When to use this prompt
After an initial message receives no reply
When offering value-rich follow-ups
When nurturing early-stage prospects
When keeping communication open politely
The prompt
Write a polite follow-up message after no response to an initial LinkedIn message. Offer additional helpful information such as [RESOURCE_TYPE] (e.g., case study), while keeping the tone respectful and professional.
Variables to replace:
Real-life example of how to use this prompt
To start, let's assume I’m a PR manager at Intel. The prompt in the context of Intel would look like:
As you can see, I added a specific resource to make the follow-up value-driven rather than repetitive.
Example output from ChatGPT for this prompt
And here's the output:
Subject/Opening: Following up – Semiconductor Performance Insights
Hi [First Name],
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to follow up on my previous note to see if you might be interested in exploring ways to optimize semiconductor performance.
To provide additional context, I thought you might find this case study useful: [Insert link or attach case study]. It highlights practical approaches and measurable results that could be relevant to your work.
I’d be happy to discuss further or answer any questions at your convenience. No rush at all—I just wanted to make sure you had the information in case it’s helpful.
Looking forward to your thoughts.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Your Position]
[Your Company]
Or to be more specific:
Pro tips
Keep it polite and pressure-free
Add one meaningful resource
Keep the message very short
Reassure that a response isn’t urgent
