Missed calls & response time
Speed-to-Lead: Why Replying in 5 Minutes Wins the Job
3 min
Leads that get a reply within 5 minutes are 21x more likely to convert than those answered after 30 minutes. Here's how to win on speed without quitting the tools.
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Key takeaways
The 30-second version if you can't watch right now.
- Inside 5 minutes: 21x more likely to qualify the lead.
- After 1 hour: most leads have called your competitor.
- Automate the first reply — the customer just needs to hear back.
- Your phone keeps ringing, but the lead is already locked in.
The question this video answers
"How fast do I need to reply to a new lead?"
Frequently asked questions
What should the first reply say?
Confirm you got the request, give a clear next step (a time to call), and ask one qualifying question. Keep it short.
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