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How to introduce two people over email (including ...
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For instance, here are some things to consider: “Make sure you are comfortable making the intro: If you don’t know one or both of the people you are introducing that well or just aren’t comfortable, it is far better to decline the intro request than make an intro that could make you look bad.” Get approval first: The most common mistake people make is not sending opt-in email first. Everyone is busy and has their own daily workflows. By starting an email thread without asking, you are creating extra work and social pressure for them. Bonus points: Want to stand out? Ask the person if they have dedicated time blocks or days of the week where they like to take intro calls like these.
Make sure you are comfortable making the intro: If you don’t know one or both of the people you are introducing that well or just aren’t comfortable, it is far better to decline the intro request than make an intro that could make you look bad. “Ask the person if they have dedicated time blocks or days of the week where they like to take intro calls like these.” Think about power dynamics: As a good rule of thumb, the more uneven the power dynamic is between the two people, the more you should think about the specific connection request, how to craft the message, and if it makes sense to make the intro at all.
Make sure you are comfortable making the intro: If you don’t know one or both of the people you are introducing that well or just aren’t comfortable, it is far better to decline the intro request than make an intro that could make you look bad. “The most common mistake people make is not sending opt-in email first.” Think about power dynamics: As a good rule of thumb, the more uneven the power dynamic is between the two people, the more you should think about the specific connection request, how to craft the message, and if it makes sense to make the intro at all.
Make sure you are comfortable making the intro: If you don’t know one or both of the people you are introducing that well or just aren’t comfortable, it is far better to decline the intro request than make an intro that could make you look bad. “By starting an email thread without asking, you are creating extra work and social pressure for them.” Think about power dynamics: As a good rule of thumb, the more uneven the power dynamic is between the two people, the more you should think about the specific connection request, how to craft the message, and if it makes sense to make the intro at all.
For instance, here are some things to consider: “Make sure you are comfortable making the intro: If you don’t know one or both of the people you are introducing that well or just aren’t comfortable, it is far better to decline the intro request than make an intro that could make you look bad.” Get approval first: The most common mistake people make is not sending opt-in email first. Everyone is busy and has their own daily workflows. By starting an email thread without asking, you are creating extra work and social pressure for them. Bonus points: Want to stand out? Ask the person if they have dedicated time blocks or days of the week where they like to take intro calls like these.
Get approval first: The most common mistake people make is not sending opt-in email first. Everyone is busy and has their own daily workflows. By starting an email thread without asking, you are creating extra work and social pressure for them. Bonus points: Want to stand out? Ask the person if they have dedicated time blocks or days of the week where they like to take intro calls like these. “As a good rule of thumb, the more uneven the power dynamic is between the two people, the more you should think about the specific connection request, how to craft the message, and if it makes sense to make the intro at all.” Consider what the “ask” is - Make sure you understand the nuance of the request or ask. This is particularly important if you are asking on someone’s behalf to jump on a call, do a sales demo, ask to be considered for a job, etc.