While LiGo excels at generating content ideas based on your themes, sometimes you have specific topics or concepts you want to explore. This guide shows you how to add your own ideas and leverage LiGo's powerful post generation capabilities with your custom content.
What You'll Learn
- How to access and use the "Add Your Own Idea" feature
- Different methods for inputting custom ideas
- Creative ways to use this feature for content repurposing
- Tips for formatting your custom ideas for optimal results
Accessing the "Add Your Own Idea" Feature
On the Dashboard:
- Head to the "Planning & Ideas" section.
- Select "Post Ideas"
- Select your desired Got Your Own Idea option at the bottom of the screen.
Creating Your Custom Idea
When you open the "Add Your Own Idea" modal, you'll see several key elements:
- Theme Selection: A dropdown to choose which content theme to use for this idea
- Idea Input Field: A text area where you can type or paste your idea
- Speech-to-Text Button: Option to dictate your idea using voice recognition
- Add to My Ideas: Creates a LinkedIn post idea based on your custom idea, you can generate a post based on this idea
Selecting the Right Theme
Before entering your idea, select the appropriate theme from the dropdown menu:
- Each theme provides different context for post generation
- The selected theme influences the tone, style, and focus of the generated post
- Choose the theme that best aligns with the topic of your custom idea
Pro Tip: If you're creating content in distinct areas (e.g., technical tutorials vs. leadership advice), selecting the right theme ensures your post maintains consistent positioning for each topic area.
Methods for Inputting Custom Ideas
LiGo offers multiple ways to create custom content ideas:
1. Text Input
The most straightforward approach:
- Type your idea directly into the text field
- Be as brief or detailed as you prefer
- Include specific elements you want in the final post
2. Speech-to-Text
Perfect for capturing ideas on the go or when you prefer talking through concepts:
- Click the microphone icon in the idea input field
- Speak your idea clearly
- The system will transcribe your speech into text
- Review and edit the transcription if needed
Pro Tip: Speech-to-text is ideal for capturing natural language and tone. If you struggle with writing in a conversational style, try dictating your ideas instead.
3. Copy and Paste
You can paste content from various sources:
- Text from documents or notes
- Snippets from articles or research
- Outlines or bullet points
- Content from emails or messages
Repurpose Existing Content
Another amazing way to generate posts is by making using of existing content like newsletters, articles, blog posts, etc. You can also do this by pasting a video transcript, or an audio file.
How it Works
Transform content you already have:
- Refresh old posts: Paste in a previous LinkedIn post to get a refreshed version
- Convert newsletter content: Transform sections from your email newsletter into LinkedIn posts
- Adapt blog content: Turn blog post sections into standalone LinkedIn content
- Repurpose presentation content: Convert key points from your presentations or talks
How to Access
- Open your LiGo Dashboard.
- Head to the "LinkedIn Tools" section on your sidebar.
- Select the "Repurpose Content" option.
Expand on Specific Concepts
Use the feature to develop focused content:
- Elaborate on client questions: Turn frequently asked client questions into thoughtful posts
- Respond to industry news: Share your take on recent developments
- Develop framework snippets: Outline frameworks or methodologies you've created
- Share process insights: Describe how you approach specific challenges
Create Topic Series
Plan connected content pieces:
- Develop multi-part content: Create a series of related posts on a specific theme
- Break down complex topics: Divide larger concepts into digestible LinkedIn posts
- Create "daily tips" content: Generate a week's worth of tips posts at once
Formatting Tips for Optimal Results
How you format your custom idea significantly impacts the generated post. Here are some best practices:
For General Ideas:
- Be clear about the concept: Start with a clear statement of the main idea
- Include key points: List 3-5 points you want covered
- Specify format: Mention if you want a story, list, how-to, etc.
- Note audience: Include who the post is targeting
Example:
Idea: 5 ways AI is changing freelance writing. Focus on positive impacts like research assistance, editing help, idea generation, consistent output, and time management. Target freelance writers who are nervous about AI replacing them.
For Detailed Guidance:
- Provide structure: Outline the post format you want
- Include specific examples: Add real examples you want mentioned
- Specify voice/tone: Note if you want a particular tone (professional, conversational, provocative)
- Add personal context: Include relevant personal experience
Example:
Idea: How I restructured my agency's client onboarding process after losing a major client due to misaligned expectations. Include our old process, what went wrong, the 3 key changes we made (expectations document, kickoff call template, 2-week check-in), and results (zero churn in 6 months). Keep it honest and show vulnerability.
For Content Repurposing:
- Paste the original content: Include the full text you want to repurpose
- Add transformation instructions: Specify how you want it adapted
- Note the original format: Mention where it's coming from
- Highlight key sections: Identify the most important parts to preserve
Example:
Idea: This is from my last client case study email. Please convert it to a LinkedIn post focusing on the challenge and solution, with a hook that emphasizes the 43% conversion rate improvement:
[Paste your email content here]
Advanced Custom Idea Techniques
Once you're comfortable with basic custom ideas, try these advanced approaches:
The "Thought Starter" Technique
Instead of a structured idea, capture your raw thinking:
- Use speech-to-text to record yourself talking through a concept for 1-2 minutes
- Don't worry about structure or organization
- Let LiGo transform your thought process into a structured post
This approach often preserves your authentic voice while adding structure.
The "Content Blend" Method
Combine multiple content sources:
- Take sections from different materials (notes, previous posts, article snippets)
- Paste them together in the idea field
- Add brief notes about how you want them connected
- Let LiGo create a cohesive post from these elements
The "Template Override" Approach
When you want significant control over structure:
- Create a basic post template with placeholders for specific content
- Paste it as your custom idea
- Add notes about what should replace each placeholder
- LiGo will maintain your structure while filling in compelling content
Common Questions
Can I add my own idea without selecting a theme?
No, you must select a theme to provide context for post generation. If none of your existing themes seem appropriate, consider creating a new theme that better matches your custom idea.
How detailed should my custom idea be?
This depends on your goal. Brief prompts give LiGo more creative freedom, while detailed outlines provide more control over the final post. Both approaches can work well depending on your needs.
Can I use this feature to rewrite existing posts?
Absolutely! This is one of the most popular uses of the custom idea feature. Simply paste in your existing post and LiGo will create a refreshed version while maintaining your key points.
Does using speech-to-text affect the quality of the generated post?
No, the transcribed text is treated the same as manually typed text. The quality depends on the clarity of your idea, not the input method. However, be sure to review transcribed text for accuracy before generating your post.
Is there a character limit for custom ideas?
While there's no strict limit, extremely long inputs (multiple pages of text) may be truncated. For best results with longer content, focus on the key points you want included in your LinkedIn post.