Calendly

Overview

Calendly is an automated scheduling platform that eliminates the back-and-forth emails of finding a meeting time. You share a link, and the recipient books a slot that syncs automatically with your Google or Outlook calendar.

Pricing & Free Tier

Free Tier: Yes. Includes 1 event type (e.g., "30 Minute Meeting") and unlimited bookings.
Standard: $10/user/month. Unlocks unlimited event types and integrations with Zoom/Google Meet.
Teams: $16/user/month. Adds routing forms and team scheduling.

How to Use

1. Sign up at calendly.com.
2. Connect your calendar and set your availability.
3. Create an event type (e.g., "Discovery Call") and copy the booking link.
4. Share the link with clients or embed it on your website.

Important Notes

• Buffer Times: Always set a buffer time (e.g., 15 mins) between meetings to prevent back-to-back fatigue.
• Video Conferencing: Native Zoom/Meet integration requires the Standard (paid) plan. On the free plan, you must manually add a meeting link.