How to research people on AI Research Engines · AI for LinkedIn

Feb '25 • AI Tips

How to research people on AI Research Engines

Step ONE use your evyAI Pro Connections Dashboard to research people on a AI research assistant of your choice.

Specialized LinkedIn Research Prompts

1. Networking Research Prompt

"I'm attending an event where [First Name] [Last Name] from [Company] will be present. Find their professional background, mutual connection opportunities, industry groups they participate in, recent projects or achievements, and conversation starters based on their interests or publications. Also locate their website, social profiles, and any recent talks or presentations they've given. LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]"

2. Prospecting Research Prompt

"Analyze [First Name] [Last Name] at [Company] as a potential client/partner. Identify their decision-making authority, business challenges their company might be facing, recent company initiatives or changes, pain points typical for their role, and potential solutions our services could offer. Include their contact information, professional background, and preferred communication channels. LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]"

3. Marketing Research Prompt

"Research [First Name] [Last Name] who works at [Company] from a marketing perspective. Identify their target audience, content themes, messaging style, engagement strategies, and brand positioning. Find examples of their successful marketing campaigns, content formats they prefer, and platforms they're most active on. Include their website, social profiles, and email for potential collaboration opportunities. LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]"

4. Contact Information Search Prompt

"I need comprehensive contact details for [First Name] [Last Name] at [Company]. Find their direct email address, phone number, office location, executive assistant info (if applicable), social media profiles, personal website, and any alternative communication channels they use professionally. Also note their communication preferences if mentioned anywhere online, and the best times/methods to reach them based on their activity patterns. LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]"

5. Thought Leadership Research Prompt

"Explore the thought leadership profile of [First Name] [Last Name] from [Company]. Compile their published articles, books, podcast appearances, speaking engagements, industry insights, unique perspectives, and areas of expertise. Analyze their key messages, how they position themselves in their industry, and the innovative ideas they're known for. Include their website, blog, social profiles, and platforms where they share their thought leadership content. LinkedIn: [LinkedIn URL]"

Next use one of these 10 focused follow-up prompts to continue your research conversations with AI assistants about a professional contact:

1. Content Analysis

Prompt: "Analyze the last 5 pieces of content published by [Name]. What key themes, opinions, or expertise areas do they emphasize?" Purpose: Identifies their thought leadership focus and current professional priorities.

2. Competitive Positioning

Prompt: "How does [Name]'s approach or solution differ from their top 3 competitors in the [Industry] space?" Purpose: Helps understand their unique value proposition and market differentiation.

3. Pain Point Identification

Prompt: "Based on [Name]'s background and industry, what are the 3 most likely business challenges they help clients solve?" Purpose: Reveals potential conversation angles focused on problems you might help with.

4. Collaboration Opportunities

Prompt: "Identify 3 specific ways my services in [your service] could complement or add value to what [Name] offers." Purpose: Uncovers potential partnership or referral opportunities.

5. Communication Style Analysis

Prompt: "Based on their content and professional presence, what communication style does [Name] seem to prefer? Formal, casual, technical, story-based, or data-driven?" Purpose: Helps you adapt your communication approach to match their preferences.

6. Current Projects Research

Prompt: "What recent projects, initiatives, or company changes has [Name] been involved with in the past 6 months?" Purpose: Provides timely conversation topics and shows you're aware of their current focus.

7. Network Mapping

Prompt: "Who are 5 key professionals that [Name] frequently engages with or mentions in their content?" Purpose: Identifies their professional network and potential mutual connections.

8. Industry Challenge Analysis

Prompt: "What are the top 3 industry challenges affecting [Name]'s business right now, and how might they be addressing them?" Purpose: Shows understanding of their business context and positions you as an informed contact.

9. Client Profile Identification

Prompt: "Based on [Name]'s content and services, describe their ideal client profile in detail." Purpose: Helps determine if you fit their target audience or if you serve similar clients.

10. Personal Interest Discovery

Prompt: "Beyond professional interests, what personal causes, hobbies, or activities does [Name] appear to be passionate about?" Purpose: Provides non-business conversation starters that can help build authentic rapport.

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