Niels Ouwens

Partner Acceleration Manager
Niels Ouwens leads Partnerships at Salesforge, where he builds and runs the partner ecosystem driving modern outbound growth.

Blog posts by Niels Ouwens

Tutorials & Guides

TAM vs SAM: What Are They & What's The Difference?

Clear breakdown of TAM vs SAM for B2B teams: definitions, calculation methods, strategic uses, and how AI tools turn market sizing into actionable leads.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

How To Calculate Your TAM, SAM & SOM?

TAM, SAM, and SOM explained: use top-down and bottom-up methods to size markets, refine target segments, and set realistic market-share goals.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

Top Tools for Finding Decision-Makers on Social Platforms

Compare top tools to find decision-makers on social platforms with data enrichment, AI-driven lead lists, and multi-channel outreach for targeted prospecting.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

10 Best Crunchbase Alternatives & Competitors for B2B Leads (2025)

Find the best Crunchbase competitors for verified B2B contacts. Compare tools like Leadsforge, Apollo, ZoomInfo, and more for accurate lead data.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Data Enrichment

How Behavioral Data Improves Lead Quality

Use behavioral signals—page visits, downloads, and email interactions—with AI-driven scoring to prioritize high-intent leads, shorten sales cycles, and cut wasted outreach.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

Ultimate Guide to LinkedIn Message Personalization

Quick research tips, templates, and AI workflows to craft concise, authentic LinkedIn messages that boost response rates and scale outreach.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

5 Best Lead Generation Tools for 2025

Explore the top 5 AI-powered lead generation tools for 2025 that streamline prospecting, enhance data accuracy, and boost sales efficiency.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

Top AI-Powered Sales Tools with Real-Time Data Integration

Explore how real-time data integration enhances AI powered sales tools, boosting efficiency and decision-making for sales teams.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

10 Best AI Sales Assistants for 2025

Explore the top AI sales assistants of 2025, enhancing lead generation, automation, and sales workflows for businesses of all sizes.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Data Enrichment

How To Get Phone Numbers For SalesRabbit

Learn how to source, verify, and manage phone numbers for effective outreach in SalesRabbit, ensuring better connection rates and compliance.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

How AI Predicts Lead Intent for Better Outreach

AI tools enhance lead intent prediction, optimize outreach strategies, and improve conversion rates by analyzing behavioral data and personalizing communication.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

Top 10 AI Tools for Intent Data Collection 2025

Explore the top AI tools for intent data collection in 2025, enhancing lead identification and engagement for successful B2B strategies.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

How To Find Phone Number by Name To Call Your Leads

Learn effective methods to find phone numbers for your leads, ensuring compliance with privacy laws while enhancing your outreach strategies.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

5 Best Free Reverse Phone Lookup Methods You Can Use

Explore five effective free methods for reverse phone lookups to enhance lead verification and streamline your outreach efforts.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Reviews

Unbiased ZoomInfo Reviews (2025): What 150+ Users Really Say

ZoomInfo remains a top B2B data platform in 2025—but is it worth $15K+/year? Read our full review of ZoomInfo’s features, pricing, pros and cons, and discover why affordable alternatives like Leadsforge offer verified leads, rollover credits, and simpler pricing.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

Is Cold Calling Still Effective In 2025?

Cold calling in 2025 is evolving with AI technology and multi-channel strategies, focusing on quality leads for better sales outcomes.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

How to Look Up Someone’s Phone Number? [Paid + Free] Tools

Learn how to look up a phone number using free methods like Google, LinkedIn, Whitepages, or paid tools like LeadsForge for verified contacts.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

We Tried 5 Kaspr Alternatives to Find Verified B2B Leads (2025)

Discover the top Kaspr alternatives for 2025. Compare Leadsforge, Apollo, Lusha, ZoomInfo & Lead411 to find verified B2B leads efficiently.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

We Tried 10 Uplead Alternatives for B2B Leads: Here's our finding

Discover the 10 best UpLead alternatives for 2025. Compare features, pricing, and accuracy to find the right B2B lead generation tool for your team.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

12 Best Snov.io Alternatives & Competitors for Lead Generation

Discover 12 best Snov.io alternatives in 2025. Compare features, pricing, and usability to find the right tool for lead generation.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Reviews

100+ ContactOut Reviews Analyzed: Here’s Our Finding

100+ ContactOut Reviews Analysed for 2025. See pros, cons, pricing, and accuracy to decide if it’s the right email finder or if you need better alternatives.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Reviews

100+ D7 Lead Finder Reviews Analyzed: Is It Worth It for Lead Generation?

D7 Lead Finder review 2025: See pricing, features, pros & cons from 100+ users. Compare with Leadsforge to find accurate B2B leads faster.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

How To Get Phone Numbers For Aircall

Learn how to effectively obtain and manage phone numbers for outreach using compliant methods and the right tools.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

Top KPIs for LinkedIn Prospecting Success

Learn essential KPIs to track and optimize your LinkedIn prospecting strategy for better engagement and lead generation.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

What Is First-Party Data Enrichment?

Learn how first-party data enrichment enhances customer profiles for better targeting, personalized outreach, and improved lead generation.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
GTM & Sales Workflows

Ultimate Guide To Automating GTM Workflows

Learn how automating go-to-market workflows can enhance efficiency, improve lead generation, and streamline sales processes for better results.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

How to Build a Successful B2B Lead Generation Engine

Learn how to build an effective B2B lead generation engine using AI tools to streamline prospecting, qualification, and outreach for better results.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
GTM & Sales Workflows

How to Manage Leads in Real Time

Effective real-time lead management boosts conversion rates by ensuring immediate engagement with potential customers, leveraging AI and automation.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Reviews

We Tried 11 Apollo.io Alternatives & Competitors for Lead Generation

We tested 11 Apollo.io alternatives to fix bad data, poor deliverability, and no warmup. See what actually works for lead gen in 2025.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
GTM & Sales Workflows

Top 7 Metrics for Sales Automation ROI

Explore seven essential metrics that reveal the ROI of sales automation, from lead conversion rates to customer lifetime value.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tools

We Tested 7 BetterContact Alternatives for List Building

Tested 7 BetterContact alternatives for cleaner leads, more credits, and fewer bugs. Compare tools like Leadsforge, Apollo, Clay & more.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
GTM & Sales Workflows

Ultimate Guide to AI Sales Workflow Automation

Explore how AI sales workflow automation enhances efficiency, boosts ROI, and transforms lead management for sales teams.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Tutorials & Guides

How to Use LinkedIn Sales Navigator for Leads

Learn how to leverage LinkedIn Sales Navigator for effective B2B lead generation, maximizing outreach and engagement with decision-makers.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Cold Outreach

AI Data Cleansing: How It Works

AI data cleansing uses advanced methods to automatically improve data quality, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in lead generation.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Cold Outreach

How to Maintain Email List Hygiene for B2B Campaigns

Learn how to maintain email list hygiene for B2B campaigns to improve deliverability, engagement, and compliance while reducing costs.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Cold Outreach

How AI Enhances Firmographic Data Enrichment

Explore how AI transforms firmographic data enrichment, enhancing accuracy, reducing costs, and improving sales efficiency for businesses.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

AI Sales Leads: How To Build High Converting List?

Learn how AI sales leads can build high-converting lists that boost reply rates, with a proven 5-step framework, top tools, and real use cases.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Cold Outreach

What is Email Suppression List? Why Does It Matter?

Discover why email suppression lists are vital for deliverability and compliance. Learn to manage suppression vs unsubscribe lists and avoid common mistakes.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

Manual vs Automated Prospecting: Full Analysis

Explore the differences between manual and automated prospecting, and discover how a hybrid approach can optimize your sales strategy.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Data Enrichment

Apollo Data Enrichment: Is It Really Effective in 2025?

Is Apollo Data Enrichment worth it in 2025? Learn about its accuracy, free vs paid limits, pros & cons, plus comparisons to Clay, Clearbit & Leadsforge.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
B2B Lead Generation

7 Ways to Find B2B Leads Fast

Explore effective strategies to quickly generate B2B leads using AI tools, LinkedIn, and data enrichment techniques.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager
Reviews

Clay Pricing Breakdown After Using It for 3 Months

Clay pricing decoded: see real plan costs, hidden fees, and side-by-side comparisons from 3 months of hands-on use. Find the right Clay plan that fits your budget.
Niels Ouwens
Partner Acceleration Manager