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Top 5 myths about cold emailing

Cold emailing has its fair share of misconceptions. Let's debunk the top 5 myths about cold emailing and set the record straight 📧

Myth: Cold emailing is spam.
Fact: Cold emailing, when done professionally and ethically, is a legitimate marketing and networking tool.

Myth: Subject lines don't matter.
Fact: A compelling subject line is crucial for catching the recipient's attention and increasing open rates.

Myth: The more emails you send, the better.
Fact: Quality over quantity. It's better to send well-targeted, personalized emails to fewer recipients than to mass-email a generic message(25 to 50 per account)

Myth: Cold emailing is only for sales.
Fact: Cold emailing can be used for various purposes, including networking, collaboration, and sharing valuable content.

Myth: No response means they're not interested.
Fact: People are busy, and sometimes your email gets lost in their inbox. A follow-up email can often lead to a response from genuinely interested recipients(Use spintax for better email deliverability)

Have you encountered these myths or any others in your cold emailing journey? Let's discuss and share our experiences.

on April 12, 2023
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