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Discovery Call Prep Sheet
Hand off a prospect without losing the story. This discovery call prep sheet puts the SDR’s context, the AE’s plan and a ten-point readiness gate on one page, so the person taking the call knows who they are talking to and what to ask.
The sheet below is live. Type into it, tick the gate, and copy your notes into your CRM when you are done.
How to use the discovery call prep sheet
Work the sheet left to right. The SDR fills what is known, the AE decides what to find out, and the gate tells both of you when the baton is ready to pass.
1. Fill the fileAdd the prospect, company and trigger event. Pull firmographic details from your contact data so nothing is guessed.
2. Mark the signalsSet budget, authority, need and timeline to what you know today. Leave Unknown rather than guessing.
3. Pass the batonTick the gate checklist together. If fewer than eight boxes are checked, spend five minutes closing the gaps.
Why a one-page handoff works
A fixed page keeps SDR notes short and consistent, which can help AEs spot what is missing at a glance. Many teams find that a shared checklist also makes SDR to AE feedback easier to give, because both roles are looking at the same page. A good discovery call prep sheet is only as strong as the contact and account data behind it, so keep your records current before each handoff.
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FAQs
Who should fill in a discovery call prep sheet?
The SDR completes the file, the SDR notes and the signal check. The AE adds the goal and discovery questions, and both review the handoff gate together before the call.
How long should one prospect sheet take?
Many teams aim for around ten minutes once the account data is on hand. A simple account can take less, and a complex one may need a short SDR and AE sync.
What should an SDR hand off to the AE?
The trigger event, the prospect’s pain in their own words, every previous touch, and any topic to handle with care. This helps the AE avoid repeating questions the prospect has already answered.
Can I change the discovery questions?
Yes. The five prompts are a starting point. Swap them for questions that match your product, deal size and sales process.
Should every lead get a prep sheet?
It is most useful once a meeting is booked. Using it on every cold lead can slow prospecting without adding much value.
How can ReachStream Prospect help fill the sheet?
ReachStream Prospect is designed to help SDRs find contact and company details in one place, with 450M+ contacts, 25M+ companies and 55M+ direct dials. AI Conversational Search can make it faster to describe who you want to reach, and Similar Companies can help you expand from accounts that already fit.
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Junaid Hussain Khan is a Senior Manager, Business Development at ReachStream. He leads strategic partnerships, uncovers new market opportunities, and helps drive ReachStream's growth and its position in the B2B ecosystem.
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