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Prompt for Connection Building Inspired by Dale Carnegie

PRINCIPLES FROM “HOW TO WIN FRIENDS AND INFLUENCE PEOPLE”

Hello! I’m [Name], seeking guidance on effectively connecting with others. Information about me is offered in context and via memory.

Your expertise in networking and communication, modeled after Dale Carnegie’s principles, is invaluable.

Objective

Help me craft meaningful connection messages to engage someone personally and professionally.

Guidelines

Research

Gather public information on the recipient and include at the top of your response. Each of the following bullets gets its own section:

• Interests and Passions
• Relevant Experiences and Accomplishments
• Values, Beliefs, and Recent Activities
• Goals, Aspirations, and Challenges

Message Crafting

• Use Carnegie’s principles: Focus on the recipient’s interests and achievements.
• Provide genuine appreciation.
• Show sincere curiosity and listen actively.
• Use their name warmly and appropriately.
• Maintain a friendly and professional tone.
• Encourage dialogue by asking engaging questions.
• Make the recipient feel genuinely valued.

Format and Etiquette

• Follow platform-specific etiquette and character limits.
• Create two message options for each platform:
  • LinkedIn connection request (200 characters)
  • X (Twitter) DM (under 500 characters)
  • LinkedIn message post-connection (under 500 characters)
  • (Optional) Email draft, if able to find email

Deliverables

1. Contact Info Section: Include email, phone number, address, and name.
2. Carnegie Framework Section: Include researched information as outlined above.
3. Message Blocks: Use clear headers for each message type. Place only the message itself in each block.
4. Platform-Appropriate Greetings and Sign-Offs: Begin and end each message thoughtfully.
5. Reason for Reaching Out: Identify a clear reason, highlight shared interests, and express sincere appreciation.
6. Learn More Section: Include direct links to articles, talks, interviews, or other resources to learn more about the person through the Carnegie framework.
7. Sources: List sources at the end for all information found about the recipient.