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Suggested templates for different touch points along the candidate journey.

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Written by Sam Abello
Updated this week

Need some texting inspiration? Check out the library below with suggested templates for different touch points along the candidate journey!

Let’s get started!

Here are some popular checkpoints where texting can be powerful during the candidate journey:

Prospect Status

  • Prospecting Messages

  • Invited to Apply

Pipeline Statuses

  • New application

  • Recruiter phone screen requested

  • Invitation to Hiring Event (Virtual or Onsite)

  • Assessment sent to candidate

  • Assessment Complete / Meets Company Standards

  • Onsite Interview Reminder

  • Hiring Manager interview or Onsite Interview scheduled

  • Offer extended

  • Onboarding Information sent

  • Background Check/Drug Screening sent

  • First Day Reminder

  • Surveys (Candidate Experience)

  • Miscellaneous

    • Nudges


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Prospect Status

Suggested Template

Prospecting Messages:

  • Potential candidate

  • Prospecting from ATS/previous applicants

  • Sending company updates (pay rate increases, shift option changes, etc

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Thank you for your continued interest in careers at [Company Name]! Your resume is on file with us, and we have a new opening for [role] that you’d be a good fit for! Do you have some time today or tomorrow to chat on the phone?

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Reply STOP to opt-out

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Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, I came across your resume on [job board] and think you’d be a great fit for [role] we have open at [Company Name]! Do you have some time today or tomorrow to chat on the phone?

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Reply STOP to opt-out

Invited to Apply

  • (For ATS with two-pass system where a candidate profile is created, then the candidate must apply to a role afterwards)

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Thank you for your interest in careers with [Company Name]! We would love to keep the application process moving forward for you, so please take a minute today to follow the prompts and complete your applicant profile. We look forward to seeing your profile come through soon!

Reply STOP to unsubscribe.

Pipeline Status

Suggested Template

New Application

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Thank you for applying to careers at [Company Name]! We've received your application and will be in touch shortly after reviewing it. We appreciate your interest in working with us! If you have questions, feel free to text back on this number to reach us quickly!

Reply STOP to unsubscribe.

Recruiter Phone Screen Requested

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Congratulations on being selected to move forward in the interview process with the role at [Company Name]! Please check your email for scheduling options to chat with your recruiter. We are excited to meet with you soon!

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Hi {{ profile.first_name }}!

This is {{ sender.first_name }} from [Company Name]! We've reviewed your application and would love to schedule a quick call this week. If you're available, find time here: [scheduling link]

If you'd prefer not to text, no big! Just reply STOP to opt out!

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Congratulations, we would like to invite you for a phone interview with [Company Name]! Are you available today or tomorrow for a 30 minute phone conversation?

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

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NUDGE: Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Don’t forget to sign up for a phone interview with us! Are you available this week to chat with us about the opportunity?

*Option - can insert a calendar scheduling link (Calendly, GoodTime, etc. to prompt candidate to schedule interview)

Invitation to Hiring Event (Virtual or Onsite)

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Thank you for your interest in careers with [Company Name]! We are holding a hiring event on [DAY] at [TIME] and would love to meet / see you there!

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Assessment sent to Candidate

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, We are excited to keep the process moving forward with you for roles at [Company Name]! The next step is an assessment to be completed. Please check your email for the link and complete this within [TIME FRAME]. Let us know if you have questions!

Assessment Complete / Meets Company Standards

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, We are happy to let you know that we have received your assessment results and they meet our [Company Name] company standards! We will be reaching out to schedule next steps so be on the lookout for follow up email to schedule an interview!

Onsite Interview Reminder

Friendly reminder that your onsite interview with [Company Name] is tomorrow at 10am at 123 Main St, NY NY 10001. Text Y to confirm you will be attending!

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Offer Extended

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Thank you again for interviewing with [Company Name]! Be on the lookout for some good news coming your way soon via email!

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Hi {{ profile.first_name }}! We are so excited for you to join the [Company Name] team, big congrats on the job offer! Keep an eye out for information on onboarding, and of course don't hesitate to reach out with any questions. CONGRATS AGAIN!

Onboarding Information Sent

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Congrats once again on your job offer at [Company Name]! Be sure to check your email today as there is time-sensitive onboarding information waiting for you. If you need assistance, please text us back or reach out to your recruiter!

Background check/Drug screening sent

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, We are excited to continue the onboarding process for you here at [Company Name]! Please check your email as soon as possible as there is time-sensitive information re: background check forms to complete. If you need assistance, text us or contact your recruiter!

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Congratulations again on your job offer at [Company Name]! I just sent over the background check and drug screen forms to your email for you to complete today. Did you receive them?

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Moved to Hired

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}, Congratulations again on your new career with [Company Name]! It has been a pleasure working with you throughout the interview process and we can’t wait to see all that you accomplish in your new role. Welcome aboard!

NPS / Candidate Experience Survey

Thank you for your continued interest in careers with [Company Name]! We are inviting you to take a ~3 minute survey to learn more about your experience with the interview process. [survey snippet here]

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Congratulations on your new role with us at [Company Name]! We are inviting you to take a ~3 minute survey to learn more about your experience with the onboarding and new hire process. [survey snippet here]

First Day Reminder

Congratulations, we look forward to having you join our team at [Company Name] on Monday! Reminder, your orientation starts at 8:30am at 123 Main St, NY NY 10001. Text Y to confirm you will be attending!

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

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NUDGE: Don’t forget to confirm your attendance for your first day with [Company Name] on Monday!

-{{ sender.first_name }} @ [Company Name]

Miscellaneous

  • Nudges

Hi {{ profile.first_name }}! {{ sender.first_name }} from [Company Name] here, checking in again! Let me know your thoughts.


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If you have questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out! You can chat with us below to discuss best practices!

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