How to Do B2B Email Outreach
B2B email outreach requires research, personalization, and persistence. OutSends equips you with the tools to research prospects, personalize at scale, and sequence follow-ups for maximum response rates.
What you'll need
Before you start, make sure you have the following ready.
- An OutSends account
- A list of target prospects
- Research time per prospect or account
Step-by-step guide
Follow these steps to complete the setup.
Research your prospects
Use LinkedIn, company websites, and news to find relevant talking points. Personalize beyond name.
Write a value-first email
Lead with something specific about their company. Keep it under 150 words. One clear CTA.
Set up a 3-5 step sequence
Email 1: Value intro. Email 2: Case study. Email 3: Social proof. Email 4: Direct ask. Email 5: Breakup.
Use account rotation
Rotate across multiple Gmail accounts to stay under limits and protect deliverability.
Track reply rates by segment
Identify which prospect segments respond best and focus your efforts there.
Tips for best results
Pro tips to get the most out of this setup.
- Include personalized insights from LinkedIn or recent news
- Use "skip on reply" to avoid embarrassing overlap with replies
- A/B test your first email's opening line — it drives 50% of reply decisions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best day to send B2B outreach?
Tuesday-Thursday, 8-10 AM recipient timezone. Avoid Mondays and Fridays.
How long should my B2B sequence run?
2-3 weeks with 4-6 touches. Stretch high-value prospects to 8 touches over 4 weeks.
Should I call or email first?
It depends. For cold outreach, email-first with a follow-up call works well for executive targets.
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