Released Method

Pragmatic guidance for planning, releasing, and selling software products.


Selling

The Selling pillar of the Released Method equips your team to effectively position, promote, and sell your software. It’s not just about flashy presentations — it’s about having the right tools and messaging to engage decision-makers, overcome objections, and close deals.

This pillar focuses on building a complete, repeatable sales kit that can scale with your business and adapt to different stages of the sales funnel.


🔑 Key Deliverables for the Sales Process

Each of the following components plays a role in moving prospects from curiosity to commitment.


📊 Sales Presentations

These are your front-line tools for storytelling. Different versions are tailored for different audiences and scenarios:

  • 1-Slide Pitch – Sharp, bold, and fast. Ideal for elevator pitches or intro calls.
  • 3-Slide Deck – A quick but compelling overview for early-stage interest.
  • 15-Slide Presentation – Covers features, benefits, and use cases in detail — great for discovery sessions.
  • 30-Slide Deep Dive – Comprehensive product walkthrough for serious buyers or technical audiences.

📝 Proposal Template

A standardised, professional format for presenting pricing, scope, and timelines. This keeps your proposals consistent, branded, and easy for prospects to digest and compare.


📄 Brochure

Customer-facing marketing collateral that tells your product’s story — visually rich, benefits-focused, and easy to hand over at events, meetings, or digitally.


🧾 DataSheet

Technical buyers care about the details. The datasheet lays out features, specs, integrations, and system requirements — all in a format that builds trust and confidence.


🥊 Sales Battlecard

A quick-hit reference guide for the sales team. Includes:

  • Key talking points
  • Objection handling tips
  • Unique selling propositions
  • Competitive angles

Helps reps stay sharp and focused in live conversations.


🆚 Competitive Analysis

A structured comparison between your product and its key competitors. Highlights your strengths and key differentiators — helping the sales team position your solution confidently and tactically.


💰 Pricing Matrix

Transparent, scalable pricing options. This tool lays out tiers, features, and licensing models clearly, so prospects can quickly see where they fit — and what value they’re getting.


🌐 Web Site

A product-focused microsite or dedicated section of your main site. It includes:

  • Product overview
  • Customer success stories
  • Demo requests or trials
  • Feature lists and FAQs
  • Clear CTAs for conversion

Your website is often your first salesperson — make it count.


Why It Matters

Sales enablement isn’t optional — it’s what turns great products into successful businesses. The Selling pillar ensures your team isn’t improvising on calls or chasing down one-off assets. Everything’s packaged, polished, and ready to use.

Done well, this leads to:

  • Faster sales cycles
  • Higher conversion rates
  • Better-qualified leads
  • Stronger market positioning