Stalking and cold mails: How Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff was convinced to join a podcast
Venture capitalist Harry Stebbings secured an interview with Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff after sending 53 cold emails. He advocates for persistent, personalized outreach, even calling it being a 'stalker.' Stebbings shared his four-step strategy, emphasizing clear asks, social proof, and unique personal touches like offering Benioff's favorite whiskey to secure the coveted guest.
Venture capitalist Harry Stebbings secured an interview with Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff after sending 53 cold emails. He advocates for persistent, personalized outreach, even calling it being a 'stalker.' Stebbings shared his four-step strategy, emphasizing clear asks, social proof, and unique personal touches like offering Benioff's favorite whiskey to secure the coveted guest.
