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ust launched something I’ve been building and testing for cold email automation. 🚀
I wanted a system that goes beyond simply sending emails — one that handles the workflow from lead discovery to cleaner, safer outreach.
So I built a complete automation system covering:
• Podcast lead discovery
• Email data cleaning & AI-assisted review
• Email bounce-risk minimization
• Human approval before sending
• Controlled email sending with duplicate protection
• Google Sheets + n8n Data Table tracking
I’ve also included beginner-friendly setup documentation so users can configure each part without having to reverse-engineer the workflows.
Launch offer: $49 for the first 10 buyers.
Built with n8n, PowerShell, Google Sheets, AI and SMTP.
Would genuinely love feedback from other automation builders here.
I like how the human approval step adds a safety net before the emails go out, and the duplicate guard keeps the list clean.
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