Cold introduction and outreach email
Introduce yourself to a stranger in a way that respects their time and earns a reply.
When to use it
Use for a first email to someone who does not know you. Be clear about who you are, why them specifically, and what you are asking.
The template
Subject: [specific, relevant reason] Hi [Name], I am [your name], [one-line who you are]. I am reaching out because [specific reason you picked them, not a mass email]. [One sentence of value or relevance to them.] Would you be open to [small, specific ask, e.g. a 15-minute call next week]? Either way, thank you for your time. [Your name]
Pick a tone
Dear [Name], my name is [your name], [one-line who you are]. I am contacting you regarding [specific reason you picked them]. Would you be open to [small, specific ask]? Thank you for your consideration.
Hi [Name], I am [your name], [one-line who you are]. I reached out because [specific reason you picked them], not a mass email, I promise. Open to [small, specific ask]?
Hi [Name], I am [your name], [one-line who you are]. [specific reason you picked them]. Open to [small, specific ask]?
Common mistakes to avoid
- A generic opener that is obviously copy-pasted to hundreds of people.
- Making it all about you with no relevance to the reader.
- A huge, vague ask instead of one small, specific one.
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