Lead Source Map for 2026
Day 7 of 30 · B2B Sales 2026 Masterclass
Pick 3 focus channels (outbound, inbound, partner/event/community) and run measurable experiments.
Learning Goal
- Select 3 primary channels aligned to your ICP.
- Create a channel brief: resourcing, metrics, 2-week test.
- Set a minimal pipeline goal per channel.
Why It Matters
- Scattered channels = noise and wasted time.
- Focus + experiment = fast learning and cutoff for weak channels.
- ICP-fit channel choice improves response rate.
Explanation
Main channels
- Outbound: list + message + follow-up.
- Inbound: content, lead magnet, SEO/SEM.
- Partner/event/community: co-webinar, meetup, professional group.
Channel brief
- ICP fit, resource (time/budget), cadence.
- Metrics: replies, meetings, SQL conversion.
- Cutoff rule: when you stop/adjust.
Examples
Bad: 6 channels at once, no metrics, no cutoff.
Good: 3 channels, each with a 2-week test, target: 15 replies / 5 meetings / 2 SQL.
Guided Exercise (10–15 minutes)
- Write channel briefs for 3 channels (outbound, inbound, partner/event/community).
- Set 2-week goals: replies, meetings, SQL per channel.
- Define the cutoff rule (when you stop or change).
Independent Exercise (5–10 minutes)
Pick one channel and write 3 concrete actions for the next 48 hours.
Self-check
- 3 channels selected.
- Channel brief + goal + cutoff ready.
- 3 immediate actions for one channel.
Optional Deep Dive
- Outbound best practices: https://www.apollo.io/blog/outbound-sales
- Community-led growth: https://www.gainsight.com/guides/community-led-growth