Sales are slow. You need leads—this week, not next quarter. Maybe your pipeline dried up, your ad budget ran out, or your last campaign flopped. Either way, you’re stuck in the worst spot: pressure to grow, but no time to wait for a “long-term strategy.”
This post gives you real solutions you can start today—even if you’re short on budget, team, or time.
The fastest way to get leads: use what you already have
When time is tight, don’t start from zero. Tap into what’s already working, even if it’s not perfect.
Here’s the truth:
The fastest way to generate leads is to follow up on interest that already exists.
Start with:
- Your past customers. Email them. Ask if they need anything else. Give them a reason to re-engage or refer.
- Your warm leads. Anyone who filled out a form, clicked on an email, or messaged you—even if they didn’t convert—is still in play.
- Your network. Post on LinkedIn. Message 10 people. You don’t need 10,000 followers—you need 3 people who say yes.
These aren’t just free tactics. They’re fast because you’re not chasing cold leads. You’re activating what’s already close to buying.
What to do today, this week, and next
Today: 90-minute lead sprint
Set a timer. Here’s what you can do right now.
- Write down 10 people who’ve shown interest recently.
- Message them directly. Keep it simple:
“Hey, I’ve got one spot open this week. Want to grab it?” - Email your customer list with a short update or offer. Don’t overthink the design—just send it.
- Post on your most active platform. Share an offer or ask. Use urgency:
“I’ve got capacity for 2 new clients this month—if you need help, DM me.”
This week: create a quick offer funnel
Package something simple. A small, valuable service—something you can deliver quickly. This isn’t your full service list. This is a lead generator.
Create a fast landing page using tools like:
- Carrd – ultra-simple landing pages
- Canva Sites – looks good, fast to launch
- Mailchimp landing pages – includes signup forms
Include:
- What the offer is
- Who it’s for
- What they get
- Clear CTA (“Book now” or “Claim your spot”)
Run a $20–$50 ad on Meta or Google to promote it. Keep it laser-focused. One offer, one audience.
Next week: add automation (lightweight only)
Don’t overbuild. But once the leads start coming, you need a basic follow-up system.
Set up:
- Auto-responder email. Confirm the lead and next steps.
- Simple CRM or spreadsheet. Track who came in, who followed up, who booked.
- Booking link or form. Don’t waste time on back-and-forth. Use Calendly, TidyCal, or your email service provider’s form.
Tools and templates
Cold outreach script
“Hey [Name], just a quick note—I’m opening a few client spots this month. If you still need help with [X], let me know and I’ll send details.”
Free lead magnet ideas (no design needed)
- Checklist PDF (Canva or Google Docs)
- 5-minute video walkthrough
- “Top 3 Mistakes” guide
Quick win offers you can sell fast
- 1-hour consult
- Audit + report (website, brand, ads)
- Small deliverable (flyer, ad, mini-strategy)
Free tools to move quickly
- Carrd.co – easy landing pages
- Canva – for design and lead magnets
- Calendly or TidyCal – for booking
- Mailchimp or ConvertKit – to email and automate
Need leads without the panic?
You don’t have to do everything. You just have to do what works right now.
Need more leads but don’t want to lock into a long-term plan?
Book your Marketing Day now to get expert help creating a lead strategy that works for your business, with zero pressure, no contract, and no ongoing commitment.