Effective 3-Step LinkedIn Prospecting Framework for Success

Shayaan · 2025-09-09 08:05:06.443358+00

:zap: 3-Step LinkedIn Prospecting Framework (Super Simple) *1. Define your ICP (Ideal Customer Profile)* • Who do you actually want to reach? • Narrow it down: _Role + Industry + Company size_. • Example: “SaaS founders at 1–10 person startups.” *2. Personalize the opener* • Don’t pitch in the connection request. • Use something contextual: “Saw your post on [topic], curious about your take.” • Keep it under 300 characters. *3. Give before asking* • Share a quick tip, resource, or insight first. • Only after engaging, bring up what you’re offering. Example Message Flow • *Connection request:* • “Hey [Name], saw you’re also working in SaaS. Always curious to learn from other founders — would love to connect!” • *After they accept:* • “Appreciate the connect :raised_hands: Out of curiosity, how are you finding [problem they likely face] right now?” Why this works :white_check_mark: Less spammy than cold pitches :white_check_mark: Builds trust first :white_check_mark: Opens doors for real conversations that can later convert

Who do you actually want to reach?
Narrow it down: Role + Industry + Company size.
Example: “SaaS founders at 1–10 person startups.”

Don’t pitch in the connection request.
Use something contextual: “Saw your post on [topic], curious about your take.”
Keep it under 300 characters.

Share a quick tip, resource, or insight first.
Only after engaging, bring up what you’re offering.

Connection request:
“Hey [Name], saw you’re also working in SaaS. Always curious to learn from other founders — would love to connect!”
After they accept:
“Appreciate the connect 🙌 Out of curiosity, how are you finding [problem they likely face] right now?”

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