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Welcome to the CanadianSME Small Business Podcast, hosted by Maheen Bari. In this episode, we explore how B2B organizations can turn buyer research, human insight, and AI-assisted outreach into predictable revenue systems that actually convert.
We’re joined by Shane Lawrence, Managing Partner at SMB Acuity Inc., where his team specializes in running buyer interviews and win-loss programs, then transforming those insights into sales playbooks, automations, and clarity across the entire go-to-market engine. Shane shares how Canadian SMEs can use human-led, AI-boosted research to align teams and unlock measurable growth.

Key Highlights:
- Win–Loss for Revenue: How buyer interviews reshape sales strategy quickly without big budgets.
- AI + Human Outreach: How AI supports authentic communication and cross-team alignment.
- 90-Day Pilot Model: How short, outcomes-based projects de-risk change and accelerate results.
- Sales Enablement Today: Why practical playbooks and automation improve consistency and pipeline flow.
- Future of B2B Growth: How insight-driven research and AI will define the next era of sales and marketing.

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Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as direct financial or business advice. Always consult with a qualified professional for advice specific to your situation.