The Fan Dancer framework\u2014named after the art of revealing just enough to create interest while holding back the full picture\u2014is a masterclass in building curiosity. Think of it as a three-act performance where each section reveals just enough to make prospects crave the next part of your story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But here’s the challenge: Creating this delicate balance of revelation and mystery isn’t intuitive for most sales professionals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Even experienced salespeople often either reveal too much too soon (eliminating the need for follow-up) or remain so vague that prospects can’t see the relevance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This is where AI becomes your choreographer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Tools like ChatGPT can help craft the perfect sequence of revelation, ensuring your emails build just the right amount of curiosity at each stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In this blog, we’ll explore the Fan Dancer framework, provide a ready-to-use ChatGPT prompt, and show you how to implement this approach to transform your cold emails from information dumps into irresistible invitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why the Fan Dancer Framework Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe power of the Fan Dancer approach lies in its understanding of human psychology. By revealing value gradually rather than all at once, you tap into the natural human desire to complete patterns and stories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Focus on the Audience: The Hook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
This isn’t about generic pain points\u2014it’s about showing prospects you understand their specific situation. This component establishes relevance immediately, proving you’ve done your homework and aren’t just sending mass emails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
2. Create Intrigue: The Promise<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Curiosity is a powerful motivator. This section hints at the value without revealing everything, creating a knowledge gap that prospects want to fill. By asking questions rather than making statements, you engage prospects’ own thought processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
3. Reveal Value Gradually: The Pathway<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Value revelation isn’t about feature dumping\u2014it’s about showing a clear path forward. This component demonstrates your solution in action without overwhelming with details, making the next steps feel natural and necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\ud83d\udca1 ChatGPT Prompt: FAN DANCER FRAMEWORK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\nWrite a cold email to {{Fullname}} from {{Company}} using the Fan Dancer framework:<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nThese are inputs about my company which I'm trying to sell:<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nIdeal Customer:<\/strong> {ICP} What does my product do? {Description} \nThe value we provide for the user:<\/strong> {Value Proposition} \nWhat pain points do we solve?<\/strong> {Painpoints} Competitor \nAdvantage:<\/strong> {Competitor Advantage} \nHow we have helped people:<\/strong> {Case Study} \nThis is the input about the prospect:<\/strong> {Prospect_Research}<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nWrite the subject in the following format: <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nKeep it simple, stating the main topic of the email. Avoid being overly creative or fancy. Limit it to 3-4 words max.<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nWrite the email in the following format: <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nFocus on the Audience:<\/strong> State the prospect's specific challenge or pain point, based on insights from {Prospect_Research}. <\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nCreate Intrigue:<\/strong> Describe how solving this challenge will benefit the prospect, preferably using a question format to spark curiosity. <\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nReveal Value Gradually:<\/strong> Unfold how {Description} has solved this problem, step by step. \nEnd with a CTA - either \"worth a chat\" or \"worth exploring\".<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nGuidelines<\/strong>:\n\nKeep the email under 80 words\n\nUse a friendly, direct tone\n\nEnsure all formatting elements are present\n\nAvoid vague terms like \"streamline,\" \"optimize,\" \"maximize\"\n\nBe specific without making assumptions<\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sample Output:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"Sample](\"https:\/\/www.sdrx.ai\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/fan-dance-framework-for-chatgpt.png\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Fan Dancer framework and this prompt provide a powerful approach to crafting cold emails that create curiosity and drive engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But here’s the reality: Executing this framework effectively across hundreds of prospects requires both creative skill and consistent execution\u2014a combination that’s difficult to maintain at scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s why we developed SDRx<\/strong><\/a>\u2014an AI outbound agent that automatically implements the Fan Dancer framework (and others) to create perfectly paced, curiosity-building emails at scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBy analyzing prospect behavior and leveraging 25 copywriting frameworks<\/a>, SDRx generates highly personalized emails at scale, ensuring every outreach is relevant and impactful.<\/p>\n\n\n\nReady to transform your cold emails from information overload to irresistible invitations?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Write a cold email to {{Fullname}} from {{Company}} using the Fan Dancer framework:<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nThese are inputs about my company which I'm trying to sell:<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nIdeal Customer:<\/strong> {ICP} What does my product do? {Description} \nThe value we provide for the user:<\/strong> {Value Proposition} \nWhat pain points do we solve?<\/strong> {Painpoints} Competitor \nAdvantage:<\/strong> {Competitor Advantage} \nHow we have helped people:<\/strong> {Case Study} \nThis is the input about the prospect:<\/strong> {Prospect_Research}<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nWrite the subject in the following format: <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nKeep it simple, stating the main topic of the email. Avoid being overly creative or fancy. Limit it to 3-4 words max.<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nWrite the email in the following format: <\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nFocus on the Audience:<\/strong> State the prospect's specific challenge or pain point, based on insights from {Prospect_Research}. <\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nCreate Intrigue:<\/strong> Describe how solving this challenge will benefit the prospect, preferably using a question format to spark curiosity. <\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nReveal Value Gradually:<\/strong> Unfold how {Description} has solved this problem, step by step. \nEnd with a CTA - either \"worth a chat\" or \"worth exploring\".<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\nGuidelines<\/strong>:\n\nKeep the email under 80 words\n\nUse a friendly, direct tone\n\nEnsure all formatting elements are present\n\nAvoid vague terms like \"streamline,\" \"optimize,\" \"maximize\"\n\nBe specific without making assumptions<\/code><\/pre>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sample Output:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\nConclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The Fan Dancer framework and this prompt provide a powerful approach to crafting cold emails that create curiosity and drive engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
But here’s the reality: Executing this framework effectively across hundreds of prospects requires both creative skill and consistent execution\u2014a combination that’s difficult to maintain at scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
That’s why we developed SDRx<\/strong><\/a>\u2014an AI outbound agent that automatically implements the Fan Dancer framework (and others) to create perfectly paced, curiosity-building emails at scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\nBy analyzing prospect behavior and leveraging 25 copywriting frameworks<\/a>, SDRx generates highly personalized emails at scale, ensuring every outreach is relevant and impactful.<\/p>\n\n\n\nReady to transform your cold emails from information overload to irresistible invitations?<\/p>\n\n\n\n