# Mission 2: Get Your Data In

> Import contacts and create your first list

Source: https://docs.graph8.com/training/general/first-data/

Before you can do anything in graph8, you need data. This mission walks you through importing contacts and organizing them into a list.

## Step 1: Import contacts

1. Navigate to **Data → Contacts**
2. Click the **Import** button in the top right
3. Select a CSV file from your computer
   - The file should have columns like `email`, `first_name`, `last_name`, `company`
   - graph8 will auto-map common column names
4. Review the column mapping and click **Import**
5. Wait for the import to complete — you'll see a success message with the count

> **Tip:**
> Don't have a CSV ready? Export a small list from your CRM or email tool. Even 10-20 contacts is enough to get started.

## Step 2: Create a list

Lists let you group contacts for targeted outreach.

1. Navigate to **Data → Lists**
2. Click **Create List**
3. Give it a name (e.g., "First Outreach List")
4. Add contacts:
   - Use filters to find specific contacts
   - Or select contacts manually from the grid
5. Save the list

## Step 3: View a company profile

graph8 automatically groups contacts by company.

1. Navigate to **Data → Companies**
2. Click on any company name to see its profile
3. Review the company details:
   - Basic info (industry, size, location)
   - Associated contacts
   - Activity history

Once you've imported contacts, created a list, and viewed a company profile, this mission is complete!