Initial commit: Hermes Agent skills collection

- Trading skills (OKX, dividend, lottery, quantitative) - Creative skills (ASCII art, diagrams, video) - Development skills (GitHub, debugging, TDD) - Research skills (arXiv, blog monitoring) - Productivity skills (email, documents, notes) - MCP integration skills - Custom user skills
2026-07-05 02:31:15 -04:00
commit 6770bc9b9d
908 changed files with 239614 additions and 0 deletions
@@ -0,0 +1,392 @@
+# Templates, Examples and Sample Assets
+
+This reference provides concrete templates, example messages and sample frameworks to make the job search strategy immediately actionable.
+
+## Self-Diagnostic Tool: Where's Your Search Breaking Down?
+
+Use this rubric to identify which phase needs attention. Rate yourself 1-5 on each dimension:
+
+### Clarity Diagnostics
+- [ ] I can explain my target role in one sentence (1 = no clarity, 5 = crystal clear)
+- [ ] I know exactly what problems I solve and for whom (1 = vague, 5 = specific)
+- [ ] I can list 3-5 companies that would be perfect fits (1 = no targets, 5 = researched list)
+- [ ] I understand what makes me different from other candidates (1 = generic, 5 = unique value clear)
+
+**Score < 12**: Your search lacks direction. Start with Phase 1 research and Phase 2 skills mapping.
+
+### Proof Diagnostics
+- [ ] I have quantified achievements with specific metrics (1 = none, 5 = multiple)
+- [ ] My LinkedIn/portfolio demonstrates my best work (1 = outdated, 5 = impressive)
+- [ ] I can tell compelling stories about my impact (1 = struggle with examples, 5 = confident)
+- [ ] I have testimonials, recommendations or social proof (1 = none, 5 = strong validation)
+
+**Score < 12**: You need to build credibility assets. Focus on Phase 3 portfolio development.
+
+### Distribution Diagnostics
+- [ ] I'm reaching decision-makers, not just applying online (1 = applications only, 5 = multi-channel)
+- [ ] I have warm connections at target companies (1 = cold only, 5 = referrals)
+- [ ] My outreach messages get responses (1 = crickets, 5 = >30% response rate)
+- [ ] I'm tracking my pipeline and conversion rates (1 = no tracking, 5 = detailed metrics)
+
+**Score < 12**: Your distribution is weak. Prioritize Phase 4 creative strategy and outreach.
+
+### Overall Health Score
+- **48-60**: Strong position, focus on optimization
+- **36-47**: Solid foundation, address specific gaps
+- **24-35**: Significant weaknesses, systematic rebuild needed
+- **12-23**: Start from scratch with clarity work
+
+## Decision Matrix: Prioritizing Target Roles
+
+Use this framework to evaluate opportunities:
+
+| Company/Role | Fit (1-10) | Leverage (1-10) | Energy (1-10) | Total | Priority |
+|--------------|------------|-----------------|---------------|-------|----------|
+| Example Corp PM Role | 8 | 6 | 9 | 23 | High |
+| Startup Designer | 6 | 9 | 7 | 22 | Medium |
+| BigCo Analyst | 9 | 4 | 5 | 18 | Low |
+
+**Fit**: Do your skills and experience directly match their needs?
+**Leverage**: Do you have connections, unique skills or timing advantages?
+**Energy**: Are you genuinely excited about this opportunity?
+
+**Target**: 20+ total score. Prioritize roles scoring 23+.
+
+## Job Search Operating Rhythm
+
+### Daily (30-60 minutes)
+- [ ] Review 2-3 new job postings with red/green flag analysis
+- [ ] Send 2-3 personalized outreach messages (LinkedIn, email or comments)
+- [ ] Engage with 5-10 posts from target companies or hiring managers (thoughtful comments)
+- [ ] Update your tracking spreadsheet with responses and next steps
+
+### Weekly (2-3 hours)
+- [ ] Deep research on 1-2 priority companies (Phase 1 full analysis)
+- [ ] Apply to 3-5 strategically selected roles (not spray-and-pray)
+- [ ] Schedule/conduct 2+ informational interviews or networking calls
+- [ ] Create or improve one portfolio piece, blog post or proof asset
+- [ ] Review pipeline: conversion rates, what's working, what's not
+
+### Monthly (4-6 hours)
+- [ ] Comprehensive pipeline review: applications → responses → interviews → offers
+- [ ] Update resume and LinkedIn based on what's resonating
+- [ ] Expand network: attend 1-2 industry events or virtual meetups
+- [ ] Skill development: complete one course module or certification milestone
+- [ ] Strategy adjustment: what tactics are working? What should you stop doing?
+
+### Pipeline Metrics to Track
+- **Top of Funnel**: Applications sent, outreach messages, connection requests
+- **Middle of Funnel**: Response rate, informational chats, recruiter screens
+- **Bottom of Funnel**: Interviews, final rounds, offers
+- **Conversion Rates**: Applications → screens (target: 10-20%), screens → interviews (target: 30-50%)
+
+## Message Templates
+
+### LinkedIn Connection Request (No Prior Interaction)
+
+```
+Hi [Name],
+
+I've been following [Company]'s work on [specific thing], particularly [recent development]. I'm exploring [role type] opportunities and would love to learn more about the [team/culture/product].
+
+Would you be open to a brief chat about your experience there?
+
+[Your Name]
+```
+
+**Why it works**: Specific (not generic), focused on learning (not asking), brief.
+
+### LinkedIn Message (After Connection Accepted)
+
+```
+Thanks for connecting, [Name]!
+
+I'm particularly interested in [Company] because [specific reason tied to your background]. I noticed you work on [their team/project]; that's exactly the kind of [problem/domain] I've been focused on at [your experience].
+
+Any chance you'd have 15 minutes for a quick call this week? I'd love to hear about [specific question about their work].
+```
+
+**Why it works**: Shows you did homework, mutual relevance, low time ask.
+
+### Warm Referral Request (To Your Connection)
+
+```
+Hi [Connection],
+
+Hope you're well! I'm reaching out because I'm really interested in the [Role Title] position at [Company]. I've been [brief context of your relevant experience].
+
+I noticed you know [Employee Name] on LinkedIn. Would you feel comfortable introducing us? I'd just love to learn more about the team and role before applying.
+
+I can draft an intro message if that helps make it easy!
+```
+
+**Why it works**: Specific ask, makes it easy for them, shows respect for their time.
+
+### Direct Email to Hiring Manager
+
+**Subject**: [Specific Value] for [Team/Initiative Name]
+
+```
+Hi [Name],
+
+I saw that [Company] recently [specific news/product launch/announcement]. Having spent [X years] doing [relevant experience], I'm excited about the [Role Title] opportunity.
+
+Quick snapshot of relevant background:
+• [Specific achievement with metric]
+• [Relevant skill/experience that matches their need]
+• [Unique angle that most candidates won't have]
+
+I built [small project/analysis] related to [their product/market]; would love to share it with you: [link]
+
+Are you open to a brief conversation about the role?
+
+Best,
+[Your Name]
+```
+
+**Why it works**: Demonstrates initiative, specific value, social proof through work, brief.
+
+### Follow-Up (After No Response - 1 Week Later)
+
+```
+Hi [Name],
+
+Following up on my note from last week about the [Role Title] position.
+
+I wanted to add; I just [recent accomplishment/published something/completed relevant project] that's directly relevant to [their challenge/team need].
+
+Still interested in connecting if you have 15 minutes this week.
+
+[Your Name]
+```
+
+**Why it works**: Adds new information (not just "bumping"), stays brief, reiterates interest.
+
+## Positioning Statement Templates
+
+### One-Sentence Value Proposition
+
+**Formula**: "I help [target audience] [achieve outcome] through [unique approach/skill]"
+
+**Examples**:
+- "I help B2B SaaS companies increase user activation rates through data-driven product experimentation"
+- "I help early-stage startups build scalable growth operations from zero to Series A"
+- "I help healthcare organizations implement AI/ML solutions that improve clinical outcomes"
+
+**Your turn**: Complete this sentence clearly and specifically.
+
+### Three-Sentence Career Story
+
+**Formula**: 
+1. Where you've been + what you built
+2. What you learned/became excellent at
+3. What you're looking for next and why
+
+**Example**:
+"I spent 5 years at Microsoft building developer tools, where I shipped features used by 50K+ developers and led a team of 8. Through that experience, I became excellent at translating complex technical requirements into intuitive user experiences. I'm now looking to join an early-stage dev tools startup where I can own product strategy end-to-end and directly shape company direction."
+
+## Case Study Examples
+
+### Case Study 1: Marketing Manager → Tech Product Manager
+
+**Starting Position**:
+- 6 years marketing experience at traditional retail company
+- No formal product management experience
+- Wanted to break into tech PM roles
+- Clarity score: 14, Proof score: 11, Distribution score: 9
+
+**Strategy Applied**:
+1. **Phase 1 Analysis**: Researched 20 product companies, identified 5 that valued marketing background (consumer apps, B2B with PLG motion)
+2. **Phase 2 Skills Mapping**: Reframed experience as "user research," "go-to-market strategy," "experimentation" rather than just "marketing"
+3. **Phase 3 Portfolio Development**: Built 2 mock product specs for target companies' features, published on Medium with thoughtful analysis
+4. **Phase 4 Creative Strategy**: 
+   - LinkedIn outreach to PMs who came from marketing (found 12, got 6 informational chats)
+   - Portfolio project shared directly with hiring managers
+   - Referral from informational interview contact
+
+**Timeline**: 8 weeks from start to offer
+**Key Tactic**: Portfolio projects demonstrated product thinking without formal experience
+**Result**: APM role at Series B SaaS company, $140K base
+
+### Case Study 2: Senior Engineer → Technical Startup Founder Outreach
+
+**Starting Position**:
+- 8 years engineering at FAANG
+- Looking for founding engineer role at AI startup
+- Strong technical skills but limited startup connections
+- Clarity score: 18, Proof score: 19, Distribution score: 12
+
+**Strategy Applied**:
+1. **Phase 1 Analysis**: Deep research on 15 seed-stage AI startups, identified 3 with problems matching his expertise (MLOps, infrastructure)
+2. **Phase 2 Skills Mapping**: Highlighted experience building systems from scratch, not just working in established codebases
+3. **Phase 3 Portfolio Development**: Already strong technical portfolio, added AI blog posts
+4. **Phase 4 Creative Strategy**:
+   - Twitter engagement with startup founders (6 weeks of thoughtful comments)
+   - Built small open-source tool related to their tech stack
+   - Direct email to founders with technical analysis of their architecture
+   - Attended YC Demo Day virtually, followed up with companies in his domain
+
+**Timeline**: 4 weeks from targeted outreach to offer conversations (3 simultaneous)
+**Key Tactic**: Technical blog + open source contributions created credibility before outreach
+**Result**: Founding engineer at seed-stage AI company, equity package
+
+### Case Study 3: Mid-Career Academic → Nonprofit Program Director
+
+**Starting Position**:
+- PhD + 5 years university research/teaching
+- Wanted to move to nonprofit sector
+- Strong mission alignment, weak nonprofit connections
+- Clarity score: 16, Proof score: 13, Distribution score: 8
+
+**Strategy Applied**:
+1. **Phase 1 Analysis**: Researched 10 education-focused nonprofits, identified culture alignment through Glassdoor and employee posts
+2. **Phase 2 Skills Mapping**: Reframed academic experience as "program design," "stakeholder management," "impact measurement"
+3. **Phase 3 Skill Development**: Completed nonprofit management certificate online (8 weeks)
+4. **Phase 4 Creative Strategy**:
+   - Published LinkedIn article analyzing challenges in education policy (their focus area)
+   - Volunteered with related nonprofit for 2 months to build proof
+   - Alumni network: found 3 alums at target nonprofits, requested informational chats
+   - Included volunteer metrics in application (reached 500 students)
+
+**Timeline**: 12 weeks (longer due to certificate completion)
+**Key Tactic**: Volunteer work + certificate addressed "no nonprofit experience" objection
+**Result**: Program Director role at education nonprofit, mission-aligned work
+
+## KPI Tracking Spreadsheet Template
+
+| Date | Activity | Company | Contact | Channel | Response? | Next Step | Status |
+|------|----------|---------|---------|---------|-----------|-----------|--------|
+| 10/15 | LinkedIn message | Acme Corp | Jane Smith | LinkedIn | Yes | Call scheduled 10/22 | Active |
+| 10/15 | Application | Beta Inc | N/A | Website | No | Follow up 10/22 | Waiting |
+| 10/16 | Warm intro | Gamma Co | John Doe | Email | Yes | Sent resume | Active |
+
+**Weekly Rollup**:
+- Outreach sent: [number]
+- Responses received: [number]
+- Response rate: [percentage]
+- Conversations scheduled: [number]
+- Interviews scheduled: [number]
+- Offers received: [number]
+
+**Conversion Tracking**:
+- Applications → Screens: [X/Y = Z%] (target: 10-20%)
+- Screens → Interviews: [X/Y = Z%] (target: 30-50%)
+- Interviews → Offers: [X/Y = Z%] (target: 20-30%)
+
+## Visual Framework Descriptions
+
+### Three Levers of Job Search Efficiency
+
+```
+┌─────────────────────────────────────────────┐
+│            JOB SEARCH SUCCESS               │
+│                                             │
+│   ┌─────────┐  ┌─────────┐  ┌──────────┐  │
+│   │ CLARITY │  │  PROOF   │  │DISTRIBU- │  │
+│   │         │→ │          │→ │  TION    │  │
+│   │ Who you │  │ Evidence │  │ Reaching │  │
+│   │ serve & │  │ of value │  │ decision │  │
+│   │ what    │  │          │  │ makers   │  │
+│   │ value   │  │          │  │          │  │
+│   └─────────┘  └─────────┘  └──────────┘  │
+│                                             │
+│   Without clarity, your proof is unfocused  │
+│   Without proof, distribution is ignored    │
+│   Without distribution, nothing happens     │
+└─────────────────────────────────────────────┘
+```
+
+### Four-Phase Process Flow
+
+```
+Phase 1: ANALYSIS
+    ↓ (Output: Company scorecard, red/green flags)
+Phase 2: SKILLS MATCHING
+    ↓ (Output: Skills matrix, gap analysis)
+Phase 3: SKILL DEVELOPMENT
+    ↓ (Output: Learning plan, portfolio pieces)
+Phase 4: CREATIVE STRATEGY
+    ↓ (Output: Multi-channel campaign plan)
+    ↓
+[APPLY] → [TRACK] → [ITERATE]
+    ↑__________________|
+```
+
+### Strategy Prioritization Model
+
+```
+Tactic Selection = (Company Culture × 40%) 
+                 + (Candidate Strengths × 40%) 
+                 + (Job Level × 20%)
+
+Example:
+Creative startup + Video skills + Mid-level
+= Video cover letter (High priority)
+
+Enterprise B2B + Strong network + Senior-level  
+= Referral hunting (High priority)
+```
+
+## Application Materials Frameworks
+
+### Resume Bullet Formula
+
+**Action Verb + Specific Context + Quantified Result**
+
+❌ Weak: "Managed marketing campaigns"
+✅ Strong: "Led 5 paid acquisition campaigns that generated 12K qualified leads, reducing CAC by 30%"
+
+❌ Weak: "Improved customer satisfaction"
+✅ Strong: "Redesigned onboarding flow, increasing NPS from 45 to 72 and reducing support tickets by 40%"
+
+### Cover Letter Structure
+
+**Paragraph 1** (Hook - 2-3 sentences):
+Why THIS company excites you (be specific, reference recent news/product)
+
+**Paragraph 2** (Fit - 3-4 sentences):
+Your most relevant experience, with 2 concrete examples matching their needs
+
+**Paragraph 3** (Unique Value - 2-3 sentences):
+What you bring that most candidates won't (transferable skill, unique background, specific insight)
+
+**Paragraph 4** (Close - 1-2 sentences):
+Enthusiasm + clear call to action
+
+**Total length**: 300-400 words maximum
+
+## Conversational Interview Question Bank
+
+When conducting Phase 2 skills matching, use these to dig deeper:
+
+**For Each Key Requirement**:
+- "Tell me about a time when you [requirement]. What was the situation?"
+- "Walk me through your process for [relevant task]."
+- "What was the most challenging aspect of [relevant domain]? How did you handle it?"
+- "If you were [job requirement], what would your first 30 days look like?"
+
+**For Transferable Skills**:
+- "Even though you worked in [other industry], did you face [similar challenge]?"
+- "The core skill here is really [abstracted skill]. Where have you demonstrated that?"
+- "How would your approach from [previous context] apply to [new context]?"
+
+**For Gaps**:
+- "Is [missing skill] something you're interested in developing?"
+- "Have you done anything adjacent to [requirement]?"
+- "How would you approach learning [gap area] quickly?"
+
+**For Unique Value**:
+- "What's something about your background that isn't obvious from your resume?"
+- "What unique perspective would you bring to this problem?"
+- "What have you done that most other candidates probably haven't?"
+
+## Next Steps After Using This Reference
+
+1. **Complete self-diagnostic** → identify your weak phase
+2. **Implement operating rhythm** → daily/weekly/monthly structure
+3. **Build tracking spreadsheet** → start measuring conversion rates
+4. **Adapt templates** → personalize for your voice and situation
+5. **Run one complete cycle** → pick one role, go through all four phases
+6. **Measure and iterate** → what worked? What didn't? Adjust.
+
+Remember: This is an operating system, not a checklist. Adapt based on what's working in your specific market and situation.