What's your go to strategy for building strong relationships through email?

Question

When I first started emailing influencers and professionals, I had no idea how to build meaningful connections. I knew I liked engaging with others, but I didn’t understand how to communicate effectively.

If I could give advice to my younger self, it would be: 
– Focus on creating genuine value in your communication. 
– Personalize your emails to reflect the recipient’s interests or work. 
– Don’t hesitate to negotiate confidently and professionally.

By following these steps, I would have built stronger relationships and achieved better outcomes much earlier.

What advice would you give to your younger self about building relationships through email?

Accepted Answer

I try to check in regularly with my contacts, even if it's just a quick note to say hi. Keeping the lines of communication open helps build trust over time.

Ripha T · Answer

A simple greeting with their name and a few words about their last message can really make a difference.

Mas Esq · Answer

I find that asking open-ended questions is a great way to engage with others.

Michael · Answer

My go-to strategy for building strong relationships through email boils down to authenticity and personalization. People can sense when you're being genuine, so I always make sure my email feel more like a conversation than a transaction

Adnan Salim · Answer

Newsletters are a good start

Vijay Kanth · Answer

@adnanxsalim Agreed, newsletters build trust!

Benjamin Lewis Anderson · Answer

Newsletters are definitely a solid way to nurture relationships over email. I like to segment my list so I can send more personalized content. AI tools like GPT-4 can help with generating relevant newsletter content quickly. Consistency is key - pick a regular cadence whether it's weekly, biweekly or monthly and stick to it so your audience knows what to expect. And always provide value, not just promotion!

Shiva Tejasvi · Answer

Thanks for sharing

Vijay Kanth · Answer

@michael_baumgartner Exactly! Personal touches make emails memorable.

Vijay Kanth · Answer

@bernice_ferguson That's nice. Consistency builds strong trust!

Vijay Kanth · Answer

@ripha_t Absolutely, personal touch matters!

Vijay Kanth · Answer

@mas_esq Great tip! Totally agree!

Xinshu Ta · Answer

thank you for sharing this!

What's your go to strategy for building strong relationships through email?

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