Strategies For Prospecting And Lead Generation
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Course Overview
Strategies for prospecting and lead generation is the key to your success. Your success today is a result of the prospecting you did six months ago. Become skilled at networking and remember the old 80/20 rule. Know who to target and how to target them, and remember to do some prospecting every day through warming up cold calls, following up on leads, or networking. Build your personal prospecting plan, to ensure your future by planting seeds daily.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
- Develop effective prospecting strategies to identify and target high-potential customers.
- Learn various lead generation techniques, such as networking, cold calling, and social media marketing.
- Qualify leads to identify those most likely to convert into sales.
- Develop a personal prospecting plan to ensure a consistent flow of leads.
- Craft compelling sales pitches and presentations to convert leads into customers.
- Understand the importance of relationship building in the sales process.
- Leverage technology to automate and streamline prospecting and lead generation activities.
- Measure and analyze the results of prospecting and lead generation efforts to identify areas for improvement.
Curriculum
Introduction to Prospecting & Lead Generation
The Importance of Prospecting in the Sales Process
Cost of Customer Acquisition vs. Retention
Building a Sustainable Sales Pipeline
Defining Prospecting vs. Lead Generation
Understanding the Buyer’s Journey and Its Impact on Prospecting
Identifying Ideal Customer Profiles & Target Markets
Customer Segmentation Strategies
Defining Ideal Customer Characteristics (Needs, Pain Points, Budget)
Developing Detailed ICP Profiles
Identifying Target Markets and Industry Research
Market Sizing and Opportunity Analysis
Traditional Prospecting Techniques
Cold Calling Strategies and Techniques
Effective Email Prospecting Techniques
Utilizing Networking and Referrals for Lead Generation
Industry Events and Trade Shows as Prospecting Opportunities
Building Relationships through Social Selling
Online Lead Generation Strategies
Leveraging Social Media Platforms for Lead Generation (LinkedIn, Twitter, Industry Forums)
Content Marketing Strategies for Attracting Leads (Blogs, Ebooks, White Papers)
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay-Per-Click (PPC) Advertising
Utilizing Online Lead Generation Tools and Databases
Qualifying Leads and Lead Scoring
Establishing Lead Qualification Criteria (BANT & CHAMP)
Utilizing Lead Scoring Models for Effective Prioritization
Qualification Calls and Identifying Decision-Makers
Avoiding Common Lead Qualification Mistakes
Crafting Compelling Value Propositions
Understanding Customer Needs and Pain Points
Highlighting Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP)
Developing Value Propositions Tailored to ICPs
Communicating Value Effectively Through Messaging and Presentations
Lead Nurturing Strategies and Conversion
Building Automated Lead Nurturing Campaigns
Utilizing Email Marketing for Lead Engagement
Content Marketing Strategies for Nurturing Leads
Converting Leads into Sales Opportunities with Effective Follow-Up
Measuring and Analyzing Prospecting & Lead Generation
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Prospecting Success
Tracking Lead Generation Activities and Results
Analyzing Lead Conversion Rates and Sales Cycle Length
Utilizing Data to Optimize Your Prospecting Strategy
Follow-up Strategies and Lead Nurturing
Importance of follow-up in prospecting and lead generation
Developing follow-up strategies and sequences for nurturing leads
Leveraging email marketing, phone calls, and social media for lead nurturing
Personalized Prospecting and Lead Generation Plan (Project)
Assessing current prospecting and lead generation practices and identifying areas for
improvement
Creating a personalized prospecting and lead generation plan for achieving sales targets
Setting goals, objectives, and timelines for implementation
who attends
Right For You
Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have basic computing skills. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date.
Requirements:
- Sales managers and sales representatives
- Working professionals seeking to change career, job, or industry to sales related field
- Individuals who meet the requirements and intend on starting a career in sales
- Mid to senior-level executives in any sector
Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.
Key Program Features
Training
The Strategies For Prospecting And Lead Generation training approach employs hands-on learning, which imparts the skills required for specific job roles.
Internship & Projects
The Strategies For Prospecting And Lead Generation course provides up to 4 months of internship while working on real work projects, which adds expertise and verifiable work references in the resident country.
Career Development
The Strategies For Prospecting And Lead Generation course assists participants in securing a job through the development of a professional profile and job prospecting.
teaching team
Meet Your Facilitator(s)
Adeola Badmus
Senior Project Consultant • Nigeria
PhD Marketing; MSc Marketing; PSM I II and III;
Dr. Adeola Badmus is a seasoned marketing expert with a PhD and MSc in Marketing. He has a successful track record in brand development, project management, and digital marketing. He has held leadership positions at Fusion Versity and has been a consultant at Piston & Fusion Business Academy. Currently, he is a faculty member at a business school, where he shares his knowledge and experience with aspiring business leaders.
Hope Okunmahie
Head of Career & Business Advisory • Nigeria
B.Sc. in Accounting; Diploma in Professional Marketing; MDS certification; CIM (Member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing).
Hope Okunmahie is the Head of Career & Business Advisory at Piston & Fusion Business Academy, with a B.Sc. in Accounting, a Diploma in Professional Marketing, and certifications from MDS and CIM. With a strong foundation in finance and marketing, she has a proven track record of helping sales teams across various industries achieve increased revenue and business growth. Beyond teaching, Hope is a dedicated volunteer mentor on Micro Mentor, offering career advice and guidance. Her expertise in developing marketing strategies, business plans, and optimizing processes empowers individuals and businesses to unlock their full potential and succeed in the evolving business landscape.
course schedule
The Schedule For This Course
Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class.
Classroom
Weekdays
Dates:
17th Jul – 18th Jul, 2025
As of Fri Feb 21 2025
Days:
Thu & Fri
Time:
8:30am – 3:30pm
Duration:
2 days
Weekends
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Virtual
Weekdays
Dates:
17th Jul – 18th Jul, 2025
As of Fri Feb 21 2025
Days:
Thu & Fri
Time:
8:30am – 3:30pm
Duration:
2 days
Weekends
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What It Will Cost
Piston and Fusion offer the Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates and fees for classroom and virtual online class
Standard
₦190,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
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Refreshment
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Perks
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Additional Services
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Standard Plus
₦240,000
Virtual Only
Course Materials
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
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Perks
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Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
Professional
₦270,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Mentorship
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Refreshment
Teabreak & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
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Professional Plus
₦320,000
Classroom & Virtual
Course Materials
Print & PDF
Certificate
Manual, Cases & Templates
Print & PDF
Mentorship
3 Months
Refreshment
Tea Break & Lunch
Perks
Souvenir
Notepad & Pen
Additional Services
CV & LinkedIn Profile Development
Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)
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This programme is designed for executives tasked with igniting innovation within their organisations, or who seek to create innovative solutions to a major challenge
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- Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
- CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.
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