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Getting Started - Client Accounts, Pt. 1: Introduction to Automated and Manual Onboarding

A Client profile is where all of your buyer's key information lives. Learn how to create one or several Client profiles from scratch using both our AI Assist automation feature and through manual onboarding.

Written by Gerry Cortés
Updated over 2 months ago

Overview

Creating a client account is a straightforward process, but it does involve a few connected pieces. You're not just setting up your client's basic information; you're also configuring how you'll deliver leads to them technically (their Delivery Methods) and the rules that govern those deliveries (their Delivery Accounts).

Think of it this way:

  • Client Profile: Who they are (company name, contact info, billing details).

  • Delivery Method: The technical pipe - how the data gets sent (webhook, email, ping-post, etc.).

  • Delivery Account: The business rules - which leads they get, when, and at what price.

The good news? LeadExec gives you a couple of flexible ways to get this done.

Two Ways to Create Client Accounts

Method 1: AI Assist

Our AI Assist feature walks you through client creation using a simple chat-like interface. It's designed to get your client accounts set up in just a few minutes. This is recommended for any type of user, whether you're familiar with LeadExec or similar platforms, or if it's something entirely new to you.

Before you start, have this information handy:

  • Your client's company name and email address

  • The Lead Type you'll be selling to them

  • Their preferred delivery schedule (days of the week and time windows)

  • The channel you'll use to distribute leads (Lead Portal, webhook, ping/post, chat, phone, etc.)

  • Any posting instructions your client has provided

Once you've gathered these details, just follow the AI Assist prompts. It will guide you through each step, asking for the right information at the right time. No menu-diving required.

See our video walkthrough below:

Method 2: Manual Creation

Recommended for users who are familiar with LeadExec or similar platforms.

If you prefer to build everything by hand or need more control over the details, manual creation is the traditional approach. It takes a bit more time, but it also gives you complete visibility into every setting throughout.

We have a series of step-by-step knowledge articles that walk you through the entire process:

Manual Creation Article Index

  1. Getting Started - Client Accounts, Pt. 2: Manual Onboarding
    Setting up the Client's profile, contact info, and system access by hand.

  2. Getting Started - Client Accounts, Pt. 3: Fine-Tune Your Client Profile's Settings​
    Dive into the different settings available in your Clients' profiles.

  3. Getting Started - Delivery Methods: Creating a New Delivery Method
    Defining the technical setup through which you'll deliver leads to your buyers.

  4. Getting Started - Delivery Accounts, Pt. 2: Delivery Account Settings
    Defining the business rules: pricing, delivery caps, criteria, and schedules.

A time-saving tip: Once you've manually created a client and configured their Delivery Methods and Accounts, you can export those configurations as templates. This lets you quickly spin up new clients with similar setups, just tweak a few details and you're done.

Next Steps

Whether you choose the AI-assisted express lane or the hands-on manual route, you're in good hands.

Let's take a look at the manual process next:

Getting Started - Client Accounts, Pt. 2: Manual Onboarding

Or if you're ready to fine-tune your Client's settings:

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