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• Scalable Personalization Framework: A methodology for balancing automated outreach with personalized messaging
- Focus on making automated messages feel personally crafted
- Combine technology tools with strategic research
- Aim to maintain intimacy while scaling outreach efforts
• Strategic Outbound Outreach Process:
- Start with positioning and niche selection
- Research and build targeted lists of prospects
- Create personalized message templates based on research
- Use automation tools for consistent follow-up
- Focus on quality over quantity
• LinkedIn Content Strategy:
- “Mythic Content” approach: Stories where prospects are heroes and you’re the guide
- Focus on 10-15 line narrative posts
- Address prospect problems and provide solutions
- Mix personal stories with industry insights
- Aim for thought leadership positioning
• Technology Stack for Modern Recruiting:
- LinkedIn tools: ULink and SkyLeads for outreach
- Data Scraper for email collection
- Seamless.ai for high-quality data
- Sales Navigator for advanced filtering
- Combined email and LinkedIn messaging capabilities
• Market Positioning Methodology:
- Choose specific industry niches
- Test multiple mini-niches through outbound campaigns
- Analyze results to determine most effective areas
- Build authority in chosen specialty
- Adapt positioning based on market feedback
• Business Development Process:
- Research job postings on Indeed/LinkedIn
- Create lists of companies actively hiring
- Identify relevant hiring managers
- Craft personalized outreach based on their current needs
- Implement systematic follow-up sequences
• Economic Downturn Strategy:
- Focus on becoming an industry specialist
- Identify recession-resistant sectors
- Nurture existing relationships
- Maintain consistent marketing presence
- Diversify target industries as needed
• Communication Best Practices:
- Research before reaching out
- Reference specific details about prospects
- Keep messages relevant and concise
- Focus on building relationships
- Maintain professional but personal tone