Dr MEDDIC's Art of Qualification: The Ultimate Therapy to Heal Your B2B Sales Process!
Ari Massoudi
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In the cutthroat world of B2B sales, there's a secret weapon that separates the legends from the novices. It's not about how many calls you make or how aggressively you push for a close. It's about qualification—the delicate art of understanding your prospects so deeply that you can predict their next move before they do.
When "Always Be Closing" Becomes "Always Be Failing"
Picture the iconic scene from "Glengarry Glen Ross" where Alec Baldwin's character thunders, "Always Be Closing!" It's a moment that once epitomized sales culture—ruthless, uncompromising, and laser-focused on the deal. But here's the brutal truth: that approach is as outdated as a fax machine in a world of instant messaging.
The internet has transformed buyers. They're no longer passive targets waiting to be convinced. They're informed, skeptical, and armed with more information than ever before. A pushy sales pitch today doesn't just fall flat—it can torpedo your entire company's reputation.
The Tale of Two Salespeople: Aston & Martin
Let me introduce you to Aston and Martin, two salespeople who could be poster children for contrasting sales philosophies.
Martin is the quintessential "hustle" salesperson. He's in the office before sunrise, makes countless calls, runs back-to-back demos, and looks like he's working harder than everyone else. His energy is infectious, and his initial sales forecast looks impressive.
Aston? She's different. Calm, measured, often out of the office early. Where Martin sees every lead as a potential sale, Aston sees a puzzle to be carefully solved.
The Qualification Revelation
As the quarter progresses, something fascinating happens. Martin's initially stellar numbers start to crumble. Those "promising" leads turn into dead ends. His forecast plummets, and he barely closes two deals.
Aston? She meets her targets precisely and even lands an unexpected additional opportunity. Her secret? Qualification.
The Three Critical "Whys" of Sales Qualification
Qualification isn't just a step in the sales process—it's an investigative art form. Before pursuing any lead, Aston asks three fundamental questions:
1. Why Something?
What's the real motivation behind the prospect's potential purchase? What underlying need are they trying to address?
2. Why Us?
What makes your solution stand out? What objective reasons would convince decision-makers to choose you over competitors?
3. Why Now?
What creates genuine urgency? What prevents the customer from indefinitely postponing the decision?
MEDDIC: The Qualification Methodology That Changed the Game
Enter MEDDIC, a methodology that's less a sales technique and more a strategic approach to understanding your prospects:
- Metrics: Quantify the potential impact of your solution
- Economic Buyer: Identify the true decision-maker
- Decision Process: Map out the customer's internal decision journey
- Decision Criteria: Understand exactly what they're evaluating
- Identify Pain: Diagnose the core problems your solution resolves
- Champion: Find an internal advocate who will fight for your solution
A Real-World Triumph: PTC's Strategic Mastery
Consider PTC's remarkable story in Southern Europe. By rigorously applying MEDDIC, they transformed from a $4 million company to a $27 million powerhouse in just three years, outmaneuvering giant competitor Dassault Systèmes.
The Qualification Mindset: Your Ultimate Sales Superpower
Qualification isn't about saying yes—it's about knowing when to say no. It's about understanding that not every lead is worth your time, and that's okay. The most successful salespeople aren't those who chase every opportunity, but those who strategically select and nurture the right ones.
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To all the sales rookies out there: master qualification, and you'll not just hit your targets—you'll exceed them with precision and purpose.
Remember, in the world of B2B sales, it's not about how many leads you pursue. It's about pursuing the right leads.
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- Robotics engineer turned serial tech entrepreneur
- Former senior executive at Schlumberger, PTC, and Oracle
- Best-selling author of "ALWAYS BE QUALIFYING: M.E.D.D.I.C. 2020" and "Leadership by Cyrus the Great"
- Founder of MEDDIC Academy
- Creator of the game-changing MEDDIC & MEDDPICC sales methodologies
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Interesting! Thanks for sharing Ari
Innovative Technology Sales and Marketing Leader, Entrepreneur & Investor
4wAri Massoudi, sales therapy, huh? sounds intriguing but are traditional methods really that ill? let's unpack it.