Sales is a high-stakes game. Every minute counts, and every interaction matters.
But here’s the dirty little secret of the sales world: sellers spend more time prepping than selling.
From researching prospects to crafting pitches and creating outreach messages, sales prep is a time-consuming process. And while it’s essential, it often comes at a hidden cost: lost productivity, missed opportunities, and burnout.
The good news?
AI is here to change the game.
By automating the busywork, AI-powered tools like Bounti.ai are helping sellers reclaim their time and focus on what really matters: closing deals.
The Time-Consuming Nature of Sales Prep
Let’s break it down. On average, sales reps spend:
- 6+ hours per week researching prospects and companies.
- 4+ hours per week creating pitches and collateral.
- 3+ hours per week crafting personalized outreach messages.
That’s 13+hours per week spent on prep work—time that could be spent building relationships, nurturing leads, and closing deals.
The impact is clear:
- Lost productivity: Sellers are bogged down by manual tasks, leaving less time for high-value activities.
- Missed opportunities: Slow response times can lead to lost deals.
- Burnout: The constant grind of research and prep can take a toll on sellers’ morale.
The AI Solution: Automating the Busy work
By automating repetitive tasks like research, pitch creation, and messaging, AI is helping sellers work smarter, not harder. Here’s how:
Instant Insights
AI-powered platforms like Bounti.ai deliver deep company and role insights in seconds.Sellers no longer need to spend hours scouring the web for information—they can walk into every meeting prepared and confident.
Ready-to-Use Collateral
From first-call decks to battle cards, AI generates tailored pitches and collateral in minutes. This means less time spent on manual creation and more time spent selling.
Personalized Messaging
AI helps craft personalized outreach messages for email, LinkedIn, and more. Sellers can engage prospects with tailored messaging that resonates, without spending hours on manual effort.
Bounti.ai in Action
At Bounti.ai, we’ve seen first hand how AI can transform the sales process. Take the example of a mid-market sales team that was struggling with low productivity and missed targets.
Before using Bounti.ai, the team spent an average of 15 hours per week on sales prep. After implementing Bounti.ai, they cut that time down to just 5 hours per week—saving 10+ hours per rep every week.
The results?
- 30% increase in meetings booked.
- 20% increase in deals closed.
- Higher morale and productivity across the team.
“Bounti.ai has been a game-changer for us,” says the team’s sales manager. “Our reps are spending less time on prep and more time selling. It’s a win-win.”
Why AI is More Than Just a Tool
AI isn’t just a tool—it’s a time-saver and a productivity booster. By automating the busy work, AI empowers sellers to focus on what they do best: building relationships and closing deals.
But the benefits go beyond productivity. AI also helps sellers:
- Respond faster: With instant insights and ready-to-use collateral, sellers can engage prospects in real-time.
- Stand out: Personalized outreach helps sellers cut through the noise and make a lasting impression.
- Reduce burnout: By eliminating repetitive tasks, AI helps sellers stay motivated and focused.
Conclusion
The hidden cost of sales prep is real—but it doesn’t have to be. With AI-powered tools like Bounti.ai, sellers can reclaim their time, boost their productivity, and focus on what really matters: closing deals.
At Bounti.ai, we’re proud to be part of this shift. Our platform is designed to help sellers work smarter, not harder, so they can achieve more with lesseffort.
Ready to save time and sell smarter?
Start your free trial with Bounti.ai today and see how we can transform your sales process.
