Totally get that, starting with their pain point is key. I’ve pushed it even further by name dropping something specific, like “saw your recent post about Y” or “noticed your site struggles with Z.” Makes it feel less like a blast and way more personal. That little detail shows you actually did your homework and aren’t just copying a template. It takes a minute longer but my reply rate shot up when I started doing that too.

Wait, people have to READ about doing that... I just figured it out the first time my tape bubbled up. You put the mud on, let it get kinda sticky, then press the tape in. It's like the most basic part of the job.

Totally get where you're coming from (stale prompts can really drain the fun out of writing). Using different sources, like old photos or weird objects, can help bring new ideas. It's a simple fix that can make your sessions way more fun again.