Prospect vs Lead: Key Differences, Qualification Frameworks & How to Convert
The difference between a lead and a prospect is qualification. A lead is an unqualified contact who fits your broad target audience or has shown initial interest. A prospect is a lead that has passed structured qualification, confirmed they fit your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP), and demonstrated buying intent. In B2B sales, treating every lead as a prospect wastes valuable selling time, and treating every prospect as a lead loses revenue. This distinction determines which … Read more

