> ## Documentation Index > Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.poodleailabs.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further. # Cold Call > Practice cold calling techniques against AI gatekeepers and decision-makers. Sharpen your cold calling technique by practicing with different gatekeepers and decision-makers. ## What this scenario is for Cold Call sessions simulate the first few minutes of an unplanned outbound call — getting past a gatekeeper, earning a few seconds of attention from a decision-maker, and handling early objections before you've built any rapport. ## Personas You'll choose from personas representing different gatekeepers and decision-makers, each with a personality trait (for example, brusque and time-pressed, or open and curious) that shapes how hard the conversation will push back. ## Tips for this scenario * Lead with a clear, specific reason for the call — vague openers get you screened out fastest. * Expect to be interrupted. Practice recovering your point in one sentence. * Try the same persona with a different personality trait to see how your opener holds up under more resistance. Review the full session setup and mechanics before you launch.