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Cold-calling is tough. No one answers their phone anymore. Cold-emailing is easier, but how do you not end up in the trash folder?

• It all starts with the subject line. Get the recipient’s attention with the first five words, and/or make it personal by using “Referred to you by” or “Quick question” with the recipient’s name.
• In the body of the email itself, get to the point. If you have a mutual acquaintance, include that person’s name in the first sentence. Write like you’re talking to the person. Avoid corporate-speak, like words such as “synergy” or “paradigms.”
• Tell the person what you want, and be specific. And don’t forget to proofread before you hit “Send.”

📧 Wondering whether someone read your email? Here are some methods to tell if your message is still unread.

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