Sales Cycle
Brava Sales Script & Cycle
1๏ธโฃ Gatekeeper Approach (Manager or Employee)
Goal:
Get through to the owner or decision-maker โ quickly, without overexplaining.
Script:
โHey there โ Iโm reaching out because we have something specifically for the owner. Is that you, or could you connect me with them?โ
(If they ask what this is regarding:)
โWe work directly with business owners to give them deep insight into how their team is really doing โ whatโs working, whatโs at risk, and whatโs worth celebrating. Itโs not a sales pitch โ itโs about seeing if thereโs a fit to work together.โ
If asked what itโs about:
Brava is a workplace reporting tool that helps small businesses uncover whatโs actually happening inside their teams โ and certifies those that earn it.
We donโt rely on vague scores โ we compare staff, manager, and leadership input side-by-side to expose alignment gaps, early burnout, and cultural strengths.
In one short check-in, youโll uncover:
1) What parts of your culture are energizing โ and whatโs draining your people
2) Signs of quiet quitting or disconnect
3) Misalignment between how leadership thinks things are vs. what the team experiences
Everyone who takes it also gets a free 1-on-1 coaching session, which boosts morale and makes participation effortless.
2๏ธโฃ First Contact with Owner
Script: Establish your intent, make it about them, and invite a real conversation โ not a pitch.
โHey [Owner Name], Iโm with Brava. Iโve been looking into your business, and from the outside, it looks like it could be a great fit โ thatโs why I wanted to reach out.
My goal here is simple: I want to find out if you're in the market for improving things like retention, customer service, and overall team productivity.
Would it be valuable to have clear visibility into blind spots โ and deep insights into how your workforce actually feels and functions โ so you can operate with more confidence and clarity?
Thatโs what we do. We give business owners the kind of honest, internal view most never get โ before it turns into turnover, disengagement, or missed growth opportunities.โ
The difference of not having Brava is like managing your business with noise-canceling headphones on. Youโre focused and leading forwardโbut subtle signals from your team get lost in the silence.
So let me ask you โ what are your top priorities right now in the business? If thereโs overlap, maybe we explore it. And if not, thatโs okay too.โ
3๏ธโฃ Discovery & Qualification
Open with:
โJust to see if thereโs a real fit here โ what are your top priorities in the business right now? Are you focused on anything like improving retention, boosting team performance, customer experience, or maybe hiring and growth?โ
If they mention a related priority (examples):
- Retention: โThatโs a huge one โ most turnover happens silently, and Bravaโs built to catch those early signals before it costs you months and thousands.โ
- Customer service: โYour frontline culture drives customer experience โ Brava helps you see how supported and engaged that team actually feels.โ
- Productivity/performance: โWhen teams feel aligned and heard, performance follows โ Brava gives you the internal clarity that makes that happen.โ
- Hiring/growth: โWhen people sense a strong, trusted culture, they stay longer and refer better candidates โ Brava helps create that reputation.โ
If they say nothing is really a priority:
โThatโs totally fair โ but just out of curiosity: would it be valuable to have a clearer view into how your team is actually doing? Iโm talking about knowing where energy is high or low, where leadership and staff are aligned or not, and where trust or friction might be building under the surface.โ
The difference of not having Brava is like driving a high-performance car with no dashboard. You might be moving fast and feeling in controlโbut without the right gauges, you wonโt see the early warnings until itโs too late.
Follow-up Qualifying Questions:
- โWhen was the last time you saw side-by-side data showing how staff, managers, and leadership actually perceive things differently?โ
- โIf burnout, disengagement, or misalignment were happening, would you know before it turned into turnover or performance issues?โ
- โIf we handed you a snapshot of your culture with clear action points โ would that help you lead more confidently?โ
- โDo you ever wonder if your teamโs silence is actually satisfaction โ or something else?โ
4๏ธโฃ Presenting Brava
โBrava isnโt a survey tool โ itโs a diagnostic. It gives you a clear internal snapshot of your workforce: where energy is high or low, how aligned your team really is, and whatโs quietly costing you time, trust, and talent.โ
- โ๏ธ Anonymous check-in across staff, managers, and leadership
- โ๏ธ Side-by-side insight into trust, alignment, loyalty, and stress
- โ๏ธ Clear visual report โ not vague scores or generic feedback
- โ๏ธ Option to unlock full insights and earn Bravaโs Best Workplace Certification
Not having Brava is like:
- โข Driving with your dashboard turned off โ you donโt see the warning lights until something breaks
- โข Coaching a team without ever watching the game tape โ youโre guessing whatโs working
- โข Running payroll but never checking if your team wants to stay โ you assume silence means satisfaction
5๏ธโฃ Objection Handling
โ โItโs not a priority right now.โ
โWhatโs not a priority today becomes a liability tomorrow.โ
Not measuring your culture wonโt hurt today โ but itโs how you lose key people, delay growth plans, and spend 6โ12 months backfilling roles you didnโt see leaving.
โ โWeโre not interested.โ
โYou might not be looking for answers โ but your team has questions.โ
A lack of interest at the top leads to quiet disengagement at the bottom โ and thatโs how productivity dips, morale fades, and retention slowly unravels.
โ โWeโre doing fine.โ
โFeeling fine is what comes right before the cracks show.โ
Most companies doing โfineโ stop noticing the small signs โ until top talent leaves, clients feel it, and internal trust takes months to rebuild.
โ โWe donโt have budget for this.โ
โBudget cuts wonโt save you from culture costs.โ
Skipping Brava may save $5K โ but one burnout, resignation, or misfire can cost 10โ15x that.
โ โWe donโt really see the value.โ
โYou wonโt see the value โ until you feel the cost.โ
When youโre guessing instead of measuring, you overspend on hiring, lose time solving the wrong problems, and miss early warning signs that wouldโve saved you thousands.
6๏ธโฃ Close or Send Materials
- โWe donโt sell you an idea โ we show you your team. You can own the full report if it delivers value. And if it doesnโt show you anything new, youโll walk away sharper than you came in.โ
- โWe built this for owners who donโt have time for fluff โ just results and data they can act on. If that sounds like you, we can get your team set up today.โ
7๏ธโฃ Follow-Up
Send email with overview + link to BravaCertified.com
Follow up by phone with:
โJust checking โ would it be helpful to see what your teamโs actually saying beneath the surface? We can still give you a preview to decide if itโs worth diving deeper.โ
๐ Optional Conversation Starters
- โIf there was misalignment between your staff and managers, would you want to see it now โ or after someone quits?โ
- โWould your team tell you if morale was fading? Or would they just start showing up differently?โ
- โIs it better to discover cultural gaps now โ or wait until they affect performance?โ
๐ Sales Cycle Summary
Phase | Action | Goal |
---|---|---|
1. Gatekeeper | Get to owner | Gain access |
2. First Contact | Build trust by showing clarity, not pitching | Open curiosity |
3. Discovery | Ask diagnostic questions | Qualify pain and readiness |
4. Present Solution | Describe what theyโll actually see | Create desire for visibility |
5. Objections | Reframe using data logic | Lower resistance |
6. Close | Link to start report + upsell full access | Convert |
7. Follow-Up | Send report example / check-in | Re-engage interest |
๐ This is the Brava Certification Process & Full Cycle Overview
Use this guide to walk through the full certification journey with prospects โ from inquiry to certification delivery.
โ Brava Certification: Process Overview (AโZ)
๐ฉ Step 1: Initial Inquiry
They fill out the form or request a quote. You send a welcome email (template below).
๐ Step 2: Discovery Call
- Understand company size, team structure, goals, and challenges.
- Discuss what Brava Certification measures.
- Answer questions and share pricing.
- Book this call within 48 hours of inquiry.
๐ Step 3: Proposal + Activation
- Send a quote and scope tailored to their org (based on employee count).
- Include pricing, deliverables, timeline, and expectations.
- Once accepted, they are officially in the pipeline.
๐งญ Step 4: Culture Evaluation Phase
They receive access to the Brava Workplace Portal. This includes:
- Anonymous Employee Survey (5โ7 min)
- Optional: Manager/Owner Self-Reflection โ highlights perception gaps and reveals blind spots between leadership views and employee reality.
- Culture Touchpoints Upload โ documents like onboarding flows, benefits, and internal policies.
- Time to complete: 1โ2 weeks on average.
๐ Step 5: Scoring + Review
- Brava reviews all submissions.
- Brava rating is calculated.
- If qualified, they are awarded official certification.
๐๏ธ Step 6: Certification Awarded
- Deliver and explain the Brava Certification Badge.
- Review where and how to use it (website, email signature, social, etc.).
- Confirm they meet standards and walk through key strengths that earned them the badge.
๐ Step 7: Final Report + Action Blueprint
- Send the full Brava Workplace Report with survey insights and analysis.
- Walk through the personalized Action Blueprint โ a roadmap for continued improvement.
- Offer time for Q&A or schedule a follow-up to support execution.
๐งโโ๏ธ Step 8: Health Coaching for Employees
- Every employee receives 1 free session with a Brava-certified health coach.
- Brava contacts employees directly after certification is awarded.
๐ง Copy & Paste Email Template
Subject: You're One Step Closer to Earning Brava Certification ๐ Hi [First Name], Thank you for [Insert Their Business Name Here]'s interest in becoming a Brava Certified Workplace! Weโre excited to learn more about your organization and explore how we can highlight the incredible culture youโre building. Brava Certification is more than a badge โ itโs recognition for creating a space where people actually want to work. Hereโs what to expect next: 1. Discovery Call โ Weโll schedule a brief call to get a clear picture of your organization: team size, structure, workplace goals, and any cultural strengths or challenges you're currently navigating. 2. Custom Quote โ Based on your team size and needs, weโll share a simple proposal and activation link. 3. Evaluation Phase โ Once youโre ready, weโll open your Brava portal to begin the culture review process, including employee surveys and optional leadership input. 4. Certification โ If qualified, youโll receive your official certification, badge, and employer recognition toolkit. 5. Full Report + Action Blueprint โ Weโll send you a summary of your results plus a tailored roadmap for continued improvement. 6. Free Health Coaching for Employees โ Every employee on your team will receive one free session with a certified health professional from Bravaโs network. Our team will follow up with them directly after certification is complete. The whole process takes about 2โ3 weeks from start to finish โ and weโre with you every step of the way. Click below to schedule your discovery call: ๐ [Insert Call Link] Looking forward to helping you become one of the best workplaces in the world. Warmly, [Your Name] Brava | Workplace Certification Team [Contact Info] [Website]
Our Process
1. Launch Survey
Quick, anonymous, mobile-friendly โ ready in minutes.
2. Analyze Feedback
We process insights across burnout, recognition & clarity.
3. Review Your Report
Scorecards, trend visuals, and leader-ready summaries.
4. Earn Your Badge
Hit the mark (A and above)? Get certified and recognized.
5. Improve + Recheck
We give you the roadmap โ and help you stay on track.
AAA
Elite workplace culture
AA
High-trust & well-aligned
A
Good culture & opportunity
B
Needs improvement
C
At-risk environment
What We Look For
Brava evaluates six pillars that drive thriving workplaces โ and highlights where youโre leading or lagging.
Job Satisfaction & Career Fit
Do your people feel fulfilled, aligned with their goals, and energized by what they do?
Growth & Compensation
Are advancement opportunities clear and compensation perceived as fair and motivating?
Burnout & Wellbeing
Are stress, overload, and emotional exhaustion common โ or well-supported?
Productivity & Tools
Are people enabled by smart systems, or bogged down by meetings and confusion?
Leadership & Communication
Is leadership transparent, trusted, and tuned in to whatโs really happening on the ground?
Culture & Connection
Do teammates feel included, heard, and genuinely connected to the workplace culture?