Win More Client Referrals with a Thoughtful Followup Sequence

Beginner
15 min
English

Generate customized followup emails to past clients. Remind them of your services and ask for referrals without being pushy.

Steps

  1. Export your past client list (last 12 months) with their names and project types.
  2. Open an AI chat and use the prompt to generate a personalized thank-you sequence.
  3. Customize each email with client name, project recap, and impact.
  4. Include a soft ask for referrals: "If you know someone who could use my services, I'd love an intro."
  5. Schedule emails 2–4 weeks after project completion.
  6. Expect 10–20% of clients to send referrals within 60 days.

Prompts to Use

Write a thank-you email to a past client. Client name: {client_name}. Project type: {project_type}. Key outcome: {outcome}. Services you offer: {services}. Goal: Thank them, remind them of the value you delivered, and ask for referrals without being pushy. Keep under 150 words. Tone: {tone}.

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