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Visting prospects without an invite?

I am going to Dreamforce and I am planning to stop by a prospects office with a small gift along with a hand written note asking for a meeting and then leave.

Does this sound like a terrible idea?

Is 7 am and no coffee yet, so pardon me if this message looks weird

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antiASKHOLE
Tycoon
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Bravado's Resident Asshole
They are a client, you have a right to do so.
KingofGIF
Politicker
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AE
they are not
antiASKHOLE
Tycoon
4
Bravado's Resident Asshole
still go for it. What's the worst that could happen?
CadenceCombat
Tycoon
4
Account Executive
Seems harmless enough
jefe
Arsonist
4
๐Ÿ
GO for it. Just not at 7am
KingofGIF
Politicker
1
AE
hahaha, noted
braintank
Politicker
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Enterprise Account Executive
Are they a client or a prospect?
KingofGIF
Politicker
1
AE
prospect
braintank
Politicker
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Enterprise Account Executive
Suppose it can't hurt. But make sure you have everything planned out (e.g. if the person is on vacation, if they come out to say hi, etc.) Don't want it to blow up in your face if you end up getting 10 minutes with the CEO and don't know what to say.
RandyLahey
Politicker
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Account Executive
I like it. It's bold. Sometimes, that is what is needed. I think your setup here is perfect, non-creepy.
Good luck.

But also I am the King of GIFs in this land.
antiASKHOLE
Tycoon
3
Bravado's Resident Asshole
This gif... PERFECTO
RandyLahey
Politicker
3
Account Executive
with all due respect to our other GIF gods, @Kosta_Konfucius @CuriousFox
CuriousFox
WR Officer
4
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I am touched ๐ŸฆŠ
Kosta_Konfucius
Politicker
2
Sales Rep
And honored
Revenue_Rambo
Politicker
3
Director, Revenue Enablement
In the off chance you go in and someone asks you to meet then and there BE READY
CuriousFox
WR Officer
3
๐ŸฆŠ
Heck yeah go for it! Then tell us how it goes.
Filth
Politicker
2
Live Filthy or Die Clean
Not terrible, overthinking it, DO EET.
Kosta_Konfucius
Politicker
2
Sales Rep
Absolutely, doing a "drop in" is super common. Don't expect to get their time right when you walk in, and always bonus points if you bring them a gift or coffee
BmajoR
Arsonist
2
Account Executive
send err bud
Pachacuti
Politicker
2
They call me Daddy, Sales Daddy
I have done this many times. Its a little cheesy, but it can open doors.
Diablo
Politicker
2
Sr. AE
Just do it!
AnchorPoint
Politicker
2
Business Coach
Sounds like a great PROACTIVE idea! What the hell do you have to lose?
saaskicker
Celebrated Contributor
1
Enterprise AE
Yes do it.
KingofGIF
Politicker
1
AE
I have made an edit, prospects, not clients - these are some hard to get accounts that have not picked up my calls and emails
pirate
Big Shot
1
๐Ÿฆœโ˜ ๏ธ Account Executive
Not a terrible idea. I like it. Tell us the results
GDO
Politicker
1
BDM
Seems like a good way to connect. Nothing wrong with it
Beans
Big Shot
1
Enterprise Account Executive
Nothing wrong with this, it's how it used to be done.
Sunbunny31
Politicker
1
Sr Sales Executive ๐Ÿฐ
Absolutely do it. And also be prepared for any eventuality, as braintank mentioned.
FoodForSales
Politicker
1
AE
show up with food and people will be happy to see you
Justatitle
Big Shot
1
Account Executive
This was highly common before building security got widespread, It does still occur today as well. Personally don't see an issue with doing so.
GALACTIC
Politicker
1
Account Executive
absolutely, this is the best way to get deals. far better than calling or emailing

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