When to Follow Up After a Product Management Interview
You just wrapped up a Product Management interview, and now comes the waiting game. You’re refreshing your inbox, checking LinkedIn, and wondering, Should I follow up? Did I wait too long? Will I seem too eager?
The truth is, following up is an essential part of the interview process—but there’s a right way and time to do it. Here’s how to strike the balance between being proactive and not overstepping.
Immediately After the Interview: Send a Thank You Email
Within 24 hours, send a brief, thoughtful thank-you note to your interviewer. Keep it short and specific—mention something from the conversation, reinforce your enthusiasm for the role, and express gratitude for their time.
If You Haven’t Heard Back: The Follow-Up Email
If the interviewer provided a timeline (e.g., “We’ll follow up next week”) wait until that timeframe has passed before checking in. If no timeline was given, a gentle follow-up around one week later is appropriate.
If You Still Haven’t Heard Back: One Last Check-In
If you haven’t heard anything after your first follow-up, wait another week before sending a final check-in. If there’s still silence, it may be time to move on.
At this stage, you can also use LinkedIn to see if any hiring team members have posted updates about the role or company. Sometimes delays happen, and it’s not necessarily a reflection on you.
When Not to Follow Up
Right after the interview, asking for an update – Give them time to process.
Too many follow-ups in quick succession – One or two is fine; more than that can be pushy.
Following up after a rejection – Unless they invited you to stay in touch for future roles, let it go.
Final Thoughts
Following up strategically keeps you engaged in the hiring process without coming across as impatient. If you’re navigating the interview process and want guidance on how to approach these touch points effectively, SPRINT Group Coaching Program can help. We cover everything from interview prep to follow-ups so you can move through the job search with confidence.
