EMAIL AND FOLLOW-UP TEMPLATES — Zakria (@aiandzakria) · zakriaashfaq.com
Be polite and short. Mix email, LinkedIn and calls. Silence after Day 14 counts as a NO for now.
Scam check: real employers never ask you to pay for a job, a "registration fee" or training.

--- DAY 3 ---
Subject: Application for [Role] — [Your Name]
Hi [Name],
Just checking you received my application for [Role]. I'm very interested in the role and happy to share anything else you need.
Best regards,
[Your Name]

--- DAY 7 ---
Subject: Re: Application for [Role] — [Your Name]
Hi [Name],
Following up on my application for [Role]. Since applying, I [finished / built] [project], which is relevant because [one line]. Here's the link: [link].
I'd love the chance to talk.
Best regards,
[Your Name]

--- DAY 14 ---
Subject: Re: Application for [Role] — [Your Name]
Hi [Name],
If the role has been filled, no problem. Please keep me in mind for future openings. Thank you for your time.
Best regards,
[Your Name]

--- AFTER A NO: ASK FOR FEEDBACK ---
Hi [Name],
Thank you for letting me know. Is there one thing in my CV or interview I could improve for similar roles? I'd really value your advice.
Best regards,
[Your Name]

--- LINKEDIN CONNECTION NOTE ---
Hi [Name], I'm building my career in [skill] and admire how [Company] [specific thing]. I'd love to connect.

--- LINKEDIN MESSAGE AFTER APPLYING ---
Hi [Name], I've just applied for the [Role] position at [Company]. I [one line of proof]. I'd be grateful if you could take a look. Thank you.