Club Playbook: Three Steps to Using LinkedIn to Find More Prospects (ft. Charlotte Johnson of Salesloft)
Jan 8, 2024
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Charlotte Johnson of Salesloft shares her LinkedIn Playbook with four actionable takeaways and discusses finding prospects on LinkedIn, utilizing Sales Navigator, maximizing internal connections, and increasing response rates on the platform.
Use the spotlight filter in Sales Navigator to target quick wins among your prospect list.
Connect with lower-level employees on LinkedIn to gather insights, shape your message, and build relationships.
Deep dives
Finding Warm Prospects on LinkedIn
To target prospects more likely to respond, start by importing your accounts into Sales Navigator. Then, create a new lead search in the lead filter tab, filtering by specific seniorities. Utilize the spotlight filter to find quick wins, such as following your company on LinkedIn, connecting with team members who are connected to stakeholders in your target accounts, or identifying people who have recently changed jobs. These filters help you narrow down and prioritize prospects who are more likely to be receptive to your outreach.
Groundswell and Detective Work
To refine your messaging and engage with prospects, add lower-level employees on LinkedIn to increase mutual connections and gather insights. Connect with them and ask specific questions related to your messaging, such as if they are still using certain tools or if specific topics are discussed in team meetings. Take note of the valuable information shared to shape your message and better understand their needs and challenges.
Messaging on LinkedIn
When crafting messages on LinkedIn, avoid using long, salesy structures. Instead, use a nurture approach that focuses on personalization, addressing challenges, and offering a value-add resource or content that genuinely helps their team. Another approach is the DOB (Draft On Behalf) method, where you utilize mutual connections to have a person internally at your company message the prospect. This contextually personalized message increases the chances of a reply and fosters a stronger connection.