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Last updated: May 2026

What is No-Show Rate?

The percentage of booked meetings where the prospect fails to attend.

What is No-Show Rate?

No-show rate is the percentage of booked meetings where the prospect doesn't attend without canceling or rescheduling. It's the inverse of show rate and is calculated as: (No-Shows รท Meetings Booked) ร— 100.

Why No-Show Rate Matters

A high no-show rate signals lead quality issues, poor confirmation processes, or booking too far in advance. Every no-show costs your sales team 30-60 minutes of wasted time plus the lost opportunity cost.

How FlowStrata Minimizes No-Shows

FlowStrata minimizes no-shows by booking meetings within 48-72 hours of expressed interest (while intent is fresh), sending automated confirmation and reminder sequences, and providing pre-meeting briefs that reinforce the value of attending.

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Meetings Booked

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Show Rate

The percentage of booked meetings where the prospect actually attends.

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