Your phone rings. Is it your next $10,000 client, or another robocall? Learn how to program your AI receptionist to be a ruthless lead qualification engine that only sends the best opportunities to your phone.
The Problem: Noise vs. Signal
Where Your Call Volume Really Goes
Without filtering, you waste 65% of your phone time on non-revenue calls
Building Your AI Gatekeeper
Layer 1: Spam Detection
FORAI automatically identifies and blocks known spam numbers, robocallers, and telemarketing patterns. This alone can cut 30-40% of unwanted interruptions from your day.
Layer 2: Intent Qualification
Script your AI to ask qualifying questions: "What service are you interested in?", "What's your timeline?", "What's your budget range?" Based on answers, the AI scores the lead in real time.
Layer 3: Smart Routing
High-value leads get forwarded immediately to your cell. Medium leads get booked into your calendar. Low-priority inquiries get handled entirely by the AI with FAQ responses.
The Qualification Script Framework
Sample Qualification Flow
- Greeting & Intent: "Thank you for calling [Business]. How can I help you today?"
- Service Match: "Are you looking for [Service A] or [Service B]?"
- Timeline: "When are you looking to get started?"
- Budget Signal: "Have you budgeted for this project?"
- Route Decision: Forward to owner, book appointment, or handle via AI.
Real-World Impact
Reduction in wasted phone time
More time spent on revenue-generating calls
Cost of missed high-value leads
Key Takeaways
- • 65% of inbound calls are spam or low-value without filtering
- • AI can qualify leads in real time using scripted questions
- • Smart routing ensures only high-value prospects reach your phone