ViewPoint

NOVEMBER 7, 2017

PointClear’s Kimmy Netterville has been nominated as one of the 40 Most Inspired Leaders in Sales Lead Management. The Sales Lead Management Association announced today that nominations are now closed, and voting is open until Dec. Look for Kimmy’s name in the “People in Lead Generation Companies” category.

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ViewPoint

APRIL 14, 2017

Last week I published a blog that provided five ways to avoid getting burned by outsourced B2B sales lead generation, qualification and nurturing. Sales/B2B Marketing execs feel intense need to do something, but are afraid to risk budget. The need for sales pressures the CMO to deliver leads fast.

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SnapApp

JANUARY 22, 2019

We tend to get caught up focusing on more: More sales, more traffic, more leads. And having more leads is also not necessarily better, but having better leads? That’s the key message of a webinar we did about qualified leads recently, and it speaks to a lot of what’s going on in marketing right now.

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ViewPoint

OCTOBER 20, 2017

This is the second of a 2-part series that borrows Miller Lite’s super successful Tastes Great, Less Filling campaign theme to make a point about sales lead generation. We’ve done the analysis that shows that PointClear’s outsourced lead generation approach generates 92.35% more revenue. How many do yours make?).

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Only B2B

OCTOBER 11, 2023

In this comprehensive blog, we’ll unravel the transformative journey from SQL (Sales Qualified Lead) to loyal customer. To contextualize their significance, consider a report by Gleanster Research , which states that roughly 50% of leads are indeed qualified but aren’t quite prepared to make a buying decision.

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ViewPoint

MAY 11, 2017

The point is, not all sales lead generation firms are created equal, just as not all houses are the same. Instead of highly qualified sales leads, our would-be client will end up with the equivalent of 8’ popcorn ceilings. What else, besides labor costs, factor in to the costs of lead generation?

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SnapApp

AUGUST 21, 2018

Sales-Qualified Leads. In the B2B sales funnel, they’re the key that unlocks the door to a sale. They’re the leads that have been carefully and skillfully nurtured. They’re the ones, that with the right discussion points, could turn a prospect into a sale. They are bottom-funnel leads.

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SnapApp

AUGUST 21, 2018

Sales-Qualified Leads. In the B2B sales funnel, they’re the key that unlocks the door to a sale. They’re the leads that have been carefully and skillfully nurtured. They’re the ones, that with the right discussion points, could turn a prospect into a sale. They are bottom-funnel leads.

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PureB2B

APRIL 4, 2022

Lead generation is a challenge. As a marketer, you’re faced with not only meeting your KPIs, but also supporting the sales team. In an ever-changing B2B selling environment, it can often feel like there are never enough sales leads. You can’t change how the sales team chooses to follow up on the leads you provide.

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Televerde

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Identifying and converting leads can be challenging without proper alignment between the marketing and sales teams. This can result in missed opportunities and difficulty achieving sales targets. 87% of marketing and sales leaders say alignment between sales and marketing enables critical business growth.

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SalesIntel

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Qualifying a sales lead has grown into a more complex task than simply checking boxes off of a customer profile. Sales is more than a transaction; it is a process and an increasingly personalized one. Qualifying leads can feel like a tightrope walk. What is a Qualifying Question.

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Optinmonster

MARCH 2, 2023

If you want to improve your conversion rates, one important thing to know is how to qualify leads. When your leads are qualified for marketing and sales, you’ll be more likely to convert them into paying customers. What Does It Mean To Qualify Leads? What Does It Mean To Qualify Leads?

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ViewPoint

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

James Obermayer, founder of the Sales Lead Management Association , recently spoke with SLMA Radio program host Paul Roberts on how lack of a sales lead management process hampers company growth. JO: So, the first thing [you've] got to [do is] define what a sales lead is. That's what it amounts to.

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Valasys

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Introduction The importance of having an effective CRM system in today’s digital age cannot be overstated, as it can make all the difference in how you manage your sales leads and ultimately close deals. And let me tell you, the right CRM system can be a game-changer for your sales game. What is a CRM?

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ViewPoint

NOVEMBER 8, 2017

There’s plenty of mediocrity in lead generation—both in-house and outsourced. However, there are a lot of things good insourced operations and lead generation companies do well. While lead generation (or teleprospecting) is not rocket science, there are a lot of moving parts in a well-run lead generation machine.

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PureB2B

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

There are a lot of variables to take into consideration when one looks at sales lead conversions. For one, every sales rep varies in experience and capability. How can you really increase the number of opportunities you get from the sales leads your team is working? In short – mistakes happen. The question stands.

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Adobe Experience Cloud Blog

APRIL 8, 2019

Sales reps would get a good sense of how interested someone was in their company’s products or services by spending some time with them. Qualified leads would ultimately receive more attention—the sales rep might play 18 holes with them to help close the deal. A solid definition of “lead”. What’s a lead?

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ViewPoint

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

These companies have a very high demand for their products and services, but they still need strong lead generation and qualification processes. It is unrealistic, even for the aforementioned companies, to think that sales can close every opportunity they receive. Qualify Your Lead. Turn Your Lead into a Sale.

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Rev

JULY 12, 2023

Yes, just one hour to follow up with leads and secure the best chance of speaking to key decision-makers and converting them into customers—at least, that’s what a study from the Harvard Business Review found. Low-quality leads make their way to sales, and some of the most qualified leads fall through the cracks.

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Only B2B

MARCH 6, 2024

“The only metric that matters in marketing is how many qualified leads you generate every month.” ” – Seth Godin, Marketing Author and Entrepreneur Generating qualified leads is the heart of lead generation and contributes to your bottom line i.e. revenue.

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ViewPoint

JULY 31, 2012

Generating sales leads that are actually followed up by sales is a basic business process that is broken in most companies. The reason is that marketing and sales are part of a Granfalloon. What constitutes a good lead? Deliver fewer, more qualified leads to sales. Measure what matters.

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Valasys

MAY 16, 2023

Introduction The importance of having an effective CRM system in today’s digital age cannot be overstated, as it can make all the difference in how you manage your sales leads and ultimately close deals. And let me tell you, the right CRM system can be a game-changer for your sales game. What is a CRM?

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ViewPoint

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Standard B2B lead-generation programs produce an average 5% lead rate while advanced lead-generation programs (which include lead nurturing) produce an average 15% lead rate—three times higher. That is why you frequently hear sales say: “the leads suck.”. In it I state: “How much should a lead cost?

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Belkins

JANUARY 24, 2021

Indeed, lead scoring is essential since it helps businesses to identify the most promising prospects and detect the ones that aren’t prone to conversions at early stages. We’ve prepared a few tips for you to master the art of reading your leads’ minds using progressive strategies and state-of-the-art technologies. What is lead scoring?

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ViewPoint

APRIL 7, 2015

“Cost of sales is determined by a lot of things,” Jake said, “But lead management isn’t one of them.” And with that the sales manager slapped the table with his hand to emphasize his words. Follow-up is the responsibility of the sales reps and as reported in the CRM system it was only 15%.

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Sprout Social

JANUARY 25, 2017

Social media is great for branding and customer service , but don’t overlook its value for lead generation as well. One of the best ways to find and generate leads is through social listening. Then use that information to appeal to them and turn them into leads. How Social Listening Provides Qualified Sales Leads.

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Marketing Insider Group

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Let’s be honest, your lead generation strategy might need some work if it’s not producing ROI. The whole point of lead generation is to generate leads that close! In modern times, B2B and B2C consumers are overwhelmed by sales, advertising and marketing teams vying for their attention. In-person events.

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PureB2B

MAY 30, 2022

However, it's not always the right strategy, and if cold calls are still the backbone of your sales strategy , you're missing out on opportunities. There's a wide variety of ways to get in touch with well-qualified prospects for your business. Best Strategies to Generate Sales Leads Without Cold Calling.

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ViewPoint

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

A broken lead generation strategy could mean trouble for your sales and marketing team, but not just because of the fundamental misalignment between the two departments. Have marketing and sales decided on a shared definition for a qualified sales lead? Do your marketing and sales teams trust each other?

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markempa

JULY 6, 2017

In this post, I’m going to focus on how to do lead management that increases sales conversion. Here’s why: First, B2B lead conversion to actual revenue conversion is low. According to Forrester, top performers convert 1.54% of leads to revenue. And average performers turn less than 0.75% of leads into closed deals.

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Prospectr

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

What’s a LinkedIn profile that drives leads have on it anyway? Your Value Proposition. Dan does a nice job of explaining the value his market gets from his services: Everyone in his niche (tech/B2B) wants more leads. This Approach Wins You More Qualified Leads Through LinkedIn. Ignore This.

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Hubspot

JUNE 26, 2023

Lead generation specialists play a crucial role in the sales process. Not only do they prospect for new business, but they help bring them into the sales funnel during the early stages. Table of Contents What is a lead generation specialist? Identifying Quality Leads A major part of lead generation is prospecting.

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The Point

MAY 23, 2017

There is a growing trend in the content syndication space, and among Cost Per Lead (CPL) programs in general, for media vendors to offer B2B clients the option of pre-qualified leads. However, over the long term, I’d argue that it’s almost always more cost-effective to qualify your own leads. Here’s why: 1.

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The Point

OCTOBER 15, 2019

If your organization is generating plenty of leads but those initial inquiries aren’t converting to sales qualified leads, meetings, or pipeline, a myriad of things could be at fault: 1) sales follow-up may be sub-standard in either cadence, frequency, or message. 2) lead nurturing. 2) lead nurturing.

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Belkins

OCTOBER 4, 2020

Qualifying Leads For Appointment-Setting Success. However, you do need a deeper knowledge of leads and how to ensure that only the most relevant sales leads are flowing through your pipeline. We always mention taking pride in our sales leads and how thoroughly we qualify them.

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Valasys

MAY 4, 2021

There are a variety of answers to the question- what the right technique to generate B2B sales lead is? However, when it comes to techniques to generate B2B sales leads the best one is to formulate your lead generation strategy around your industry, product, and customers. And accordingly, the answers also differ.

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Datafusion Solutions

AUGUST 13, 2020

The Sales Funnel. The Sales Funnel is a wonderful way to track clients, from being a lead to a customer. Working along the sales funnel is crucial for any sales employee. It’s a tried and tested model, effective at the sales game. Sales Conversion Rate: What does it imply?

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