Build GTM decisions that survive board scrutiny. ICP, positioning, pipeline math, channel strategy, sales enablement, and an operating cadence your team can run.
Clarity
Segment, message, and motion aligned to buyer triggers
Control
Pipeline coverage model with funnel constraints mapped
Repeatability
Operating system with templates your team can run
Who This Is For?
Founder (A/B)
What breaks: Pipeline stalled at 2-3 qualified leads per month
What we fix: ICP clarity, proof-driven positioning, pipeline coverage model
What you get: Segmentation map, positioning narrative, pipeline model
CRO/Sales
What breaks: Win rate dropping, sales cycles stretching, deal velocity slowing
What we fix: Talk tracks, objection handling, proof architecture, deal review cadence
What you get: Sales enablement kit, buyer journey playbook, weekly pipeline rhythm
CMO/Demand Gen
What breaks: High traffic, low qualified pipeline, unclear channel ROI
What we fix: Channel strategy, message-market fit, funnel math, attribution model
What you get: Demand playbook, content strategy, channel prioritization framework
ITeS CXO
What breaks: Inconsistent positioning across service lines, unclear cross-sell motion
What we fix: Portfolio narrative, buyer journey mapping, client success framework
What you get: GTM operating model, service-line positioning, expansion playbook
What Is GTM Alpha (α)?
Why GTM Breaks Now: Decision Dead Zones
- Over-engineered funnel stages with no clear ownership or buying signals
- No defined proof required to advance deals to the next stage
- ICPs stuck between stages with no exit path
- No shared language between marketing, sales, implementation and product
Friction inside your GTM system kills velocity, lowers conversion, and destroys pipeline quality.
The EPIC Framework Powers the Alpha Mindset
What You Get
ICP / Segmentation Map
- Buying trigger taxonomy by segment
- Decision-maker hierarchy and pain mapping
Output: Segmentation map with prioritized ICP tiers
Positioning + Proof Architecture
- Proof-driven narrative with customer evidence
- Competitive differentiation framework
Output: Positioning deck with proof library
Pipeline Model + Channel ROI
- Funnel math and coverage requirements
- Channel ROI model and prioritization
Output: Pipeline coverage model with channel strategy
Sales Enablement Kit
- Talk tracks mapped to buyer journey stages
- Objection handling and proof library
Output: Sales playbook with deal review templates
GTM Operating Cadence
- Weekly pipeline review rhythm
- Monthly strategy check-in templates
Output: Operating playbook with meeting templates
AI Assist Layer
- Where AI helps (research, personalization, content)
- Where it does not (strategic decisions, define ICP)
- Governance and quality control framework
Output: AI integration guide with guardrails
How The Engagement Works
Phase 1 (Day 0-15): Discovery + Diagnosis
What happens:
- Stakeholder interviews and CRM audit
- Win/loss analysis and competitive teardown
- ICP hypothesis and positioning audit
What you provide:
- Access to team, CRM data, past decks
- Customer feedback and sales call recordings
What you get:
- Diagnostic report with GTM gaps and action plan
- ICP hypothesis and positioning audit
- Friction map (decisions stall)
Phase 2 (Day 15-60): Strategy + Operating Model
What happens:
- ICP finalization and positioning build across collaterals
- Pipeline model and channel strategy as per EPIC GTM
- Proof architecture and enablement framework
What you provide:
- Customer interviews (we facilitate)
- Product roadmap and sales data
What you get:
- GTM strategy deck with segmentation map
- Positioning narrative and pipeline model
- Enablement framework
Phase 3 (Day 60-90): Enablement + Handoff
What happens:
- Sales kit build and team training
- Operating cadence design and AI layer setup
- Handoff and 30-day check-in plan
What you provide:
- Feedback loops and commitment to operating rhythm
What you get:
- Sales enablement kit and GTM playbook
- AI assist layer and 30-day check-in plan
Proof + Free Tools
Tools you can use immediately
16 GTM Strategy Templates (Notion)
Use it to: Clone the workspace, fill in your context, and run it as your operating doc.
GTM Whisperer Article
(LinkedIn Newsletter)
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FAQ
Q1: What's the difference between GTM Alpha vs EPIC GTM Services?
A: GTM Alpha is strategy and operating model. You get ICP, positioning, pipeline math, channel plan, and the cadence your team runs. EPIC GTM Services is execution. We build the sales kit, create the assets, run campaigns, and run execution with your team.
Q2: What inputs do you need from us?
A: CRM export, previous pitch decks, win/loss notes, product roadmap context, and access to 3-5 customers for interviews. A GTM lead should be available 4-6 hours per week for decisions and reviews.
Q3: Who from our team needs to be involved?
A: Founder or CXO for direction and sign-off. Sales leader for pipeline and enablement. Marketing leader for positioning and demand. Product is optional, recommended when roadmap alignment is needed.
Q4: What do we have at the end of 30/60/90 days?
A: Day 30: diagnostic, friction map, ICP hypothesis. Day 60: full GTM strategy with positioning, proof architecture, pipeline model, channel priorities. Day 90: sales enablement kit, operating cadence, handoff plan.
Q5: Can you work with existing agencies or in-house teams?
A: Yes. We define strategy and the operating model. Your team or agency executes. We provide templates, training, and a review cadence to keep execution consistent.
Q6: What if we're ITeS vs SaaS? Does the motion change?
A: Yes. ITeS needs portfolio narrative, service-line positioning, and client success motion. SaaS needs product-led growth, expansion triggers, and pipeline velocity focus. The framework stays the same. The playbook changes by business model.
Pricing
GTM Alpha Diagnostic (Quarterly)
₹11.50L (India/ APAC/ MEA)
$12,500 (EU/ NA)
In-house Marketing Team Benchmark (Annual)
₹75L
$80k
Job portal benchmark.
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