Welcome to the GTM Launchpad newsletter! Each week, I will share a sales play to help you grow your business, level up your sales game, and succeed in the trenches

Hey Sales Fam,

What’s up? Hope you’re all enjoying the summer vibes! Over here at The SD Lab we’re feeling the heat in a good way.

Big shout out to Jamie who just rocked her onboarding and nailed her first few meetings all on her own. If you have a moment send her some cheers—it’ll boost her as she starts flying solo

Now even though it’s tempting to slow down during summer it’s actually the perfect time to keep our energy high. What we do now will set us up for success in the next few months. It's like if we take it easy now we might miss out on big wins later 💪

And yes while we push hard we’ve also got to chill and recharge. I’m planning to take a two week break in July myself hitting the beaches of Florida with my family. It's all about balancing hard work with some well earned downtime 😎

So let’s keep our spirits high and our goals even higher. Are you ready to make this summer count and keep the momentum going?

Let’s dive into some great strategies to help us stay on top!

Sponsor of the Week - ZoomInfo Copilot

Let's talk about a tool that’s changing the game for me – ZoomInfo Copilot.

Just a few weeks in and I’m blown away by the AI. Every morning my dashboard lights up with 3 to 5 key accounts that are primed for engagement.

With a few clicks, I match contacts, tailor my approach and boom personalized emails are out the door.

Out of 150 emails sent I've landed 18 replies and booked 3 solid meetings. Not too shabby right?

Check out this video where I break down how ZoomInfo Copilot is making everyday sales smarter and more intuitive.

Understanding Your Prospects – The Real Deal

Understanding your prospects isn't just about knowing their names or what companies they work for—it's about truly getting what makes them tick.

Here’s how you can get under the surface and really connect with your prospects to boost your sales

1. Active Listening

• Play: Start every one of your calls with the mindset that the first few minutes are for listening only. Use this time to let your prospect do the talking.
  

• Tactical Tip: Keep a notepad handy and jot down key phrases or concerns they mention. This will help you tailor your responses and show that you're paying attention.

2. Strategic Questioning

• Play: Prepare a list of open ended questions that encourage your prospects to elaborate on their needs and challenges
  

• Tactical Tip: Use questions like, "Can you walk me through a typical day dealing with this issue?" or "What’s the biggest hurdle stopping you from reaching your goals?"

3. Empathy Mapping

• Play: After each interaction take a moment to reflect on the emotional state of your prospect. What are they really seeking? Security, efficiency, growth?
  

• Tactical Tip: Create a quick empathy map where you outline what your prospect says, thinks, does, and feels. This can guide your follow up and offer strategies.

4. Solution Alignment

• Play: With the insights gathered align your product or service as the key to solving their specific issues.
  

• Tactical Tip: Instead of listing features, connect them directly to outcomes. For instance - if they worry about time highlight how your solution saves time or simplifies processes.

5.Feedback Loop

• Play: Encourage feedback at every step of the journey. Make it clear that you’re partners in this process.
  

• Tactical Tip: Use phrases like, "Does this approach feel right to you?" or "How does this align with your expectations?" This not only fosters collaboration but also deepens trust

By implementing these strategies you're not just selling; you're consulting.

You become an ally who understands their needs and crafts personalized solutions. It’s about making every conversation count and building a relationship that goes beyond the sale.

These steps aren't just actions they're an approach that builds trust and turns

Person of the Week Feature - Jamie Neubeck

Let’s shine a big ol spotlight on Jamie Neubeck our rockstar Founding SDR at The SD Lab!

Just three weeks in and Jamie is already setting the sales floor on fire. From zero to hero in her first two weeks post onboarding, Jamie isn't just hitting targets she’s making them😎

Check out her LinkedIn profile and connect. Trust me you’ll want to keep an eye on her journey – plus her insights are gold!

Explore. Engage. Evolve.

🎥 YouTube Pick of the Week: Check out "Kyle Asay's Top Tips for B2B Sales Discovery in 2024". Kyle’s cutting through the old school sales fluff and laying down strategies that really work

📚 Book of the Week: Dive into "The Sales Magnet: How to Get More Customers Without Cold Calling" by Kendra Lee. It’s all about pulling prospects in not pushing them away.

Bonus Sales Tactics

• Utilize Behavioral Data: Track how your prospects interact with your emails and website. Use this data to tailor your follow up and catch them at the right moment.
  

• Harness Social Proof: When reaching out mention similar companies you’ve helped. Real examples build credibility and pique interest.
  

• Perfect Your Timing: Timing can make or break a deal. Use insights from your CRM to reach out when your prospects are most likely to engage

That’s a wrap for this week folks! Remember understanding your prospects isn’t just about gathering data; it’s about building relationships that last

Try out these strategies and let me know how they work for you. Got a tip or a success story? Hit reply and share it with us. Let’s keep learning and growing together.

Make sure to check your inbox next Monday for more insights and actionable tips. Together we’re not just selling – we’re changing the game

Keep crushing it

Tom Slocum ✌️

Thanks for reading, see you again next week at 8 am MST!

- Tom Slocum ✌️

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