Tool: Director.ai
Visit Director.ai and use this prompt:
"Show me all open positions at Y Combinator portfolio companies"
Filter results based on your role (engineering, marketing, design, etc.)
Apply to relevant positions through their official channels
Immediately follow up with the cold email template below
Subject Line:
Following up on [Position] application - [Your Name]
Email Body:
Hi [Founder's Name],
I hope this email finds you well. I recently applied for the [Position Title] role at [Company Name] and wanted to reach out directly to share my enthusiasm for what you're building.
[Company Name]'s approach to [specific company focus/mission] really resonates with me, particularly [mention something specific about their product, recent news, or company values]. Having worked in [relevant experience/industry], I've seen firsthand how [relevant challenge they're solving].
I'd love the opportunity to contribute to [Company Name]'s growth. My background in [2-3 key relevant skills/experiences] has prepared me to [specific value you can add]. I'm particularly excited about the possibility of [mention specific aspect of the role or company that excites you].
Would you be open to a brief conversation about how I might contribute to your team? I'm happy to work around your schedule.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Phone Number]
[LinkedIn Profile]
Subject Line:
Following up on [Position] application - [Your Name]
Email Body:
Hi [Founder's Name],
Just applied for the [Position Title] role and wanted to reach out directly. Really impressed by [Company Name]'s work on [specific product/mission].
My background in [2 key skills] aligns well with your goals, especially [specific relevant experience]. Would love to discuss how I can contribute to your team's growth.
Open to a brief call at your convenience?
Best,
[Your Name]
[Phone] | [LinkedIn]
Platform: LinkedIn
Target Criteria: