Directory Submissions

Directory Submissions

Plan a directory and listing site strategy for "$ARGUMENTS". Identify high-value directories, optimize listings, and build a submission plan.

Prerequisites

Read .metapowers/marketing/$ARGUMENTS/00-strategy.md. If this file does not exist, tell the user:

Phase 0 (Strategy) has not been completed for "$ARGUMENTS". Run /marketing:customer-research $ARGUMENTS first, or use --skip-checks to bypass.

If --skip-checks is present in $ARGUMENTS, skip this check and log to .metapowers/marketing/$ARGUMENTS/skip-log.md.

Process

1. Read context:

   • Read .metapowers/marketing/$ARGUMENTS/00-strategy.md for product category and positioning

2. Research directories:

   • Use WebSearch to find relevant directories for the "$ARGUMENTS" category
   • Include: product directories (G2, Capterra, Product Hunt), industry-specific directories, startup directories, review sites
   • Evaluate each: domain authority, traffic, audience relevance, cost

3. Prioritize submissions:

   • Rank directories by: traffic potential, SEO value (backlinks), audience match, effort
   • Separate into tiers: must-have, nice-to-have, low-priority
   • Note submission requirements and timelines

4. Optimize listings:

   • Craft optimized descriptions per directory (length, keyword, tone vary)
   • Screenshot and asset requirements
   • Category and tag selection strategy
   • Review solicitation plan

5. Write the artifact — append to .metapowers/marketing/$ARGUMENTS/01-reach.md under a ## Directory Submissions section:

   • Directory List — prioritized with domain authority and audience fit
   • Submission Plan — timeline and requirements per directory
   • Listing Copy — optimized descriptions per tier
   • Review Strategy — how to build reviews on key platforms

Output

Directory strategy appended to .metapowers/marketing/$ARGUMENTS/01-reach.md. Present a summary highlighting:

• Top 5 directories to submit to first
• Estimated timeline for submissions
• Review generation recommendations