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10 Codex Prompts That 10x SDR Productivity [2026]

· 9 min read
MarketBetter Team
Content Team, marketbetter.ai

GPT-5.3-Codex isn't just for developers. It's the most capable AI assistant for anyone willing to describe what they want in plain English.

These 10 prompts are battle-tested. Copy them, modify them for your workflow, and start saving hours every week.

SDR Productivity Prompts

Before You Start: Quick Setup

Install the Codex CLI:

npm install -g @openai/codex

Or use Codex directly in the OpenAI dashboard at codex.openai.com.

Pro tip: Use mid-turn steering. When Codex starts going in the wrong direction, just interrupt with corrections.


Prompt 1: Instant Company Research Summary

Use case: Before reaching out, get a 60-second briefing on any company.

Research [COMPANY NAME] and create a sales briefing. Include:

1. What they do (2 sentences max)
2. Recent news (funding, acquisitions, product launches, leadership changes)
3. Their likely tech stack (based on job postings)
4. Pain points companies like them typically face
5. Potential conversation starters based on recent events

Format as bullet points. Be specific. Skip anything you can't verify.

Output example:

Acme Corp Briefing

  • B2B logistics software for mid-market freight companies (Series B, 200 employees)
  • Recent: Raised $45M in January, expanding to European markets
  • Tech stack: Salesforce, Snowflake, AWS (based on job postings)
  • Likely pains: Scaling customer support, data integration complexity, international compliance
  • Conversation starter: "Congrats on the European expansion—how's the team handling GDPR compliance for your customer data?"

Time saved: ~15 minutes per prospect


Prompt 2: LinkedIn Profile Analyzer

Use case: Understand your prospect's priorities and communication style.

Analyze this LinkedIn profile and tell me:

[PASTE LINKEDIN PROFILE TEXT]

1. What they care about (based on posts, interests, experience)
2. Their communication style (formal/casual, technical/business)
3. Best topics to lead with
4. What NOT to mention (based on their apparent values)
5. Suggested subject line for a cold email

Be specific. Don't guess—only include what's supported by the profile.

Why it works: Codex picks up on subtle signals in how people present themselves. The "what NOT to mention" is often the most valuable insight.

Time saved: ~10 minutes per prospect


Prompt 3: CRM Data Cleanup Script

Use case: Fix inconsistent data in your CRM without manual editing.

Write a script that:
1. Connects to HubSpot using their API (I'll provide API key later)
2. Finds all contacts where:
- Job title is blank but company is filled
- Phone number format is inconsistent
- Email domain doesn't match company domain
3. For job titles: Enriches using the company's LinkedIn page
4. For phone numbers: Standardizes to E.164 format
5. For mismatched emails: Flags for review (don't auto-change)

Output a report of what would change before actually making changes.

Use Node.js with proper error handling.

Why it works: Codex handles the tedious API work. You get a working script instead of spending hours in the HubSpot UI.

Time saved: 5+ hours of manual cleanup


Prompt 4: Meeting Prep One-Pager

Use case: Walk into every meeting prepared without the prep work.

I have a meeting with [PROSPECT NAME] at [COMPANY] about [TOPIC/PRODUCT].

Create a one-page meeting prep doc:

1. **Key Facts** — Company size, industry, recent news (3-5 bullets)
2. **Likely Objections** — What will they push back on?
3. **Discovery Questions** — 5 questions that uncover real pain
4. **Competitive Position** — Who else might they be talking to?
5. **Success Metrics** — What would make this a "win" for them?
6. **Next Step Options** — 3 logical next steps if the meeting goes well

Keep each section to 3-5 bullets. Prioritize actionable info.

Time saved: ~20 minutes per meeting


Prompt 5: Objection Response Generator

Use case: Never get caught off-guard by common objections.

Generate responses for these sales objections in [INDUSTRY].

For each objection, provide:
1. A brief acknowledgment (show you understand)
2. A reframe (shift the perspective)
3. A proof point (specific example or stat)
4. A question to continue the conversation

Objections:
- "We're already using [COMPETITOR]"
- "We don't have budget this quarter"
- "We need to talk to [OTHER STAKEHOLDERS] first"
- "Can you just send me some info?"
- "The timing isn't right"

Keep responses conversational, not scripted. SDRs need to sound human.

Why it works: You get battle-tested frameworks, not generic scripts. The "question to continue" keeps the conversation moving.


Prompt 6: Email Sequence Builder

Use case: Create a multi-touch sequence in minutes.

SDR Prompts Checklist

Build a 5-email sequence for [ICP DESCRIPTION] selling [PRODUCT/SERVICE].

Sequence structure:
- Email 1: Pattern interrupt (day 1)
- Email 2: Social proof (day 3)
- Email 3: Pain agitation (day 6)
- Email 4: Different angle/use case (day 10)
- Email 5: Breakup email (day 14)

Requirements:
- Subject lines under 40 characters
- Body under 100 words each
- One clear CTA per email
- Personalization placeholders marked with [BRACKETS]
- Tone: professional but not corporate, direct but not pushy

Don't use: "Hope this email finds you well," "Just following up," or "Checking in"

Why it works: The constraints force quality. Specifying what NOT to include prevents generic AI-speak.

Time saved: 1-2 hours per sequence


Prompt 7: Call Script Framework

Use case: Structure your cold calls without sounding robotic.

Create a cold call framework for calling [ICP TITLE] at [COMPANY TYPE].

Structure:
1. **Opening** (5 seconds) — Pattern interrupt, state name/company
2. **Permission** (5 seconds) — Brief reason for call + ask for 30 seconds
3. **Hook** (15 seconds) — Specific pain point or insight
4. **Qualify** (30 seconds) — 2-3 questions to confirm fit
5. **Bridge to meeting** — How to transition if qualified
6. **Objection handlers** — Top 3 objections and responses
7. **Exit** — Graceful close if not interested

Include exact language options, not just concepts. Make it sound natural.

Time saved: 30+ minutes crafting talk tracks


Prompt 8: Lead Prioritization Logic

Use case: Build a scoring system for your specific pipeline.

Create a lead scoring model for my sales process.

Context:
- We sell [PRODUCT] to [ICP]
- Average deal size: [AMOUNT]
- Average sales cycle: [LENGTH]
- Our best customers tend to have: [CHARACTERISTICS]

Build a scoring system (1-100) that weighs:
- Company fit signals (industry, size, tech stack)
- Behavioral signals (website visits, content downloads, email opens)
- Timing signals (funding, hiring, tech changes)

Output as a decision matrix with specific thresholds:
- 80+ → Hot lead, prioritize
- 60-79 → Warm lead, nurture
- 40-59 → Potential, needs more info
- Below 40 → Low priority

Include the logic so I can implement it in my CRM.

Why it works: Codex creates a customized scoring model based on YOUR sales process, not a generic template.


Prompt 9: Competitive Battle Card

Use case: Win more deals against specific competitors.

Create a battle card for competing against [COMPETITOR NAME].

Include:

1. **Positioning Summary** — How they describe themselves vs. how we do
2. **Their Strengths** — What they're actually good at (be honest)
3. **Their Weaknesses** — Where they fall short (with specific examples)
4. **Common Objections** — What prospects say when evaluating them
5. **Discovery Questions** — Questions that expose their weaknesses
6. **Landmines to Plant** — Things to mention early that hurt them later
7. **Proof Points** — Specific wins/case studies against them
8. **Quick Comeback Sheet** — 5 common competitor claims and how to respond

Be specific and tactical. This is for reps who encounter them weekly.

Time saved: 2-3 hours of competitive research


Prompt 10: Proposal Customization Engine

Use case: Customize templates instantly for each prospect.

I have a proposal template for [PRODUCT]. Customize it for [COMPANY NAME].

Original template sections to customize:
- Executive summary (make it about THEIR goals)
- Problem statement (reference THEIR specific challenges)
- Solution overview (connect features to THEIR use case)
- Timeline (adjust for THEIR urgency)
- Investment section (frame ROI for THEIR situation)

Context about this deal:
- [DEAL CONTEXT]

Maintain my company's voice and formatting. Only change the content to reflect this specific prospect's situation.

Output the full customized proposal with changes highlighted.

Why it works: You keep your proven template structure but personalize the substance. Prospects feel like it was written for them—because it was.

Time saved: 45+ minutes per proposal


Bonus: Combining Prompts with OpenClaw

These prompts are powerful on their own. They're unstoppable when automated.

With OpenClaw, you can:

Trigger prompt 1 automatically when a new lead enters your CRM

Run prompt 3 on a weekly schedule to keep data clean

Chain prompts together:

  1. New deal created → Run company research (Prompt 1)
  2. Meeting scheduled → Generate prep doc (Prompt 4)
  3. Proposal requested → Customize template (Prompt 10)

The prompts become agents that work while you sleep.


Tips for Better Prompt Results

1. Be Specific About What You Don't Want

Listing exclusions ("don't use buzzwords," "no generic openers") improves output more than adding requirements.

2. Include Examples

When asking for a specific format or style, paste an example of what good looks like.

3. Use Mid-Turn Steering

GPT-5.3-Codex lets you redirect while it's generating. If you see it going off-track, just tell it.

4. Iterate in the Same Session

Codex maintains context within a session. Follow up with "make it more concise" or "add more specific data points" instead of starting over.

5. Save Your Best Prompts

Build a library of prompts that work for YOUR sales process. They get better as you refine them.


The Productivity Math

TaskManual TimeWith CodexWeekly OccurrencesWeekly Time Saved
Company research15 min2 min204.3 hours
Meeting prep20 min3 min82.3 hours
Email sequences90 min15 min22.5 hours
CRM cleanup3 hours30 min12.5 hours
Proposal customization45 min10 min31.75 hours

Total weekly time saved: ~13 hours

That's 13 hours back for actual selling—calls, meetings, relationship building.


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