Buying the database is only half the job. The other half is turning contacts into conversations, and conversations into sales.
This playbook shows you how to set up a purchased lead file so nothing leaks, nothing is duplicated, and every record is worked within the first 48 hours, when conversion is highest.
Step 1. Set up your CRM before you buy
Have your destination ready before the file arrives. Create a pipeline with stages that match your sales motion, such as New, Contacted, Interested, and Won, and add the custom fields you work with, like city, segment, and lead source.
Most CRMs accept Excel and CSV imports, so a purchased file can be uploaded within minutes. JSON is available for teams that connect the data programmatically.
Step 2. Clean and de-duplicate the file
When you receive a lead export, run a quick pass to remove duplicates, standardise phone number formats, and merge any records that already exist in your CRM. This keeps your data quality high from day one.
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Get a free sampleStep 3. Work leads within 48 hours
Lead intent decays fast. The highest connect and conversion rates come from contacts who are reached within 48 hours of purchase.
A simple two-touch sequence works for most segments:
- Day 1: personalised WhatsApp or call introducing your offer.
- Day 1-2: follow-up call for interested prospects.
- Day 3: gentle email or WhatsApp reminder for non-responders, then log the outcome.
Step 4. Segment, don’t spray
A purchased database is segmented by intent, like property buyers vs sellers, or personal loan vs business loan. Preserve that segmentation in your CRM. A different offer, message, and follow-up rhythm suits each segment, and segmentation is exactly what lifts conversion.
Step 5. Measure and reorder
Track what matters: calls connected, proposals sent, and deals closed per list. When a category performs, order more of it. When it does not, refine your message before buying again. Buying leads becomes a predictable system once you measure every order.
Frequently asked questions
What export formats do I get?
Leads are delivered as Excel, CSV, or JSON. Excel for daily work, CSV for CRM and auto-dialer imports, and JSON for engineering teams.
Which CRM works with purchased leads?
Any CRM or spreadsheet tool that accepts CSV or Excel imports. The file includes standard contact fields, so upload them in minutes.
How soon should I call purchased leads?
Aim for within 48 hours of delivery. Fresh leads convert best because the buying intent is still active.
Galaxy Connect Team
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