AutomateCold CallRoleplays forSDR Hiring
FirstDial lets you assess real sales skills through AI-powered cold call simulations without live managers
The SDR Manager Experience
With FirstDial
Without FirstDial
SDR managers with FirstDial get to skip the hour-long roleplays and just listen to recordings when they're ready, qualifying candidates in 2 minutes.
SDR managers without FirstDial spend hours scheduling candidates, sitting through repetitive cold call roleplays and trying to stay consistent across every interview, slowing down hiring.
How FirstDial Works
Our streamlined process makes SDR hiring efficient and effective
1
Onboarding & Setup
The hiring/SDR manager works with Firstdial onboarding team to customize the roleplay process.
Together, we define:
- Where the roleplay fits into the hiring process
- How SDR candidates will be invited and prepared
- How SDR managers will be notified of completed calls
- How to automate next steps after the roleplay
2
Roleplay Initiation
Once an SDR candidate reaches the designated stage in the hiring process, they receive an automated email with:
- A toll-free number to call
- Instructions on how to prepare
- A fictitious LinkedIn profile of the AI prospect
The LinkedIn profile includes:
- Full name, company, and industry
- Company size, products, and services
- Prospect's role, responsibilities, and industry experience
3
The Cold Call Roleplay
The SDR candidate calls the AI-powered prospect and engages in a fully dynamic cold call simulation.
The AI acts as a real prospect and:
- Responds naturally
- Raises objections
- Asks questions
- Pushes back when needed
The SDR must handle objections, build rapport, and attempt to book a meeting.
4
Call Recording & SDR Manager Notification
Once the call ends, an automated email is sent to the SDR manager.
The SDR manager logs into the system to:
- Listen to the full call recording
- Read the transcript
- Assess the SDR's performance
5
Automating Next Steps for the Candidate
Based on performance, the system automatically sends an email to the candidate with:
- Next steps if they move forward
- A thank-you email if they complete the process
- A rejection email if they don't meet expectations
6
Reviewing & Hiring Decisions
SDR managers review recordings and evaluate candidates based on:
- Objection handling
- Confidence and articulation
- Rapport-building
- Ability to book a meeting
The hiring team decides whether to advance or reject the candidate.
Why FirstDial
Eight powerful reasons FirstDial transforms your SDR hiring process
Time Savings for Sales Managers
Sales managers are hired to drive pipeline, coach their teams, and close deals. Running live roleplays with candidates eats up one to two hours per person, including scheduling, conducting the call, and documenting feedback.
With FirstDial:
- Candidates complete roleplays on their own schedule
- Managers review recordings and transcripts in 5 minutes
- This frees up dozens of hours during each hiring cycle for higher-priority tasks
Faster Hiring Leads to Securing Top Talent
Top SDR candidates are off the market in ten to fourteen days. Manual roleplays delay the process, adding days or weeks.
With FirstDial:
- Candidates complete assessments within twenty-four hours of receiving the invite
- Recordings and transcripts are available immediately for review
- This reduces time-to-hire, giving your company a better chance of securing top talent before competitors
Consistency Across All Candidate Evaluations
Every manager conducts roleplays differently. Objections vary, feedback quality changes, and hiring decisions become inconsistent.
With FirstDial:
- All candidates face the same AI-driven ICP with real objections and scenarios
- Hiring decisions are based on consistent criteria
- Recordings and transcripts create an objective record for every assessment
Scalability Without Adding More Hiring Resources
Screening five to ten candidates manually is manageable. Screening fifty or one hundred is not.
With FirstDial:
- Managers can assess unlimited candidates at once without adding more staff
- Firstdial handles the entire roleplay process, recordings, transcripts, and candidate follow-ups
- The hiring process can scale as fast as your sales team needs to grow
Cost-Effective Compared to Recruiters or Internal Processes
Recruiters and agencies charge thousands per hire. Internally, manager time alone costs hundreds of dollars per candidate when spent on live roleplays.
With FirstDial:
- Per candidate pricing or quarterly subscriptions keep costs transparent and scalable
- One hour saved from a manager's time covers the cost of an entire candidate assessment
- The value of time saved multiplies as hiring volume increases
Data-Driven Hiring Decisions
Manual processes rely on handwritten notes and personal impressions. Important details are missed or forgotten.
With FirstDial:
- Every assessment includes a recording and transcript
- Managers can revisit calls, compare candidates, and make hiring decisions based on clear evidence
- This ensures accountability and improves hiring quality
Prevents Manager Burnout
Sales managers juggle revenue targets, team coaching, and hiring responsibilities. Adding manual roleplays to their schedule stretches them thin.
With FirstDial:
- Managers stay focused on revenue-driving activities
- Reviewing a 5-minute call recording is far easier than running multiple live roleplays each week
- This helps prevent burnout and keeps managers engaged in their core responsibilities
Adaptable for Future Use Cases
FirstDial is designed for SDR cold call roleplays today, but its framework supports future scenarios:
With FirstDial:
- Objection handling for account executives
- Customer service simulations for support representatives
- Renewal or upsell conversations for customer success teams
- This makes FirstDial a long-term solution as your team expands and evolves.
Your ROI
10 Reasons FirstDial Pays for Itself
1
Review calls in 5 minutes
Instead of spending up to 2 hours on each live roleplay
2
Consistent experience for every candidate
Instead of varying questions and tone across interviewers
3
Make hiring decisions in 24–48 hours
Instead of dragging it out over weeks due to scheduling
4
Let candidates complete assessments on their own time
Instead of juggling calendars and rescheduling no-shows
5
Get transcripts and recordings every time
Instead of relying on handwritten notes and memory
6
Identify strong candidates faster
Instead of waiting for final interviews to see who can actually sell
7
Free up manager time for coaching and closing
Instead of burning their energy on repetitive interviews
8
Never forget to follow up
Instead of manually sending thank-you or rejection emails
9
Use a repeatable, scalable process
Instead of reinventing the wheel for every new hire
10
Replace inefficiency with real results
Instead of losing top candidates to faster-moving teams
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