Let’s be real, blogger outreach sucks. Even though I have sent a lot of guest post outreach emails to marketers and editors, I still find it as one of the most requiring task as a content marketer.
Having to deal with different bloggers and also having the tough skin to take a lot of NOs isn’t easy. I have had my own fair share in getting rejected and getting the NOs.
And my wish has always been to uncover the secrets of writing outreach emails that convert. And I think I finally figured it out. So far, I have been enjoying a high positive response rates in my outreach.
Through my sharpened guest post outreach skills, I have helped some of my clients get featured in authority sites in various industries. I have also leveraged that to build relationships with some of the best markters in the industry.
But even at that, I still do wish there’s a swipe file for the effective outreach emails that got accepted. This is because the majority of guest posting advice on the internet aren’t practical.
They are all repetition of knowing the prospects before reaching out, personalizing the email, addressing the target by his first name, etc.
Absolutely, these are good advices that you must adhere to. But nothing beats having a look at successful outreach emails of bloggers in the industry rather than a generic advice.
Who wouldn’t want that? That’s what I set out to achieve with this guide. My goal is to make it a swipe file of the best outreach emails. I’ll be surfing the internet for some of the best outreach emails and then update this post.
I aim to take this from 11 to over 100+ guest post / blogger outreach email templates to use.
And you can support me by sharing this article on social media, linking to it to make it accessible for more bloggers, and also email me some of the best outreach emails you find on the internet or have received before.
Before we dive into the list of guest post outreach email templates, here’s my process of finding guest post opportunities.
How to Find Guest Post Opportunities?
One thing that can discourage you from guest posting is the unavailability of opportunities. Bloggers hardly accept guest posts these days; this is why networking is super important.
But It’s easy. Regardless of what niche you are, there are thousands of guest post opportunities under your sleeves. You should start by using “modifiers”, and below are the most common ones:
- keyword + submit a guest post
- keyword + guest post
- Keyword + Write for Us
- keyword + guest post by
- keyword + accepting guest posts
- Keyword + Contributor
- keyword + guest post guidelines
Let’s assume you want to write for a weight loss blog, just head over to google and search “Weight loss + write for us”, you will discover thousands of sites that accept contributors.
Alternatively, You can leverage a tool called drop my link to do the work for you. It’s a free tool that can surf the web to find you sweet guest post opportunities. It’s very handy for bloggers.
Bonus Tip: If you finally discover blogs that accept guest posts, you need their direct email address to reach the right person. I use a tool called Hunter.io to find websites’ email addresses. The tool can find you thousands of email addresses in 2 minutes. Try Hunter.io Here
At this point, let’s dive into the list of effective guest post email templates.
11 Guest Post Email Templates for Effective Blogger Outreach
Below are some of my favorite Guest Blogging Email Templates:
1. Outreach Template 1
Subject: Great content ideas for your blog
Hi [Blogger’s Name],
I have been an active subscriber of [blog name], And I must commend that your contents are soul-touching, actionable, and far from boring.
This morning, I decided to read a few topics on [blog name], to expand my knowledge, and catch some fun. Sadly, I discovered you had not covered these topics.
[Topic 1]
[Topic 2]
[Topic 3]
As a long time follower of [blog name], I believed those topics would add immense value to your audience. I humbly suggest that you add them as soon as possible.
However, If doors are open for valuable contributions, I will be happy to draft a mouth-watering content on this topic [Topic 2], or any of the topics above.
This contribution would contain valuable insights and actionable tips. I will have each point thoroughly explained that anyone could understand.
See some successful guest posts I have contributed to other blogs:
[Link 1]
[Link 2]
[Link 3]
I will be looking forward to your positive response.
Warm Regards,
[Blogger name]
Tip: Before using this blogger outreach email template, make sure the content ideas you are pitching are irresistible. This template might fail if your topics are not eye-catchy or adding any significant value.
2. Outreach Template 2
Subject: Guest Post Proposal
Hi [Bloggers name]
I am [Your Full Name], A big fan of [influencer’s blog].
I love to start by saying thank you for putting up those fantastic contents; It’s hard to find such for free.
Thank you very much!
Anyway, There’s this particular topic [topic 1] I would love to contribute to [influencers blog], I felt it would be an excellent fit for your Audience.
The piece will contain some great points like:
[point 1]
[Point 2]
[Point 3]
To give you an idea of the quality I will be bringing to the table, Check some of my posts:
[Link 1]
[Link 2]
Hopefully, I get a positive response soon.
Regards,
[Your Name]
Tip: This template is suitable for pitching blogs that openly accept guest posts. i.e – they have a “write for us” page.
Want us to handle your guest posting?
We can get you high-authority links and mentions in guest posts.
3. Outreach Template 3
Subject: Guest post request for [blog name]
Hey [First Name],
I’m [Your Name], content creator at [Your Website]. I’m also a regular contributor at [mention a popular blog in your space].
Anyway, I was thinking of some creative content ideas, And I come up with a few:
[Topic 1]
[Topic 2]
[Topic 3]
I wondered if you still accept valuable, actionable, and high-quality guest posts on [Blog name]. I have profound knowledge of the topics mentioned above, and I will love to contribute one of them to your blog.
I promise to fill the piece with solid points and actionable tips. I contribute great content regularly to blogs like [blog 1], [blog 2], [blog 3], and many more.
So, which of the above topics do you think I should write on?
I will be patiently waiting for your feedback. Either way, keep up the amazing content.
Regards,
[Your Name]
Tip: If you already write for authority blogs, this template will earn you many more guest posts opportunities. Bloggers love to accept valuable contributions from authority writers.
4. Outreach Template 4
Subject: Why are we not connecting [blogger’s name]
Hi [Name],
It still baffles me how we have not connected.
Anyway, My Name is {your name}, And I blog at {your blog}. I have read a few of your content since they are mostly related to mine.
I don’t know if you buy the idea of blog collaboration. Our blogs share the same interests and Audience. We could make the best of that opportunity.
Does the idea of guest posting sound cool to you? I will love to contribute a piece to your blog. I will also be glad to see you contribute to my blog anytime.
Let me know if this sounds cool.
Whatever way, Keep up the excellent work {bloggers name}.
Best Regards,
[Your Name]
Tip: This Guest Blogging Email Template is the best for networking. If you discover a blogger in your niche whose blog authority and traffic are similar to yours, this template will work like fire.
5. Outreach Template 5
Subject: I should be your next contributor!
Hey [Name],
My name is [your name], blogging on [your blog].
I noticed you have amazing contributors on [influencers blog], I am wondering if you still accept great contributors to dish out valuable content.
It’s glaring that you only accept unique and valuable contributions. And, I am ready to keep up that standard.
Here are my previous writing samples for reference:
[Sample 1]
[Sample 2]
[Sample 3]
If I look like someone you can accept as a contributor, I will love to kick-off by drafting a post on any of the following content ideas:
[Topic 1]
[Topic 2]
[Topic 3]
Whichever topic you selected, I will be happy to write well-researched content, supported with facts, stats, and screenshots.
I will be awaiting your positive response. Enjoy the rest of the day.
[Your Name]
Tip: If you notice blogs with many authors, it’s a sign the blog accepts contributors even without a “write for us” page. So, You can pitch them with the above template.
6. Outreach Template 6
Subject: Can I submit a valuable Piece?
Hey [Name],
[Compliment here]My name is [Your Name], I am the founder of [blog name].
For a couple of weeks now, I have been working on a mega guide of 3000+ words. The topic is:
[Topic 1]The content is well-researched with actionable tips, valid bullet points, stats, screenshots, and many more.
However, I thought of contributing the content to [Influencers blog] because I love to share it with a bigger audience.
I have attached the doc file. I will love you to go through it and see if it’s worth publishing. I will be waiting for your response. Thank you for your time.
Regards,
[Your Name]Tip: I cautiously use this Guest Post Outreach Template for blogs with really high authority. The chances of getting your content published are not guaranteed, your content has to be good, and a bit of luck on your side.
7. Outreach Template 7
Subject: 3 more Content Ideas from your previous post
Hi [Blogger’s name],
My Name is [Your Name]. I was doing a random search a few months ago when I stumbled upon your blog. Ever since then, I have been sticking around, reading several contents.
However, there’s this particular post that resonates well with me [Post Title]. I enjoyed the way you thoroughly explain all the valid points.
From that post, I was able to extract content ideas that will add more values to your Audience:
[Topic 1]
[Topic 2]
[Topic 3]
I think you should write about the above topics. They are ideas your Audience (including me) will love to read.
However, I don’t know If you do accept valuable, in-depth, and action-driven guest posts, I will love to contribute a masterpiece to your fantastic blog.
I can write a well-researched content on any of the above topics. Just choose a topic, and I will start writing.
Here are a few samples of my recently contributed guest posts to other blogs:
[Sample 1]
[Sample 2]
[Sample 3]
Hoping to get an overwhelming response soon. Whichever way, Keep up the energy [Influencer’s Name].
[Your Name]
Tip: This template is similar to the first one on this list; your chances of getting approved for guest posting is high. It all sums up to if your content ideas are worthy enough to grab the blogger’s attention.
8. Outreach Template 8
Subject: Do you accept quality guest posts?
Hi [blogger’s name],
My name is [your name], from [your website].
I have been a follower of your blog for a while now, and I must say you are delivering top-notch value.
I am dropping you a line to confirm if you accept quality guest posts on [influencer’s blog].
I know you are busy, and I don’t want to take your time. below are samples of my writings if you’d love to check:
[sample 1]
[sample 2]
[sample 3]
Thank you so much for reading. I appreciate it.
Enjoy the rest of the day.
[your Name]
Tip: If you target this Guest Post Email Template to high authority blogs, you won’t even get a reply. But, if you aim for low authority blogs that need content badly, you will win.
9. Outreach Template 9
Subject: [Write something Cool]
Hi [blogger’s Name],
I’m writing to you because I’d love to contribute a guest post on [influencer’s blog].
I came across this offer while I was searching for a great source to write for. I already read all the guidelines.
I’ve been brainstorming some topics that I think your readers would get a ton of value from:
[Topic 1]
[Topic 2]
[Topic 3]
I’ll make sure the piece overflows with information that can’t be found anywhere else.
Cheers, [Your Name]
Tip: This particular template has won me many guest post opportunities; the approval chance is high. The blogs you are pitching are badly in need of Contents. It’s hard they decline you.
10. Outreach Template 10
Subject: I wish to share a Case Study with your Audience
Hi [blogger’s name]
I know you receive tons of emails every day, I promise to take only a minute of your time.
Something magical happened, I was able to [what you achieved] in the space of [time you took to achieve it] using [what you did to achieve it].
I thought I could share this great achievement in the form of a case study with your Audience.
I have records of everything I did during that time, and I am ready to share them.
If I may ask, Should I start drafting the case study?
Thanks for reading through. Stay Safe
[your Name]
Tip: If you excel at doing something, you can write a detailed case study telling all the steps you took to achieve that success. Most of the time, you will be lucky enough to publish your case study on an authority blog. This outreach template should work for you.
11. Outreach Template 11
Subject: [blogger’s name]. You are so incredible!
Hey [Blogger’s Name]
Do you even sleep at night? How do you manage to keep churning out valuable posts consistently?
If there should be a blogger’s award night, You will be going home with most of the awards (No Jokes). Honestly, I am not the only one thinking this way.
Anyway, I was brainstorming some content ideas, and I was able to come up with 3 solid ideas that are a perfect fit for your blog.
[Idea 1]
[Idea 2]
[Idea 3]
I want to know if you still accept quality guest posts, I will love to write and submit in-depth and data-driven content on any of the ideas mentioned above.
Have a glimpse of my writing style:
[Content 1]
[Content 2]
[Content 3]
If you want me to write on an entirely different topic, I will be glad to do so.
I will be awaiting your final pick. My pens are ready.
Best Regards,
[Your Name]
Tip: This outreach template is super-friendly. It can win you a guest post opportunity, especially if the blogger is in a good mood.
Start Pitching
I hope you find these Email Templates For Guest Posts useful. You can tweak them to be more personalized. That will increase your chances of approval. Bloggers tend to pay attention to very personalized pitches.
More importantly, make sure you are sending your emails to the right person. You should use Hunter.io to get the original email addresses of bloggers.
Start pitching and keep winning.
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Mudassir says
Hey Folajomi, thanks for sharing these useful guest post pitch templates. Tweaking some of these can form a great outreach email. A personalized pitch simply means, you’re real, respecting the host’s guidelines and can provide value to their readers.
Have a good day!