of a gap your product fills
  • Demonstrates your expertise in the space
5. Easy to Consume
  • One clear format (don't mix ebook + video + spreadsheet)
  • Works on mobile
  • No special software required

Lead Magnet Types

TypeBest ForEffortTime to Create
ChecklistQuick wins, process stepsLow1-2 hours
Cheat sheetReference material, shortcutsLow2-4 hours
Template (doc/spreadsheet/Notion)Repeatable processes, workflowsLow-Med2-8 hours
Swipe fileInspiration, examplesMedium4-8 hours
Ebook/guideDeep education, authorityHigh1-3 weeks
Mini-course (email)Education + nurtureMedium1-2 weeks
Mini-course (video)Education + personalityHigh2-4 weeks
Quiz/assessmentSegmentation, engagementMedium1-2 weeks
WebinarAuthority, live engagementMedium1 week prep
Resource libraryOngoing value, return visitsHighOngoing
Free trial/community accessProduct experienceVariesVaries

For detailed creation guidance per format: See references/format-guide.md

Agent skills as a lead magnet: a course, webinar series, podcast, or newsletter archive you own can ship as an installable agent skill. See references/content-to-skill.md for rights checks, the extraction pilot, source-backed lessons, and release.


Matching Lead Magnets to Buyer Stage

Awareness Stage

Goal: Educate on the problem. Attract people who don't know you yet.

FormatExample
Checklist"10-Point Website Audit Checklist"
Cheat sheet"SEO Cheat Sheet for Beginners"
Ebook/guide"The Complete Guide to Email Marketing"
Quiz"What Type of Marketer Are You?"
Consideration Stage

Goal: Help evaluate solutions. Build trust and demonstrate expertise.

FormatExample
Comparison template"CRM Comparison Spreadsheet"
Assessment"Marketing Maturity Assessment"
Case study collection"5 Companies That 3x'd Their Pipeline"
Webinar"How to Choose the Right Analytics Tool"
Decision Stage

Goal: Help implement. Remove friction to purchase.

FormatExample
Template"Ready-to-Use Sales Email Templates"
Free trial"14-Day Free Trial"
Implementation guide"Migration Checklist: Switch in 30 Minutes"
ROI calculator"Calculate Your Savings" (→ see free-tools)

Gating Strategy

Gating Options
ApproachWhen to UseTrade-off
Full gateHigh-value content, bottom-funnelMax capture, lower reach
Partial gatePreview + full versionBalance of reach and capture
Ungated + optionalTop-funnel educationMax reach, lower capture
Content upgradeBlog post + bonusContextual, high-intent
What to Ask For
  • Email only — highest conversion, lowest friction
  • Email + name — enables personalization, slight friction increase
  • Email + company/role — better lead qualification, more friction
  • Multi-field — only for high-value offers (webinars, demos)

Rule of thumb: Ask for the minimum needed. Every extra field reduces conversion by 5-10%.

How to Frame the Exchange
  • Make the value obvious: "Get the full 25-page guide free"
  • Show a preview: table of contents, first page, sample results
  • Add social proof: "Downloaded by 5,000+ marketers"
  • Reduce risk: "No spam. Unsubscribe anytime."

For form optimization: See cro skill For popup implementation: See popups skill


Landing Page & Delivery

Landing Page Structure
  1. Headline — Clear benefit: what they'll get and why it matters
  2. Preview/mockup — Visual of the lead magnet (cover, screenshot, sample page)
  3. What's inside — 3-5 bullet points of key takeaways
  4. Social proof — Download count, testimonials, logos
  5. Form — Minimal fields, clear CTA button
  6. FAQ — Address hesitations (Is it really free? What format?)

For landing page optimization: See cro skill

Delivery Methods
MethodProsCons
Instant downloadImmediate gratificationNo email verification
Email deliveryVerifies email, starts relationshipSlight delay
Thank you page + emailBest of both—instant access + email copySlightly more complex
Drip deliveryBuilds habit, multiple touchpointsOnly for courses/series
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Thank You Page Optimization

Don't waste the thank you page. After they've converted:

  • Confirm delivery ("Check your inbox")
  • Offer a next step (book a demo, start trial, join community)
  • Share on social (pre-written tweet/post)
  • Recommend related content

Promotion & Distribution

Blog CTAs & Content Upgrades
  • Add relevant CTAs within blog posts (inline, end-of-post)
  • Create post-specific content upgrades (bonus checklist for a how-to post)
  • Content upgrades convert 2-5x better than generic sidebar CTAs
Exit-Intent & Popups
  • Trigger on exit intent or scroll depth
  • Match the popup offer to the page content
  • See popups for implementation
Social Media
  • Share snippets and teasers from the lead magnet
  • Create carousel posts from key points
  • Use the lead magnet as the CTA in your bio/profile
  • See social for social strategy
Paid Promotion
  • Facebook/Instagram lead ads for top-funnel lead magnets
  • Google Ads for high-intent lead magnets (templates, tools)
  • LinkedIn for B2B lead magnets
  • Retarget blog visitors with lead magnet ads
  • See ads for campaign strategy
Partner Co-Promotion
  • Cross-promote with complementary brands
  • Guest webinars with partner audiences
  • Include in partner newsletters
  • Bundle in resource collections

Measuring Success

Key Metrics
MetricWhat It Tells YouBenchmark
Landing page conversion rateOffer attractiveness20-40% (warm traffic), 5-15% (cold)
Cost per leadAcquisition efficiencyVaries by channel and industry
Lead-to-customer rateLead quality1-5% (B2B), varies widely
Email engagementContent relevance30-50% open, 2-5% click
Time to conversionNurture effectivenessTrack by lead magnet source

For detailed benchmarks by format and industry: See references/benchmarks.md

A/B Testing Ideas
  • Headline: Benefit-focused vs. curiosity-driven
  • Format: Checklist vs. guide on same topic
  • Gate level: Full gate vs. partial preview
  • Form fields: Email-only vs. email + name
  • CTA copy: "Download Free Guide" vs. "Get Your Copy"
  • Delivery: Instant download vs. email delivery
Lead Quality Signals

Good lead magnet attracted quality leads if:

  • Higher-than-average email engagement
  • Leads progress to trial/demo at expected rates
  • Low unsubscribe rate after delivery
  • Leads match ICP demographics

Output Format

When creating a lead magnet strategy, provide:

1. Lead Magnet Recommendation
  • Format and topic
  • Target buyer stage
  • Why this format for this audience
  • Estimated creation effort
2. Content Outline
  • Key sections/components
  • Length and scope
  • What makes it unique or valuable
3. Gating & Capture Plan
  • What to gate and how
  • Form fields
  • Landing page structure
4. Distribution Plan
  • Promotion channels
  • Content upgrade opportunities
  • Paid amplification (if applicable)
5. Measurement Plan
  • KPIs and targets
  • What to A/B test first

Task-Specific Questions

  1. What existing content or expertise could you turn into a lead magnet?
  2. Where does your audience spend time online?
  3. What's the most common question prospects ask before buying?
  4. Do you have an email nurture sequence set up for new leads?
  5. What's your budget for design and promotion?

  • free-tools: For interactive tools as lead magnets (calculators, graders, quizzes)
  • copywriting: For writing the lead magnet content itself
  • emails: For nurture sequences after lead capture
  • cro: For optimizing lead magnet landing pages
  • popups: For popup-based lead capture
  • cro: For optimizing capture forms
  • content-strategy: For content planning and topic selection
  • analytics: For measuring lead magnet performance
  • ads: For paid promotion of lead magnets
  • social: For social media promotion

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Files

SKILL.md and 6 other files (references) in skills/lead-magnets of coreyhaines31/marketingskills.

  • SKILL.md
  • evals/evals.json
  • references/benchmarks.md
  • references/content-to-skill-corpus-design.md
  • references/content-to-skill-release.md
  • references/content-to-skill.md
  • references/format-guide.md

Open the folder on GitHubat commit 1efedbc

Used in 5 other repositories

We found 7 copies of this SKILL.md (exact, near-identical or edited) in other folders, from 5 other GitHub owners. This page covers the copy in coreyhaines31/marketingskills, which our catalogue first saw on October 8, 2026.

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Questions about Lead Magnets

What does Lead Magnets do?

When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation. Lead Magnets is an agent skill from coreyhaines31/marketingskills. When the user wants to create, plan, or optimize a lead magnet for email capture or lead generation.

When should I use Lead Magnets?

Lead Magnets fits situations like: wants to create; optimize a lead magnet for email capture; lead generation; the user mentions lead magnet.

How do I install Lead Magnets in Claude Code?

Run `npx skills add coreyhaines31/marketingskills --skill lead-magnets -a claude-code`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/lead-magnets in coreyhaines31/marketingskills) into .claude/skills/lead-magnets in your project. Claude Code loads it when a task matches its description.

How do I install Lead Magnets in Codex?

Run `npx skills add coreyhaines31/marketingskills --skill lead-magnets -a codex`. Or copy the skill folder (skills/lead-magnets in coreyhaines31/marketingskills) into .agents/skills/lead-magnets in your project. Codex loads it when a task matches its description.

Can I use Lead Magnets in Cursor, Gemini CLI or GitHub Copilot?

Cursor, Gemini CLI, GitHub Copilot and OpenCode also load SKILL.md folders. With the skills CLI, run `npx skills add coreyhaines31/marketingskills --skill lead-magnets -a cursor` (or -a gemini-cli, github-copilot or opencode for the others). To copy it by hand, put the folder in .cursor/skills/lead-magnets, .gemini/skills/lead-magnets, .github/skills/lead-magnets and .opencode/skills/lead-magnets in your project.

What does Lead Magnets need to run?

SKILL.md names no scripts, command-line tools or credentials: Lead Magnets is instructions for the agent only.

Does Lead Magnets access the network?

SKILL.md contains no URLs. Any network use would come from the scripts or tools the agent runs. This is read from the text; nothing was executed.

Is Lead Magnets safe to install?

Our automated static check of SKILL.md found no risky patterns, such as piping downloads into a shell, reading credential files or hidden Unicode. It is not a guarantee. Review the folder before installing.

What licence does Lead Magnets use?

Lead Magnets is published under the MIT licence (the repository's licence). It allows redistribution, so the full SKILL.md is shown on this page.

How many tokens does Lead Magnets use?

About 2.8k tokens (SKILL.md is roughly 11k characters). Agents keep only the skill's name and description in context until a task matches; then they load SKILL.md in full. Its references folder adds about 7.1k tokens, read only when the agent opens those files.

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Who maintains Lead Magnets?

coreyhaines31 (a GitHub user) maintains it in coreyhaines31/marketingskills, which has 53,831 GitHub stars. The repository holds 21 skills in this directory. The repository was last updated on October 8, 2026.

Source: coreyhaines31/marketingskills on GitHub. Facts on this page come from the repository at the commit we read; the author's words are quoted as theirs.