Lead Response Time Calculator
Are you contacting leads fast enough? Rate your sales team's speed, persistence, and coverage. Get a free improvement plan.
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You are leaving money on the table. Automation is required.
Lead Response Time Score
Speed kills... in a good way. The "Golden Window" for responding to a web lead is 5 minutes. If you wait 10 minutes, your chances of qualifying that lead drop by 400%.
How do you stack up?
This calculator scores your process on 4 pillars:
- Speed: Time to first human contact.
- Persistence: Number of follow-ups in the first week.
- Mix: Are you using SMS, Email, and Phone?
- Coverage: Do you handle nights and weekends?
The "Golden Standard"
- Response: < 5 minutes (requires automation).
- Persistence: 6-8 attempts.
- Channels: Multi-channel (Calls + SMS).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does sending an auto-response email count? A: No. We are measuring effective contact. Most people ignore generic "we got your message" emails. An SMS or a phone call is required to stop the clock.
Q: How can I cover 24/7 without hiring? A: Use AI Voice Agents or Chatbots. They can engage leads instantly at 3 AM and book appointments on your calendar.
Q: Is 8 follow-ups too many? A: Data shows 80% of sales happen after the 5th contact. Most reps give up after 2. If you aren't annoying a few people, you aren't following up enough.