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Build a Lead Generation System

Use AI to identify, qualify, and reach out to potential leads automatically, combining enrichment tools, personalized email copy, and automation.

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How the data moves

This is a handoff plan, not an automatic integration. Review outputs before the next step. Unlabeled arrows show order, not a verified data format. Use the capability links to explore tool substitutions.

  1. Step 1

    Define Your ICP

    Use ChatGPT to help define your Ideal Customer Profile, industry, company size, job title, pain points, and write a prompt to identify perfect leads.

    Tools

    • ChatGPT logo
      ChatGPT
      • Long form writing
      • Code generation
      • Web research
  2. Step 2

    Build a Lead List

    Use LinkedIn or a lead tool to export a list of prospects matching your ICP. Export to a CSV.

    Tools

    No catalog tool specified

  3. Step 3

    Enrich and Research Each Lead

    Use Perplexity to research each company's recent news, funding, or pain points to personalize outreach.

    Tools

    • Perplexity logo
      Perplexity
      • Web research
      • Source synthesis
  4. Step 4

    Write Personalized Email Copy

    Use Claude or Jasper to write personalized cold email sequences for each lead segment, incorporating the research.

    Tools

    • Claude logo
      Claude
      • Long form writing
      • Code generation
      • Web research
    • Jasper logo
      Jasper
      • Long form writing
      • Ad campaign management
  5. Step 5

    Automate Sending and Follow-ups

    Use Zapier or Make to trigger email sequences and schedule follow-ups based on open/click events.

    Tools

    • Zapier logo
      Zapier
      • Workflow automation
      • API integration
    • Make logo
      Make
      • Workflow automation
      • API integration

Time Required

3 hrs setup / ongoing

Expected Result

A semi-automated outbound system that identifies leads, enriches their data, and sends personalized cold emails.

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