Best day & time to send cold emails ?

Hi,

When would be the best day or time to send cold emails to juniors IBD professionals (Analyst and associates), mid ranked IBD professionals (VPs) and the same for Seniors (Directors / MDs)?

Thanks

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Analyst/associate anytime 9-5 M-F, avoid Monday mornings and Friday afternoons.

Other than that most juniors are hyperaware of their inbox and will at least see your email. Getting responses is a game of how busy they are and their mood.

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Agree with Eloquence. When I send emails to Analysts/Associates, I usually do 9am on Tuesday. Everyone's inbox is full Monday morning.

With the few that I've sent to MDs, I've had success with them opening it (I have a plug in for Gmail that gives me read receipts...) when I send before 9am. 7:30-8:30. It's not a science, but I try to maximize the likelihood of a response. Good luck!

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