Reduce no-shows by 60% with automated multi-touch appointment reminders via SMS and email.
No-shows are expensive. For a dental practice, a single no-show costs $150-250 in lost chair time. For a law firm, a missed consultation slot is $300-500 in lost revenue. Most businesses send one reminder email the day before — and hope. A proper multi-touch reminder sequence (SMS + email, 48h + 24h + 2h before) can cut no-show rates by 50-70%.
When an appointment is created in your booking system (GHL, Calendly, Jane, etc.), a confirmation is sent immediately.
SMS: 'Your appointment with [Business] is confirmed for [Date] at [Time] at [Address]. Reply STOP to cancel.' Email with calendar invite.
Two days before: 'Just a reminder — your appointment with [Business] is in 2 days. [Date] at [Time]. Need to reschedule? Reply here.'
One day before: Similar message with any specific preparation instructions (e.g., 'Please arrive 10 minutes early' or 'Bring your insurance card').
Day-of SMS: 'See you soon! Your [appointment type] is today at [Time]. [Address + parking info if relevant].'
If a patient/client replies to cancel, automatically move them to a rescheduling sequence and free the slot in your calendar.
Use these templates as-is or customize for your business.
Hi [First Name]! Your appointment with [Business Name] is confirmed. [Day], [Date] [Time] [Address] Questions? Reply here. To cancel, reply CANCEL.
Hi [First Name]! Reminder: you have an appointment with [Business Name] in 2 days. [Day] at [Time] [Address] Need to reschedule? Reply here and we'll find a new time.
See you soon, [First Name]! Your [appointment type] is today at [Time]. We're at [Address]. Text us if you're running late!
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If your business has irregular scheduling (field service work where times change frequently), automated reminders can backfire if the time details are wrong. Make sure your booking system stays in sync. Also avoid over-messaging — three touches is usually the sweet spot.
A phased approach to get this workflow running and delivering ROI.
Days 1–30
Launch Core Reminder Sequence
Days 31–60
Reduce No-Shows Further
Days 61–90
Optimize & Expand
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