How to Write Follow Up LinkedIn Messages[21 Free Templates]

This blog is for you…

If you’ve ever stared at a blank screen, wondering how to craft the perfect follow-up message.

Or, if you find yourself using the same old phrases like “Just checking in” for every follow-up.

Then this blog is exactly what you need.

I’ve spent the last 5 years consulting clients on how to boost response rates through cold outreach. In this blog, I’m sharing the most crucial insights, plus 15 ready-to-use templates.

And I know you’re probably wondering, “Why should I follow up?”

Well, our data shows that 65% of your prospects reply after 3 follow ups.

Being persistent pays.

It’s really that simple.

Yet, many people skip follow-ups—even when they can be automated.

The truth is,that a well-timed follow-up can change everything, especially on LinkedIn.

Today, I’ll cover:

• Why you should follow up on LinkedIn.
• 5 tips for writing an effective LinkedIn follow-up message.
• 21 free templates to help you get started.
• How to automate follow-ups messages.

So, let's get started.

Why Should You Follow-Up on LinkedIn?

Following up on LinkedIn isn’t just a nice gesture—it’s a strategic move to grow your professional network. I’ve even seen people offer a pair of brand new AirPods if the prospect replies—and it works. Here’s why:

1. Strengthen Connections

Your first message is just the beginning. A follow-up shows you’re committed to building a long-term relationship. You are putting in efforts to know the prospect.

2. Stay Top of Mind

I’ll be honest—I get 10-20 DMs every day, and I never open the inbox with just 1 unread message. I only click on those with 2 or more unread messages.

The same thing happens with your follow ups. If you don’t follow up, your first message can easily get lost. But a well-timed follow-up ensures you stay on your connections’ radar.

3. Maintain Momentum

If you’ve had a great conversation with someone in an offline event, following up keeps that momentum alive and opens the door for new opportunities.

4. Show Professionalism

Regular follow-ups demonstrate your dedication and help build trust with your connections. I’d say following up twice a week is a great start.

5. Enhance Your Brand

Thoughtful follow-ups position you as a proactive, reliable professional, boosting your personal brand.

While you are at it, make sure to note the following…

5 Tips To Write A Good Follow-Up LinkedIn Message

1️⃣ Use the recipient’s first name to keep the tone friendly and personable while staying professional. 😊

Example: "Hi Sarah, I hope you're doing well!"

2️⃣ Start by thanking them for their time and conversation—it leaves a positive impact.

Example: "Thanks again for chatting with me earlier today!"

3️⃣ Remind them of who you are by referencing a specific detail from your last conversation.

Example: "It was great talking to you after your presentation on SEO at the Marketing Summit last week."

4️⃣ Keep it short and clear. Research shows emails of 75-100 words work best.

Example: "I wanted to quickly follow up on our conversation about collaborating on your upcoming project."

5️⃣ Be clear about next steps and suggest a couple of dates for a meeting. Let them know it’s okay to say no if now’s not a good time.

Example: "If you’re free, could we set up a call next Tuesday or Thursday? If now’s not a good time, no worries at all!"

21 Free Follow up LinkedIn Message Templates

Here are 21 follow-up message templates that you can use:

Case 1: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message After No Response

Template 1:

Case 2: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message to Recruiters

Case 3: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message After Networking

Case 4: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message on a Podcast Invite

Case 5: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message  on a free resource

Case 6: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message for a survey

Case 7: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message for webinar attendee

Bonus: Follow-Up LinkedIn Message after a cold call

At first, sending follow-up messages feels simple. You send one here, another there, and it works fine.

But then you try to scale—sending dozens or even hundreds of messages. That’s when things get tricky.

Suddenly, it’s chaos.

Keeping track of who to message next feels impossible.

You’re copying, pasting, and juggling spreadsheets.

Worse, you start missing people, or your messages feel rushed and robotic.

It’s frustrating, overwhelming, and makes scaling your outreach a nightmare.

The Solution is to Automate Follow up. Here’s how I do it:

How To Automate Follow Up Messages

I use SalesRobot.

SalesRobot is a LinkedIn and email automation that helps you automate all the boring tasks such as sending a connection request, writing a message, following up and more.

SalesRobot is an AI tool that writes messages using top LinkedIn templates.

It is easy to set up automated follow-up messages, here’s how:

1. Set Up Your Campaign

2. Create Follow-Up Sequences

Either create from scratch or use our AI to create a follow up sequence.

3. Plan a series of follow-up messages to send automatically

And done.

With SalesRobot, you get more done in less time—no more stress, no more missed opportunities.

It’s the easiest way to stay on top of your outreach.

Conclusion

Most prospects won’t reply to your first message.

In fact, it’s common for outreach efforts to initially go unnoticed or be forgotten amid the noise of busy inboxes and notifications.

However, persistence is key, and the way you follow up can make all the difference.

So, make sure to follow up at least 3 times and use the templates shared above.

Each follow up provides an opportunity to engage, refine your message, and show that you're genuinely invested in connecting.

And If it gets frustrating or time-consuming  to keep following up, use SalesRobot.

SalesRobot can fix this.

Our AI automates your follow-ups and writes messages using top LinkedIn templates.

This ensures you get the right message to the right person, saving you time and boosting your response rates.

With SalesRobot, you can:

• Automate your follow-ups and never miss an opportunity.
• Personalize messages at scale, ensuring each prospect feels valued.
• Save time by eliminating the need for manual outreach, letting you focus on high-value activities.

Boost your response rates by delivering the right message to the right person at the right time.

It works for both LinkedIn and email.

Over 3,700 customers have found it effective.

If interested, take the 14 day free trial and try the tool on your own.

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