The ONLY follow-up email that they remember

27/09/2025

The ONLY follow-up email that they remember

You are a job candidate who just had an interview. You don’t want to send another bland “thanks for your time.” You want your email to be sharp, memorable, and persuasive — the ONLY one they will remember. Try this!

Prompt

“Act as a copywriting-savvy recruiting coordinator. I just finished an interview with [Interviewer’s Name] for the [Job Title] role. We talked about [specific topic, e.g., AI in marketing]. Draft a concise thank-you email (≤150 words) that:

  1. Opens with gratitude but grabs attention.

  2. Highlights one memorable point from our conversation.

  3. Reinforces my strongest value proposition with a benefit-driven line.

  4. Uses persuasive copywriting techniques (clarity, specificity, emotional pull).

  5. Ends with a confident, forward-looking close that invites next steps.”

Why It Works

  • Role clarity – By casting the AI as a copywriting-savvy coordinator, the tone shifts from polite boilerplate to persuasive, engaging communication.

  • Attention first – Like a good ad headline, the opening line goes beyond “thank you” to create an emotional connection.

  • Specific detail – Referencing a unique moment from the interview makes the email stand out in the interviewer’s memory.

  • Value-driven language – Framing your strengths as benefits (“how this helps your team”) applies classic advertising logic.

  • Compact structure – The ≤150-word limit ensures brevity while still making an impact.

How to Adapt It

  • Use the same structure for networking follow-ups (after events, conferences, coffee chats).

  • Swap “job interview” for client pitch follow-up in freelance/consulting settings.

  • Adapt tone: more formal for corporate, more conversational for startups/creative roles.

Sample Output: Your Unforgettable Thank-You Email


Subject: Still thinking about our AI conversation

Hi [Interviewer’s Name],

It was a pleasure speaking with you today about the [Job Title] position. I left our conversation more energised and excited about the opportunity than ever.

Our discussion about using AI not just for automating marketing tasks, but for creating truly predictive and personalised customer journeys, has been on my mind all afternoon. It’s a challenge that requires a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic creativity.

I am confident that my experience in [mention your specific skill, e.g., “developing data-driven campaigns”] can directly translate into [mention a particular benefit, e.g., "a significant lift in your customer retention and conversion rates”] from day one.

I am very enthusiastic about the possibility of joining your team and look forward to discussing the next steps.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

Expert Breakdown: Why This Email Wins


  • Attention-Grabbing Subject: “Still thinking about...” is personal, intriguing, and far more compelling than “Thank You for the Interview.” It makes them want to open the email.
  • It’s a “Hook,” Not a Recap: It doesn’t just say, “We talked about AI.” It identifies a specific, high-level insight from the conversation (“predictive and personalised customer journeys”). This proves you were listening intently and thinking strategically.
  • Benefit-Driven Language: You don’t say “I’m good at marketing.” You say, “My skills will lead to a lift in your retention and conversion rates.” You are connecting your abilities directly to a business outcome they care about. This is the most crucial part of any sales pitch.
  • Confident, Forward-Looking Close: “I look forward to discussing the next steps” is a subtle but powerful shift from the passive “I hope to hear from you.” It assumes the process is moving forward and displays quiet confidence.
  • Brevity is Power: It’s short, scannable, and respects their time, making it more likely to be read and remembered. Every word serves a purpose.