The Best Lead Generation Strategy For 2024 (Tutorial)

Jordan Platten
22 Mar 202312:02

Summary

TLDRThis script offers a comprehensive guide on generating B2B leads efficiently. It introduces three methods: manual lead generation using Google Maps, utilizing Apollo.io for automated lead discovery, and outsourcing to services like Fiverr for lead qualification. The speaker emphasizes the importance of targeting decision-makers and stresses that lead generation should not be a business bottleneck, advocating for outsourcing as a scalable solution.

Takeaways

  • πŸ˜€ Lead generation is about creating a list of potential customers for your business to sell products or services to.
  • πŸ” The speaker generated a lead list of 200 leads in under half an hour for a marketing agency, showcasing the efficiency of the method.
  • πŸ“ Three different lead generation methods are discussed: manual, using tools like Apollo.io, and outsourcing to services on platforms like Fiverr.
  • 🌍 Google Maps is highlighted as a manual tool to find businesses by niche and gather their contact information.
  • πŸ“ž The importance of finding decision makers and their contact details, such as phone numbers and emails, is emphasized for effective lead generation.
  • πŸ› οΈ Apollo.io is introduced as a tool that uses LinkedIn and other websites to find decision makers for B2B lead generation.
  • πŸ’° The cost of using Apollo.io is mentioned, with a starting price point and the ability to pay more for additional features like bulk selection and export.
  • πŸ“ˆ The speaker suggests outsourcing lead generation to overcome budget constraints and to scale the process, especially when starting a business.
  • πŸ“ It's recommended to qualify leads by ensuring they are the right fit for the business before reaching out, to avoid wasting time on unqualified prospects.
  • πŸ“± Finding mobile numbers for leads is crucial for cold calling, and if done manually, it's suggested to outsource this task to save time.
  • 🌐 The script mentions using databases and websites like 'check a trade' to scrape leads and emphasizes the importance of controlling the quality of leads generated.
  • πŸ“ˆ Outsourcing lead generation is framed as a mindset shift that can remove lead generation as a bottleneck, allowing businesses to focus on outreach and conversions.

Q & A

  • What is the primary goal of lead generation?

    -The primary goal of lead generation is to identify and compile a list of potential customers, known as leads, for a business to engage with and potentially sell products or services to.

  • How long did it take the speaker to generate a recent lead list of 200 leads?

    -It took the speaker less than half an hour to generate a lead list of 200 leads.

  • What is one of the tools mentioned in the script for generating leads manually?

    -One of the tools mentioned for generating leads manually is Google Maps, which can be used to find businesses and gather information about them.

  • What information should be included in a lead list according to the script?

    -A lead list should include the decision maker's title, first and last name, company name, email, and phone number.

  • How does the speaker suggest finding the decision maker of a company?

    -The speaker suggests looking at the 'About Us' page of a company's website or searching for the business name along with the word 'owner' on Google to potentially find them on LinkedIn or elsewhere.

  • What is Apollo.io and how does it help in lead generation?

    -Apollo.io is a tool that scrapes websites like LinkedIn to find decision makers for businesses to reach out to, making the lead generation process more efficient.

  • What is the recommended approach for using Apollo.io to generate leads?

    -The recommended approach is to use search filters such as job titles, location, employee size, and industry keywords to find a targeted list of leads, and then export and verify the list for qualification.

  • Why is it important to verify the leads after using a tool like Apollo.io?

    -It's important to verify the leads to ensure they are qualified and meet the specific criteria for the business, preventing wasted effort on unqualified or irrelevant leads.

  • What alternative method does the speaker suggest for finding mobile numbers of business owners?

    -The speaker suggests using Fiverr to hire someone to find mobile numbers for the leads, as it can be time-consuming to do this manually.

  • What is the speaker's view on outsourcing lead generation?

    -The speaker strongly advocates for outsourcing lead generation as soon as a business can afford to do so, as it should not be a bottleneck and there are cost-effective options available.

  • How does the speaker's agency handle lead generation?

    -The speaker's agency uses a combination of software to generate an initial list and then outsources the list to a lead generation team who qualify, enrich the leads, and obtain mobile numbers.

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Lead GenerationB2B StrategiesGoogle MapsApollo.ioManual ResearchCold CallingDecision MakersFiverr ServicesLead QualificationOutsourcingMarketing Agency