7 Deadly Sins Killing Your Sales

Most business owners think their sales funnel looks like this:

Marketing → Lead → Sale

Simple, right?

But here’s the truth—there’s a critical step missing. And if you’re skipping it, you could be leaving thousands (or even millions) in sales on the table.

That step is Lead Management.

Leads don’t magically become customers. They need to be nurtured—with consistency, speed, and care. And that’s where most businesses stumble.

At Beyond Business Virtual Assistants (BBVA), we’ve seen firsthand how hiring the right Filipino VA can help businesses avoid the 7 most common sales-killing mistakes.

Let’s break them down—and show you how a VA can help you close more deals.

⚠️ Deadly Sin #1: Slow Follow-Up Time

Speed is everything.

Studies show that following up with a lead within 60 seconds increases your chance of converting by 500%.

Yet most businesses take hours—or even days—to respond.

While you’re waiting, your competitor is already building trust with your prospect.

How a VA can help:

• Monitor inbound leads in real time
• Respond instantly with warm, personalised messages
• Book discovery calls or demos on your calendar immediately

⚠️ Deadly Sin #2: No Defined Follow-Up Process

“Winging it” kills deals.

You need a system—one that guides each lead through multiple touchpoints, across different channels.

No two follow-ups should feel the same.

How a VA can help:

• Build and manage an automated follow-up sequence
• Vary the content and channel for each touchpoint
• Keep leads engaged through consistent communication

⚠️ Deadly Sin #3: Assuming Your Lead Hasn’t Done Their Homework

Today’s buyers are highly informed.

They’ve read your reviews, compared competitors, and formed opinions before they ever reach out.

If your sales messaging treats them like they know nothing, you lose credibility fast.

How a VA can help:

• Research each lead’s background and activity
• Surface insights about what the lead already knows
• Help you personalise responses and handle objections intelligently

⚠️ Deadly Sin #4: Not Giving Them What They Asked For

When a prospect asks for specific info—give it to them. Quickly.

Too many businesses delay or provide generic responses. Trust is built when you deliver exactly what the customer is asking for.

How a VA can help:

• Track all lead requests across email, DMs, and forms
• Ensure accurate and timely delivery of requested documents or answers
• Follow up to confirm the lead received what they asked for

⚠️ Deadly Sin #5: Forgetting They Still Need to Be SOLD

Many businesses give up too soon.

80% of sales require at least 8 follow-up touches before a customer buys.

Most salespeople stop after 1 or 2 attempts—leaving revenue on the table.

How a VA can help:

• Manage long-term follow-up sequences
• Schedule reminder emails, calls, and touchpoints
• Keep leads warm until they’re ready to buy

⚠️ Deadly Sin #6: Assuming the Lead Is the Decision Maker

In many businesses, especially B2B, multiple stakeholders influence the buying decision.

If you’re only selling to one person, you’re leaving the real decision-makers out of the conversation.

How a VA can help:

• Research and map the decision-making structure of your leads
• Help you identify and engage secondary influencers
• Track conversations with each stakeholder

⚠️ Deadly Sin #7: Using Only One Form of Communication

Most businesses rely on email—and that’s a mistake.

Text messages, phone calls, video messages, DMs, and social media all play a role in modern lead nurturing.

A multi-channel approach significantly boosts your close rate.

How a VA can help:

• Manage outreach across multiple platforms
• Schedule SMS and video follow-ups
• Personalise outreach for each channel to maximise engagement

Why a Filipino VA Is Your Secret Weapon for Lead Management

Lead nurturing takes time—and that’s why it so often gets neglected.

But a trained Filipino VA can handle this critical work for you, helping you:

✅ Respond faster

✅ Follow up smarter

✅ Personalise messaging

✅ Engage multiple stakeholders

✅ Close more deals

Your leads get a world-class experience—while you stay focused on running your business.

Why Work With BBVA?

At Beyond Business Virtual Assistants (BBVA), we specialise in recruiting high-caliber Filipino VAs who are trained in modern lead management best practices.

And as of 2025, our service model is fully recruitment-only:

✔ One-time fee, no ongoing management fees

✔ Fast recruitment turnaround

✔ Vetted VAs with sales and lead management skills

✔ You manage your VA your way

✔ 30-day replacement guarantee

If you’re ready to stop losing leads—and start closing more sales—the right VA can help you do it.

I’m ready to hire a sales-focused VA