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What Makes a Good Lead (And How to Spot a Bad One Fast)

August 25, 20251 min read

What Makes a Good Lead (And How to Spot a Bad One Fast)

"Frustrated business owner on the phone dealing with an unqualified lead"

🔴 The Problem

You're getting enquiries… but they’re not turning into jobs.

Why?

Because not all leads are created equal.


🟣 The Shift You Need to Make

Stop chasing every lead.
Start identifying who’s ready to buy—and who’s wasting your time.


🤎 3 Ways to Spot a Good Lead Fast

1. They have a clear problem you can solve

Good leads come in saying “I need help with…”
Bad leads say “just looking around…”

2. They understand your service/value

✅ They've read your site, seen your work, or were referred.
❌ They’re not messaging 5 businesses for the cheapest price.

3. They follow your process

If they fill in your form, book the call, or respond quickly—they’re serious.

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🟡 If You Don’t Qualify Properly…

  • You waste time on leads that never convert

  • Your calendar fills with no-shows

  • You get discouraged and burnt out


🔵 When You Do...

  • Your close rate improves

  • You enjoy conversations with better-fit clients

  • You protect your energy and time

  • Your marketing works harder


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🟢Stop Chasing Every Lead. Start Closing the Right Ones.

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Not all leads are created equal. Protect your time and energy by learning how to qualify the right people—and build a sales process that filters out the tyre-kickers.

👉 The best sales system isn’t about more leads. It’s about better ones.

📅 Book Your Free Sales Strategy Session Now

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