You want more customers. More sales. More growth.
But here’s the thing:
Before someone buys from you, they need to know you exist. That’s where lead generation comes in.
It’s not magic. It’s not luck. It’s a process. Let’s break down how lead generation actually works — in plain English.
Step 1: Find the Right People
First, you need to know who you want to talk to.
Good lead generation starts with a clear profile:
This is called your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). It helps you stop wasting time on people who will never buy.
Step 2: Get Their Attention
This is where your message matters.
You can grab attention by:
Good messaging speaks to a pain or a goal. It makes people stop and think:
"That’s exactly what I’ve been dealing with."
Step 3: Start a Conversation
Once you’ve got their attention, it’s time to engage.
This could mean:
The goal is to move from stranger → interested → conversation.
Step 4: Nurture Until They’re Ready
Not everyone will buy right away. That’s okay.
But staying in touch is key:
People buy when they’re ready. Lead generation makes sure they think of you when that time comes.
Step 5: Book the Call and Close the Deal
This is where lead generation hands over to sales.
Your system should deliver:
You take the call. You solve the problem. You win the deal. That’s how growth happens.
What Makes Lead Generation Work (or Not)?
It’s not about being loud. It’s about being smart.
Lead generation works when:
It fails when it’s:
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