We’ve all been there: you send an important message, wait… and hear nothing back.
Whether it’s a sales lead, a client waiting on a proposal, or a team member who missed a deadline — following up is critical. But keeping track of who needs a nudge (and when) can turn into a full-time job.
With Google Sheets + PostSheet, you can automate personalized reminders and follow-ups — so nothing slips through the cracks, and you don’t have to send every single message manually.
Here’s how to do it.
Why Reminders and Follow-Ups Matter
🧠 People are busy. Emails get buried. A kind, timely reminder brings your message back to the top of the inbox.
Done well, follow-ups:
✅ Increase response rates
✅ Help close deals faster
✅ Keep projects moving
✅ Improve event attendance
✅ Show that you’re organized and dependable
The key? Make it feel personal — not like a mass blast.
Use Cases for Automated Follow-Ups
📩 Sales – “Just checking in on our last message…”
💼 Freelancers – “Wanted to make sure you saw the proposal I sent over”
🎓 Educators – “Reminder: Your assignment is due tomorrow”
📅 Event organizers – “Reminder: Our webinar is tomorrow at 10AM”
🛒 Ecommerce – “You left something in your cart”
🧾 Finance/ops – “Your invoice is due next week”
If it needs a gentle nudge, it belongs in a follow-up flow.
Step 1: Set Up a Reminder Sheet in Google Sheets
Your spreadsheet should include the people you want to follow up with — and the info needed to personalize each message.
| Name | Reminder Type | Original Date | Follow-Up Date | Next Step | |
| Sarah Kim | sarah@email.com | Proposal Follow-Up | 2025-03-26 | 2025-04-02 | Confirm project start |
| David Chen | david@email.com | Payment Reminder | 2025-03-28 | 2025-04-01 | Settle invoice #1025 |
Filter the list daily or weekly based on the Follow-Up Date.
Step 2: Write Your Follow-Up Template in PostSheet
Keep it short, friendly, and specific.
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Subject: Quick follow-up on {{Reminder Type}}
Hi {{Name}},
Just wanted to follow up on our last note regarding {{Reminder Type}}. Let me know if you have any questions or if you’d like to move forward with {{Next Step}}.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Best,
[Your Name]
You can create multiple templates for different reminder types (sales, billing, events, etc.).
Step 3: Launch Your Follow-Up Campaign
In PostSheet:
- Start a new campaign
- Connect your Google Sheet
- Filter by today’s Follow-Up Date
- Map your spreadsheet columns (like {{Name}}, {{Reminder Type}})
- Preview each email for accuracy
- Send now or schedule based on timing
PostSheet sends from your real email, so replies come straight to your inbox.
Bonus: Automate Multi-Step Follow-Up Sequences
Want to go beyond just one reminder?
Add a Follow-Up Count column to your sheet, and use it to control message logic:
- 1 → “Just checking in…”
- 2 → “Bumping this up in case it got lost”
- 3 → “Let me know if I should close this out”
You can update the count each time a follow-up is sent and schedule future steps accordingly.
Tips for Better Follow-Ups
✅ Personalize every message — use names, context, and goals
🕒 Follow up 2–3 days after your initial message (for sales), or ~1 week (for proposals)
🧠 Set reminders for yourself to check engagement (open/click data)
💡 Always include a clear CTA (reply, book a call, submit a form)
🎯 Don’t be afraid to close the loop after 2–3 attempts
Example:
“Totally understand if now’s not the right time — happy to reconnect in the future!”
Why PostSheet Works for This
- Sends real, 1:1-feeling emails
- Makes it easy to filter and send based on date or status
- Lets you recycle templates for different campaigns
- Works with your existing spreadsheet workflows
- Doesn’t require fancy tools or sales platforms
Whether you’re following up with 5 leads or 50 students, PostSheet handles it.
Final Thoughts: Follow Up Without Falling Behind
The people who follow up — win. Period.
PostSheet helps you send thoughtful, personalized reminders that keep deals moving, clients engaged, and deadlines on track — without burning hours in your inbox.
Start automating your follow-ups today →
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