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Cold email sequence for B2B sales training — multi-channel sequence

7 steps over 30 days. 6 emails, 1 LinkedIn message.

Charles Perret, founder of devlo

Charles Perret

Founder of devlo.ch · March 2026

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The 7 keys in the sequence

6 emails, 1 LinkedIn message — over 30 days.

EmailTBCEmail #1
Subject: our phone call, {{firstName}}
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, {{Icebreaker1 - example: [I saw on LinkedIn that you… ]}}. Many B2B companies like yours and their sales teams connect with clients through multi-channel prospecting campaigns they’ve designed using our Academy (the most comprehensive and detailed online training available). My research has shown that {{ValueProposition - example: [companyName helps businesses improve their customer experience and increase their return on investment]}}. And you could help even more clients. One of our clients demonstrated that our methodology was worth exploring when they added CHF 3.7 million to their pipeline thanks to 160 qualified leads. Previously, they were wasting hundreds of hours generating poor-quality leads, thereby missing out on numerous lucrative opportunities. It would be great to give you a bit more context over the phone (or perhaps outsource your sales development to our agency?). Are you interested, or am I way off the mark? Best regards from {{city}}, Charles PS: Imagine having access to an unlimited number of qualified leads: your diary could look like this 😉 Charles Perret | CEO Boost your B2B sales with our Agency & Academy Switzerland +41 79 758 64 03 USA ‭+1 (234) 201-8019‬ LinkedIn
Email3 days laterEmail #2
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, I’m writing to follow up on my last email: I thought you might like a bit more context. If you’d like to reach more {{Target Audience - example: C-level executives}} to promote your {{Product: cyber security solution}}, get free access to the first chapter of our Academy. Amongst several tutorials, you’ll learn how to set up an automated outbound campaign on LinkedIn, sending up to 400 invitations per month, completely free of charge. Interested? Kind regards, {{signature}}
Email6 days laterEmail #3
Subject: Chat with {{colleaguename1}}
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, I realise you’re very busy, but I wouldn’t want to miss the opportunity to work with {{companyName}}: should I contact someone else to discuss business development (lead generation, outbound prospecting, etc.)? Perhaps {{colleaguename1}}? Kind regards PS: My to-do list below reminded me to write to you 😉 {{signature}}
Email1 day laterEmail #4
{{firstName}}, I’d like to show you that your leads are our top priority: would you like to receive a free lead generation plan for 100 leads? You shouldn’t be wasting your time generating leads: you should be focusing on what allows you to create the most value: meeting your potential customers, understanding their needs and building a relationship of trust. If you’re interested, could we have a 15-minute chat on the phone to discuss the criteria for your ideal customer profile so we can prepare this project? Perhaps {% assign today = "now" | date: "%A" %}{% case today %}{% when "Monday" %}tomorrow or Wednesday{% when "Tuesday" %}tomorrow or Thursday{% when "Wednesday" %}tomorrow or Friday{% when "Thursday" %}tomorrow or Monday{% when "Friday" %}Monday or Tuesday morning{% when "Saturday" %}next week{% when "Sunday" %}next week{% endcase %}? Kind regards {{signature}}
Email4 days laterEmail #5
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, Since you’re a {{jobtitle}}, what’s stopping you from getting a free lead generation project or learning new customer acquisition methods? Is it because: you don’t do email outreach, cold calling or LinkedIn outreach it’s not the right time for another reason? I’d be delighted to chat with you about how our clients launched their first outreach campaign or improved their previous approach. Kind regards, PS: Here’s a little virtual coffee to get you through the rest of your day :)! {{signature}}
Email4 days laterEmail #6
{% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, So… were my emails really that bad that they didn’t catch your attention? I’ve tried to get in touch with you several times, and if you’re not interested in this discussion, that’s perfectly understandable. I thought it would be a good idea to get in touch because, before we met, our clients were missing out on a lot of opportunities: their sales teams weren’t scheduling enough demos, their conversion rates were disastrous, and they weren’t managing to hit their targets. Kind regards, P.S.: If you’re not interested in working together to grow your business, please let me know and I’ll stop contacting you. {{signature}}
LinkedIn1 day laterLinkedIn login
LinkedIn connection request Sent: 1 day after the last message Content: from Charles’s LinkedIn account {% spin %}{% variation %}Hello{% variation %}Dear{% variation %}Hi{% endspin %} {{firstName}}, Charles from devlo here. I’m looking forward to connecting with you and finding out more about {{companyName}}’s projects. Good luck with your B2B sales initiatives in the third quarter

Why this sequence works

This 8-step campaign over 30 days targets Heads of Sales, founders and CEOs with an approach centred on results-driven proof. Right from the first email, a concrete figure — CHF 3.7 million added to the pipeline thanks to 160 qualified leads — captures the attention of the sales decision-maker. This type of quantified social proof is particularly effective with an audience that thinks in terms of ROI and pipeline.

Offering free access to the first chapter of the Academy in Touch #2 creates a gradual engagement process. Rather than asking for an appointment straight away, the sequence first offers tangible, immediate value. This ‘built-in lead magnet’ technique significantly boosts response rates by reducing friction.

Touch #4 offers 100 free leads — an irresistible offer for a Head of Sales. By combining this offer with a referral to a colleague (Touch #3), the sequence maximises the chances of getting a response, either from the initial prospect or from another decision-maker within the organisation.

What you can learn from this campaign

  • Offer something of value for free before asking for an appointment. Free access to the first chapter or the offer of 100 leads reduces friction and boosts engagement.
  • Use specific pipeline metrics. CHF 3.7 million and 160 qualified leads are more convincing than "improving your results".
  • Include a LinkedIn CTA at the end of the sequence. The LinkedIn connection in Touch #7 extends the relationship beyond the email campaign.
  • Adapt your tone to suit business decision-makers. The language is straightforward and results-oriented — no technical jargon, just business.

When to use this sequence

Sales of B2B training solutions

Your product helps sales teams prospect more effectively. Training programmes, coaching, outbound methodologies — this sequence is your blueprint.

Targeting the Head of Sales and the CEO

Your target audience includes sales directors, founders and CEOs of SMEs. The direct, results-oriented tone is tailored to them.

US and international markets

The video is in English and features US and Swiss phone numbers — suitable for an international audience.

Consultative selling cycle

The free lead magnet (chapter + 100 leads) builds engagement gradually in the run-up to the appointment.

Who can use this sequence?

B2B sales teams

If you sell training, coaching or sales methodology solutions, this section is your starting point.

SDRs aimed at founders and CEOs

The direct, pipeline-focused tone is designed to engage decision-makers at the highest level.

Lead generation agencies

If you are a sales representative working on behalf of clients in the B2B training sector.

Sales performance consultants

Adapt the value proposition to your own results and methodologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many points are needed to appoint a Head of Sales?

Our data shows that 8 touchpoints over 30 days, combining emails, phone calls and LinkedIn, are the best way to reach sales decision-makers. Heads of Sales receive an average of 80+ emails a day — so you need to use multiple channels to get through. The key is to provide tangible value with each touchpoint (free access, lead generation) rather than simply following up.

How can I adapt this module to my training programme?

Three elements to customise: (1) the figure for Touch #1 — replace “CHF 3.7M in pipeline” with your own case study, (2) the lead magnet — offer your own free content in Touch #2, (3) the trial offer — adapt the “100 free leads” to your unique value proposition.

Why use English to target CEOs?

In the international B2B market, English is the default language of business. CEOs and founders of start-ups and scale-ups are accustomed to communicating in English, particularly in the United States and Europe. If your market is exclusively French-speaking, adapt the language but keep the structure and timing unchanged.

Want a customised sequence for your industry?

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Last updated: March 2026