cold-email

Write concise cold emails with AIDA, PAS, or BAB frameworks and personalization.

1|Updated Jan 24, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/tawf-labs/zkt-hackathon --skill cold-email-tawf-labs
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: cold-email
Source: https://github.com/tawf-labs/zkt-hackathon/tree/main/.agents/skills/cold-email
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/tawf-labs/zkt-hackathon --skill cold-email-tawf-labs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps you write cold emails that are more likely to receive replies by using proven copywriting frameworks and enforcing practices that make messages short, relevant, and actionable.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Framework-based drafting (AIDA, PAS, BAB): Chooses a structure that matches your goal (meeting, intro, feedback, or sale) and the prospect’s situation to create a clear narrative.
  • Personalization enforcement: Requires a specific first-line opener that references something unique about the target to avoid generic outreach.
  • Conversion and readability guardrails: Enforces a 50–125 word limit, a 3–5 word lowercase subject line, and a single clear call to action suitable for fast mobile reading.
  • Output with accountability: Produces a formatted email plus notes indicating the framework used, the personalization angle, and the final word count.

Quick Start

Tell the AI: cold-email [target] [goal] [context/personalization] to generate a subject line and a 50-125 word email tailored to that person.

Frequently Asked Questions about cold-email

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

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How do I write a cold email that gets replies?

To write a cold email that gets replies, use proven frameworks like AIDA, PAS, or BAB to structure your message. Keep the text concise, personalize the first line to the recipient, and use a single clear call to action to maximize response rates.

What is the best cold email framework for lead outreach?

The best cold email framework depends on your goal: AIDA drives sales through attention and desire, PAS highlights pain points and solutions, and BAB transitions prospects from their current state to a desired outcome.

How long should a personalized cold email be?

A personalized cold email should be between 50 and 125 words. This concise length ensures fast mobile readability and keeps the message focused on a single clear call to action.

How do I personalize a cold email first line?

Personalize a cold email first line by referencing something unique about the target recipient. This avoids generic outreach and immediately demonstrates relevance to increase reply chances.

What should a cold email subject line look like?

A cold email subject line should be 3 to 5 words long and formatted in lowercase. This concise style appears natural and helps maximize open rates.

Can I use cold email copywriting for requesting meetings and feedback?

Yes, you can use cold email copywriting for requesting meetings, introductions, feedback, or sales. The drafting process applies a framework structure that matches your specific outreach objective.