- Kara McMaster
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What to say after a LinkedIn lead replies
The reply isn’t the win—it’s the moment they decide whether to take you seriously.
Most cold DMs don’t fail because they’re ignored.
They fail because the sender didn’t know what to do after the reply.
That’s when the real test begins.
Suddenly, the prospect flips the frame:
“Can you send more info?”
“What’s this about?”
“We’re not looking right now…”
It’s not an objection. It’s a power play.
They want to know if you can lead the conversation — or if you're just another pitch in the inbox.
And here’s the truth:
Templates alone won’t fix this.
What you need is the thinking behind the message.
Because what works isn't just what you say — it's when and why you say it.
Tuesday at 11AM EST, I’m hosting a live, interactive workshop to show you exactly how we’re turning 21% of cold LinkedIn connections into booked calls.
Not with more messages.
With the right ones — sent at the right moments — for the right reasons.
The result?
A booking system you can use every day, without chasing or sounding desperate.
Intake closes at 10AM EST.
— Kara
P.S. If someone’s ever replied to your DM and then ghosted you, I’ll show you how to fix it — and never lose control of the convo again.