You attended a great networking meeting. You met amazing women. Now what?
This is where many women entrepreneurs pause—or worse, disappear. They don’t want to feel pushy. They don’t want to “bother” anyone. So they do nothing.
But here’s the truth: Following up isn’t selling. It’s serving.
And when done with authenticity and heart, follow-up becomes one of the most powerful tools in your visibility toolbox.
Why Following Up Matters
The connections start at the meeting, but to let them blossom into heartfelt relationships, you must continue the conversation.
That’s where following up comes in.
But please remember these three truths about following up:
- You’re not trying to sell your stuff. You’re building relationships.
- You’re finding friends, not chasing referrals.
- The referrals will come, but don’t obsess about it. Trust the process.
4 Ways to Follow Up After A Networking Meeting
Now that you can see why following up is important, let’s delve into four ways you can follow up after a networking meeting.
1. Connect on Social Media
Friend or follow her on the platform where she’s most active. Engage genuinely with her posts—not just likes, but thoughtful comments. It’s a natural way to stay top of mind without “following up” in the traditional sense.
2. Invite Her to a Coffee Date
This is your chance to slow things down and truly connect.
A 1:1 Zoom or in-person coffee date is about getting to know each other as whole people. Here are some questions to consider:
- What lights you up?
- What are you working toward?
- How can I support you on this entrepreneurial path?
When women take time to truly see and hear one another, magic happens. And it all starts with a simple invitation:
“I’d love to get to know you better. Would you be open to a virtual coffee sometime soon?”
3. Ask What You Can Do for Her
Lead with generosity. Instead of wondering what she can do for you, flip the script:
“I loved meeting you. How can I support your work?”
Sincere offers of help leave a lasting impression and often open the door to long-term collaboration.
4. Stay Consistent with Follow-Up Fridays
Don’t let those beautiful connections gather dust. Set aside one day each week (I love Follow-Up Friday!) to check in with your networking list. A consistent habit keeps you visible and intentional.
What If She Doesn’t Respond?
It’s okay.
Don’t take it personally. Life gets busy. Silence doesn’t mean disinterest. It just means the timing may not be right.
You showed up with kindness and authenticity. That always matters.
Final Thoughts
Following up is not about checking a box or making a sale.
It’s about building relationships.
You’ve already done the brave thing by showing up to the networking meeting. Now take that next step: Reach out, connect, and continue the conversation.
When you approach follow up from a place of service and generosity, you will love the process…and the results!