AUTHOSFive LinkedIn follow-up examples that continue the conversation
A useful follow-up refers to something the person actually said and gives them a clear, proportionate next step. Start with the latest conversation. Change the timing and wording to match it, and leave the message unsent if the premise is not true.
All examples below are fictional templates. They are not customer messages or evidence of results.
1. Deliver something you promised
Hi [name] — here’s the [resource] we discussed. The section on [specific issue] relates to the question you raised about [context]. Let me know if anything needs explaining.
Use this only when the resource exists and the person asked for it or agreed to receive it. Check the link and access permissions before sending.
2. Answer an open question
You asked whether [requirement] is included. [Direct answer.] The part we would still need to confirm is [unknown]. Would it help if I outlined the two options?
Answer first. Do not use a question as an excuse to restart the pitch. If you do not know the answer, say what needs checking.
3. Follow up after a proposal review
Hi [name] — you mentioned reviewing the proposal after [agreed event]. Has the scope raised any questions? I can clarify [relevant section] if useful.
Use an event or date the person supplied. A proposal being sent is not proof it was read, and silence does not establish an objection.
4. Return at the agreed time
When we last spoke, you suggested revisiting [problem] around [time]. Is that still a priority, or would a later check-in be more useful?
This gives the person a way to update the timing. Remove any assumption that they are ready to buy.
5. Close an unproductive loop
I’ll leave this here for now. If [specific problem] becomes a priority, you’re welcome to pick up the conversation. Thanks for taking a look.
Use judgment about whether another message is helpful at all. A request to stop means stop; it does not call for one more template.
Check four things before sending
- The referenced event or request happened.
- You have read the latest reply, including any change of direction.
- The message contains one useful next step.
- Your record distinguishes a draft from a sent message.
Keep the source conversation and next action together with this follow-up system. If an AI prepares the message, review names, dates, promises and links yourself.