As a business owner or marketer, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of generating new leads, as after all, new leads are the lifeblood of any business, representing potential to contribute to your bottom line. However, it’s important to remember that not all leads are created equal, and not all of them are ready to buy from you right away. Patience and persistence are required by markets to developing relations with potential customers, nursing them over time to become paying customers.