When someone says, “I’ll keep that in mind,” they’re acknowledging your suggestion or advice but may not commit to it immediately. Your response can vary based on the context, from a polite acknowledgment to a follow-up.
Here are 30 thoughtful ways to respond, each with a personal touch, tips on when to use each response, and examples.
Best Responses to “I’ll Keep That in Mind”
1. “Great, thanks for considering it!”
- Story: After offering a suggestion to a colleague, they replied with “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Great, thanks for considering it!” to show appreciation for their openness.
- When to use: When you want to acknowledge their consideration and keep things positive.
- When not to use: If the topic requires immediate action or follow-up.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Great, thanks for considering it!”
2. “Awesome, let me know if you need more details!”
- Story: I suggested a new tool to a friend, and they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded with, “Awesome, let me know if you need more details!” to offer further assistance.
- When to use: When you’re open to providing additional information or support.
- When not to use: If you’re unsure whether they’ll need more information or if the topic is closed.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Awesome, let me know if you need more details!”
3. “Glad to hear that! Feel free to ask if you have questions.”
- Story: After sharing some tips with a team member, they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Glad to hear that! Feel free to ask if you have questions,” to show openness.
- When to use: When you want to be approachable and offer further help.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect any follow-up questions or if the advice is already well-understood.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Glad to hear that! Feel free to ask if you have questions.”
4. “Thanks for considering my suggestion!”
- Story: I gave a friend some advice on a project, and they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for considering my suggestion!” to acknowledge their receptiveness.
- When to use: When you want to show appreciation for their openness to your input.
- When not to use: If you feel your suggestion needs immediate attention or follow-up.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for considering my suggestion!”
5. “Great, let me know if you want to discuss it further.”
- Story: A colleague showed interest in my idea but said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded, “Great, let me know if you want to discuss it further,” to leave the door open.
- When to use: When you’re willing to have a deeper discussion if needed.
- When not to use: If the idea is not open for further discussion or if you prefer not to engage further.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Great, let me know if you want to discuss it further.”
6. “Perfect! I appreciate your openness.”
- Story: I offered a suggestion for improving a process, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Perfect! I appreciate your openness,” to acknowledge their willingness.
- When to use: When you want to convey that you value their consideration.
- When not to use: If you need to address potential objections or concerns immediately.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Perfect! I appreciate your openness.”
7. “Thanks for hearing me out. Let’s see how it goes!”
- Story: After proposing a new approach, someone replied, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded with, “Thanks for hearing me out. Let’s see how it goes!” to stay positive.
- When to use: When you want to stay optimistic and open about the outcome.
- When not to use: If you need a commitment or action plan right away.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for hearing me out. Let’s see how it goes!”
8. “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base later.”
- Story: I suggested a strategy to a team leader, and they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base later,” to suggest a follow-up.
- When to use: When you want to schedule a follow-up conversation.
- When not to use: If you don’t plan to revisit the topic or if immediate feedback is needed.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base later.”
9. “Good to hear. I’ll check back in with you soon.”
- Story: After discussing an idea with a client, they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Good to hear. I’ll check back in with you soon,” to plan a follow-up.
- When to use: When you plan to revisit the topic in the near future.
- When not to use: If a follow-up is not necessary or if you want to leave the topic open-ended.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Good to hear. I’ll check back in with you soon.”
10. “Thanks for considering it! Let’s revisit this in a week.”
- Story: I offered some ideas for a project, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for considering it! Let’s revisit this in a week,” to schedule a follow-up.
- When to use: When you want to set a specific time to review the suggestion.
- When not to use: If the timing isn’t suitable or if the follow-up is not required.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for considering it! Let’s revisit this in a week.”
11. “I’m glad you’re open to it. Feel free to reach out if needed.”
- Story: After sharing some advice with a friend, they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded with, “I’m glad you’re open to it. Feel free to reach out if needed,” to offer further help.
- When to use: When you want to be available for additional support or clarification.
- When not to use: If you don’t anticipate further interaction on the topic.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I’m glad you’re open to it. Feel free to reach out if needed.”
12. “Thanks! I’m here if you need any more information.”
- Story: A colleague acknowledged my suggestion with, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks! I’m here if you need any more information,” to offer assistance.
- When to use: When you’re open to providing more details or support.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect any further questions or if the topic is not likely to be revisited.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks! I’m here if you need any more information.”
13. “Glad you’re considering it. Let’s see how it fits.”
- Story: After presenting an idea, someone said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded, “Glad you’re considering it. Let’s see how it fits,” to remain hopeful about its implementation.
- When to use: When you want to stay positive about the idea’s potential.
- When not to use: If you need immediate feedback or confirmation.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Glad you’re considering it. Let’s see how it fits.”
14. “Thanks for the feedback. Let me know how it goes!”
- Story: I offered a suggestion during a meeting, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for the feedback. Let me know how it goes!” to express interest in the outcome.
- When to use: When you want to keep track of the suggestion’s impact and show interest.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect follow-up or if the feedback is informal.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for the feedback. Let me know how it goes!”
15. “Perfect, I’m glad you’re open to it.”
- Story: After a discussion about a new approach, a team member said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Perfect, I’m glad you’re open to it,” to express satisfaction with their response.
- When to use: When you’re pleased with their willingness to consider your idea.
- When not to use: If the topic needs more immediate attention or discussion.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Perfect, I’m glad you’re open to it.”
16. “Thanks, let’s keep this on our radar.”
- Story: A client acknowledged my proposal with, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded with, “Thanks, let’s keep this on our radar,” to suggest ongoing consideration.
- When to use: When you want to ensure the topic remains under consideration.
- When not to use: If ongoing monitoring isn’t needed or if the topic is less critical.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks, let’s keep this on our radar.”
17. “I appreciate your willingness to consider it. Let’s stay in touch.”
- Story: After giving some advice, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “I appreciate your willingness to consider it. Let’s stay in touch,” to maintain communication.
- When to use: When you want to continue the dialogue and stay connected.
- When not to use: If maintaining contact isn’t necessary or if you prefer to close the discussion.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I appreciate your willingness to consider it. Let’s stay in touch.”
18. “Great, let me know if you need any further input.”
- Story: I shared some feedback with a colleague, and they said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Great, let me know if you need any further input,” to offer additional help.
- When to use: When you’re willing to provide more information or assistance if needed.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect any further questions or if the matter is resolved.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Great, let me know if you need any further input.”
19. “Thanks for considering my advice. Let’s check back in soon.”
- Story: After giving some career advice, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Thanks for considering my advice. Let’s check back in soon,” to plan a follow-up.
- When to use: When you want to revisit the topic in the near future.
- When not to use: If you don’t plan to discuss it again or if the follow-up isn’t necessary.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for considering my advice. Let’s check back in soon.”
20. “Thanks for the consideration. I’ll be here if you need anything else.”
- Story: A friend acknowledged my input with, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I responded, “Thanks for the consideration. I’ll be here if you need anything else,” to offer further support.
- When to use: When you want to be available for additional support or questions.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect further interaction on the topic.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for the consideration. I’ll be here if you need anything else.”
21. “Sounds good. Let’s see if it fits in the future.”
- Story: After proposing a new strategy, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Sounds good. Let’s see if it fits in the future,” to stay optimistic about its potential.
- When to use: When you’re hopeful about the idea being considered later.
- When not to use: If immediate feedback or action is needed.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Sounds good. Let’s see if it fits in the future.”
22. “I’m glad you’re considering it. We can review it later.”
- Story: I suggested a new tool, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “I’m glad you’re considering it. We can review it later,” to schedule a follow-up review.
- When to use: When you want to schedule a time to revisit the suggestion.
- When not to use: If you don’t want to set a specific review time or if the topic is less critical.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I’m glad you’re considering it. We can review it later.”
23. “Thanks for taking it into account. Let’s see how it goes.”
- Story: After giving advice on a project, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for taking it into account. Let’s see how it goes,” to stay hopeful about its implementation.
- When to use: When you’re optimistic about the suggestion being useful in the future.
- When not to use: If you need immediate feedback or confirmation.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for taking it into account. Let’s see how it goes.”
24. “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base on this soon.”
- Story: A client acknowledged my proposal with, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base on this soon,” to plan a follow-up discussion.
- When to use: When you want to schedule a time to follow up on the topic.
- When not to use: If you don’t plan to revisit the topic or if immediate action is needed.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I appreciate your consideration. Let’s touch base on this soon.”
25. “Thanks for noting that. Let’s see how it aligns with our goals.”
- Story: After suggesting a new approach, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for noting that. Let’s see how it aligns with our goals,” to assess its relevance.
- When to use: When you want to evaluate the suggestion in the context of goals or objectives.
- When not to use: If immediate action or feedback is required.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for noting that. Let’s see how it aligns with our goals.”
26. “Thanks for considering it. I’m here if you want to discuss further.”
- Story: I gave feedback on a report, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Thanks for considering it. I’m here if you want to discuss further,” to offer continued support.
- When to use: When you want to make yourself available for additional discussion.
- When not to use: If you don’t expect further conversation or if the feedback is final.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for considering it. I’m here if you want to discuss further.”
27. “Thanks for being open to it. Let’s review this in our next meeting.”
- Story: After suggesting a change, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “Thanks for being open to it. Let’s review this in our next meeting,” to plan a detailed discussion.
- When to use: When you want to schedule a time to discuss the suggestion further.
- When not to use: If you don’t plan to revisit the topic or if a meeting isn’t necessary.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for being open to it. Let’s review this in our next meeting.”
28. “Thanks for noting that. Let’s keep it on our list of options.”
- Story: I proposed a new idea, and the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Thanks for noting that. Let’s keep it on our list of options,” to ensure it remains a potential choice.
- When to use: When you want to ensure the idea is considered among other options.
- When not to use: If the idea needs immediate action or if you prefer not to keep it as an option.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for noting that. Let’s keep it on our list of options.”
29. “I’m glad you’re open to it. We can explore it more in the future.”
- Story: After presenting a new concept, someone said, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I replied, “I’m glad you’re open to it. We can explore it more in the future,” to indicate ongoing interest.
- When to use: When you want to show that you’re open to future exploration of the idea.
- When not to use: If immediate exploration or feedback is required.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “I’m glad you’re open to it. We can explore it more in the future.”
30. “Thanks for considering it. I’ll follow up in a couple of weeks.”
- Story: After discussing a proposal, the response was, “I’ll keep that in mind.” I said, “Thanks for considering it. I’ll follow up in a couple of weeks,” to plan a follow-up.
- When to use: When you want to set a specific follow-up date.
- When not to use: If a follow-up isn’t necessary or if you prefer to leave the topic open-ended.
Example:
Person: “I’ll keep that in mind.”
You: “Thanks for considering it. I’ll follow up in a couple of weeks.”
