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Rule: never open with “just checking in”. Every follow-up carries context (what happened last), one clear next step, and something of value they didn’t have before.
Subject: [topic] next steps
Hi [name], good talking today. You said [their exact concern or goal from the call]. Here’s [the resource, answer or example that speaks to it]. Next step we agreed: [step] by [date]. Anything change on your side?
Subject: [product] for [their use case]
Hi [name], thanks for the time. Two things you asked about: [question 1] → [answer]. [Question 2] → [answer]. Given [their goal], the fastest path is [proposed next step]. Does [day] work to walk through it?
Subject: Re: [quote subject]
Hi [name], the quote’s with you, no rush from my end. One thing worth knowing while you weigh it: [a value-add: scope flexibility, a relevant result, a scheduling note]. Happy to adjust [element] if the shape isn’t right. What would make this an easy yes?
Subject: closing the file?
Hi [name], I’ll assume the timing’s wrong and stop nudging. If [the problem you’d solve] comes back around, this thread will be here. Good luck with [their project you discussed].
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