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Overview

The People Search tool allows you to find detailed information about individuals using AI-powered search capabilities. Simply activate the tool with @people_search and describe who you’re looking for.
This tool searches public information and professional databases to provide comprehensive profiles and contact details.

How It Works

1

Activate the Tool

Type @people_search in the chat interface to activate the people search functionality.
2

Describe Your Search

Provide any information you have about the person you’re looking for using natural language.
@people_search Find John Smith who works at Google in San Francisco
3

Review Results

Dume.ai will provide comprehensive information including professional background, contact details, and social profiles.

Use Cases

  • Business Development
  • Recruitment
  • Sales & Marketing
  • Professional Networking
Lead Generation
  • Find decision makers at target companies
  • Research potential clients and partners
  • Identify key contacts for outreach
Competitive Analysis
  • Research competitor executives
  • Track industry thought leaders
  • Monitor personnel changes at rivals

Example Commands

@people_search Find information about Mark Peterson, software engineer
@people_search Find Lisa Chen, product manager at Microsoft with MBA background

Information Retrieved

The tool typically provides comprehensive profiles including:
CategoryInformation Available
ProfessionalCurrent role, company, work history, skills
ContactEmail addresses, phone numbers, social profiles
BackgroundEducation, certifications, achievements
SocialLinkedIn, Twitter, GitHub profiles
NetworkMutual connections, professional associations
PublicSpeaking engagements, articles, interviews
All information is sourced from publicly available data and professional databases.

Search Strategies

Most effective when you have both pieces of information:
@people_search Find David Rodriguez, VP of Sales at Salesforce
@people_search Look up Jennifer Kim working at Stripe
Best for: Direct contact lookup, verification of specific individuals
Useful for finding decision makers in specific sectors:
@people_search Find CTOs at cybersecurity startups in Silicon Valley
@people_search Search for healthcare VCs in Boston
Best for: Lead generation, industry research, competitive intelligence
Great for talent acquisition and partnership opportunities:
@people_search Find blockchain developers with 5+ years experience
@people_search Look up former McKinsey consultants in healthcare
Best for: Recruitment, expert identification, collaboration opportunities
Leverage professional networks for warm introductions:
@people_search Find mutual connections between me and Elon Musk
@people_search Search for Stanford alumni working at Y Combinator
Best for: Networking, referrals, relationship building

Best Practices

Effective Search Tips
  • Provide multiple identifying details when possible
  • Use current company information for better accuracy
  • Include location for common names
  • Specify industry or role for broader searches
  • Mention mutual connections when relevant

Search Optimization

1

Start Specific

Begin with the most specific information you have (full name + company).
2

Add Context

Include role, location, or industry details to narrow results.
3

Verify Results

Cross-reference multiple data points to ensure accuracy.
4

Expand Search

Use related searches to find additional contacts or verify information.

Privacy & Ethics

Use people search responsibly and in compliance with privacy laws. Ensure your use case aligns with legitimate business purposes and respect individuals’ privacy preferences.
  • ✅ Professional networking and business development
  • ✅ Recruitment and talent acquisition
  • ✅ Competitive research and market analysis
  • ✅ Event planning and speaker identification

Use with Caution:

  • ⚠️ Personal background checks (verify legal compliance)
  • ⚠️ Unsolicited outreach (respect communication preferences)
  • ⚠️ Sensitive industry research (consider confidentiality)
Always respect professional boundaries and use the information for legitimate business purposes.