“It was a pleasure speaking with you” is polished and professional, but there are many natural alternatives. “I enjoyed our conversation,” “It was great speaking with you,” and “Thank you for taking the time to speak with me” work especially well after meetings, interviews, and networking calls.
Choose a Closing That Fits the Conversation
- It was great speaking with you.
- I enjoyed our conversation.
- It was lovely talking with you.
- I appreciated the chance to speak with you.
- I’m glad we had the opportunity to talk.
- Thank you for a great conversation.
- I enjoyed speaking with you today.
- It was good to connect.
- I appreciated our discussion.
- I’m pleased we had a chance to talk.
- Thank you for taking the time to speak with me.
What Each Closing Emphasizes
It was great speaking with you
A warm, versatile alternative that suits professional and personal conversations. Example: It was great speaking with you today.
I enjoyed our conversation
Natural and slightly more personal because it emphasizes the quality of the discussion. Example: I enjoyed our conversation about the new role.
It was lovely talking with you
Warm and friendly; best for less formal exchanges or people you already know. Example: It was lovely talking with you this afternoon.
I appreciated the chance to speak with you
Professional and grateful, especially after an interview, introduction, or busy person’s time. Example: I appreciated the chance to speak with you about the project.
I’m glad we had the opportunity to talk
Friendly and useful when the conversation had been difficult to arrange or particularly worthwhile. Example: I’m glad we had the opportunity to talk before the deadline.
Thank you for a great conversation
Positive and concise, with a slightly more enthusiastic tone. Example: Thank you for a great conversation today.
I enjoyed speaking with you today
Straightforward and polished for follow-up emails after a call or meeting. Example: I enjoyed speaking with you today and learning more about the team.
It was good to connect
Short and natural after networking conversations or first introductions. Example: It was good to connect at the conference.
I appreciated our discussion
More formal and suitable when the conversation focused on substantive work or a decision. Example: I appreciated our discussion about the proposed changes.
I’m pleased we had a chance to talk
A measured, professional expression that is warm without sounding overly enthusiastic. Example: I’m pleased we had a chance to talk through the options.
Thank you for taking the time to speak with me
Best when you want to acknowledge the other person’s time, especially after an interview or informational call. Example: Thank you for taking the time to speak with me this morning.
Add a Specific Follow-Up When Useful
A closing sounds more genuine when you briefly mention what you valued: “I enjoyed our conversation about the role” or “I appreciated your explanation of the next steps.”
For interview follow-ups, “Thank you for taking the time to speak with me” is especially useful because it combines courtesy with a clear reference to the meeting.