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Hire a lead generation & appointment setting va

A lead generation VA fills your calendar. They build prospect lists, run outreach sequences, call and text new leads within minutes, and book qualified appointments for you or your sales team.

What they handle

  • Prospect list building and data enrichment
  • Cold email and LinkedIn outreach using approved scripts
  • Speed-to-lead calls and texts on new inquiries
  • Appointment setting and confirmation reminders
  • CRM pipeline updates and lead notes
  • Database reactivation campaigns

Tools they use

  • GrowthToro CRM
  • Apollo
  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator
  • Instantly
  • Dialers

What we screen for

  • Confident phone presence
  • Persistence
  • CRM hygiene

Typical schedule

Often full-time, aligned to your prospects’ business hours.

Questions about hiring a lead generation & appointment setting va

Is cold calling by a VA compliant?

It can be, if you follow TCPA, DNC, and state rules. We train VAs on your compliance requirements, and you remain responsible for your lists and consent.

How long does it take to hire a lead generation & appointment setting va?

Most placements take about 14 days from discovery call to start date, including skills testing and your finalist interviews.

What does it cost?

A one-time placement fee ($2,000–$3,000 depending on plan) plus the VA’s hourly wage. Managed plans add a monthly fee of $300 for the first VA plus $75 for each additional VA.

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