linkt-outreach

name	linkt-outreach
description	Draft a LinkedIn connection message and post to Slack for manual sending. Use after /linkt-signals when user wants to reach out to a contact, or when user provides a LinkedIn URL and context for outreach.
user-invocable	true
allowed-tools	mcp__linkt__get_entity_v1_entity, mcp__linkt__get_signal_v1_signal, AskUserQuestion, Read, mcp__slack__slack_post_message

Linkt Outreach Skill

Draft personalized LinkedIn connection requests and post to Slack for manual sending.

Configuration

Slack Channel: #linkt-connections (ID: C0ACE4HJLBD)

Prerequisites

This skill requires Slack MCP to be configured. See docs/slack-setup.md for setup instructions.

Input Context

This skill expects one of:

1. From /linkt-signals: Signal context, company info, and contact with LinkedIn URL
2. Direct invocation: User provides LinkedIn URL and optional context

Required information:

• Contact LinkedIn URL
• Contact name and title
• Company name

Optional but helpful:

• Signal summary (what triggered the outreach)
• Company context (industry, what they do)
• Shared interests or relevant talking points

Workflow

Step 0: Load User Context

First, try to read .claude/user-context.json for personalization context.

If the file exists, load the user context for use in message drafting:

• Company name and description
• User's role
• Value proposition
• Talking points
• User's name (for sign-off)

If the file doesn't exist, continue without user context. Messages will be more generic but still functional. Optionally mention: "Tip: Run /linkt-init to set up your profile for more personalized messages."

Step 1: Gather Context

If invoked directly (not from /linkt-signals), ask the user for:

• LinkedIn profile URL
• Why they want to connect (signal, shared interest, etc.)
• Any specific talking points

If context was passed from /linkt-signals, confirm the details:

**Outreach Context:**
- Contact: [Name] ([Title])
- Company: [Company Name]
- Signal: [Signal summary]
- LinkedIn: [URL]

Is this correct? (yes/edit)

Step 2: Draft Connection Message

Craft a personalized LinkedIn connection request (max 200 characters for connection note).

Message Guidelines:

• Lead with relevance (the signal or shared interest)
• Be specific about why you're reaching out
• Keep it concise and professional
• Avoid generic templates
• Don't be salesy in the connection request

Personalization Rules (when user context is available):

If user context was loaded from .claude/user-context.json:

1. Subtle company reference: Mention user's company naturally when relevant to the signal. Don't force it.

   • Good: "At [Company], we help teams like yours with [relevant capability]"
   • Bad: "[Company] is the #1 solution for..." (too salesy)

2. Value proposition: Weave in the value proposition when it connects to the signal context.

   • If the signal is about AI initiatives and user helps with AI, mention the connection
   • If there's no natural fit, omit it entirely

3. Talking points: Use a talking point only if directly relevant to the contact's situation.

   • Recent funding → mention if discussing growth/scaling
   • Press coverage → mention if it relates to the signal topic
   • Don't shoehorn talking points where they don't fit

4. Sign-off with name: If user.name is set, end with "- [Name]" for a personal touch.

5. Tone alignment: Match the use_case:

   • sales → professional but warm, focus on mutual value
   • recruiting → friendly and opportunity-focused
   • partnerships → collaborative and strategic
   • networking → casual and interest-based

Message Template Structure:

Hi [First Name],

[1-2 sentences referencing the signal and why connecting would be valuable]

[Optional: sign-off with user's name if available]

Example Messages:

Without user context (generic):

Hi Sarah,

Your recent article on AI transformation resonated with me. Would love to connect and exchange insights.

With user context (personalized):

Hi Sarah,

Your article on AI in sales caught my attention - at Linkt, we help GTM teams discover prospects based on these signals. Would love to connect!

- Jack

Step 3: Present Draft for Approval

Show the drafted message to the user:

## LinkedIn Connection Request

**To:** [Name] ([Title]) at [Company]
**Profile:** [LinkedIn URL]

**Draft Message:**
---
[Message content]
---

Character count: [X]/200

**Actions:**
- Type 'send' to post to Slack
- Type 'edit' to modify the message
- Type 'cancel' to abort

Step 4: Handle User Response

If 'edit': Ask the user what they'd like to change, then redraft and present again.

If 'cancel': Acknowledge and exit gracefully.

If 'send': Proceed to Slack posting (Step 5).

Step 5: Post to Slack for Manual Execution

After user approves the draft, post to #linkt-connections (channel ID: C0ACE4HJLBD).

Use mcp__slack__slack_post_message with channel_id: "C0ACE4HJLBD".

Message format:

📬 *LinkedIn Connection Request*

*To:* [Name] ([Title]) at [Company]
*Profile:* [LinkedIn URL]
*Signal:* [Signal summary]

*Draft Message (200 char max):*
> [Message content]

_Copy the message above and send via LinkedIn._

Step 6: Confirmation

After posting to Slack:

**Posted to Slack!**

- Channel: #linkt-connections
- Contact: [Name] at [Company]
- Signal: [Signal type]

**Next steps:**
1. Open the LinkedIn profile: [URL]
2. Click "Connect" → "Add a note"
3. Paste the message from Slack
4. Send the connection request

**Tip:** Follow up in 3-5 days if they accept the connection.

Safety Features

1. Always show draft before posting - User must approve the message
2. Human executes the action - Claude posts to Slack, human sends on LinkedIn
3. Persistent record - Slack provides audit trail of outreach
4. No automation complexity - Avoids browser automation issues

Error Handling

• Slack not configured: Provide manual instructions and suggest running docs/slack-setup.md
• LinkedIn URL invalid: Ask user to verify the URL
• Channel not found: List available channels and ask user to choose

Character Limits

• LinkedIn connection note: 200 characters max
• Keep messages under 180 characters to be safe
• If message is too long, offer to trim it

Do NOT

• Post to Slack without user approval of the draft
• Use generic/template messages without personalization
• Mention specific product pitches in connection requests
• Skip the confirmation step