Workflows Overview
Automate meeting reminders, follow-ups, and notifications with meetergo workflows
Workflows in meetergo let you automate communications around your meetings. Send reminders before appointments, follow-ups afterward, and keep everyone informed about changes—all without manual effort.
What Are Workflows?
A workflow is an automated action triggered by a booking event. Each workflow consists of:
- Trigger: When the action happens (e.g., 1 hour before meeting)
- Action: What gets sent (email, SMS, or WhatsApp)
- Recipients: Who receives the message (attendees, hosts, or both)
Types of Triggers
Before Meeting Triggers
Send reminders before appointments start:
| Trigger | Use Case |
|---|---|
| 1 day before | Give attendees time to prepare |
| 1 hour before | Final reminder to join |
| 15 minutes before | Last-minute heads up |
| 5 minutes before | "Starting soon" notification |
After Meeting Triggers
Follow up after meetings:
| Trigger | Use Case |
|---|---|
| After meeting starts | Thank you for joining |
| After meeting ends | Request feedback or share resources |
| 1 day after | Survey or follow-up email |
Booking Event Triggers
React to booking changes:
| Trigger | Use Case |
|---|---|
| Booking confirmed | Welcome message with details |
| Booking rescheduled | Updated time confirmation |
| Booking cancelled | Cancellation acknowledgment |
Communication Channels
The default channel for most workflows:
- No additional cost
- Rich HTML formatting
- Supports attachments and links
- Custom email templates
SMS
Text message reminders for higher open rates:
- Requires SMS credits (see SMS Credits)
- 160 character limit per message
- Higher engagement than email
- Best for time-sensitive reminders
Reach attendees on their preferred messaging app:
- Requires WhatsApp integration via Superchat
- Uses pre-approved message templates
- Great for international audiences
- Includes read receipts
Pre-Built Workflow Templates
meetergo includes ready-to-use templates:
One Hour Before
Sends a reminder email 60 minutes before the meeting with:
- Meeting time and date
- Video call link
- Agenda or description
Final Reminder (5 Minutes)
A last-minute notification just before the meeting starts.
Follow-Up One Hour After
Reaches out after the meeting ends to:
- Thank attendees for their time
- Share next steps
- Request feedback
One Day Before
Gives attendees advance notice with full meeting details.
One Day After Survey
Sends a feedback request the day after the meeting.
Creating a Custom Workflow
- Navigate to Workflows in your dashboard
- Click Create Workflow
- Configure the trigger:
- Select trigger type (before/after meeting, booking event)
- Set timing (minutes, hours, or days)
- Choose the action:
- Select channel (email, SMS, WhatsApp)
- Write your message content
- Select recipients:
- All guests
- All hosts
- Everyone
- Assign to meeting types:
- Apply to specific meeting types
- Or enable for all meetings
- Save and activate
Dynamic Tags
Personalize your messages with dynamic tags that auto-fill with booking data:
| Tag | Replaces With |
|---|---|
{!M.Guest.Fullname} | Attendee's full name |
{!M.Guest.Firstname} | Attendee's first name |
{!M.Host.Fullname} | Host's full name |
{!M.Meeting.Start} | Meeting start time |
{!M.Meeting.Duration} | Meeting duration |
{!M.Meeting.Venue} | Meeting link or location |
{!M.Brand.Name} | Your company name |
Example Message
Hi {!M.Guest.Firstname},
This is a reminder about your meeting with {!M.Host.Fullname}
at {!M.Meeting.Start}.
Join here: {!M.Meeting.Venue}
See you soon!
{!M.Brand.Name}
Workflow Best Practices
Don't Over-Communicate
- Limit reminders to 2-3 per meeting
- Avoid sending within minutes of each other
- Let attendees opt out of non-essential messages
Time Your Reminders Well
- 24 hours before: For meetings requiring preparation
- 1 hour before: Standard reminder
- 5-15 minutes before: Only for high-no-show scenarios
Use the Right Channel
- Email: Detailed information, links, attachments
- SMS: Time-sensitive, short reminders
- WhatsApp: International or mobile-first audiences
Keep Messages Concise
- Lead with the essential information
- Include the meeting link prominently
- Avoid lengthy paragraphs
Managing Workflows
Enable/Disable Workflows
Toggle workflows on or off without deleting them. Useful for:
- Seasonal campaigns
- Testing new messages
- Pausing during holidays
Edit Workflow Settings
Modify timing, content, or recipients at any time. Changes apply to future bookings only.
Delete Workflows
Remove workflows you no longer need. This doesn't affect already-scheduled reminders for existing bookings.
Troubleshooting
Workflow Not Sending
Check these common issues:
- Workflow disabled: Ensure it's toggled on
- Not assigned to meeting type: Verify it's linked to the right meetings
- Recipient setting: Confirm recipients are configured
- SMS credits depleted: Check your credit balance for SMS workflows
Duplicate Messages
If attendees receive multiple messages:
- Check for overlapping workflows with similar timing
- Review meeting type assignments
- See Avoiding Duplicate Emails
Messages Not Personalized
Ensure you're using the correct tag syntax:
- Tags are case-sensitive
- Include the full tag with
{!prefix and}suffix - Preview messages before activating
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