Prompt library
Write LinkedIn outreach that does not smell like a sequence
The 200-people test is the sharpest filter for outreach that reads as human, and one-line-from-a-phone questions match how LinkedIn actually gets answered. Requiring new value per follow-up replaces persistence theater with earned attention, and the graceful exit protects a small-world reputation.
Last reviewed July 17, 2026
The prompt
Write LinkedIn outreach.
Prospect and the specific reason for contacting them: {{prospect}}
What I want from the exchange: {{goal}}
Produce:
1. Connection request note (under 200 characters): the specific observation that makes it about them, no pitch, no "I'd love to connect" filler. If I gave no specific reason, tell me to go find one; do not write a generic note.
2. First message after acceptance (under 80 words): reference the same observation, offer one thing of value (an insight, a relevant benchmark, a useful comparison), close with a question that can be answered in one line from a phone.
3. The no-reply follow-up for 6 days later (under 40 words): adds one NEW piece of value; never "just bumping this".
4. The exit: the final message that closes gracefully and leaves the door open, because burned bridges compound in small industries.
Bans: "quick question", "synergies", "pick your brain", feature lists, and any message that would still make sense sent to 200 people.Run in idaptOpens a new chat with the prompt prefilled. Nothing sends until you press send.
Fill in the variables
| Variable | What it is | Example |
|---|---|---|
| {{prospect}} | Who, and the specific hook | a VP eng who posted about flaky CI pipelines slowing releases |
| {{goal}} | The realistic goal | a 15-minute call about their release process |