What to say instead of “are you still interested?”

Say this instead

1. 01

   Hi Alice, I wanted to check whether you'd still like to go ahead with the proposal I sent on the 4th. If priorities have changed, just let me know and I'll close it on my side.

   Client · Email

   Send this after a quiet week or two, since it gives the client an easy way to say no without awkwardness.

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2. 02

   Hi Dakota, I'm checking in on the analyst role. Is my application still being considered? Happy to send anything else you need.

   Recruiter / HR · Email

   Try this when you haven't heard back, because it asks for status politely and offers help instead of pressure.

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3. 03

   Hi Mr. Ramsay, Dana here. Do you still want the kitchen fitting quote? Reply YES to go ahead or NO and I'll close it. Thanks!

   Customer · SMS

   A one-word reply is all this needs, which makes it a good quick nudge on an open quote.

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4. 04

   Hey Mihir, are you still keen to join the Thursday planning session? I'm finalizing the list today, so a quick yes or no would help.

   Coworker · Chat

   Giving a reason and a deadline makes this read as planning rather than pressure.

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5. 05

   Do you still want me to pick up the vendor review, or has it moved down the list? Happy either way, I just want to plan my week.

   Boss · Chat

   Use this when a task has gone quiet, since it checks priority without suggesting you're avoiding the work.

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6. 06

   Is the training course still something you want to do this quarter? If so, send me the dates and I'll look at them.

   Someone you manage · Chat

   Here the choice stays with your team member and the next step is clear.

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7. 07

   Hi Vivek, checking if you'd still like to meet on Friday at 3. A quick yes or no works, and we can rebook if needed.

   Client · SMS

   Send this shortly before a meeting, when you need to confirm the slot is still wanted.

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8. 08

   Hello Mrs. Khan, your quote for the annual plan is open until June 30. Would you like to continue with it, or shall I close it for now?

   Customer · Email

   Adding a date explains why you're asking and makes replying feel simple.

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Examples

What to avoid

• Phrases like “as I mentioned” or “just checking again” sound like blame, so leave them out.
• Give a reason or next step for needing the answer, rather than asking with no deadline.
• Guessing at their reasons, such as “you seem to have lost interest”, puts them on the defensive.
• Sending several nudges in one day crowds people, so give them time to reply.
• Keep the answer easy by asking for a simple yes or no.

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