B2B Revenue Strategy Demand generation and lead generation solve different problems at different stages of the buyer journey. Confusing them — or asking one to do the work of the other — is one of the most common reasons B2B marketing programs underperform. On this page: The Definitions Demand Generation Lead Generation Key Differences When to Use Each Positioning & Qualification Metrics Right Balance FAQ Demand Generation vs Lead Generation Solves Different B2B Growth Problems B2B revenue teams need both functions because most opportunities don’t begin with a demo request. Buyers spend time recognizing a problem, comparing options, discussing priorities […]