clay-search

Query Clay and Apollo databases to discover and export prospect lists.

29|12|Updated Mar 30, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/matteotitta/genesys-skills --skill clay-search
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: clay-search
Source: https://github.com/matteotitta/genesys-skills/tree/main/skills/primitives/outbound/research/list-building/clay-search
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/matteotitta/genesys-skills --skill clay-search

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill solves the challenge of manual, time-consuming lead prospecting by automating the discovery of professionals across LinkedIn using advanced filtering and multi-source data aggregation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Multi-Source Discovery: Combines Clay's deep LinkedIn filtering with Apollo's database to identify high-fit prospects.
  • Workflow Integration: Automatically deduplicates results and prepares data for downstream enrichment via Deepline or outreach tools.
  • Use Case: A GTM operator needs to build a list of 500 VPs of Marketing in the SaaS industry; this skill executes the search, filters by seniority and domain, and exports a clean list for email sequencing.

Quick Start

Use the clay-search skill to find contacts at companies in the fintech industry with over 50 employees and export the results to a CSV file.

Frequently Asked Questions about clay-search

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate bulk lead generation using LinkedIn and Apollo?

Automating bulk lead generation executes queries across Clay and Apollo databases using specific professional criteria like domain, title, and seniority. This process filters and deduplicates results to create structured prospect lists for B2B outreach.

Do I need active Clay and Apollo credentials to run outbound prospecting searches?

Yes, active Clay and Apollo credentials are required to run outbound prospecting searches. These credentials authenticate the database queries needed to identify high-fit professionals and generate structured output files.

What's the best way to build a targeted B2B prospect list by seniority and domain?

The best way to build a targeted B2B prospect list is by using multi-source discovery to combine Clay's deep LinkedIn filtering with Apollo's database. This approach filters prospects by seniority and domain to export a clean list for email sequencing.

How does deduplication work when combining contacts from multiple lead generation databases?

Deduplication works by automatically cross-referencing and removing duplicate contacts discovered across Clay and Apollo databases. This ensures the resulting prospect lists contain unique professionals before exporting data for downstream enrichment.

Can I filter professionals by company size during bulk people discovery?

Yes, you can filter professionals by company size during bulk people discovery by applying specific professional criteria. You can target companies based on parameters like industry and employee count to generate highly tailored prospect lists.

What are the limitations of using automated lead generation for B2B outreach?

Limitations include dependency on active Clay and Apollo credentials to execute searches. The automated lead generation process is also constrained by the accuracy of the queried databases and the specificity of the filtering criteria applied during prospect discovery.