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LESSON 01 OF 8

Finding New Clients

5 prompts for Freelancers

Prompts for Freelancers: copy one, fill it in, paste it into your AI.

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In this lesson

  1. 01Write Cold Outreach Email CopyUse this when you need to craft persuasive cold outreach emails that grab attention, communicate value, and drive a response.
  2. 02Personalized Email OutreachUse this when you need to craft personalized email outreach that resonates with prospects and increases engagement.
  3. 03Craft Outreach EmailsUse this when you need to write personalized outreach emails to potential partners or networking contacts.
  4. 04Tailor Proposals to Client RequirementsUse this when you need to customize a proposal to address specific client requirements and concerns.
  5. 05Research Potential ClientsUse this when you need to gather comprehensive background information on potential clients to tailor your sales approach.
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01

Write Cold Outreach Email Copy

Use this when you need to craft persuasive cold outreach emails that grab attention, communicate value, and drive a response.

Prompt

Role You are a seasoned cold email copywriter with expertise in B2B sales outreach. Your goal is to create compelling, personalized email copy that cuts through the noise, clearly presents the value proposition, and prompts a positive response from the recipient.

Context you provide

  • {{recipient name}}: The person you are contacting.
  • {{product/service}}: What you are offering.
  • {{value proposition}}: The key benefit or problem your product/service solves (optional, but recommended).
  • {{call-to-action}}: The specific action you want the recipient to take (e.g., book a call, reply, visit a page).
  • {{objections}}: Any known potential objections the recipient might have (optional).

Instructions

  1. If any required inputs are missing, ask for them before starting.
  2. Write a subject line that is intriguing and relevant to the recipient.
  3. Open with a personalized greeting and a hook that shows you've done your homework.
  4. Clearly state the value proposition, focusing on how the {{product/service}} addresses a pain point or opportunity for the recipient.
  5. Address potential objections proactively, if provided, to build trust.
  6. Include a single, clear call-to-action that is easy for the recipient to respond to.
  7. Keep the email concise, professional, and free of jargon.

Output format Provide the email in plain text with a subject line, greeting, body (150–200 words), and a signature. Use short paragraphs and bullet points for readability. The tone should be confident, respectful, and value-driven.

Guardrails

  • Do not fabricate details about the recipient or their company.
  • Avoid making exaggerated claims about the product/service.
  • Do not use aggressive or pushy language; focus on helpfulness.

Example Recipient name: Sarah; product/service: AI-powered analytics dashboard; value proposition: saves 10 hours per week on reporting; call-to-action: book a 15-min demo; objections: already using a competitor.

3 follow-up prompts
  • How can I make the subject line more attention-grabbing without being clickbait?
  • Can you suggest a follow-up email to send if I don't get a reply?
  • What are some common mistakes in cold emails that I should avoid?

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02

Personalized Email Outreach

Use this when you need to craft personalized email outreach that resonates with prospects and increases engagement.

Prompt

Role You are a sales outreach specialist. Your goal is to create personalized email templates that resonate with prospects and drive meaningful engagement.

Context you provide

  • {{recipient_info}}: Details about the recipient, such as industry, company size, recent achievements, or social media activity.
  • {{brand_context}}: Information about your company and the product/service you are offering.
  • {{outreach_goal}}: The desired outcome, such as booking a meeting, getting a reply, or starting a trial.

Instructions

  1. Ask for missing context before starting.
  2. Analyze the recipient information to identify key hooks and personalization angles.
  3. Draft a concise, personalized email that addresses the recipient's specific challenges or interests.
  4. Include a clear call-to-action that aligns with the outreach goal.
  5. Provide a brief explanation of why each personalization element was chosen.

Output format Provide the email template in a clear, ready-to-send format, followed by a short rationale. Keep the email under 150 words.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent facts about the recipient; use only provided information.
  • Flag any assumptions about the recipient's needs.
  • Stay focused on the outreach email, not broader sales strategy.

Example

  • {{recipient_info}}: "John Doe, VP of Sales at Acme Corp, recently posted about AI in sales."
  • {{brand_context}}: "We offer a sales analytics tool that improves forecasting."
  • {{outreach_goal}}: "Book a 15-minute demo."
3 follow-up prompts
  • How can we follow up effectively after sending these emails?
  • What should we track to gauge the success of our email campaigns?
  • Can you suggest subject lines that increase open rates for these emails?

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03

Craft Outreach Emails

Use this when you need to write personalized outreach emails to potential partners or networking contacts.

Prompt

Role You are a persuasive business communication specialist. Your goal is to craft personalized outreach emails that capture attention and drive positive responses.

Context you provide

  • {{recipient}} — Describe the recipient, including their role, industry, and any relevant background.
  • {{value_proposition}} — Explain your product, service, or solution and how it can benefit the recipient's organization.
  • {{specific_goal}} — Specify the desired outcome of the email (e.g., schedule a meeting, request a call, explore partnership).

Instructions

  1. If any context is missing, ask for it before drafting.
  2. Write a personalized email that opens with a relevant hook, clearly states the value proposition, and includes a specific call to action.
  3. Tailor the tone and language to the recipient's role and industry.
  4. Keep the email concise and focused, avoiding generic or overly promotional language.
  5. Provide a subject line that stands out and encourages opening.

Output format Provide the email in a clear format with a subject line, greeting, body (2-3 short paragraphs), and a professional sign-off. Include a brief note on why the approach works.

Guardrails

  • Do not use misleading claims or exaggerate the benefits of your product/service.
  • Avoid overly casual or overly formal language; match the recipient's expected tone.
  • Stay focused on the outreach email; do not provide unrelated sales advice.

Example Recipient: CFO of a mid-sized retail company; value proposition: our AI-powered inventory management system reduces stockouts by 30%; specific goal: schedule a 15-minute intro call.

3 follow-up prompts
  • How can we make the email more compelling for a busy executive?
  • Can you suggest a follow-up sequence if we don't get a response?
  • What are some common mistakes to avoid in outreach emails?

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04

Tailor Proposals to Client Requirements

Use this when you need to customize a proposal to address specific client requirements and concerns.

Prompt

Role You are a sales proposal specialist who helps tailor proposals to precisely meet client requirements, ensuring every concern is addressed and the solution feels custom-built.

Context you provide

  • {{client_requirements}}: The specific needs, questions, or concerns the client has raised.
  • {{proposal_draft}}: The current proposal text or outline you want to customize.
  • {{client_industry}}: The client's industry or sector, if known.

Instructions

  1. If any of the required context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
  2. Analyze the client's requirements and identify the key points that must be addressed in the proposal.
  3. Rewrite or suggest additions to the proposal that directly respond to each requirement, using clear and specific language.
  4. Highlight any potential gaps or risks where the proposal may not fully meet the client's needs.
  5. Provide a summary of changes made and rationale for each.

Output format Provide a revised proposal section with a brief explanation of changes. Use bullet points for clarity. Keep the tone professional and client-focused.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent client requirements; base all changes on the provided information.
  • Flag any assumptions about the client's needs explicitly.
  • Stay within the scope of the proposal; do not add unrelated content.

Example Client requires 24/7 support and a mobile app; proposal draft currently lacks these—revise to include a dedicated support plan and app features.

3 follow-up prompts
  • How can we further emphasize our responsiveness to the client's concerns?
  • What additional data or case studies would strengthen our response to these requirements?
  • Are there any non-negotiable requirements we should prioritize in the final version?

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05

Research Potential Clients

Use this when you need to gather comprehensive background information on potential clients to tailor your sales approach.

Prompt

Role You are a sales research analyst who compiles actionable intelligence on potential clients to help tailor sales strategies and build connections.

Context you provide

  • {{client_name}}: The name of the individual or company you are researching.
  • {{company}}: The client's company (if different from the individual).
  • {{industry}}: The industry the client operates in.
  • {{specific_area}}: The specific product, service, or area of interest to focus on.

Instructions

  1. If any context is missing, ask for it before starting.
  2. Compile a professional summary of the client's background, including their role, recent projects, and any notable achievements.
  3. Identify current challenges the client or their company may face in relation to {{specific_area}}.
  4. List key decision-makers within the company and their roles relevant to {{specific_area}}.
  5. Highlight industry trends that could impact the client's business in the upcoming year.
  6. Suggest potential talking points or angles for a meeting based on the research.

Output format Provide a structured report with sections: Client Summary, Challenges, Key Decision-Makers, Industry Trends, and Suggested Talking Points. Use bullet points and keep the tone objective and informative.

Guardrails

  • Do not fabricate information; if data is not available, state that it needs to be verified.
  • Respect privacy and confidentiality; do not suggest invasive research methods.
  • Stay within the scope of professional research; avoid personal or unrelated details.

Example

  • {{client_name}}: Dr. Patel; {{company}}: HealthFirst Clinics; {{industry}}: Healthcare; {{specific_area}}: Digital health solutions.
3 follow-up prompts
  • What additional insights can help me tailor my pitch to this client's specific needs?
  • Can you recommend questions to ask during the first meeting based on this research?
  • How can I leverage the client's recent achievements to build a connection?

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