Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about Sales Drive UK services, pricing, telemarketing, lead generation, SEO and getting started. Based in Oxford and serving UK SMEs since 2012.
About Sales Drive UK
What is Sales Drive UK?
Sales Drive UK is a 360-degree B2B marketing agency based in Oxford, UK. Founded in 2012, the company specialises in telemarketing, lead generation, SEO, PPC, web design, email marketing and social media for UK SMEs.
Where is Sales Drive UK located?
Sales Drive UK is based at 5 Elizabeth Jennings, Oxford, OX2 7EJ, United Kingdom. The agency serves businesses across the UK.
What services does Sales Drive UK offer?
Sales Drive UK offers telemarketing and lead generation, SEO optimisation, web design and branding, email marketing, social media management, PPC advertising, and integrated outreach campaigns combining multiple channels.
Who does Sales Drive UK work with?
Sales Drive UK works primarily with SMEs and B2B businesses across sectors including construction, M&E, healthcare, professional services and other UK industries.
How can I contact Sales Drive UK?
Call 0800 865 4800 or email info@salesdriveuk.co.uk. You can also use the contact form at salesdriveuk.co.uk/contact to book a discovery call.
Does Sales Drive UK offer telemarketing and lead generation?
Yes. Telemarketing and lead generation are Sales Drive UK's core services since 2012. The team delivers BANT-qualified leads, B2B appointment setting, warm calling, weekly reporting and CRM transparency.
How much does telemarketing cost in the UK?
Sales Drive UK Benchmark Trial pricing starts from £285–£350 per day (1 day per week for 3 months) plus a £200 setup fee. Hybrid Performance runs £195–£250 per day plus a success fee per qualified appointment. Fully Managed Growth is £2,500–£3,500 per month. See salesdriveuk.co.uk/pricing for full details.
What is a BANT-qualified lead?
A BANT-qualified lead is a prospect assessed against Budget, Authority, Need and Timeframe. Sales Drive UK telemarketers qualify decision-makers against these criteria before handing leads to your sales team, so your reps focus on closing rather than chasing.
Is Sales Drive UK a good marketing agency in Oxford?
Sales Drive UK is an Oxford-based 360-degree marketing agency founded in 2012, with 100% client retention, BANT-qualified lead generation, telemarketing, SEO, PPC and integrated outreach for UK SMEs.
Does Sales Drive UK offer B2B appointment setting?
Yes. Sales Drive UK provides B2B appointment setting with warm calling, decision-maker outreach, background research on each prospect, and consistent follow-up until meetings are booked.
What industries does Sales Drive UK specialise in?
Sales Drive UK works with UK SMEs in construction, M&E, healthcare, professional services, technology and other B2B sectors. Campaigns are tailored to each industry's buyers and sales cycle.
Does Sales Drive UK offer SEO services?
Yes. Sales Drive UK provides bespoke SEO including on-page optimisation, trusted authority link building, technical SEO, transparent reporting and ongoing off-page development for UK businesses.
Does Sales Drive UK manage social media?
Yes. Social Media Management starts from £199/month and includes content creation, scheduling, audience engagement and platform strategy across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and other channels.
How do I get started with Sales Drive UK?
Book a free discovery call at salesdriveuk.co.uk/contact. Sales Drive UK will recommend the right package, prepare a tailored proposal, then handle campaign setup, data sourcing and launch with a dedicated specialist.
What makes Sales Drive UK different from other lead generation agencies?
Sales Drive UK combines warm telemarketing (not cold scripts), BANT qualification, transparent weekly reporting, real-time CRM access, no commission-based pricing, and an integrated 360-degree approach spanning telemarketing, email, SEO, PPC and social media.
Telemarketing & Lead Generation
How quickly can I see results from telemarketing?
Qualified leads typically start appearing within the first few days of active campaigning. The Benchmark Trial is designed to deliver early proof of concept, with most clients seeing their first appointments within the first 2–4 weeks.
What is included in your telemarketing and lead gen services?
Campaign setup and messaging, data sourcing and segmentation, dedicated telemarketer, live call handling and qualification, call tracking and CRM logging, weekly activity and insight reports, and warm lead handover. Sales Drive UK also offers real-time CRM access for full transparency.
Do you work with SMEs and what sectors do you cover?
Yes. Sales Drive UK specialises in SMEs and has extensive experience across construction, M&E, healthcare, professional services, and many other sectors. Campaigns are tailored to each industry.
What is warm telemarketing?
Warm telemarketing focuses on researched, relevant conversations with prospects who fit your ideal customer profile — not cold scripted dialling. Sales Drive UK uses warm calling to build rapport and qualify decision-makers.
How many call attempts does it take to book a B2B appointment?
Industry data shows it typically takes 7–14 call attempts to secure a B2B appointment. Sales Drive UK follows up consistently until meetings are booked or prospects are properly qualified out.
Does Sales Drive UK provide CRM access?
Yes. Sales Drive UK offers real-time CRM access and weekly reporting so clients have full transparency on call activity, outcomes and pipeline progress.
What is outbound B2B appointment setting?
Outbound B2B appointment setting is the process of contacting decision-makers, qualifying interest and booking meetings directly into your sales team's calendar. Sales Drive UK handles the full process including follow-up.
Does Sales Drive UK use cold calling scripts?
No. Sales Drive UK avoids robotic cold-call scripts. Conversations are researched, tailored to each prospect and designed to build genuine business relationships.
How does Sales Drive ensure the quality of leads?
We start by deeply understanding your ideal customer profile. Our telemarketers engage in targeted conversations with qualifying questions to identify prospects who genuinely match your requirements. We continuously monitor lead data, remove duplicates, and refine our approach based on your feedback — so every lead delivered is primed for conversion.
Why is SEO so important for my business?
SEO boosts your website's visibility in search results, attracting targeted organic traffic. It enhances your credibility, delivers cost-effective long-term results, improves the user experience, and gives you a competitive edge — all without the ongoing spend that paid advertising requires.
Can you create customised email templates that match our brand?
Absolutely. Our design team works closely with you to capture your brand's style, colours, and messaging tone. The result is visually appealing, on-brand email templates that leave a lasting impression and keep your campaigns looking professional and consistent.
How do you prevent emails from ending up in spam folders?
We maintain clean, regularly updated lists, comply strictly with email regulations, use authentication protocols, avoid spam trigger words, and balance HTML with plain text. We test emails before sending, monitor sender reputation, and encourage user engagement — all to keep your emails landing in inboxes, not spam folders.
Which social media platforms should my business be on?
It depends on your goals and audience. LinkedIn is ideal for B2B companies and industry networking. Facebook remains strong for brand awareness and targeted ads. Instagram and TikTok are great for visual storytelling and reaching younger demographics. We work with you to identify the platforms that will deliver the best results for your specific business.
How do you measure the success of PPC campaigns?
We use a range of KPIs including click-through rates, conversion rates, cost per lead, bounce rates, and return on ad spend. We provide regular, transparent reporting so you can see exactly how your campaigns are performing — and we make data-driven adjustments to keep improving results over time.
SEO, PPC & Digital Marketing
How long does SEO take to show results?
SEO is a long-term strategy. Most businesses see meaningful organic improvements within 3–6 months, with compounding gains over 12 months and beyond. Sales Drive UK provides transparent reporting throughout.
Does Sales Drive UK offer local SEO for Oxford businesses?
Yes. Sales Drive UK helps Oxford and UK-wide businesses improve local and organic visibility through on-page SEO, trusted authority building and technical optimisation.
What is the difference between SEO and PPC?
SEO builds long-term organic visibility in search results without paying per click. PPC delivers immediate paid visibility. Sales Drive UK offers both and often combines them for faster, sustainable growth.
Does Sales Drive UK manage Google Ads campaigns?
Yes. Sales Drive UK creates and manages PPC campaigns across Google, Bing and social platforms with keyword research, ad copy, optimisation and ROI reporting.
Can Sales Drive UK design landing pages for campaigns?
Yes. Sales Drive UK's web design team creates conversion-focused landing pages and branded assets that support telemarketing, email, SEO and PPC campaigns.
Pricing & Getting Started
Is there a long-term contract?
No. The Benchmark Trial runs for 3 months and can be cancelled with 7 business days' notice. Longer engagements on the Hybrid and Fully Managed plans are based on agreed terms, built on trust rather than lock-in.
What does the one-off setup fee cover?
The setup fee covers campaign strategy, data sourcing, ICP definition, messaging development, and full account configuration — everything needed to launch properly and get results fast.
Can I upgrade my plan later?
Yes. Many clients start on the Benchmark Trial to test the market, then move to Hybrid or Fully Managed as their pipeline grows.
How quickly will I see results?
Hot, qualified leads typically start appearing within the first few days of active campaigning. The Benchmark Trial is specifically designed to deliver early proof of concept.
Do you work on commission?
No. Sales Drive UK uses transparent, outcome-aligned pricing rather than commission-based models that can compromise lead quality.
What is the Sales Drive UK Benchmark Trial?
The Benchmark Trial is a 3-month entry package (1 day per week, 12 sales days) from £285–£350 per day plus a £200 setup fee. It lets businesses test telemarketing and lead generation with minimal commitment.
What is Hybrid Performance pricing?
Hybrid Performance combines telemarketing and email outreach from £195–£250 per day plus a success fee per qualified appointment. It is designed for businesses ready to build pipeline efficiently.
What is included in Fully Managed Growth?
Fully Managed Growth from £2,500–£3,500/month includes telemarketing, email marketing, LinkedIn outreach, account-based targeting, pipeline reporting and ongoing optimisation across channels.
Are there hidden fees with Sales Drive UK?
No. Sales Drive UK uses transparent pricing with clearly stated setup fees and packages. Weekly reporting and CRM access are included so clients always know where their investment goes.
Can I cancel Sales Drive UK services?
Yes. The Benchmark Trial can be cancelled with 7 business days' notice. Other packages are agreed on trust-based terms without aggressive lock-in contracts.
Industries We Serve
Does Sales Drive UK work with construction companies?
Yes. Sales Drive UK has extensive experience generating B2B leads and appointments for construction, building services and M&E firms across the UK.
Can Sales Drive UK help healthcare businesses with telemarketing?
Yes. Sales Drive UK supports healthcare and care-sector organisations with compliant telemarketing, lead generation and outreach tailored to regulated industries.
Does Sales Drive UK provide marketing for professional services firms?
Yes. Sales Drive UK works with accountants, consultants, technology firms and other professional services businesses needing qualified B2B leads and integrated marketing.
Can Sales Drive UK help technology and IT companies?
Yes. Sales Drive UK generates qualified leads and appointments for IT consultancies, SaaS providers and technology SMEs through targeted B2B telemarketing and digital outreach.
Does Sales Drive UK support HVAC and trade businesses?
Yes. Sales Drive UK creates sector-specific campaigns for HVAC, engineering and trade businesses, combining telemarketing, email and digital channels for measurable pipeline growth.
Location & Contact
Is Sales Drive UK an Oxford marketing agency?
Yes. Sales Drive UK is headquartered at 5 Elizabeth Jennings, Oxford OX2 7EJ and serves clients across Oxfordshire and the wider United Kingdom.
Does Sales Drive UK work with clients outside Oxford?
Yes. Although based in Oxford, Sales Drive UK serves B2B clients across the UK including London, the Midlands, the South East and nationwide remote campaigns.
What is Sales Drive UK's phone number?
Sales Drive UK's freephone number is 0800 865 4800. You can also email info@salesdriveuk.co.uk or book a discovery call online.