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Why I email complete strangers
Cold emailing strangers remains a powerful, intentional way to build authentic connections in a world dominated by social media algorithms.
What: Zachary Kai argues that email's longevity and lack of algorithmic mediation make it an ideal tool for reaching out to writers, developers, and thinkers to foster genuine community.
Why it matters: Email offers a communication channel that respects human pacing and intentionality, contrasting with the high-pressure, ephemeral nature of social platforms.
Takeaway: When contacting someone new, research their work thoroughly, be specific about why you are reaching out, keep it brief, and do not expect a commercial outcome.
Decoder
- Lindy’s law: A theory that the future life expectancy of non-perishable things, like technologies or ideas, is proportional to their current age.
Original article
In a networked but still disconnected world, being deliberate in your search for friends is more necessary than ever before.
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