Persana SalesGPT 2.0 is Here - And Its Better than Before!

If you’ve ever built a lead list from scratch, you know the process can be… a lot.

Whether you’re a founder doing your own prospecting, a solo SDR, or part of a fast-moving sales team, finding the right people to reach out to is one of the most time-consuming and frustrating parts of outbound. It’s not enough to just get a list—you need one that’s relevant, targeted, and clean.

That’s why we rebuilt and launched SalesGPT 2.0, a new feature inside Persana that lets you generate precise lead lists using natural language—no filters, no clunky interfaces, and definitely no guesswork.

Let’s dive into why this changes the game for anyone who does outbound.

Why Building a Targeted Lead List is So Critical?

Let’s be honest: sending cold emails or DMs to the wrong people is not just a waste of time—it can hurt your sender reputation, brand, and even morale.

A targeted lead list means you’re reaching out to people who actually match your ideal customer profile. They have the job title, work at the right type of company, and sit in the industry you want to serve. That’s where the magic happens: better reply rates, more demos booked, and ultimately, more closed deals.

But while everyone knows they need targeted leads, actually getting them is another story.

Why Traditional Lead List Tools Aren’t Cutting It?

If you’ve used tools like Apollo, Seamless, or others in the space, you’ve probably run into a common issue: you spend more time configuring filters than actually reaching out to leads.

Want to find CEOs of 11-50 person healthcare companies based in the US? That could easily mean:

• Selecting “CEO” or similar titles from a dropdown

• Adding multiple company size brackets

• Choosing “Healthcare” from an industry list (hoping their definitions match yours)

• Applying geography filters

• Then manually reviewing the results to make sure they make sense

And if you’re new to this? It’s overwhelming.

Most platforms are built for people who already know how to create lead lists—people who understand boolean logic, title mapping, and industry classifications.

But what if you just want to type:
“Find me CEOs of healthcare companies in the US”
… and get a list instantly?

What Does SalesGPT 2.0 Do?

With our new SalesGPT feature, we’re flipping the traditional lead-gen workflow on its head.

Instead of building filters, you just describe the kind of leads you want in plain English. SalesGPT reads your intent, turns it into a smart query behind the scenes, and delivers a clean, enriched lead list in seconds.

It’s like having a virtual SDR assistant who instantly understands what you’re looking for—and does the research for you.

Some examples of what you can type into SalesGPT:

• “Find marketing managers at ecommerce brands with over 50 employees”

• “Give me founders of fintech startups in California”

• “Show me HR heads in SaaS companies in Europe”

No filters. No drop-downs. Just results.

It’s perfect for busy founders, lean sales teams, or anyone who wants to go from idea to outreach fast.

How to Use Persana’s SalesGPT Feature?

Getting started with SalesGPT is easy, and you don’t need any prior experience in building lead lists. Just follow these simple steps:

If you prefer learning through a video, you can watch tutorial on how to run SalesGPT on Persana here:
How to use SalesGPT 2.0 on Persana

1. Log in to your Persana account

Head over to Persana and sign in using your credentials. If you don’t have an account yet, you can create one for free in just a minute.

2. Head over to the dashboard

Once you’re in, you'll land on the main dashboard. This is your central hub where you can access all Persana features.

3. Look for the “Try SalesGPT” button

At the top-right corner of the Quick Start menu, you’ll see a button that says “Try SalesGPT.” Click it to launch the tool.

4. Add your query in the textbox

Describe the type of leads you want in plain English. Some example queries:

• VP Engineering at Microsoft recently hired

• Find Software Engineers at Google in San Francisco

• CEOs of recently funded companies in SF

5. Click the “Run Search” button

Once your query is ready, hit “Run Search.” SalesGPT will start processing your request and converting it into accurate search filters.

6. Review and refine the filters

Persana auto-generates filters based on your query. Take a moment to review them. If something looks off, you can add or remove filters to fine-tune your results.

7. Select the number of leads to import

Decide how many leads you want to import from the results—whether it’s 25, 100, or more—and choose accordingly.

8. Click “Export & Unlock Emails & More”

This will begin the export process and automatically unlock verified emails and additional data points for those leads.

9. Access your lead list table + email CSV

A new table with your selected leads will be created in your dashboard. You’ll also receive a CSV file in your inbox for easy access and sharing.

Try It Yourself – No Setup, No Guesswork, No Headaches

SalesGPT is designed to be simple, but powerful. Whether you’re a seasoned sales pro or just starting your outbound journey, we believe finding quality leads shouldn’t take hours—or expertise.

At Persana, our goal has always been to make outbound effortless. That’s why beyond SalesGPT, the platform also helps you:

✅ Enrich your lead data with verified contact information
✅ Build clean, accurate lead lists
✅ Integrate with outbound tools to automate your entire prospecting process

If you’re tired of clunky filters and confusing interfaces, give SalesGPT a try. You can sign up for a free 14-day trial and see how easy it is to go from “idea” to “leads on your screen” in less than a minute.