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The Lead Generation Strategy Guide

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For example, a lead with a profile that matches a company’s buyer persona should not only be rated higher than a lead who is outside the typical customer profile; in many cases, the ideal prospect should be required to take less action in order to meet lead qualification criteria. Stages of Lead Qualification.

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The Lead Generation Strategy Guide

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For example, a lead with a profile that matches a company’s buyer persona should not only be rated higher than a lead who is outside the typical customer profile; in many cases, the ideal prospect should be required to take less action in order to meet lead qualification criteria.

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Ultimate Guide to the Data-Driven Sales Funnel

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In the consideration stage, leads are officially converted to sales qualified opportunities and are viewed as prospective customers. Sales Qualified Lead: Sales Accepted Leads (SALs) are MQLs that have been passed on to sales reps, who should contact them as high-priority leads and convert to a business opportunity.