Gemini Prompt for Networking Introduction

This prompt helps you craft professional networking messages that get responses instead of being ignored. Perfect for job seekers, entrepreneurs, and professionals building meaningful connections. Gemini will create personalized outreach that feels genuine and provides clear value to the recipient.

Works Best With: Gemini (Google AI) | Also works with: ChatGPT, Claude

The Prompt

Write a networking introduction message to [PERSON NAME].

Context:
– Who they are: [JOB TITLE AND COMPANY]
– How I found them: [LINKEDIN, REFERRAL, CONFERENCE, etc.]
– What I do: [MY ROLE AND COMPANY]
– Why I’m reaching out: [JOB SEARCH, PARTNERSHIP, ADVICE, LEARNING, etc.]
– Shared connection: [MUTUAL CONTACT, SHARED INTEREST, COMMON BACKGROUND]
– What I can offer: [HOW I CAN ADD VALUE TO THEM]

Create a message that:
1. Opens with genuine connection point (not generic)
2. Clearly states who I am (one sentence)
3. Explains why I’m reaching out specifically to them
4. Shows I’ve done my research (reference their work/content)
5. Makes a specific, low-effort ask
6. Offers something of value in return
7. Keeps total length under 150 words

Tone: Professional but warm, respectful of their time.
Platform: [LINKEDIN MESSAGE, EMAIL, TWITTER DM, etc.]

Avoid:
– Generic “I admire your work”
– Asking for too much too soon
– Making it all about me

When to Use This Prompt

• You want to connect with someone but don’t know what to say
• Your networking messages aren’t getting responses
• You’re asking for informational interviews or advice
• You want to make a cold intro feel warm and personalized

What You’ll Get

The AI will generate a professional networking message with a genuine opening that establishes connection beyond “I found you on LinkedIn,” brief introduction establishing credibility, clear explanation of why you’re reaching them specifically, evidence you’ve researched their background or work, a specific low-barrier ask that respects their time, reciprocal value offering showing this isn’t one-sided, and concise length that’s scannable on mobile. The message feels personal and thoughtful, not spammy or self-serving.

Why This Prompt Works

• Research requirement: Referencing their specific work proves this isn’t a mass message

• Value exchange: Offering something in return makes the ask feel balanced, not extractive

• Specific ask: Vague “let’s chat” doesn’t work—concrete requests get responses

• Length limit: Busy people won’t read essays—brevity shows respect for their time

How to Customize This Prompt

1. [PERSON NAME] — Their actual name
2. [JOB TITLE AND COMPANY] — Context: “VP Marketing at Stripe,” “Founder of X”
3. [HOW I FOUND THEM] — Source: “saw your talk at SaaStr,” “mutual friend recommended”
4. [MY ROLE] — Your identity: “product manager at early-stage startup”
5. [WHY REACHING OUT] — Goal: “career advice,” “potential collaboration,” “learn about X”
6. [SHARED CONNECTION] — Common ground: “both studied at MIT,” “we’re both in fintech”
7. [HOW I ADD VALUE] — Your offer: “share insights from my research,” “intro to contacts in Y industry”
8. [PLATFORM] — Format: LinkedIn is professional, Twitter is casual

Pro Tips

• Timing matters: Add “when’s the best time to reach out?” to avoid busy periods

• Follow-up ready: Request “also write a follow-up if they don’t respond in 2 weeks” for persistence

• Referral leverage: If you have a mutual connection, get permission to say “[Name] suggested I reach out”

• Content engagement: Reference their recent post/article specifically: “loved your take on [topic]”