At what stage were they disqualified (or should have been)?
What were the specific reasons for the loss (e.g., budget, authority, timing, competitor, no genuine need)?
Could these loss reasons have been identified earlier in the qualification process?
What questions weren't asked or insights usa consumer mobile number list weren't gained that would have prevented wasted time?
Were there any "red flags" that, in hindsight, should have led to earlier disqualification?
3. Facilitate Sales Team Feedback Sessions (Collective Wisdom):
Don't just analyze data; actively involve your reps in the process.
Dedicated Qualification Workshops: Hold regular (e.g., monthly or quarterly) meetings specifically to discuss lead qualification.
Present aggregated data on conversion rates by different lead types or criteria.
Open the floor for reps to share anecdotes, challenges, and "aha!" moments.
Ask questions like: "What types of companies are consistently a bad fit and why?" "What are the most effective qualifying questions you've found?" "What new signals are you noticing that indicate a strong or weak lead?"