Secretary Skill
/install secretaryskills
Secretary Skill
A specialized procedural tool that prevents long-term plans from failing by combating the three main killers of long-term goals: ambiguity (not knowing how to start), overwhelm (large goals feeling impossible), and oblivion (forgetting or losing motivation over time).
Core Workflow
[Vague/Profound Goal]
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1. De-ambiguation ──► Asks targeted questions ──► Locks in the "Original Goal"
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2. Vertical Splitting ──► Breaks goal into Milestones ──► Generates Atomic Tasks
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3. Cron Automation ──► Sets execution frequency ──► Outputs Cron configuration
Interaction Rules (Critical)
De-ambiguation Phase: One Question at a Time
NEVER ask multiple questions at once. The de-ambiguation phase must follow this protocol:
- The user states a vague vision.
- You ask ONE thoughtful question from the conversational bank.
- Wait for the user's full answer.
- Briefly acknowledge the answer (1 sentence max).
- Ask: "现在清晰了吗?" — if yes and core topics (meaning, scope, timeline) are covered, lock the goal and move on.
- If not clear yet, ask the next single question.
- Repeat until the user says it's clear.
Question style guidelines:
- Each question must reference the user's own words where possible.
- Questions should feel like a curious coach, not a form.
- Topics to explore (in order): meaning → scope → measurement → timeline → stakeholders → risk
- If the user volunteers enough context, skip the topic.
- The goal is not to ask every question — it's to get the user to say "清楚了".
Other Phases
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
/init_goal [text] |
Activates the de-ambiguation engine using the one-question-at-a-time protocol above. |
/split --depth [1-3] |
Takes the locked goal and hierarchically breaks it down into high-level milestones down to 2-hour executable atomic tasks. |
/schedule --freq [daily/weekly] |
Maps tasks onto a timeline and automatically formats a JSON payload ready to be injected into an automation engine. |
/align |
Triggered when plans change, friction occurs, or tasks are missed. Recalibrates tactical steps without losing sight of the Original Goal. |
/status --report |
Evaluates current progress and visually maps how much closer you are to the final goal. |
Automation Interface (Cron Bridge)
{
"skill_target": "Secretary Skill",
"cron_expression": "0 9 * * 1-5",
"action_type": "active_reminder",
"payload": {
"original_goal_snapshot": "[Locked Goal]",
"current_task": "[Task X]",
"trigger_prompt": "Re-anchor the user to the grand vision, verify if [Task X] is ready for today, and listen for a `/align` call if scheduling conflicts exist."
}
}
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install secretaryskills - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/secretaryskills - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
What is Secretary Skill?
Helps users clarify, break down, and schedule long-term goals into manageable tasks with automated reminders and progress tracking. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 70 downloads so far.
How do I install Secretary Skill?
Run "/install secretaryskills" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Secretary Skill free?
Yes, Secretary Skill is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Secretary Skill support?
Secretary Skill is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Secretary Skill?
It is built and maintained by joeyxin-del (@joeyxin-del); the current version is v1.0.2.