Find My Catalyst Podcast Initial Outreach to Prospects - 77
This week on the Catalyst Sale Podcast we discuss an initial outreach approach mentioned during the episode with Pam Boiros, and one that Mike Simmons first learned from Jeff Hoffman when Mike and Pam were at SkillSoft.
This initial contact approach is based on a foundation of Why You (the customer), Why You Now. Mike has had significant success over the years using this customer focused and personalized approach. This is a personalized approach that works well for both new prospects, and for re-engaging with previous contacts.
We would also love to hear some of the additional topics you would like us to discuss on future episodes.
Questions Addressed- "Why you, why you now?"
- How do you apply this today?
- How can we start?
- Why you (the customer, prospect, recipient of the email); Why I’m reaching out to you now.
- Call to Action - who would you recommend?
- Provide context, demonstrate that you have done the legwork, focus on the customer.
- Here is the copy of my initial outreach to Jody.
Hi Jody - I've listened to you and Lee for ~9 months now. I was smart enough to follow your advice and Lee's advice, and contacted him last July. He and I met for coffee, and it was one of the catalysts that lead to where I am today. I'd like to talk with you about your experience, your journey, lessons learned, and the possibility of creating a Sales oriented podcast. What's the best way to schedule a discussion? Thank you, Mike
- The outreach is not cold, context is provided based on what is important to the recipient.
- Be thoughtful
- The subject line is critical - you want to provide enough information that will prompt the recipient to open the communication.
- Jody likes to put the "Ask" - right up front.
- Practical application today.
- Search
- Use keywords
- Find a Quote
- Find the Context
- Do the Work Up Front
- Use your own language
- This is NOT mass email
- Learn your customer’s story, and incorporate it into your communication.
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