A simple trick when sending thank-you messages professionally: always include a small, specific value-add. Instead of just saying thanks and immediately asking for another favor (which can feel transactional), mention something genuinely useful or interesting that's related to your last conversation.
For example, share a relevant article, podcast, or idea that they might actually find helpful. It takes a couple mins longer, but this is the foundation of relationships.
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