Write effective cold email in 10 seconds using AI

In our last article, we broke down how to craft the perfect cold email to hit 30–40% open rates and boost response rates by 10% or more.
The secret? Clarity, relevance, and psychology—especially the principle of loss aversion.

But let’s go a step further. Imagine writing these emails at scale, without spending hours tweaking every word. With AI, that’s not just possible—it’s easy.

The goal here is simple: scrape your prospect data to write emails that feel personal and relevant—not generic copy-paste junk with the help of AI.

Why personalization and relevance at scale matters

A quote to remember

“People don’t buy goods and services. They buy relations, stories, and magic.” – Seth Godin

Your prospects don’t need another forgettable, pseudo-personalized email. They need something that resonates.

Stand out in a sea of spam

Every day, your prospects’ inboxes are flooded with emails like this:

“I noticed you went to [university]. How was it?”

Generic. Boring. Destined for the trash.

Build authentic connections

Instead of digging up where someone went to school, focus on what they’re doing right now. Did they post about a new project or funding round? Mention it.

Show them you’re not just sending out another mass email—you’re genuinely interested in their work.

Boost your response rates

By tying your email to something real and relevant, you turn it into more than a pitch. You create a potential solution to a specific problem.

In industries like ceramics, metals, or manufacturing, specifics matter. Talk numbers, timelines, efficiencies—anything concrete that shows you understand their challenges.

Step 1: start with the right data

Before you write a single word, you need to gather actionable data. This is what makes your email feel like it was written just for them.

Your sales info

First, establish who’s reaching out. Keep it short: your name, title, and company.

Example:

Alex Johnson, Business Development Manager at PrecisionCut, a laser-cutting solutions company.

Your company info

Next, establish credibility. Prospects don’t want your life story—they want to know why they should care.

State the problem you solve.
Highlight your service or product.
Add a quick, tangible result.

Example:

At PrecisionCut, we help manufacturers reduce material waste by up to 25% and cut lead times by 40%. Our aerospace clients have seen significant improvements in efficiency using our laser-cutting technology.

The prospect’s info (Your Game-Changer)

This is where you gain your edge. Know your prospect:

Who they are: Name, title, company.
What they’ve been up to: LinkedIn updates, company news (new contracts, expansions).
What they care about: Challenges, growth goals, pain points.

Why does this matter? Because framing your email around their challenges—not your pitch—makes all the difference.

So, how do you scrape? Use Lyne.ai—it’s the best choice (right after using Witty to handle all your prospecting, of course) and the easiest to use.

Step 2: the AI prompt for your cold emails

Crafting the perfect email with AI starts with the right prompt. Here’s a structure you can adapt:

Prompt Structure

You are [your personal info].
You work for [your company info].
Your task: Write a concise, personalized cold email for this prospect: [prospect info].
Objective: Secure a response or schedule a meeting.
Tone: Friendly, approachable, professional.
Keep it simple. Avoid jargon.
Write short sentences (6–7 max).
Don’t oversell or get technical.
Focus on their problem, not your company.
Use numbers or specifics to back up your claims.
Finish with a soft call-to-action (e.g., “Interested in learning more?”).

Tip: The richer your prospect data, the more effective the email.

Output example:

Hi Sarah,

I saw Lockheed Martin’s recent announcement about scaling production capacity—congratulations! Managing growth like this often means tackling material waste.

At PrecisionCut, we help aerospace companies cut waste by up to 25%. For example, one client saved millions while boosting efficiency.

Interested in exploring similar results for Lockheed Martin?

Best,
Alex Johnson
Business Development Manager
PrecisionCut

Step 3: Professional copywriting at scale

Once you’ve drafted your email, refine it using the methods of world-class copywriters like:

Sujan Patel: Short, action-oriented emails with open-ended questions.
Steli Efti: Bold, problem-focused emails with a clear call-to-action.
John Buchan: Creative emails that stand out with humor and charm.
Patrick Dang: Modern emails following the problem-agitation-solution (P.A.S.) framework.
Josh Braun: Persuasive emails that prioritize curiosity over selling.

Example prompt

Rewrite this email in the style of [copywriter’s name].

Output example

Hi Sarah,

Scaling production is exciting—and tricky. One question: What’s your current plan for cutting material waste as production ramps up?

At PrecisionCut, we’ve helped aerospace teams reduce waste by up to 25% without slowing production. If waste reduction is on your radar, let’s connect for 10 minutes.

Does Thursday work for you?

Best,
Alex Johnson
Business Development Manager
PrecisionCut

Conclusion: scale relevance without losing the human touch

Personalizing cold emails doesn’t have to mean hours of manual work.

Scrape: Gather insights (projects, challenges, company updates).
Contextualize: Feed these details into your prompt for tailored emails.
Automate: Streamline your process with tools like n8n, without losing control.
Review: Adjust tone, check details, and keep it human.

The result? Emails that feel personal and drive action—at scale. Don’t wait. Harness AI and data scraping today to write cold emails that truly stand out.