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Quarterly Customer Review: Expansion + Renewal Plan
Run a simple quarterly review to label accounts Save/Stabilize/Expand, identify renewal risks early, and create a 90-day action plan for expansion and retention.
Define Customer Activation (“First Value”) in One Sentence
Define “activation” (first value) in one sentence, add 3 observable signals, and remove the top blockers so new customers reach value faster.
Customer Health Signals and Weekly Review
Pick three simple customer health signals (usage, money, friction) and review them weekly so you can prevent churn and trigger expansion early.
Demand Capture Basics: One CTA + One Form + One Thank-You Flow
Set one primary CTA, one short form, and one simple thank-you flow so inbound leads are captured, routed to an owner, and followed up consistently.
One-Sentence Positioning + 3 Proof Points
Write a clear one-sentence positioning statement and 3 proof points so the right customers self-qualify faster (and the wrong ones bounce).
Commitments List: Know What You’ve Promised Before Cash Moves
Build one commitments list (what you’ve already agreed to pay) so renewals and bills don’t surprise you—and your cash forecast becomes reliable. Includes an Excel template.
Weekly Rolling 8-Week Cash Forecast (Simple, Non-Model)
A simple weekly 8-week cash forecast that prevents surprises and helps you make decisions before you run into trouble. Includes an Excel template.
Standard Payment Terms + A Weekly Collections Routine
Standardize payment terms and run a weekly collections routine to improve cash flow and reduce overdue invoices without chaos.
A Lightweight Qualification Script + 3 Disqualifiers
Use a short qualification script and 3 disqualifiers to protect time, focus on the right deals, and improve win rates.
Follow-Up SLA: Respond to New Leads Within a Set Time (and Track It)
Set a simple follow-up SLA (owner + response target) so leads don’t die in inboxes—and you can measure speed-to-lead properly.
Centralize Lead Capture + Make “Lead Source” Mandatory
Centralize every inbound lead into one intake destination and make “lead source” mandatory so you stop losing leads and learn what channels work.
Define Your Sales Pipeline Stages (with Clear Entry/Exit Criteria)
Define pipeline stages with simple “entry” and “exit” rules so deals don’t get stuck and your forecast isn’t fiction.