15 LinkedIn Follow-Up Message Templates (Copy and Paste)
A follow-up gets answered when it brings something new, such as a resource, a recap or a clear next step, rather than just bumping the thread. Pick your situation below, fill in the details, and send one or two at most, a few business days apart.
15 of 15 follow-up message templates shown
- After connect · Sales · Professional
Thanks for connecting, {firstName}. I saw {company} is {observation}. If {problem} is on your list this quarter, happy to share what has worked for similar teams. If not, no worries.
Why it works: Delivers value first and gives an easy way out.
EXAMPLEThanks for connecting, Dana. I saw Northwind is hiring CSMs. If onboarding is on your list this quarter, happy to share what has worked for similar teams. If not, no worries.182 characters - After connect · Job Seekers · Friendly
Thanks for connecting, {firstName}! I am exploring {role} roles and admire how {company} {detail}. Would you be open to a 15-minute chat about your experience there?
Why it works: Specific admiration and a small, time-boxed ask.
EXAMPLEThanks for connecting, Sam! I am exploring product design roles and admire how Brightline runs research. Would you be open to a 15-minute chat about your experience there?165 characters - After connect · Founders · Friendly
Great to be connected, {firstName}. I enjoyed your post on {topic}. What are you focused on at {company} this year?
Why it works: An open question starts a conversation without selling.
EXAMPLEGreat to be connected, Alex. I enjoyed your post on hiring. What are you focused on at Lumen this year?115 characters - No reply 1 · Sales · Professional
Hi {firstName}, following up on my note about {topic}. I put together a short {resource} on how {similar company} handled it. Want me to send it over?
Why it works: Offers something useful instead of just bumping the thread.
EXAMPLEHi Dana, following up on my note about onboarding. I put together a short checklist on how a similar SaaS team handled it. Want me to send it over?150 characters - No reply 1 · Freelancers · Friendly
Hi {firstName}, just bringing this back to the top of your inbox. Totally fine if the timing is off. Is {topic} still something you are working on?
Why it works: Polite, low-pressure, and asks a yes-or-no question.
EXAMPLEHi Priya, just bringing this back to the top of your inbox. Totally fine if the timing is off. Is your website rewrite still something you are working on?147 characters - No reply 1 · Recruiters · Professional
Hi {firstName}, following up on the {role} role at {company}. Even if now is not the right time, I would be glad to stay in touch for future openings.
Why it works: Keeps the door open, which candidates appreciate.
EXAMPLEHi Sam, following up on the backend role at Lumen Health. Even if now is not the right time, I would be glad to stay in touch for future openings.150 characters - No reply 2 · Sales · Friendly
Hi {firstName}, last note from me on this. If {problem} becomes a priority, I am easy to find here. Wishing you a strong {quarter or season}.
Why it works: A clear final message ends politely and often gets a reply.
EXAMPLEHi Dana, last note from me on this. If onboarding becomes a priority, I am easy to find here. Wishing you a strong Q4.141 characters - No reply 2 · Job Seekers · Professional
Hi {firstName}, I know your inbox is busy, so this is my last follow-up. If you ever have 10 minutes to share advice on breaking into {field}, I would be grateful.
Why it works: Respectful close with a smaller ask.
EXAMPLEHi Riley, I know your inbox is busy, so this is my last follow-up. If you ever have 10 minutes to share advice on breaking into product management, I would be grateful.163 characters - After meeting · Sales, Founders · Professional
Thanks for your time today, {firstName}. As promised, here is {resource}. Next step on my side: {next step} by {date}. Anything I missed?
Why it works: Confirms commitments and makes the next step clear.
EXAMPLEThanks for your time today, Alex. As promised, here is the pricing summary. Next step on my side: a draft proposal by Friday. Anything I missed?137 characters - After meeting · Job Seekers · Friendly
Thank you for the conversation today, {firstName}. Your advice about {topic} was really helpful. I will {action} and let you know how it goes.
Why it works: Gratitude plus action shows you value their time.
EXAMPLEThank you for the conversation today, Taylor. Your advice about portfolio case studies was really helpful. I will rewrite my first one and let you know how it goes.142 characters - After meeting · Freelancers · Professional
Great talking with you, {firstName}. To recap: {summary}. I will send a short proposal by {date}. Let me know if anything changes on your side.
Why it works: A recap prevents misunderstandings and sets expectations.
EXAMPLEGreat talking with you, Priya. To recap: a 6-page site refresh with new copy. I will send a short proposal by Thursday. Let me know if anything changes on your side.143 characters - After event · Sales, Marketers · Friendly
Great meeting you at {event}, {firstName}. You mentioned {topic}; here is the {resource} I talked about. Hope the rest of the conference was useful.
Why it works: Following through on a promise from the event builds trust fast.
EXAMPLEGreat meeting you at SaaStr, Morgan. You mentioned pricing tests; here is the article I talked about. Hope the rest of the conference was useful.148 characters - After event · Job Seekers, Students · Professional
Hi {firstName}, thanks again for chatting at {event}. I followed up on your suggestion to {action}. Would you mind if I kept you posted on my search?
Why it works: Shows you acted on their advice and asks permission to stay in touch.
EXAMPLEHi Jamie, thanks again for chatting at the career fair. I followed up on your suggestion to learn SQL. Would you mind if I kept you posted on my search?149 characters - After connect · Coaches · Friendly
Thanks for connecting, {firstName}. What is the biggest challenge on your plate with {topic} right now? Always curious how others handle it.
Why it works: An easy question that invites a real reply.
EXAMPLEThanks for connecting, Casey. What is the biggest challenge on your plate with team feedback right now? Always curious how others handle it.140 characters - No reply 1 · Founders · Bold
Hi {firstName}, one quick question instead of a long message: is {problem} something {company} is solving this year? A yes or no helps me a lot.
Why it works: Short questions are easier to answer than long pitches.
EXAMPLEHi Alex, one quick question instead of a long message: is churn something Lumen is solving this year? A yes or no helps me a lot.144 characters
How to personalize a template
- Point back to your last message or meeting so they know straight away what this is about.
- Add one new thing: a link, a short recap or a yes-or-no question.
- Keep it short enough to read in the time it takes to open it.
- If two follow-ups get no reply, send a polite close and stop there.
Common mistakes
- Following up the same day you sent the first message.
- Writing "just checking in" with nothing new to say.
- Making the person feel guilty for not replying.
- Sending a third and fourth nudge to someone who has gone quiet.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I wait before following up on LinkedIn?
A few business days is a good default. People need time to see the first message and get to it.
How many follow-ups is too many?
More than two without a reply. A polite final message sometimes gets an answer; anything after that starts to feel like spam.
What should the follow-up actually say?
One line of context, one useful thing, and one easy question. That is usually all it needs.
Do you keep the details I enter?
No. They only fill in the templates on your screen, they never leave your browser, and they disappear when you close the page.
Go further
Write one for your exact situation with the free Follow-up Message. Read How to Follow Up on LinkedIn for the reasoning. Check how a message or post reads with the Post Preview, or browse the full template library.