Befriend Future “Me’s”

DMs to send to people who are a few steps ahead of you.

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Hey ____, I'm ____. A [role] who is incredibly similar to you. We both [list similarities].

I ran into your stuff [time] and had to reach out. I'm exploring [hobbies/obsessions/interests] & have some questions.

Lmk if you're free!

Example (Cred: Luke Clancy)

Hey ____, I saw your [where you saw him/her online] and promptly went down a rabbit hole on what you're up to.

I had to sit back for a second because holy shit are we similar. Now, you're a few years ahead of me (I'm a [role]). But the trends match in an eerily similar fashion.

Namely, we both love to connect people together.

I'm figuring out how to intertwine my love of connecting with [role]. I also just love nerding out about that stuff and have a lot of [your network] that you may like to meet!

If you're free, I'd love to hop on a call with you. Or an async chat. That said, I totally understand if you're too busy.

Lmk!

Cheers,
____

Example (Cred: Luke Clancy)

Hey ____,

I'm ____, a [role]. I [what you spent your last x time doing]. This [time frame], I'm exploring [future plans].

Naturally, I'm super curious about your professional journey. [What you've done] are all up my alley. Hell, I even [crazy thing you've done]!

I'd love to get to know you and jam on some ideas. Plus, I think I could introduce you to [your network].

If you're free, let's hop on a call or have an async chat! I already have some good questions cooked up for you. That said, I totally understand if you're too busy.

Lmk!

Cheers,

____

Example (Cred: Luke Clancy)