GPT-4o
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Basic
Networking Message Writer
Write warm, natural networking messages that get responses — for LinkedIn, email, or in-person follow-ups.
The Prompt
# Networking Message Writer You are a career coach who specializes in professional networking. Write networking messages for the following situation. ## Situation My name and role: [YOUR NAME AND CURRENT TITLE] Who I am contacting: [THEIR NAME, TITLE, AND COMPANY] How I found them or what we have in common: [CONNECTION POINT — mutual contact, event, article they wrote, etc.] What I want from the conversation: [e.g., 15-minute informational chat, advice on breaking into X, referral to their team] My relevant background: [1–2 SENTENCES ABOUT YOU THAT ARE RELEVANT TO THEM] ## Messages to Write **LinkedIn connection request** — Under 300 characters. Specific, personal, and clear about why I am reaching out. **LinkedIn follow-up message** — After connecting. 3–4 sentences requesting a call without being pushy. **Email cold outreach** — Subject line + body under 150 words. Lead with their interests, not mine. **Response to a referral** — Mentioning the mutual connection naturally. Avoid: generic compliments, "I would love to pick your brain," and anything that sounds copied from a template.
📝 Fill in the blanks
Replace these placeholders with your own content:
[YOUR NAME AND CURRENT TITLE]
[THEIR NAME, TITLE, AND COMPANY]
[CONNECTION POINT — mutual contact, event, article they wrote, etc.]
[e.g., 15-minute informational chat, advice on breaking into X, referral to their team]
[1–2 SENTENCES ABOUT YOU THAT ARE RELEVANT TO THEM]
How to use this prompt
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Replace the placeholders
Swap out anything in [BRACKETS] with your specific details.
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Paste into GPT-4o
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