Actions Don’t Mirror Emotion
Knowing what people do isn’t the same as knowing what they think.
Whether you’re dealing with a decision-maker in your organization or with a client, you’ll likely come across this question. Those who have been working in organizations for some time often have assumptions about their customers and prospects that are firmly entrenched. The “Why bother?” question is one you’ll need to be prepared to answer….
Many people who do research with their customers or prospects forget this simple and incredibly valuable step!
Have you been asked to rustle up some quick research on spec for a prospect? There’s a better way to provide valuable insights for the pitch, help your existing clients AND build your agency new business funnel.
Engaging partners in your thought leadership research can get you the respondents you need and build new relationships that can get more eyes on your thought leadership content!
Guess what? The research isn’t the thought leadership. It’s what you build on top of the research that demonstrates your expertise.
There are pros and cons for both choices, and you may want to use different approaches for different respondent groups.