How do I know which Lead Status to use for a record?

How do I know which Lead Status to use for a record?

In the Leads Module in Zoho CRM, there are 11 status options. Here's standard best practices for using each status:


Lead StatusWhen to use this statusWhat happens when status is saved
NewThis status is automatically assigned to all new leads upon auto importWhen a lead is entered into the CRM and is labeled new, a Realtor email intro is sent to the lead and a task is assigned to the user responsible for prospecting. 
Contacting

Engage

Future

Pending Preapproval

Preapproved

Nurturing

Credit Repair

Junk Lead

Dead Lead

Discarded