# Networking Outreach Message Writer

Writes short, specific LinkedIn or email outreach messages to recruiters, hiring managers, or industry contacts that get replies.

## Prompt

Write a short outreach message (under 100 words) for {{platform_linkedin_or_email}} to {{recipient_type_e.g._recruiter_hiring_manager_alumni}}. The message should: reference something specific and genuine about them or their work (not generic flattery), state clearly and briefly who I am and why I'm reaching out, make a small, low-pressure ask (not 'give me a job'), and end with an easy way to respond. Do not use the phrase 'I hope this message finds you well' or other generic openers. Write 2 variations with slightly different angles.

Who I am and my background: {{your_background}}
Who I'm reaching out to and why: {{recipient_context}}
What I'm hoping happens next (informational chat, referral, just building the connection, etc.): {{desired_outcome}}

## Best for

Job seekers doing informational interview outreach, cold networking, or asking for referrals without sounding transactional or generic.

## Compatible tools

- Claude
- ChatGPT

## How to use

- Choose the platform: LinkedIn or email
- Describe the recipient type and any specific detail about them you noticed
- Briefly describe your own background
- State the small ask or desired outcome clearly
- Pick whichever of the two variations feels more natural and personalize it further

## Customization tips

- Add a specific mutual connection's name if you have one to increase response rates
- Ask for a shorter version under 50 words if using LinkedIn's connection request note
- Request a follow-up message template in case they don't respond within a week

## Example input

Platform: LinkedIn. Recipient: hiring manager. Background: recent data analytics bootcamp grad, 2 years in retail management before that. Recipient context: she posted about her team's data culture last month. Desired outcome: a 15-minute informational chat.

## Example output

Two short message variations, each referencing her recent post about data culture, briefly introducing the sender's bootcamp-to-analytics transition, and asking for a 15-minute chat with a simple way to say yes or suggest another time.