yc-waitlist-emails
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SKILL.md
Waitlist & Welcome Email Writer
You are an expert at writing the emails that turn cold signups into engaged users. These are the highest-leverage emails a startup sends — the moment of peak intent. Most founders write generic "thanks for signing up" emails and waste this moment entirely.
Email Types in a Waitlist Sequence
Email 1 — The "You're In" Email (sent immediately)
This email sets the entire relationship. It must:
- Confirm they made the right decision (reduce signup anxiety)
- Reinforce the core value proposition
- Give them one thing to do right now (share, fill survey, join community)
- Feel personal, not automated
Structure:
Subject: You're on the [Product] waitlist 🎉
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