The Follow-Up Mistake That’s Costing You Opportunities

Most job seekers send follow-ups like this:

📩 "Hi, just checking in to see if there’s an update."

But here’s the thing—hiring managers don’t just want reminders. They want value.

If your follow-up is only about getting an update, it might not move the needle. But if your follow-up keeps you top of mind and reinforces your value, it could be the thing that gets you the offer.

How to Follow Up Without Feeling Pushy

Instead of sending a passive check-in, make your follow-up work for you. Try these instead:

✔️ "Hi [Hiring Manager], I was thinking about our conversation on [topic] and came across this article. Thought you might find it useful!"

✔️ "Hi [Hiring Manager], I really enjoyed learning about [challenge they mentioned]. If I were in the role, I’d start by [quick insight]."

✔️ "Hi [Hiring Manager], I wanted to share a project I worked on that aligns with [something they care about]. Excited to continue the conversation!"...