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How it works
Paste your input
Drop in a news headline, article excerpt, industry statement, or any topic you want to write about on LinkedIn.
AI analyzes the angles
The AI identifies the dominant narrative — the angle most people would take — then generates contrarian perspectives that push against it.
Write a standout post
Pick the angle that resonates, understand why it works, and use it as the foundation for a LinkedIn post that actually stands out.
Frequently asked questions
What is a contrarian take on LinkedIn?
A contrarian take challenges the dominant narrative on a topic. Instead of repeating what everyone else says, you surface an overlooked perspective, uncomfortable truth, or counter-argument. Contrarian posts consistently outperform generic takes because they trigger engagement through cognitive dissonance.
How does the contrarian take generator work?
Paste any article, headline, or statement. The AI analyzes the content, identifies the dominant angle most people would take, then generates multiple contrarian perspectives you can use as LinkedIn post starting points. Each angle includes a rationale for why it would perform well.
Is this free to use?
You get one free generation without signing up. Create a free account to get 5 generations per month, plus access to all of Thoth's ideation tools including the post idea generator, cross-industry bridges, and curated news feed.
What kind of input works best?
News headlines and article excerpts work best — they have a clear dominant angle to push against. You can also paste industry statements, conference quotes, or trending LinkedIn posts to find contrarian angles.
How is this different from ChatGPT?
ChatGPT gives you generic angles when you ask for contrarian takes. This tool is purpose-built to identify the dominant narrative first, then systematically surface perspectives that push against it. Every angle is evaluated for LinkedIn engagement potential.