Networking follow-up templates

How do I get better results from networking?

Most networking value is lost in the two days after the event. These templates are starting points, not scripts to send unchanged: keep them specific to the conversation and ask for one clear next step.

Purpose: Follow up promptly, personally and with one clear next action.

Most useful for:: Anyone who collects contacts at events but rarely converts them.
Time required:: About 15 minutes after each event

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After a useful first conversation

Subject: Good to meet you at [event]

Hello [name], it was good to meet you at [event]. I particularly noted our conversation about [specific point]. You mentioned [need or interest], and I thought [resource, person or idea] may be useful. Would [specific next step] suit you?

Offering an introduction

Subject: Introduction to [person or organisation]

Hello [name], following our conversation, I would be happy to introduce you to [person] because [clear relevance]. I will check that both sides are happy first, then make a short email introduction.

Requesting a follow-up meeting

Subject: A short follow-up on [topic]

Hello [name], I enjoyed our discussion about [topic]. There may be a practical fit around [specific opportunity]. Would you be open to a 20-minute call to explore it? I can do [two options].

Following up without a sales pitch

Subject: The information I mentioned

Hello [name], here is the [guide, contact or link] I mentioned. I thought it may help with [their stated issue]. No action needed, but do come back to me if you would like to compare notes.

Polite second follow-up

Subject: Re: [original subject]

Hello [name], I am following up once in case my earlier note was missed. If [topic] is still relevant, I would be happy to [clear next step]. If the timing is not right, no problem at all.

48-hour follow-up checklist

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Add the contact and context to your CRM or contact record.
Send the promised information or introduction.
Make the message specific to the conversation.
Propose one clear next step only.
Set a reminder, then stop after a reasonable final follow-up.
Record the outcome so you can assess the event later.

My follow-up action plan

Priority contact

Promised action

Next step requested

Deadline

Reminder date

Outcome to record

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