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Length · 29 Jun 2026
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Video #48095 · Graphic Yap

Numbered list of intelligence tipsfrom @levelup.withmatt

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Overview

The creator presents a three-step guide on how to become more intelligent and well-spoken. He begins by referencing intelligent fictional characters, then lists his three tips: listening to TED Talks, using free online courses like MIT OpenCourseWare, and visualizing one's future self, for which he promotes a specific app. The video concludes with a call-to-action prompting viewers to comment for more information.

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Simple outline

  1. 1State aspirational identity
  2. 2Promise a numbered solution
  3. 3Deliver escalating methods
  4. 4Recommend a specific tool
  5. 5Issue a comment-based CTA

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Related videos

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Classification

Concepts
Rapid Fire ListicleTutorial / How To
Elements
Image OverlayTitle Text HookDM / Comment-for-Info CTAJump CutText Overlay

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Hook analysis

What stops the scroll in the first 3 seconds

Title hook · 50%

How to become stupidly intelligent 🧠📚🎯

Verbal hook · 45%

Bruce Wayne and Tony Stark have one thing in common.

Visual hook · 5%

A split-screen style visual with the creator speaking directly to camera in the main frame, and images of Batman/Bruce Wayne and Iron Man/Tony Stark displayed below him.

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Hook template

Steal this for your own video

How to become stupidly [desirable trait] [3 relevant emojis]

  • — How to become stupidly disciplined ⏰💪🔥
  • — How to become stupidly good at cooking 🍳🔪👨‍🍳
  • — How to become stupidly rich with your first $1,000 💰📈🏦

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Hook and payoff

The promise the opener makes, and how the video pays it back

Hook

Establish a high-status, aspirational goal by referencing universally admired figures, then immediately promise a simple, numbered guide to achieve a tangible aspect of that goal.

Payoff

A direct call to action that leverages the value provided by asking for a specific comment in exchange for more exclusive information or methods, driving engagement.

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Narrative framework

The structural pattern this video runs on

Framework

The Aspirational Ladder

The video presents a numbered list of methods to achieve a highly desirable, aspirational identity. The methods escalate in complexity and personal investment, culminating in a call to action that promises further guidance.

  1. 1

    The Aspirational Premise

    Anchor the video's goal to a well-known, highly desirable archetype or identity (e.g., genius, hero, leader).

  2. 2

    The Practical Promise

    Translate the abstract aspirational goal into a concrete, numbered list of actionable steps or methods.

  3. 3

    Method 1: The Accessible Entry Point

    Present the first, lowest-barrier-to-entry method, justifying its value and highlighting its convenience.

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    Method 2: The Value Escalation

    Introduce a second, more involved method that offers deeper value or a higher level of expertise, emphasizing its accessibility (e.g., it's free).

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    Method 3: The Paradigm Shift

    Present the final method as a shift from external action to internal mindset or identity work, positioning it as the most profound step.

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    The Tool Recommendation

    Make the abstract final method concrete by demonstrating or recommending a specific tool, app, or resource that facilitates its implementation.

Themes

  • personal development
  • continuous learning
  • goal setting
  • aspiration

Techniques

  • listicle
  • direct address
  • pop culture reference
  • call-to-action

Trends

  • self-help content
  • micro-learning

Text overlays

  • title · beginning

    How to become stupidly intelligent 🧠📚🎯

  • informational · beginning

    1. Listen to TedTalks

  • informational · middle

    2. Free Resources

  • informational · middle

    3. Get clear on future you

Transcript

Worse Wayne and Tony Stark have one thing in common. They're stupidly intelligent. So here's three ways to talk about any topic with any person. Number one, listen to Tier Talks. They teach you best, and sharpen your social skills. They only take fifteen to twenty minutes. Number two, taking free courses on MIT's OpenCourseWare. There's so many amazing topics, all from home and absolutely free. You should be taking advantage of this if you can. Number three, get clear on who you're actually becoming. What I use for this is an app like My Future Self. It shows you the version of you ten years out no that you rank actually start doing the habits and tasks that would take you to becoming that person. That way you good start embodying him now. So comment the word future and I'll send you my methods.