Frequently asked questions
How is a buyer persona different from target audience definition?
Target audience is a segment and demographic data — a broader, quantitative view. A persona is a deeper, qualitative portrait of one decision-making role within that group.
How many buyer personas does a B2B company usually need?
It depends on how many decision-making roles are involved in your customers' buying process — we often build several profiles per company.
Do we need data we haven't collected yet?
No. We gather it through interviews with your team and, where agreed, conversations with customers.
Does a buyer persona replace market research?
No — it's a different tool. Market research looks at the whole market; a persona focuses on the person making the decision.
Do personas cover prospects we don't have yet?
Yes, if you want a persona of your ideal target customer, not just your current base — we settle that at the start.
How long does a persona stay valid?
Until the company's offer or its market changes significantly — at that point it's worth updating, not rebuilding from scratch.