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Wait for Time Node

The Wait for Time node pauses a workflow for a specified duration before continuing to the next step. Use it to build timed sequences, schedule follow-ups, or delay actions until the right moment.

Video Walkthrough

Watch: Deep Dive Into All Agent Workflow Nodes — 10:52–11:53

Counter Type​

Wait Options

The Wait node supports several timing modes, each suited to different use cases.

Fixed Duration​

Pause for an exact amount of time --- 5 minutes, 1 hour, 3 days, or any custom duration. The workflow resumes automatically when the timer expires.

Example: Wait 30 minutes after a missed call before sending a follow-up SMS.

Wait Until a Specific Date​

Wait Until a Specific Date

Pause until a specific calendar date. This is useful when you need an action to fire on a known date, such as a birthday greeting or an anniversary follow-up.

The date can come from a contact field variable, so each contact gets a personalized schedule.

Time Offset​

Time Offset

Wait until a calculated time relative to a date field --- for example, 2 days before an appointment or 1 hour after a signup date.

Example: Send a reminder SMS 24 hours before a scheduled appointment by offsetting from the appointment date field.

Building Drip Sequences​

Chain multiple Wait nodes together to create timed outreach sequences:

  1. Day 1 --- Send an introductory SMS immediately.
  2. Wait 2 days --- Then make a follow-up call.
  3. Wait 4 days --- Then send a check-in email.

Each Wait node feeds into the next action, spacing out your touchpoints over time.

Tips​

  • Contacts remain "in" the workflow while waiting. They will not be affected by other instances of the same workflow during this time.
  • Combine Wait nodes with conditional logic to exit early if the contact responds before the timer expires.
  • For outbound campaigns, use drip timing to avoid calling your entire list at once.

Next Steps​