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Proposal sent: 13 texts for the days that follow

The proposal is out. Weeks of conversations are now a document in someone's inbox, and what you text next shapes how it is read. Some buyers need a nudge to open it, some need help with a section, and some are waiting for a boss. These 13 messages cover the whole stretch: confirming it arrived, offering a walk through, answering a doubt, asking who else needs to see it, and getting to a signature without pressure. Each is short and asks one thing. Copy any message, or add all 13 to your keyboard and send them from iMessage, WhatsApp, LinkedIn or any other app in one tap.

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Delivery

It is in your inbox

Essential
Hi {{name}}, the proposal is in your inbox now. Take your time with it, and tell me which section you would like to talk through first.

When to send: When you send it.

Why it works: It points them to a starting place.

Cannot find it

Pro
Hello {{name}}, if you cannot find the proposal, here is a direct link: {{link}}. It sometimes lands in spam.

When to send: If they say it did not arrive.

Why it works: It fixes the problem without blame.

Offering a walk through

EssentialPro
Many people prefer to go through a proposal together, {{name}}. Would {{time}} work for a fifteen minute call?

When to send: The next day.

Why it works: It reduces the effort of reading alone.

Questions and doubts

Answering a doubt

Essential
Good point, {{name}}. Let me look at that section again and send you a clear answer by this evening.

When to send: When they raise a question.

Why it works: A promise with a time stamp builds trust.

Offering a change

I can adjust the scope on that part, {{name}}. What would the ideal version look like for you?

When to send: When one part does not fit.

Why it works: It invites them to design with you.

Needs approval from a boss

That makes sense, {{name}}. Would it help if I prepared a one page summary for them? I can also join a short call.

When to send: When a decision maker is mentioned.

Why it works: You offer a tool for their internal sale.

Asking who decides

Essential
Out of curiosity, {{name}}, who else will look at the proposal? I can tailor a version for each person.

When to send: When the buying group is unclear.

Why it works: It surfaces hidden decision makers politely.

Moving toward a decision

Checking the timeline

When are you hoping to decide, {{name}}? If I know the date, I can plan the start around it.

When to send: A week after sending.

Why it works: It asks about their schedule, not your quota.

Next steps

If the proposal looks right, {{name}}, the next step is a short agreement. I can send it today. Shall I?

When to send: When they react positively.

Why it works: A small, specific next step.

Signature reminder

Essential
A gentle note, {{name}}: the agreement is waiting for your signature. Let me know if a clause needs a closer look.

When to send: Three days after sending the agreement.

Why it works: It names the next action and offers help.

Signed

Pro
Thank you, {{name}}, I have the signed agreement. I will send the kickoff details tomorrow and we begin on {{day}}.

When to send: The minute you receive it.

Why it works: It confirms and gives the date.

If it stalls

Quiet for a week

Essential
Any thoughts on the proposal so far, {{name}}? Even a short reaction helps, good or bad.

When to send: A week of silence.

Why it works: It asks for any answer and removes fear of disappointing you.

Final note

{{name}}, I will stop following up on the proposal here. If things change, it stays valid in your inbox and I am happy to update it.

When to send: After three unanswered messages.

Why it works: A clean, kind ending.

When to send each message

WhenMessageNote
When sentIt is in your inboxPoint them to a section.
Next dayOffering a walk throughOffer a walk through.
When a question arrivesAnswering a doubtReply with a time.
A week laterChecking the timelineAsk for their timeline.
When they say yesNext stepsSend the agreement.
3 days after the agreementSignature reminderOne reminder.
A week of silenceQuiet for a weekAsk for any reaction.

Do not say

  • Texting a number that never agreed to hear from you: bought lists, scraped numbers, a business card you were handed once.

    Instead: Text only people who gave you their number for this purpose, type each message yourself, and honor a stop request right away.

    Source

  • Texting the proposal itself as a long message.

    Instead: Send the document by email and use text to point to it.

  • Pushing for a signature the same day.

    Instead: Ask for their timeline and respect it.

  • Dropping the price the minute they hesitate.

    Instead: Ask what is unclear or out of reach, then change scope first.

  • Cutting out the person who introduced you.

    Instead: Keep your contact informed with a short update.

  • Long gaps after promising a reply by evening.

    Instead: If you cannot answer in time, say when you will.

Add these 13 templates to your keyboard Add the 6 essentials

Works in WhatsApp, iMessage, Instagram, Messenger and every other app.

Frequently asked questions

Should I text or email after sending a proposal?

Send the proposal itself by email, then use text to confirm it arrived and to answer quick questions, if the prospect gave you their number.

What if the buyer needs to ask their boss?

Offer a one page summary and a short joint call, as in the template above. It helps them make your case inside their company.

How do I ask for the signature without pressure?

Remind them that the agreement is waiting and offer to go through any clause. Never invent a deadline.

Can I send these in WhatsApp, iMessage or LinkedIn?

Yes. textcuts is a keyboard, so the messages work in WhatsApp, iMessage, LinkedIn and SMS and every other app where you type.

Do these work on the free plan?

Yes. 10 of the 13 use a single blank, which fills in on the free plan. The other 3 use two blanks and need Pro to fill both from the keyboard. Free holds 8 textcuts and 1 folder, so start with the six essentials.

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