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Generate Icebreakers with lemlist AI variables

An icebreaker is a personalized sentence crafted for each lead.

It’s the first thing your lead sees, so make it count.

Address something specific to them to grab attention.

Well-made icebreakers make your emails feel personal and tailored.

This leads to higher open and reply rates.

Tips for Crafting Effective Icebreakers

If you’re not sure how to start, here are a few ideas:

1
Engage with your lead’s latest social media posts.
2
Mention news or events related to their company.
3
Highlight any shared connections, like an alma mater or career path.

Using these tips will help you create engaging and personalized icebreakers.

This will boost the effectiveness of your outreach.

Save Time by Using AI for Icebreakers

Writing personalized icebreakers for each lead can take time.

That’s why AI variables are so useful.

They automatically generate personalized sentences for each lead.

This makes your campaigns more effective by boosting open rates and engagement.

Create AI Icebreakers in lemlist

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Go to your leads list and find the icebreaker variable.Click on it and choose Use AI.
2
Click Import template to add an AI icebreaker prompt template.
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In the search bar, type icebreaker. You’ll see two options:
  • Icebreaker based on the company description
  • Icebreaker based on the lead’s job title Choose one and click on Use this prompt.
4
Click on Copy this prompt to your clipboard, then close the window.
5
Paste the prompt in the first window, then click Generate for this lead to preview.If it looks good, click Generate for 1 lead.

Once the icebreaker is generated, you can make edits if needed.To use it in your campaign, just type {{icebreaker}}.

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