Networking Emails
Proven networking email templates and networking emails to help you grow your network and accelerate your career. Made for every networking situation, including follow up emails, thank you notes, and informational interviews.
Cold outreach to an alumni
Email Subject: Interested in connecting
Hi Rohan,
Greetings from a fellow Berkeley alumni! I hope you're doing great.
I came across your profile on LinkedIn and noticed that you're a Data Scientist at AI Working.
I'm currently a Software Engineer and I've been thinking about a career change. I'd love to ask you 3-5 questions about your experience at AI Working and your insights on the data science industry.
Any chance you would be available for a quick coffee this Thursday at 11am? I'm flexible so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks!
Katie
P.S. Alternatively, if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email - thank you!
Cold outreach to an alumni
Subject: Interested in connecting
Hi Rohan,
Greetings from a fellow Berkeley alumni! I hope you're doing great.
I came across your profile on LinkedIn and noticed that you're a Data Scientist at AI Working.
I'm currently a Software Engineer and I've been thinking about a career change. I'd love to ask you 3-5 questions about your experience at AI Working and your insights on the data science industry.
Any chance you would be available for a quick coffee this Thursday at 11am? I'm flexible so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks!
Katie
P.S. Alternatively, if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email - thank you!
Insight
There are a few reasons why this networking email has a high response rate. First, it quickly mentions the shared connection (Berkeley). Second, the specific mention of 3-5 questions is a small ask and easier to commit to.
Finally, this networking email template is flexible and respectful of the alumni's time - it not only gives a specific time slot the alumni can say yes or no to, but it also gives the option to continue the conversation via email.
Follow up networking email after an event
Email Subject: Quick follow up on our chat at APM!
Hi Rohan,
I hope you're doing great. We met at the APM Conference last month, where we talked about your career at Facebook. I'm currently at AI Working working as a business analyst.
I've been figuring out my next career move, and product management seems like a great fit for my experience. Facebook's a dream company for me, and if it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about your experience there and if you also think PM is the right fit for me.
Do you have time for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Best,
Ashley
Follow up networking email after an event
Subject: Quick follow up on our chat at APM!
Hi Rohan,
I hope you're doing great. We met at the APM Conference last month, where we talked about your career at Facebook. I'm currently at AI Working working as a business analyst.
I've been figuring out my next career move, and product management seems like a great fit for my experience. Facebook's a dream company for me, and if it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about your experience there and if you also think PM is the right fit for me.
Do you have time for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Best,
Ashley
Insight
This is a great networking email template to use to follow up with someone you met at a networking event or conference. Reference the conversation you had with them and be open about your ambitions and why you're contacting them.
While you can send a networking email like this up to a couple of months after an event, the sooner you send it, the higher your response rate. Ideally, send this email within a day or two of the event.
Reaching out to an alumni for advice
Email Subject: ASU grad seeking career advice
Hi Stephanie,
My name is Kelly Min and I graduated last year from ASU. I came across your name on your alumni database.
I'm currently an Account Executive at AI Working, but have been strongly considering a career switch to consulting.
If you had 15 minutes, do you think I could get your insight into your job and the consulting industry? I'd also love to know how you made your choices after graduating from ASU and if you think consulting a good fit for me!
Do you have time for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
Kelly
Reaching out to an alumni for advice
Subject: ASU grad seeking career advice
Hi Stephanie,
My name is Kelly Min and I graduated last year from ASU. I came across your name on your alumni database.
I'm currently an Account Executive at AI Working, but have been strongly considering a career switch to consulting.
If you had 15 minutes, do you think I could get your insight into your job and the consulting industry? I'd also love to know how you made your choices after graduating from ASU and if you think consulting a good fit for me!
Do you have time for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Thanks!
Kelly
Insight
Note how we ask for advice, not a job. You don't want to be emailing someone that doesn't know you for a job or an interview right off the bat. Build a relationship first!
Highlight specific questions in your email ("is consulting a good fit for me?") and suggest a short meeting - you're more likely to get a response this way.
Cold outreach to industry leader
Email Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hello Sasha,
My name is Ashley Wilson and I'm currently a final-year student at the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in Architecture. I came across your profile on LinkedIn when researching RISD alumni in design and noticed that you've held some extremely interesting roles at T-Mobile, Facebook and AI Working. There aren't many people who have had such unique design-centric experiences at not only established companies, but also high growth tech companies and startups!
I'm graduating in May and I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your career path and how you got to where you are today. If you have the time, I will come to you wherever you are, even if it is for 15 minutes, phone or email - whatever works with you.
Does anytime in the next week work for you?
Thanks!
Ashley
Cold outreach to industry leader
Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hello Sasha,
My name is Ashley Wilson and I'm currently a final-year student at the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in Architecture. I came across your profile on LinkedIn when researching RISD alumni in design and noticed that you've held some extremely interesting roles at T-Mobile, Facebook and AI Working. There aren't many people who have had such unique design-centric experiences at not only established companies, but also high growth tech companies and startups!
I'm graduating in May and I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your career path and how you got to where you are today. If you have the time, I will come to you wherever you are, even if it is for 15 minutes, phone or email - whatever works with you.
Does anytime in the next week work for you?
Thanks!
Ashley
Insight
There are a few reasons why this networking email has a high response rate. First, it quickly mentions the shared connection (RISD). Second, it compliments the VIP as well as mentions why she is uniquely positioned to give the advice the candidate is looking for.
Finally, the second paragraph shows flexibility and respect to the VIP's time.
Thank you note after a meeting
Email Subject: Thanks for earlier
Hi Rafael,
Thank you again for meeting with me earlier - our conversation gave me a ton of clarity on where my skills are best suited and the next step in my career.
I'll reach out to Roger as you recommended and will keep you in the loop. Please do let me know if there's anything I can do to return the favor!
Cheers,
Rohan
Thank you note after a meeting
Subject: Thanks for earlier
Hi Rafael,
Thank you again for meeting with me earlier - our conversation gave me a ton of clarity on where my skills are best suited and the next step in my career.
I'll reach out to Roger as you recommended and will keep you in the loop. Please do let me know if there's anything I can do to return the favor!
Cheers,
Rohan
Insight
When you get the opportunity to meet someone you've reached out to, it's important that you send them a quick thank you note to let them know that the session was not only valuable, but that you are actually taking action on their advice.
It's good to send a note like this within 24 hours of the meeting.
Formal thank you note after a meeting
Email Subject: Thanks again for earlier
Dear Mr. McCarthy,
Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk with me. I really appreciated your advice on how to approach getting a summer placement at the Neuroscience Research Centre.
At your suggestion, I emailed Professor Mathilde Boucher, who works in the AI Working AI team, and I will meet with her next week.
I hope that you have a lovely vacation in India - it sounds wonderful! I look forward to speaking with you when you return. Thanks again for your help - I will keep you posted on how things go.
Sincerely,
Annabel Martins
Formal thank you note after a meeting
Subject: Thanks again for earlier
Dear Mr. McCarthy,
Thank you so much for taking the time out of your busy schedule to talk with me. I really appreciated your advice on how to approach getting a summer placement at the Neuroscience Research Centre.
At your suggestion, I emailed Professor Mathilde Boucher, who works in the AI Working AI team, and I will meet with her next week.
I hope that you have a lovely vacation in India - it sounds wonderful! I look forward to speaking with you when you return. Thanks again for your help - I will keep you posted on how things go.
Sincerely,
Annabel Martins
Insight
When you get the opportunity to meet someone you've reached out to, it's important that you send them a quick thank you to let them know that the session was not only valuable, but that you are actually taking action on their advice.
This is a more formal template that can be used after meeting individuals from a more formal background (e.g. professors, lawyers).
Follow up email for a job application
Email Subject: Product design at AI Working
Hey Paul,
It was super cool to meet you at the Advance Design Thinking workshop earlier! Really enjoyed our conversation on your interests in architecture and how you got into product design.
You mentioned you were expanding the team at AI Working, so after the event I looked at open roles and found this Product Design role which looks like a great fit for me.
I submitted my application online, but thought I'd also send over my resume and portfolio for your reference. Let me know if you need any further information.
Thanks a mil,
Rohan
Follow up email for a job application
Subject: Product design at AI Working
Hey Paul,
It was super cool to meet you at the Advance Design Thinking workshop earlier! Really enjoyed our conversation on your interests in architecture and how you got into product design.
You mentioned you were expanding the team at AI Working, so after the event I looked at open roles and found this Product Design role which looks like a great fit for me.
I submitted my application online, but thought I'd also send over my resume and portfolio for your reference. Let me know if you need any further information.
Thanks a mil,
Rohan
Insight
If you have a contact at a company you just applied to, here's a networking email template you can use to make sure your application doesn't get buried amongst others. Notice how this email template highlights a conversation he had with the contact and explains why he's applying.
Sending this kind of networking email right after you apply for a job also makes it easier to reach out again if you don't hear back.
Asking for advice
Email Subject: Would love to connect
Hi Kimberley,
I'm Rohan and I'm currently a software engineer at Samsung. I found your profile after reading a post you wrote on LinkedIn about predicting customer churn at AI Working. I found the article fascinating and I've actually just started implementing a similar model myself - thanks for your detailed perspectives!
I'm reaching out because I've been thinking about a career change into data science. If it's OK with you, I'd love to ask you 3-5 questions about your experience at AI Working and your insights on the data science industry.
Any chance you would be available for a quick call this Thursday at 11am? I'm flexible so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks!
Katie
P.S. Alternatively, if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email - thank you!
Asking for advice
Subject: Would love to connect
Hi Kimberley,
I'm Rohan and I'm currently a software engineer at Samsung. I found your profile after reading a post you wrote on LinkedIn about predicting customer churn at AI Working. I found the article fascinating and I've actually just started implementing a similar model myself - thanks for your detailed perspectives!
I'm reaching out because I've been thinking about a career change into data science. If it's OK with you, I'd love to ask you 3-5 questions about your experience at AI Working and your insights on the data science industry.
Any chance you would be available for a quick call this Thursday at 11am? I'm flexible so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks!
Katie
P.S. Alternatively, if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email - thank you!
Insight
When looking for contacts to cold email, it's worth reviewing their recent activity on LinkedIn and referencing it in your cold email.
Additionally, the specific mention of 3-5 questions is a small ask and easier to commit to. Second, it's flexible and respectful of the contact's time - it not only gives a specific time slot the alumni can say yes or no to, but it also gives the option to continue the conversation via email.
Following up with non-responder
Email Subject: Re: Reaching out for career advice
Hi Sasha,
This is Ashley from AI Working following up. I know how busy your inbox must be, so just resending in case it fell through the cracks.
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[ The original email should be included here ]
Following up with non-responder
Subject: Re: Reaching out for career advice
Hi Sasha,
This is Ashley from AI Working following up. I know how busy your inbox must be, so just resending in case it fell through the cracks.
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[ The original email should be included here ]
Insight
It's normal to not get a response with your first cold email. Your email has likely been buried amongst other emails in the recipient's inbox.
Send a polite short follow up email like this template. Reply to your original email so the recipient can easily see your previous email.
Asking for an informational interview
Email Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hi Ashley,
I hope all is well. My name is Mark Anthony, and currently I'm a senior at the ABC Business School, minoring in Marketing Psychology. I found your name on our alumni database and I'm very interested in learning more about the marketing field.
I'd love to learn more about your role at AI Working and how you got started in such an exciting and competitive industry. I'd be grateful if you had 10-15 minutes to speak to me about your experience and particularly the choices you made after graduating. Are you free anytime next week?
I have attached a copy of my resume just for your information so that you can have a little more background about me.
Much appreciate you reading this email!
Best,
Rohan
Asking for an informational interview
Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hi Ashley,
I hope all is well. My name is Mark Anthony, and currently I'm a senior at the ABC Business School, minoring in Marketing Psychology. I found your name on our alumni database and I'm very interested in learning more about the marketing field.
I'd love to learn more about your role at AI Working and how you got started in such an exciting and competitive industry. I'd be grateful if you had 10-15 minutes to speak to me about your experience and particularly the choices you made after graduating. Are you free anytime next week?
I have attached a copy of my resume just for your information so that you can have a little more background about me.
Much appreciate you reading this email!
Best,
Rohan
Insight
Note how we ask for advice, not a job. You don't want to be emailing someone that doesn't know you for a job or an interview right off the bat. Build a relationship first!
Highlight specific questions in your email ("is consulting a good fit for me?") and suggest a short meeting - you're more likely to get a response this way.
Re-introduce yourself to an old contact
Email Subject: Hope you're doing well?
Hi Patrick,
You and I met at the APM Conference last year, where we spoke about your role at Facebook. My apologies for not keeping in touch after the conference! I hope it's okay to reach out today.
I've been figuring out my next career move, and product management seems like a great fit for my experience. Facebook's a dream company for me, and if it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about your experience there and if you also think PM is the right fit for me.
Do you have time for a 10-15 minute phone call next week? I'd really appreciate it.
Best,
Ashley
P.S. I understand you're busy, so if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email. Thanks!
Re-introduce yourself to an old contact
Subject: Hope you're doing well?
Hi Patrick,
You and I met at the APM Conference last year, where we spoke about your role at Facebook. My apologies for not keeping in touch after the conference! I hope it's okay to reach out today.
I've been figuring out my next career move, and product management seems like a great fit for my experience. Facebook's a dream company for me, and if it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about your experience there and if you also think PM is the right fit for me.
Do you have time for a 10-15 minute phone call next week? I'd really appreciate it.
Best,
Ashley
P.S. I understand you're busy, so if it's easier for you, I'd be happy to send my questions via email. Thanks!
Insight
Sometimes you'll have contacts that you haven't spoken to in a while. You can use a variation of this networking email template to re-introduce yourself or 'warm them up'.
Facilitating an introduction
Email Subject: Can I put you two in touch?
Hey Kate!
I hope you're doing well. A friend I studied with at NYU is looking for a new trading role and he's been closely looking into JPM! I recalled you mentioning you worked there so I thought I could introduce him to you.
Here's his LinkedIn profile: [Link to profile, or attach a resume if you have one]
Any chance I can put him in touch with you to learn more / get some advice?
Thanks!
Rohan
Facilitating an introduction
Subject: Can I put you two in touch?
Hey Kate!
I hope you're doing well. A friend I studied with at NYU is looking for a new trading role and he's been closely looking into JPM! I recalled you mentioning you worked there so I thought I could introduce him to you.
Here's his LinkedIn profile: [Link to profile, or attach a resume if you have one]
Any chance I can put him in touch with you to learn more / get some advice?
Thanks!
Rohan
Insight
If a friend asks you to introduce them to someone in your network and you're happy to do so, it's good practice to ask permission first.
Facilitating an introduction
Email Subject: [Introduction] RW Ventures <--> AI Working
Hello Kate and Rohan,
Hope this email finds you both well.
Kate, I'd like to put you in touch with Rohan. Rohan is the founder of AI Working, a service that helps jobseekers improve their resumes and LinkedIn profiles. I've worked closely with him at Google and his company is doing great.
Rohan, please meet Kate. He's an investor at RW Ventures.
I hope you're able to find time to meet and will let you both take it from here!
-Ashton
Facilitating an introduction
Subject: [Introduction] RW Ventures <--> AI Working
Hello Kate and Rohan,
Hope this email finds you both well.
Kate, I'd like to put you in touch with Rohan. Rohan is the founder of AI Working, a service that helps jobseekers improve their resumes and LinkedIn profiles. I've worked closely with him at Google and his company is doing great.
Rohan, please meet Kate. He's an investor at RW Ventures.
I hope you're able to find time to meet and will let you both take it from here!
-Ashton
Insight
Here's a simple networking email template you can use if you want to introduce two people in your network. Before using this template, we recommend confirming with your connect that they are OK being introduced.
Getting feedback from a blogger/expert
Email Subject: Intro
Hi Alexi,
I found your writing through your post on Medium on how to write better networking emails. That led me to find your Networking Emails blog - it's really an amazing resource for jobseekers! Also great to see you creating content on such a consistent basis.
On a related note, I've also been trying to help applicants in their careers by building software. I made a product called AI Working, which analyses a jobseeker's resume and LinkedIn profile, and identifies critical areas of improvement.
I'm looking to build my network in the education/careers space - my goal is to make the product the most helpful it can be and get it out to as many people as possible.
If you had a few minutes, I'd be super grateful if you could spend a minute or two on the site and let me know what you think of the product. If you had any feedback or general thoughts on how I can improve or grow the product, that would be so appreciated!
Thank you!
Rohan
Getting feedback from a blogger/expert
Subject: Intro
Hi Alexi,
I found your writing through your post on Medium on how to write better networking emails. That led me to find your Networking Emails blog - it's really an amazing resource for jobseekers! Also great to see you creating content on such a consistent basis.
On a related note, I've also been trying to help applicants in their careers by building software. I made a product called AI Working, which analyses a jobseeker's resume and LinkedIn profile, and identifies critical areas of improvement.
I'm looking to build my network in the education/careers space - my goal is to make the product the most helpful it can be and get it out to as many people as possible.
If you had a few minutes, I'd be super grateful if you could spend a minute or two on the site and let me know what you think of the product. If you had any feedback or general thoughts on how I can improve or grow the product, that would be so appreciated!
Thank you!
Rohan
Insight
Reaching out to influencers or bloggers is one way to get coverage on your product or website. However, it's not effective to immediately ask them to cover your product/site in a cold outreach email - it's important to build a relationship first!
One way to build a relationship is by asking for feedback on your product. Here's an example of a networking email template you could use (this is one we used!)
Thank you note after informational interview
Email Subject: Thanks for earlier, Mischa!
Hi Mischa,
It was such a pleasure to meet with you today! Thank you for taking the time to answer my (many) questions and talk about what it's like to work in Product Management and at AI Working - it seems like an amazing place to work.
I promise that I am going to take your advice and I will follow up with you to let you know how the rest of my search goes! I look forward to staying in touch.
Thanks again,
Rohan
Thank you note after informational interview
Subject: Thanks for earlier, Mischa!
Hi Mischa,
It was such a pleasure to meet with you today! Thank you for taking the time to answer my (many) questions and talk about what it's like to work in Product Management and at AI Working - it seems like an amazing place to work.
I promise that I am going to take your advice and I will follow up with you to let you know how the rest of my search goes! I look forward to staying in touch.
Thanks again,
Rohan
Insight
When you get the opportunity to meet someone you've reached out to, it's important that you send them a quick thank you note to let them know that the session was not only valuable, but that you are actually taking action on their advice.
It's good to send a note like this within 24 hours of the meeting.
Follow up email after no response
Email Subject: Re: Reaching out for career advice
Hey Alexi,
I just wanted to follow up with you about grabbing coffee sometime this week.
If you are too busy to do this, I totally understand, and if it'd be easier, I'd absolutely be open to doing a phone/Skype call or just continue the conversation over email. Let me know what works best for you!
Best,
Ashley
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Original Message
From: Ashley Wilson
To: Sasha
Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hello Sasha,
My name is Ashley Wilson and I'm currently a final-year student at the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in Architecture. I came across your profile on LinkedIn when researching RISD alumni in design and noticed that you've held some extremely interesting roles at T-Mobile, Facebook and AI Working. There aren't many people who have had such unique design-centric experiences at not only established companies, but also high growth tech companies and startups!
I'm graduating in May and I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your career path and how you got to where you are today. If you have the time, I will come to you wherever you are, even if it is for 15 minutes.
Does anytime in the next week work for you?
Thanks!
Ashley
Follow up email after no response
Subject: Re: Reaching out for career advice
Hey Alexi,
I just wanted to follow up with you about grabbing coffee sometime this week.
If you are too busy to do this, I totally understand, and if it'd be easier, I'd absolutely be open to doing a phone/Skype call or just continue the conversation over email. Let me know what works best for you!
Best,
Ashley
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Original Message
From: Ashley Wilson
To: Sasha
Subject: Reaching out for career advice
Hello Sasha,
My name is Ashley Wilson and I'm currently a final-year student at the Rhode Island School of Design, majoring in Architecture. I came across your profile on LinkedIn when researching RISD alumni in design and noticed that you've held some extremely interesting roles at T-Mobile, Facebook and AI Working. There aren't many people who have had such unique design-centric experiences at not only established companies, but also high growth tech companies and startups!
I'm graduating in May and I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your career path and how you got to where you are today. If you have the time, I will come to you wherever you are, even if it is for 15 minutes.
Does anytime in the next week work for you?
Thanks!
Ashley
Insight
It's normal to not get a response with your first cold email. Your email has likely been buried amongst other emails in the recipient's inbox.
Send a polite short follow up like this template 4-7 days later. Reply to your original email so the recipient can easily see your previous email. If you don't get a response to the follow up email, be respectful and don't follow up again.
Asking for a referral
Email Subject: Regarding the Associate Design Lead position
Hey Allison,
My name is Kate Griffin and I came across an opening for the Associate Design Lead position at AI Working. I've been closely following AI Working since you guys launched its Score My Resume product - it sounds like it's an exciting time and there's a lot going on!
A little bit about my recent experiences:
- As a designer at ABC Labs, I designed an in-app tutorial which has led to a 40% reduction in the uninstallation rate
- I developed the first version of the company's style guide which can be seen on ABC's page here
I have attached a copy of my resume just for your information so that you can have a little more context. You can also see my public portfolio here.
The job description really aligns well with my experiences and interests. If it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about the company and what the hiring process is like.
Any chance you would be available for a quick call this Thursday at 11am? I can work around your schedule so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks a mil!
� Kate
Asking for a referral
Subject: Regarding the Associate Design Lead position
Hey Allison,
My name is Kate Griffin and I came across an opening for the Associate Design Lead position at AI Working. I've been closely following AI Working since you guys launched its Score My Resume product - it sounds like it's an exciting time and there's a lot going on!
A little bit about my recent experiences:
- As a designer at ABC Labs, I designed an in-app tutorial which has led to a 40% reduction in the uninstallation rate
- I developed the first version of the company's style guide which can be seen on ABC's page here
I have attached a copy of my resume just for your information so that you can have a little more context. You can also see my public portfolio here.
The job description really aligns well with my experiences and interests. If it's okay with you, I'd love to ask you a few questions about the company and what the hiring process is like.
Any chance you would be available for a quick call this Thursday at 11am? I can work around your schedule so if any other day/time works better for you, let me know!
Thanks a mil!
� Kate
Insight
If you know a contact working at a company reasonably well (or a recruiter), you can send some variation of this email template. Highlight a couple of key achievements that stand out from your resume as well as show clear interest in the company.
Asking a blogger to write about your site
Email Subject: Loved your product & interested in connecting
Hey Jack,
Someone in my network forwarded your blog, AI Working, over to me and it's amazing! I shared it on LinkedIn, but would love to quote you or find a way to get your website in front of my users at NetworkingEmails.com.
I just wrote a new guide on how to write high performing cold emails, and it's really aligned with the advice you share on your site. As someone who writes about careers, I thought this is something your readers might also benefit from. If so, would appreciate if you could consider mentioning it in your future writing.
I'm hoping we can find a way to collaborate here that benefits both of us! I'd love to hear what you think. Either way, it would be awesome to stay connected.
Thanks,
Rohan
Asking a blogger to write about your site
Subject: Loved your product & interested in connecting
Hey Jack,
Someone in my network forwarded your blog, AI Working, over to me and it's amazing! I shared it on LinkedIn, but would love to quote you or find a way to get your website in front of my users at NetworkingEmails.com.
I just wrote a new guide on how to write high performing cold emails, and it's really aligned with the advice you share on your site. As someone who writes about careers, I thought this is something your readers might also benefit from. If so, would appreciate if you could consider mentioning it in your future writing.
I'm hoping we can find a way to collaborate here that benefits both of us! I'd love to hear what you think. Either way, it would be awesome to stay connected.
Thanks,
Rohan
Insight
Here's a typical cold outreach template you can use when trying to connect with influencers or bloggers in your industry.
Cold outreach to an alumni
Email Subject: NYU senior - would appreciate your insight
Hi Tim,
My name is Rohan and I'm a senior at NYU. I came across your name on your alumni database. I hope you're doing great!
I am reaching out because I am interested in a job in software engineering, and I want to learn more about the industry. I saw from your LinkedIn profile that you have a lot of unique experiences, both at large enterprises and technology startups.
A bit about me: I'm majoring in Computer Science and last year I did a software engineering internship at AI Working, where I implemented a caching algorithm using Java and Python.
I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your experiences and any recommendations you might have about navigating the job search. Do you have 10-15 minutes for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office (I also live in NY) or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you!
- Rohan
Cold outreach to an alumni
Subject: NYU senior - would appreciate your insight
Hi Tim,
My name is Rohan and I'm a senior at NYU. I came across your name on your alumni database. I hope you're doing great!
I am reaching out because I am interested in a job in software engineering, and I want to learn more about the industry. I saw from your LinkedIn profile that you have a lot of unique experiences, both at large enterprises and technology startups.
A bit about me: I'm majoring in Computer Science and last year I did a software engineering internship at AI Working, where I implemented a caching algorithm using Java and Python.
I'd be so grateful if I could ask you a few questions about your experiences and any recommendations you might have about navigating the job search. Do you have 10-15 minutes for a quick coffee next week? I can come to your office (I also live in NY) or wherever is most convenient for you. I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you!
- Rohan
Insight
Note how we ask for advice, not a job. You don't want to be emailing someone that doesn't know you for a job or an interview right off the bat. Build a relationship first! Highlight specific questions in your email ("is consulting a good fit for me?") and specific experiences you've had that are relevant to the industry (in this case, software engineering) - you're more likely to get a response this way.
Follow up after a company event
Email Subject: Thanks for your presentation!
Hi Martin,
Thank you so much for taking the time to present at the AI Working Annual Event and for speaking with me for a few minutes afterward. It was great to have the opportunity to hear more about AI Working and its internship program.
I am very excited about this internship opportunity and am grateful for your advice on how to highlight my background in engineering on my application.
Thanks,
Sam Perkins
(NYU Class of 2019)
Follow up after a company event
Subject: Thanks for your presentation!
Hi Martin,
Thank you so much for taking the time to present at the AI Working Annual Event and for speaking with me for a few minutes afterward. It was great to have the opportunity to hear more about AI Working and its internship program.
I am very excited about this internship opportunity and am grateful for your advice on how to highlight my background in engineering on my application.
Thanks,
Sam Perkins
(NYU Class of 2019)
Insight
This is a simple networking email template to use if you want to start a relationship with someone you met at an event sponsored by a specific company, for example. You can also use this as a template when requesting a connect on LinkedIn.
You can also reply to this message when you need to reach out in the future, either to mention you applied for the job or even for an informational interview.
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