Question 1

How is the no-show cost calculated?

Accepted Answer

The calculator multiplies your average appointment value by your monthly no-show and cancellation count, then adds a 1.5x multiplier for hidden costs like staff idle time, overhead, and lost rebooking opportunity. This gives you a realistic picture of total revenue impact.

Question 2

What is a typical no-show rate for appointment businesses?

Accepted Answer

No-show rates vary by industry: hair salons average 15-20%, dental practices 10-15%, fitness studios 20-30%, and medical clinics 15-25%. The national average across all appointment businesses is around 20%.

Question 3

How much revenue can SMS automation recover?

Accepted Answer

Automated SMS recovery typically recovers 30-40% of no-shows and 20-30% of cancellations. For a salon losing $2,000/month to no-shows, that translates to $600-$800 recovered monthly - well above the $119/month Rebooked subscription cost.

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