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April Dunford argues that B2B buyers often choose "no decision" because purchases feel high-stakes and confusing, making indecision the real competitor. She proposes a two-part sales pitch: a setup that teaches the whole market through insight and alternative approaches, then a follow-through that demonstrates differentiated value, illustrated with Help Scout and Postman examples.
Subscriber post — summary only01Key takeaways
- Many B2B purchases end in "no decision", so the real competitor is buyer indecision rather than rival products.
- Buyers fear making a bad choice more than missing an opportunity, so pitches should reduce perceived risk.
- Lead with a differentiated market insight instead of a generic problem or trend slide.
- Teach prospects the pros and cons of each alternative approach, including the status quo, before showing your product.
- Tie every feature to the customer value it delivers, and use the setup conversation as discovery.
02Frameworks mentioned
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