Hey lemlister! 👋
Let’s talk about something that can transform your cold emails—icebreakers. If you’re wondering what they are and why they matter, you’re in the right place. 😊
What Are Icebreakers & Why Should You Use Them? 🧐
In simple terms, an icebreaker is a personalized, unique sentence tailored for each lead. It’s the perfect way to make a great first impression. Here’s why they’re essential:
Stand out in crowded inboxes: A tailor-made email shows genuine interest, setting you apart from generic pitches.
Boost engagement: Personalized emails dramatically increase your open and reply rates.
💡 Pro Tip from lemlist:
Struggling to come up with creative icebreakers? Try these ideas:
Follow your lead’s recent social media posts and mention something interesting.
Highlight recent company news or achievements.
Find common ground (e.g., career paths, alma mater, shared interests).
How to Use Icebreakers in Cold Emails on lemlist
Adding icebreakers to your campaigns is super easy. Here’s how you can do it step-by-step:
Manual Method:
1️⃣ Open your CSV file and add a column titled "Icebreaker".
2️⃣ Write a unique, personalized sentence for each lead in the corresponding row.
3️⃣ Once you import CSV, map icebreaker column with the {{icebreaker}} variable in lemlist
4️⃣ Add {{icebreaker}} variable to your email and launch your campaign.
The {{icebreaker}} tag will automatically insert your custom sentences for each lead. 🎉
You can preview your email with the personalized icebreakers during the Review Leads step.
Use AI to Generate Icebreakers 🤖
Take your personalization to the next level with AI variables! Here’s how:
1️⃣ Go to your campaign’s Lead section and select the icebreaker variable
2️⃣ Click on the variable and select Use AI
3️⃣ Add a prompt describing what you’d like the AI to generate (e.g., "Create a one-sentence compliment based on LinkedIn profile details.").
4️⃣ In prompts library, search for icebreaker to find templates for icebreaker fonts
5️⃣ Test the AI-generated icebreaker for one lead. If it looks good, generate icebreakers for all leads in one click! 🤗
Once generated, use the {{Icebreaker}} variable in your emails, and voilà! Personalized emails are ready to go. 😍
Why Stop at Icebreakers? 📚
Want more actionable tips to grab your lead’s attention and drive revenue? Check out the lemlist blog for an in-depth guide on personalization and beyond. Click here to explore now!
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Happy outreach! 🚀