STEP ONE—Potential Lead is researched and identified. INFO ENTERED TO CRM. LEAD CHECKLIST is generated (automated)
Daniel—CKB, Chain Stores
Yvonne—Chain Stores, NSW & QLD Accounts
Angela—VIC Small Accounts
STEP TWO—First PHONE CALL. Identify decision makers and speak with buyer or manager. If not available, get info—add to CRM, and procure a good time to call back. Schedule task, record call and make notes in CRM.
STEP THREE—ASAP and within 24 hours (unless on Friday), FOLLOW-UP PHONE CONTACT—introduce yourself, give and get basic company info, review checklist to qualify as LEAD. Request meeting or phone follow-up dates. In person first contact always preferred. See notes on UNQUALIFIED LEADS BELOW
STEP FOUR—Send out WELCOME LETTER & PRODUCT DETAILER (automated) if qualified.
STEP FIVE—Within 24 hours of WELCOME LETTER & PRODUCT DETAILER—make follow-up PHONE CALL.
STEP SIX—E-mail PRICING & ACCOUNT APPLICATION after follow-up phone call.
STEP SEVEN-- Within 24 hours (unless on Friday), follow-up PHONE CALL—request meeting and/or samples to be sent
STEP EIGHT—CLOSE THE DEAL & GET FIRST ORDER--ensure region’s delivery schedule is understood
STEP NINE—Set up schedule in CRM for follow-up calls and to get regular orders—weekly, bi-weekly, monthly
*UTILIZE AND NOTE ALL ACTIVITIES, E-MAILS & CALLS IN CRM