After meetings, interviews, no response. Follow-ups that actually get replies. Copy and customize.
Key: reference the previous conversation, add value, keep it short (3-5 sentences), include clear CTA. Send within 24h.
Subject: Great meeting you — next steps on [Topic]
Hi [Name],
Thanks for taking the time to meet today. I really enjoyed discussing [specific topic]. As mentioned, I'll [action item you committed to] by [date].
Looking forward to [next step]. Let me know if you need anything in the meantime.
Best,
[Your Name]
Subject: Re: [Meeting Topic] — action items
Hi [Name],
Quick recap from our conversation:
1. [Action item 1] — [Owner]
2. [Action item 2] — [Owner]
3. [Action item 3] — [Owner]
I'll have [deliverable] ready by [date]. Sound good?
[Your Name]
Subject: Thank you — [Position] interview
Hi [Interviewer],
Thank you for the opportunity to interview for the [Position] role today. I especially enjoyed learning about [specific thing discussed].
Our conversation reinforced my excitement about [company/team]. I believe my experience in [relevant skill] would be a great fit for [specific need they mentioned].
Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need any additional information.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Subject: Re: [Original Subject]
Hi [Name],
I wanted to follow up on my email from [date]. I know you're busy, so I'll keep this brief.
[One sentence adding new value or context]. Would [specific time] work for a quick call?
Thanks,
[Your Name]
Subject: Quick question about [Topic]
Hi [Name],
I sent a note last week about [topic]. Not sure if it got buried — it happens!
The short version: [1-2 sentence summary]. Can I send over more details?
Cheers,
[Your Name]
Subject: Should I close the loop?
Hi [Name],
I've reached out a couple of times about [topic]. I don't want to be a bother — if the timing isn't right, no worries at all.
If you're still interested, I'm happy to [specific next step]. Otherwise, I'll close this out on my end.
Either way, thanks for your time.
[Your Name]
Subject: Great connecting at [Event]
Hi [Name],
It was great meeting you at [event] yesterday. I really enjoyed our conversation about [topic].
As promised, here's [resource/link/contact you mentioned]. I'd love to continue the conversation — are you free for coffee next week?
Best,
[Your Name]
Subject: [Name] — thought of you
Hi [Name],
We connected at [event] a while back. I came across [article/resource/opportunity] and immediately thought of our conversation about [topic].
[Link or brief description]. Hope it's helpful!
All the best,
[Your Name]
Subject: Re: [Product/Service] for [Company]
Hi [Name],
Following up on our demo last [day]. I've been thinking about [specific challenge they mentioned] and wanted to share how [similar company] solved it using [product feature].
Would it be helpful to walk through that use case? Happy to set up a 15-min call.
Best,
[Your Name]
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Meeting: 24h. Interview: same day. No response: 3-5 days. Sales: 2-3 days.
Max 3. Space: 3 days, 1 week, 2 weeks. After 3, move on.
Re: [original subject] or "Following up on [topic]". Never "Just checking in."
3-5 sentences. Reference previous chat. Add value. Clear CTA.
Wait 3-5 days. Reference original email. Add new value. Ask specific question.