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How to Use an Account List in a Lead Search on Sales Navigator

Why you should use an Account List in a Sales Navigator search

Joudy | Outreachly avatar
Written by Joudy | Outreachly
Updated over 2 months ago

Using an Account List in Sales Navigator helps you target leads from specific companies.

This method ensures your outreach focuses on high-potential prospects in the right companies, maximizing your lead rates.

Follow these simple steps to create and use an Account List in your lead searches.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using an Account List in Sales Navigator:

Step 1: Perform a Company Search

  • Open Sales Navigator and go to the Account Search tab.

  • Use filters such as Industry, Company Headcount, or Location to narrow your search.

  • Click Search to view matching companies.

Step 2: Save Companies to an Account List

  • You can select the companies you want to target by checking the boxes next to their names.

  • Click Save to Account List, then choose an existing list or create a new one.

Step 3: Exclude the Account List and Save the Search

  • Once your list is saved, return to the Account Search page.

  • Exclude any companies you’ve already saved using the Exclude from Lists filter. This ensures that companies you have already reviewed are excluded from the search.

  • Click Save Search to track new companies that match your filters in the future.

  • Make sure to rename it a relevant name that you'll remember.

Step 4: Use Your Account List in the Criteria for a Lead Search

  • Switch to the Lead Search tab in Sales Navigator.

  • Use the Account List filter and select your saved list.

  • All of the prospects in the search will currently work for the companies in your Account List, optimizing the results.

  • Apply any additional filters (e.g., job titles, seniority, or location) to narrow down your leads.



Step 5: Save Your Lead Search

  • Once your search is complete, click Save Search and name it.

  • Add the search to your campaign.

  • 🚨 Note that Saves Searches can only be imported by the LinkedIn Account that owns the search.

Step 6: Auto Update your Search

  • You add new companies to your account list to update your search automatically.

  • You can then refresh the search in Outreachly, automatically importing the new prospects into your campaign.

  • Read more about how to auto-refresh searches in this guide.

🚀 Success! You’ve now mastered creating, using, and saving Account Lists for lead searches in Sales Navigator - helping you find high-quality leads faster.


Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: Can I edit an account list later?
A: Yes, go to the Account Lists section in Sales Navigator to add or remove companies.

Q: Will my saved search update automatically?
A: Yes, Sales Navigator updates saved searches with new matching leads regularly and you can also refresh the search directly within Outreachly.

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