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EPISODE · Jul 25, 2025 · 49 MIN

The Real Reason Prospects Ghost You After the Demo

from Growth Department · host Chelsey Reynolds

Ever crushed a product demo… only to hear crickets afterward? You’re not alone. In this episode, John Kennelly breaks down why founders and sales teams often get ghosted after the demo... and it has nothing to do with your software’s features.John shares why discovery is the unsung hero of every sales cycle, the questions that uncover real buying intent, and how to build trust before you ever share your screen.If you’ve been losing deals after what felt like a “perfect demo,” this is your playbook to fix it.What you’ll learn in this episode: ✔ The most common mistake founders make before the demo ✔ Why asking better questions beats pitching harder ✔ How to create alignment so prospects don’t disappear ✔ The #1 mindset shift to stop ghosting before it starts🎧 Listen now to start winning deals before you even click “Share Screen.”Growth Department slows the conversation down so founders and business leaders can go further, faster.If this episode helped you think differently, follow the show and share it with someone building alongside you.

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Ever crushed a product demo… only to hear crickets afterward? You’re not alone. In this episode, John Kennelly breaks down why founders and sales teams often get ghosted after the demo... and it has nothing to do with your software’s features. John shares why discovery is the unsung hero of every sales cycle, the questions that uncover real buying intent, and how to build trust before you ever share your screen. If you’ve been losing deals after what felt like a “perfect demo,” this is your p...

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