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US Market Entry Motion Assessment

Not every company wins with the same Go-To-Market (GTM) motion. Some lean on product virality. Others crush it with a high-touch sales engine. A few partner their way to growth.

But here’s the catch: Your GTM motion only works if it matches your current strengths and constraints.

That’s why we built a short diagnostic to help you find your best-fit GTM motion — and avoid expensive missteps when scaling in the US.

The 3 GTM Motions Explained

1. Product-Led Growth (PLG)

You let your product do the selling. Users land, try it, love it — and convert. PLG is fast, scalable, and efficient… but only if your onboarding, pricing, and UX are dialed in.

Best for:

  • Self-serve SaaS
  • Viral or collaborative tools
  • Tight feedback loops

2. Sales-Led Growth (SLG)

Sales teams are the tip of the spear. You build relationships, run demos, and close complex deals. It’s slower to scale, but unbeatable when trust and nuance matter.

Best for:

  • High ACV or enterprise deals
  • Multi-stakeholder buying
  • Regulated or sensitive markets

3. Partner-Led Growth (PLx)

You grow through alliances — channel partners, system integrators, or local experts who already have market access. It’s slower upfront but powerful in unfamiliar markets.

Best for:

  • Global expansion
  • Network-driven categories
  • Resource-constrained teams

Why Situational Factors Matter

Even with the right GTM motion, execution can flop if you’re not accounting for your current operating reality. That’s where situational factors come in:

  • Speed: You need traction fast — usually post-fundraise or to beat competitors.
  • Resource: You have limited team or budget and need to punch above your weight.
  • Market: You’re entering a complex or highly regulated space and need credibility.

These factors shape how you apply your GTM motion — and where to double down first.

Don’t Guess. Diagnose.

Most teams default to what’s familiar — not what’s effective.

So before you pour cash into a playbook that worked in your home market, take 2 minutes to discover what will actually work in the US.

You’ll walk away with:

  • Your dominant GTM motion
  • Your situational growth factor
  • A personalised GTM strategy breakdown
  • Actionable tactics to accelerate your US entry

Ready to Find Your GTM Edge?

👉 Take the US Market Entry Motion Assessment

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