{"id":23125,"date":"2026-02-04T14:39:59","date_gmt":"2026-02-04T13:39:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/?p=23125"},"modified":"2026-07-31T10:48:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-31T09:48:02","slug":"email-introduction-examples","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/email-introduction-examples\/","title":{"rendered":"30 Professional Email Introduction Examples for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><b>TL;DR<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good professional email introduction explains why you are writing before giving unnecessary background about yourself.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your identity to one relevant sentence: your name, role, and the detail that establishes context.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">End with one clear next step rather than several competing requests.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match the language and formality to your relationship with the recipient.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use the 30 professional email introduction examples below as starting points, then replace the placeholders with specific details.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the complete writing process, read our guide on<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/how-to-introduce-yourself-in-an-email\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to introduce yourself in an email<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A professional email introduction should quickly answer four questions:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why is this email relevant to the recipient?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Who are you in this context?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why are you contacting them?<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What should they do next?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The strongest introductions do not begin with a biography. They establish context, introduce the sender in one sentence, and move toward one clear purpose.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>\n<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-51025\" src=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Four-step framework for personalizing an email introduction based on timing, identity, purpose, and next action.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3-1536x961.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/3.jpg 1586w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below are 30 email introduction examples for workplace communication, networking, cold sales, referrals, job applications, academic requests, client relationships, and other professional situations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Professional email introduction examples<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use this table to find the right template for your situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; margin: 24px 0;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 950px; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"width: 29%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Situation<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 42%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Best opening approach<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 29%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Template<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Joining a new team<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">State your role and how you will work together<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">New colleague introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Contacting another department<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Explain the shared task or dependency<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Cross-department introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Reaching out through a referral<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Name the mutual contact immediately<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Mutual-connection introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Building your network<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Reference specific work or expertise<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Cold networking introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Contacting a sales prospect<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Lead with a relevant company signal<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Cold sales introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Pitching agency services<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Begin with an observation or result<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Agency introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Applying for a job<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Lead with the most relevant experience<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Job application introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Contacting a professor<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Reference their specific research<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Academic introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Welcoming a customer<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Explain what happens next<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Client introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Introducing two people<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Explain why each person should meet<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Two-person introduction<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h3><b>Workplace email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>1. Introduction to a new colleague<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are joining a team and want to establish an early working relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Quick hello before Monday<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Colleague\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], and I\u2019ll be joining the [Department] team as [Role] on Monday.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I understand we\u2019ll be working together on [Project or responsibility], so I wanted to introduce myself before I start. I\u2019d also appreciate hearing how you currently approach [Relevant area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you have 20 minutes for a quick conversation during my first week?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>2. Introduction to your new team<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are starting a role and introducing yourself to several colleagues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> New [Role] joining the team<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi everyone,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], the new [Role] on the [Team] team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My background is mainly in [Relevant field or responsibility], and I\u2019ll be focusing on [Main priorities]. I\u2019m looking forward to learning how the team currently works and contributing to [Shared objective].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ll arrange a few short introductory conversations during my first weeks, but please feel free to contact me directly about [Relevant topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thanks,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>3. Introduction to a new manager<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to establish expectations with a manager before or shortly after starting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Looking forward to joining [Team name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Manager\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m looking forward to joining the team as [Role] on [Start date].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before I begin, I wanted to ask whether there are any documents, projects, or priorities you recommend reviewing. I\u2019d like to arrive with a clear understanding of what will matter most during my first few weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there anything you would suggest I prepare?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>4. Manager introducing a new employee<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are announcing a new team member to colleagues.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Introducing [New employee\u2019s name], our new [Role]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi team,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[New employee\u2019s name] is joining us as [Role] on [Start date].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They bring experience in [Relevant experience] and will focus primarily on [Main responsibility]. They will work closely with [Teams or colleagues] on [Project or objective].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please join me in welcoming [First name]. I\u2019ll also arrange introductory meetings with the people they will work with most closely.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Manager\u2019s name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>5. Introduction to another department<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You need to begin working with someone outside your immediate team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Introduction regarding [Project or process]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], [Role] on the [Department] team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m currently working on [Project], which involves [Specific connection to their department]. [Colleague or manager] suggested that you would be the right person to speak with about [Topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Could we arrange a short conversation about how your team currently handles this?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>6. Introduction after a role change<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You have been promoted or moved to a different position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A quick update on my new role<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I recently moved into the role of [New position] at [Company].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ll now be responsible for [Main responsibilities], including [Area relevant to the recipient]. Our existing work on [Project or account] will continue, but I will be your main contact for [Specific topic] from now on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Please continue to reach me here if you need anything related to [Area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Networking email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>7. Introduction through a mutual connection<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Someone you both know recommended the introduction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Mutual contact] suggested I reach out<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Mutual contact\u2019s name] suggested I contact you about [Specific topic]. They mentioned that your experience with [Area] would be particularly relevant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], and I work on [Short description of your work]. I\u2019m currently exploring [Specific question or challenge] and would value your perspective.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be open to a 15-minute conversation in the next two weeks?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only mention the mutual connection after receiving permission to use their name.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>8. Cold professional networking introduction<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to contact someone whose work is relevant to yours but have no shared connection.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Question about your work on [Topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I read your [Article, interview, or post] about [Specific topic]. Your point about [Specific idea] was particularly relevant to a project I\u2019m working on.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], [Role] at [Company or organization], where I focus on [Relevant area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be open to a short conversation about [Specific question]? I\u2019d also be happy to share what we have learned from [Related experience].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>9. Introduction after a LinkedIn interaction<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You previously exchanged comments or messages on LinkedIn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Continuing our conversation about [Topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I enjoyed our exchange on LinkedIn about [Specific topic], particularly your point about [Detail].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], and I work on [Relevant area] at [Company]. I wanted to continue the conversation by email because I have a related question about [Specific issue].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be open to comparing notes?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>10. Introduction after a conference or event<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You met the recipient in person and want to continue the relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Great meeting you at [Event name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It was great speaking with you at [Event name] about [Specific topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You mentioned [Point from the conversation], and I said I would send you [Resource, example, or information]. I\u2019ve included it below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019d be glad to continue the conversation once you have had a chance to review it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>11. Introduction to a potential mentor<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are seeking advice from someone with relevant experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Question about your experience with [Topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have followed your work on [Specific area], especially [Project, article, or achievement].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m currently [Short description of your career stage or project] and working through [Specific challenge]. Your experience with [Relevant situation] is closely connected to the decision I am facing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be willing to share your perspective in a short conversation?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid asking someone to become your mentor before you have established a relationship. Begin with one specific question.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><\/p>\n<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-51043\" src=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Recommended email introduction approaches for workplace, networking, sales, career, and client situations.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2-1536x961.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/2.jpg 1586w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/b><\/h3>\n<h3><b>Sales and business email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>12. Cold sales introduction<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You have identified a specific business signal connected to your offer.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Question about [Company]\u2019s [Initiative]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I noticed [Company] recently [Specific event, change, or initiative]. Teams at that stage often encounter [Relevant problem or operational pressure].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name] at [Company]. We work with [Type of customer] on [Specific problem], including [Short proof point where appropriate].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is this something your team is currently addressing?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The opening should connect a real observation to the reason for your message. Adding a company name without explaining its relevance is not meaningful personalization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>13. Agency introduction to a prospective client<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your agency has identified a specific opportunity for the recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> An idea for [Company]\u2019s [Channel or goal]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I noticed [Specific observation about their website, campaign, content, or process].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We recently worked with [Similar company or customer type] on the same issue and achieved [Relevant result] through [Brief explanation of the approach].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I lead [Service or function] at [Agency]. I have one specific idea that may apply to [Company].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would it be useful if I sent you a short outline?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>14. Business partnership introduction<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Two organizations serve related audiences or offer complementary services.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Your company] and [Their company]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Both our teams work with [Shared audience], although we address different parts of [Shared process or problem].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], [Role] at [Company]. I see a possible partnership around [Specific idea], particularly for customers who need both [Their value] and [Your value].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be open to exploring whether the two offers fit together?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>15. Introduction to a referred sales lead<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A customer, partner, or colleague specifically referred the prospect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Referrer\u2019s name] recommended I contact you<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Referrer\u2019s name] mentioned that your team is working on [Specific initiative] and thought our experience with [Related problem] might be relevant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name] at [Company]. We recently worked with [Similar organization or customer type] on [Problem], resulting in [Outcome].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would a short conversation make sense, or is someone else on the team closer to this area?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>16. Introduction to a senior executive<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are contacting a busy senior stakeholder.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Specific business issue]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[One-sentence observation about the company, initiative, or public statement.]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name] at [Company]. We [Specific description of what you do] and recently helped [Relevant customer] achieve [Outcome].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is [Specific question or short conversation] worth discussing?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep the message brief. Senior recipients do not need a long explanation of your background before understanding the reason for the email.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>17. Introduction of a product or service<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are introducing an offer to an audience that may already know your company.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Introducing [Product or service]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We have launched [Product or service] for teams that need to [Specific outcome].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It addresses [Problem] by [Brief explanation of the approach]. For [Customer type], that means [Practical benefit].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I thought it might be relevant because [Recipient-specific reason].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you like a short overview?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>18. Introduction to re-engage a previous lead<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A prospect previously expressed interest but the conversation stopped.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Is [Topic] still relevant?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We spoke in [Month or period] about [Topic]. At the time, you mentioned that [Specific concern, priority, or obstacle] would determine the next step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m reaching out because [New development, useful update, or reason the timing may have changed].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is this worth revisiting, or should I close the loop for now?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For additional sequence advice, read how to send a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/how-to-send-a-follow-up-email-after-no-response\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">follow-up email after no response<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Job and career email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>19. Introduction in a job application email<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are applying directly or responding to a job advertisement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Application for [Role] \u2013 [Relevant qualification]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear [Hiring manager\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have [Number] years of experience in [Area directly connected to the role], including [Relevant achievement or responsibility].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I am applying for the [Role] position because [Specific reason connected to the company, product, or team]. My experience with [Skill or situation] closely matches the requirement to [Relevant responsibility from the job description].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My CV is attached. Would you be available for a short conversation about the role?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kind regards,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>20. Introduction to a recruiter<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are contacting a recruiter about a particular area or opportunity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Role or specialty] opportunities<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Recruiter\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], a [Role or specialty] with experience in [Relevant area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m currently exploring opportunities involving [Specific responsibilities or industry]. My recent work includes [Short, relevant achievement], and I am particularly interested in organizations working on [Area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you currently recruiting for roles that match this background?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>21. Introduction after accepting a job offer<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to establish contact before your start date.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Looking forward to joining [Company]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank you again for the opportunity to join [Company] as [Role]. I\u2019m looking forward to starting on [Date].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019d like to use the time before then to understand the team\u2019s current priorities. Is there anything you recommend reading or preparing before my first day?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>22. Introduction to request a compensation discussion<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to begin a professional discussion about your compensation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Compensation discussion \u2013 [Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Manager\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the past [Period], I have [Result or responsibility] and [Second relevant contribution]. My role has also expanded to include [Additional responsibility].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I would like to discuss whether my current compensation reflects the scope and results of the position.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Could we schedule 30 minutes to review it?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Academic email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>23. Introduction to a professor<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are requesting academic guidance or asking a specific research question.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Question about your research on [Topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear Professor [Last name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m a [Year or program] student at [Institution] working on [Specific topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your research on [Paper, project, or subject] addresses a question I am currently exploring, particularly [Specific aspect]. I have reviewed [Relevant material] but would value your perspective on [Focused question].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you have 15 minutes for a brief conversation in the next two weeks?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kind regards,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>24. Introduction for a research collaboration<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You see a concrete overlap between your work and another researcher\u2019s.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Potential collaboration on [Topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have been following your work on [Research area], particularly [Specific publication or project].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name] at [Institution], where I research [Your area]. I see a possible overlap around [Specific shared question or methodology].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be open to a preliminary conversation about whether a joint project or paper might be worthwhile?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kind regards,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>25. Introduction to join a student group or project<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to contribute to an academic or extracurricular initiative.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Interest in joining [Group or project]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dear [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m a [Year and subject] student at [Institution] with experience in [Relevant skill].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I learned about [Group or project] through [Source] and am particularly interested in its work on [Specific aspect]. I believe I could contribute through [Concrete skill or experience].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is there an application process, or would it be better to arrange a short conversation first?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kind regards,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Client and customer email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>26. Introduction to welcome a new client<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are beginning a new client relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Welcome to [Company] \u2013 what happens next<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Client\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Welcome to [Company]. I\u2019m [Your name], and I\u2019ll be your main contact for [Service, account, or project].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The next step is [Specific action]. After that, we will [Following stage or deliverable].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have included [Relevant document or resource] below. Please reply here if anything is unclear before we begin.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>27. New account manager introduction<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are taking responsibility for an existing client account.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Your new contact at [Company]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Client\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], and I\u2019ll be taking over as your main contact at [Company] from [Date].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have reviewed the account history and the current work on [Project or priority]. [Previous contact\u2019s name] has also briefed me on [Important objective or arrangement].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you have 20 minutes next week to introduce ourselves and review the current priorities?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>28. Introduction of an important customer update<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You are announcing a change that affects existing clients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> [Change] \u2013 what it means for you<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Client\u2019s name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We are updating [Product, plan, pricing, or process] on [Date].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For your account, the main change is [Specific effect]. You will now [Benefit, required action, or new arrangement].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I have included the full details below. Please reply directly if you would like me to explain how the update applies to your team.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Other professional email introduction examples<\/b><\/h3>\n<h4><b>29. Introducing two professional contacts<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You believe two people would benefit from knowing each other.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Introduction: [Name] and [Name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name 1] and [Name 2],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019d like to introduce you because you are both working on [Shared topic or complementary area].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name 1] is [Relevant description and context].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name 2] is [Relevant description and context].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I think a conversation about [Specific overlap] could be valuable. I\u2019ll leave the two of you to take it from here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask both people for permission before making the introduction, especially when one person has requested access to the other\u2019s time or expertise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>30. Introduction for a podcast, article, or event collaboration<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><b>Use when:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> You want to invite someone to contribute to your content or event.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Subject:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Invitation to discuss [Specific topic]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your work on [Specific project, article, or idea] would bring a valuable perspective to a conversation we are preparing about [Topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m [Your name], [Role] at [Company or publication]. We are planning [Podcast, article, webinar, or event] for [Audience], focused on [Specific angle].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you be interested in taking part? I can send the format, timing, and proposed questions first.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best,<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Your name]<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How to personalize a professional email introduction<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A template gives you a structure. Personalization gives the recipient a reason to respond.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before sending any of the examples above, answer four questions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>\n<img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-51037\" src=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1-1024x640.jpg\" alt=\"Four questions a professional email introduction should answer: relevance, identity, purpose, and next step.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" srcset=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1-1536x961.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2026\/02\/1.jpg 1586w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><b>1. Why is this relevant now?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify the event, relationship, project, or need that explains the timing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recipient published something relevant.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Their organization announced a change.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A mutual contact recommended the conversation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You are starting a new role.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A project is moving into a new stage.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You met at an event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A previous conversation needs to continue.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cNow\u201d does not need to mean urgent. It simply gives the message a recognizable context.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Who are you in this situation?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Include only the information that establishes your role in the conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">My name is Alex, and I have more than ten years of experience across several industries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I lead sales operations at [Company], where I manage [Relevant process].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second version explains why the recipient should consider your question or proposal.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Why are you writing?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State the purpose directly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weak purpose:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I wanted to introduce myself and connect.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stronger purpose:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019m contacting you because our teams both work with [Audience], and I see a possible partnership around [Specific service].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cConnecting\u201d is an outcome of the email, not a sufficient reason to send it.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. What is the next step?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose one action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might ask the recipient to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Answer a question<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confirm the correct contact<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review a short resource<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule a brief conversation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Share their availability<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Approve a proposed next step<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not combine several actions in the same closing paragraph.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Good and bad professional email introduction openers<\/b><\/h2>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; overflow-x: auto; margin: 24px 0;\">\n<table style=\"width: 100%; min-width: 1000px; border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #d1d5db;\" border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"width: 34%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Weak opener<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 39%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Stronger alternative<\/th>\n<th style=\"width: 27%; border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; text-align: left; vertical-align: top;\">Why it is better<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">My name is [Name], and I work at [Company].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I noticed [Company] recently [Specific event].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Begins with the recipient\u2019s situation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I hope this email finds you well.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Quick question about [Specific topic].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Removes filler and establishes context<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I wanted to introduce myself.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">[Mutual contact] suggested I reach out.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Gives an immediate reason for the message<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I came across your profile and was impressed.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Your point about [Specific idea] caught my attention.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Replaces generic praise with evidence<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">We are a leading provider of [Service].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">We helped [Similar company] achieve [Relevant result].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Uses concrete proof instead of self-description<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I believe there may be synergy between our companies.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Both our teams work with [Audience], but at different stages of [Process].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Explains the potential overlap<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I know you are busy, so I\u2019ll be brief.<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">I have one question about [Topic].<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Respects time without apologizing<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Can we schedule a meeting to discuss possible opportunities?<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Would a 15-minute conversation about [Specific issue] be useful?<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Defines both the topic and commitment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more subject-line ideas, review these<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/good-cold-email-subject-lines\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cold email subject line examples<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common email introduction mistakes<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>Starting with unnecessary personal background<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recipient does not need your career history before understanding why the message matters.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Introduce only the part of your identity that supports the purpose of the email.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Using an opener that could be sent to anyone<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A first name and company field do not turn generic copy into a personal introduction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask whether your first two sentences could be sent to another person without changing the central idea. If they could, the introduction needs more specific context.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Making several requests<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not ask the recipient to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Book a meeting<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Review a website<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Download a document<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Answer several questions<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forward the email to a colleague<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose the most useful next step.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Writing a long company description<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A professional introduction is not an About Us page.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explain what your company does through the result, problem, or context relevant to the recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Using the wrong level of formality<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cDear Sir or Madam\u201d feels unnecessarily distant in most targeted business communication.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the other extreme, very casual wording may be inappropriate for senior, legal, academic, or regulated contexts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Match the tone to the recipient and existing relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Hiding the purpose<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recipient should not need to reach the final paragraph to understand why you contacted them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">State the purpose in the first few sentences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Copying a template without adapting it<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Placeholders are not the only parts that need changing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adjust:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason for writing<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The level of formality<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The amount of context<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The proof point<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The requested action<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The email length<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The final message should sound natural for the specific relationship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How long should a professional introduction email be?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The appropriate length depends on the context.<\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 100%; 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padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Cold sales introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">50\u2013100 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Relevant trigger, benefit, and low-friction CTA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Networking introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">75\u2013125 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Connection point, relevant background, and request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">New colleague introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">75\u2013150 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Role, shared work, and invitation to connect<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Client introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">75\u2013150 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Responsibility, next step, and contact information<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Job application introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">100\u2013200 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Relevant experience, motivation, evidence, and next step<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Academic introduction<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">100\u2013200 words<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #d1d5db; padding: 14px 16px; vertical-align: top;\">Research context, preparation, focused question, and request<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Length alone does not determine quality.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep a sentence when it establishes relevance, adds credibility, explains the purpose, or moves the recipient toward the next step. Remove it when it does none of those things.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Sending professional introduction emails at scale<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A carefully written introduction still needs to reach the inbox.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For one-off emails to colleagues, clients, recruiters, or academic contacts, a normal mailbox and a personalized message are usually enough.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sales teams and agencies sending cold introductions at scale also need to manage:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Address verification<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mailbox and domain reputation<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sending volume<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalization data<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Follow-up sequences<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reply detection<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Opt-outs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Campaign performance<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read more about<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/blog\/email-deliverability\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">email deliverability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> before increasing outreach volume.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Woodpecker supports personalized cold email sequences, automated follow-ups, email verification, inbox rotation, and automatic sequence stops after a reply.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/woodpecker.co\/signup\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start a free Woodpecker trial<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to turn your introduction templates into structured outreach campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ about professional email introductions<\/b><\/h2>\n<h3><b>What is a good professional email introduction?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A good professional email introduction quickly explains why the message is relevant, identifies the sender in one concise sentence, states the purpose, and ends with one clear next step.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Mutual contact] suggested I reach out because you are working on [Topic]. I\u2019m [Name], [Role] at [Company], where I focus on [Relevant area]. Would you be open to a short conversation about [Specific question]?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The exact wording should reflect your relationship with the recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How do you introduce yourself professionally in an email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begin with the context or reason for writing, then introduce yourself using your name, role, and the detail most relevant to the recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a cold email, establish relevance before discussing yourself. For a new colleague, client, or referral, you may introduce your name and role immediately because the recipient already has a reason to expect the message.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What should I write in the first line of an introduction email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write a sentence that explains why you selected this recipient.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Mutual contact] suggested I contact you about [Topic].\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI noticed [Company] recently [Specific event].\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cYour article about [Topic] raised a question connected to my work.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI\u2019ll be joining the [Team] team as [Role] next Monday.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid filler that does not create context.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Should I say \u201cMy name is\u201d in a professional email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may use \u201cMy name is\u201d in formal or administrative situations, but it is often unnecessary.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The recipient can usually see your name in the From field and signature. In sales and networking emails, use the space to explain why you are writing, then mention your role where it supports the context.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How long should an email introduction be?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most professional introduction emails should be between 50 and 150 words.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Messages to senior executives and cold prospects should generally be shorter. Job applications, academic requests, and formal introductions may need more context.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What subject line should I use for an introduction email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a subject line that identifies the relationship, topic, or reason for writing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Mutual contact] suggested I reach out\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cQuestion about [Company]\u2019s [Initiative]\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cNew [Role] joining the [Team] team\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cApplication for [Role]\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cPotential collaboration on [Topic]\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cGreat meeting you at [Event]\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid vague subject lines such as \u201cIntroduction,\u201d \u201cHello,\u201d or \u201cQuick chat.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How do you introduce two people professionally by email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explain why the introduction is relevant, describe each person briefly, and identify the shared topic.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hi [Name] and [Name],<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019d like to introduce you because you are both working on [Shared topic].<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name] leads [Area] at [Company], while [Name] is currently working on [Relevant project]. I think a conversation about [Specific overlap] could be useful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I\u2019ll leave the two of you to take it from here.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask both people for permission before sharing their contact details.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>How do I end a professional introduction email?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">End with one specific, manageable action.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Examples include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWould you be open to a 15-minute conversation?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIs this something your team is currently considering?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cCould you let me know who handles this area?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWould you like me to send a short overview?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhat does your availability look like next week?\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid endings such as \u201cLet me know your thoughts\u201d when the expected response is unclear.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Check out over twenty email introduction examples to learn from the best and to avoid bad practices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":23151,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[4],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v20.11 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>30 Email Introduction Examples That Get Replies in 2026<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"30 email introduction examples for every situation in 2026. 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