Sales Manager how-to

How to Run a Weekly Pipeline Review

Pipeline reviews keep forecasts honest.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Pipeline reviews keep forecasts honest. In short: review; check; challenge, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Review deals by stage.

  2. Check next steps and dates.

  3. Challenge stalled deals.

  4. Identify help reps need.

  5. Update the forecast.

  6. Assign follow-ups.

Safety reminders for sales managers

  • Follow ethical sales practices
  • Protect customer and employee data
  • Manage team stress and burnout
  • Travel safely

Quota · Forecast · Pipeline coverage · Win rate · Sales cycle · Ramp time: see the full sales manager glossary.

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