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I Analyzed 100 AI-Generated Sales Emails—They're All Garbage

October 12, 2025 109 views
Remy Tennant

Remy Tennant is the founder of Sledgehammer, an AI-powered email filter designed to help founders and executives reclaim their inbox from cold outreach. With years of experience in email productivity and AI, Remy is passionate about building tools that save time and increase focus.

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You think AI-generated emails are the future of sales? Well, I've got news for you—they're all garbage. I analyzed 100 of these so-called "intelligent" sales...

You think AI-generated emails are the future of sales? Well, I've got news for you—they're all garbage. I analyzed 100 of these so-called "intelligent" sales emails, and let me tell you, they're as effective as a one-legged man at a butt-kicking contest. You know what these emails are? Spam. Period. The kind that clogs your inbox, steals your time, and makes you question if we've actually progressed since the days of chain letters.

Just yesterday, I opened my inbox to find an AI-generated email with the subject line: "Unlock the Secrets to Success!"—a cliché if I've ever seen one. The body was no better, filled with generic buzzwords and zero personalization. It's like they threw the words "synergy" and "growth hacking" into a blender and hit send. This is why we're drowning in digital noise, and it's costing us big time. According to research by McKinsey, the average worker spends 28% of their workweek on email. That's almost a third of your time! And for what? To sift through AI-generated drivel?

AI Emails: The New Age Spam

Let's call it what it is—AI-generated emails are the new age of spam. Just because a machine spat it out doesn't make it any less of a nuisance. In fact, it's worse. Why? Because these emails are flooding our inboxes at an exponential rate. Every sales team and their grandmother has ChatGPT now, spewing out emails like confetti at a parade.

You think you're special because you got an email with your name in it? Think again. The personalization is about as genuine as a plastic plant. The AI behind these emails might be smart, but it doesn't know you or your needs. It's just a digital parrot, repeating what it thinks you want to hear.

The Productivity Killer

AI-generated emails aren't just annoying; they're productivity killers. Every time you stop to read one of these emails, you're losing focus. It's like trying to concentrate while someone is poking you with a stick. You lose momentum, and before you know it, you've wasted two hours this week alone. That's time you could have spent building your business or actually, you know, working.

And the worst part? You might not even realize how much time you're losing until it's too late. It’s like being in quicksand—slowly sinking until you're in over your head. Tools like Sledgehammer can help filter this nonsense, but the first step is acknowledging you have a problem.

The False Promise of AI Personalization

One of the biggest lies about AI-generated emails is the promise of personalization. Sure, it can spit out your name and maybe your company, but that's where it ends. Personalization isn't just about inserting a few variables into a template. It's about understanding the recipient's needs and crafting a message that resonates.

AI doesn't get that. It can't understand the nuances of a human relationship or the subtleties of a business need. It sees data points, not people. This leads to a disconnect that makes these emails not only ineffective but also irritating.

How Sledgehammer Can Save Your Sanity

Enough is enough. It's time to reclaim your inbox and your sanity. Sledgehammer is here to help. This isn't just another email filter; it's your digital bouncer, keeping the riff-raff out while letting the VIPs in. Sledgehammer uses advanced AI to recognize and block these sales spam emails before they ever hit your inbox. It's like having a personal assistant who knows exactly what you want to see and what you don't.

Imagine waking up to an inbox that's free of clutter. No more sifting through piles of junk to find the one email that actually matters. It's not just a dream—it's a reality with Sledgehammer.

Conclusion: Take Back Control

So what are you waiting for? Stop letting AI-generated emails steal your time and productivity. It’s time to take back control of your inbox. Use tools like Sledgehammer to filter out the noise and focus on what really matters. Because every minute you spend on spam is a minute you're not building your future. And trust me, your future is worth fighting for.

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