Cold Calling for B2B Sales - ( 15 to 24)
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- Q1What is a key metric you should track when the decision maker picks up the phone?Number of voicemails leftNumber of times gatekeepers block the callNumber of appointments setNumber of calls made40s
- Q2How can tracking objections during your calls improve future performance?It helps identify patterns and refine your talk trackIt decreases the number of calls you need to makeIt reduces the need for follow-up callsIt shows how many clients aren't interested40s
- Q3Why is it important to track how many decision makers you speak with versus how many calls you make?It tracks the overall quality of your call listIt measures your efficiency in reaching decision makersIt helps avoid calling the same person too frequentlyIt helps reduce the number of calls you need to make40s
- Q4What is a recommended way to deal with the objection “I’m too busy”?Apologize and quickly end the callImmediately ask to reschedule the call for another dayHave a written response prepared ahead of time and deliver it confidentlyLeave a voicemail with detailed information40s
- Q5What should you do if the decision maker hangs up on you during a call?Leave the company alone as they are not interestedWait at least six months before trying againSend an email asking for feedback on why they hung upPlan to call them again or try another contact within the same company40s
- Q6How should you prepare for common objections during cold calling?Use the same response for every objectionAvoid handling objections during the call and focus on reschedulingWrite down objections and responses ahead of timeTry to address each objection as soon as it comes up40s
- Q7What is the main reason you should avoid taking objections at face value?Objections are usually false and not based on real issuesMost decision makers object automatically without considering the offerObjections are meant to end the call quickly and aren’t worth addressingObjections often stem from deeper concerns that need to be addressed40s
- Q8How should you handle the objection “We already have a vendor”?Have a confident, tailored response preparedAsk the prospect if they are sure they don’t want a better vendorTry to convince the prospect to switch vendors immediatelyIgnore the objection and continue with the call40s
- Q9When a decision maker asks, “What does your company do?” during a cold call, how should you respond?Offer to send detailed information via emailProvide a clear, concise description of your company and its value propositionRedirect the question to focus on what the prospect needs insteadAvoid answering and refocus the conversation on setting an appointment40s
- Q10How should you respond to a prospect who says, “Send me some information”?Have a response ready, or offer to set up a follow-up meetingEnd the call and follow up by sending brochures in the mailAsk them to visit your website for more informationSend an email with detailed product descriptions immediately40s
- Q11What is the main benefit of using the “ledge” technique during cold calls?It helps bypass the gatekeeper to reach the decision maker directlyIt maintains momentum by suggesting a follow-up without directly addressing the objectionIt creates an opportunity to reschedule the call without pressuring the prospectIt provides detailed information about your product that can overcome the objection40s
- Q12Why should you consistently track the number of calls and decision makers reached during cold calling?It ensures that every call leads to a saleIt guarantees that each decision maker will agree to a meetingIt helps you measure progress and identify areas for improvementIt reduces the number of follow-up calls needed40s
- Q13How can you ensure confidence when delivering your talk track during a call?Focus on getting through the script quicklyTalk louder and more assertivelySpeak clearly, slowly, and with convictionRead directly from the script40s
- Q14What should you do if you accidentally deliver the wrong talk track during a call?Switch to another contact in the companyIgnore the mistake and continue speakingApologize and quickly correct the mistakeEnd the call and try again later40s
- Q15Why is it important to customize your talk track to the decision maker’s role (e.g., CEO vs. CFO)?Different roles have different priorities and concernsIt helps to avoid objections by focusing on general informationIt allows you to demonstrate deep knowledge about the companyIt helps to establish rapport by using industry jargon40s