How do I set up custom lead scoring in Salesforce Pardot without needing a computer science degree or hiring an expensive consultant?
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 24 of 36 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
- Customize Scoring Rules · help.salesforce.com
- Lead Scoring: Enhance Your Marketing Strategy · trailhead.salesforce.com
- Add a Scoring Category · help.salesforce.com
- Considerations for Using Scoring Categories · help.salesforce.com
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
pardot grading vs scoring difference RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to understand the distinction between grading and scoring in Pardot to properly set up their system. | Comparison | glossary/definition | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 2x of 3 | |
pardot custom scoring rules beginner guide REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a simplified, beginner-friendly guide to setting up custom lead scoring in Pardot. | Instruction | how_to_steps | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce pardot custom lead scoring guide REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants a straightforward guide on how to configure custom lead scoring within Pardot. | Instruction | how_to_steps | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
how to set up custom scoring rules in pardot beginner guide REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a simplified, step-by-step walkthrough for configuring lead scoring in Pardot suitable for beginners. | Instruction | how_to_steps | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce account engagement grading vs scoring difference RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user needs to understand the difference between scoring and grading to properly set up their lead qualification model. | Comparison | glossary/definition | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
pardot scoring categories best practices for small business IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for practical, lightweight scoring strategies that do not require enterprise-level complexity. | Other / navigational | web_article | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
easy non-technical marketing automation lead scoring models IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants simple, beginner-friendly examples of lead scoring models that do not require advanced coding or complex formulas. | Comparison | buyers_guide | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
easy pardot automation rules for lead scoring without developer IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if they can use standard automation rules instead of complex code or third-party tools to score leads. | Instruction | web_article | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
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salesforce account engagement vs hubspot lead scoring complexity COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to compare the ease of use of lead scoring in Pardot against other popular platforms like HubSpot. | Comparison | comparison_table | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
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salesforce account engagement automation rules examples ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants concrete examples of automation rules used to drive custom scoring models in Pardot. | Instruction | code_samples/docs | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
pardot scoring categories best practices ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know how to use Pardot scoring categories to segment lead interest across different product lines. | Comparison | web_article | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot engagement studio scoring categories setup ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to leverage Engagement Studio and scoring categories for more advanced yet native lead qualification. | Other / navigational | product_spec_sheet | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
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affordable marketing automation consultant vs doing pardot setup myself PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants guidance on whether a small team can manage Pardot setup independently or if budget-friendly consulting options exist. | Comparison | buyers_guide | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
how to set up page view scoring in pardot REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants specific instructions on assigning points for website activity within Pardot. | Instruction | how_to_steps | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
how to set up rule based scoring in pardot account engagement REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants technical instructions on creating automation rules for scoring in the renamed Pardot platform. | Instruction | how_to_steps | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
simple lead scoring model examples for b2b saas pardot RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants practical examples of point values and criteria used by other companies to score leads. | Instruction | case_study | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot default score vs custom score rules RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know what default scoring Pardot provides out-of-the-box before customizing. | Comparison | faq_page | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot completion actions for lead scoring RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to know how to adjust scores automatically when prospects complete forms or download assets. | Instruction | faq_page | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot default score rules modify custom criteria REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how to edit baseline page view and form submission scores into custom business rules. | Consequence | faq_page | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
troubleshooting pardot scoring rules not working IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user anticipates potential setup errors and wants troubleshooting advice for common mistakes. | Reason | forum/qna | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
common mistakes in pardot lead scoring models IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to avoid common pitfalls that make lead scoring overly complicated or inaccurate. | Reason | checklist | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce trailhhead create lead scoring rules in pardot ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants free official training modules provided by Salesforce to learn lead scoring without paying for a consultant. | Instruction | tutorial_video/transcript | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce certification vs consultant cost for pardot implementation COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to weigh the financial impact of hiring a consultant versus learning to do it themselves. | Comparison | pricing_page | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
pardot page action scoring setup tutorial ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants to learn how to assign score points based on specific web page visits without writing code. | Instruction | tutorial_video/transcript | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
common mistakes when setting up pardot lead scoring IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to avoid pitfalls that typically force companies to hire consultants to fix their broken scoring models. | Reason | checklist | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce account engagement custom object scoring ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how to score custom objects within their Salesforce and Pardot environment. | Other / navigational | product_spec_sheet | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce pardot admin certification study guide scoring RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants official study materials covering lead scoring configuration for administrator exams. | Instruction | pdf_whitepaper | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
salesforce account engagement optimizer tool for lead scoring RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to check if automated auditing tools exist within Salesforce to evaluate their scoring model health. | Other / navigational | calculator/tool | salesforce account engagement setup diy | 1x of 3 | |
pardot lead scoring checklist for marketing managers REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a checklist of steps to ensure their custom lead scoring model is thorough and complete. | Instruction | checklist | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot lead scoring rules community examples ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The searcher wants real-world examples of point allocations used by other Pardot users for common engagement activities. | Instruction | forum/qna | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 | |
pardot user community best practices lead scoring setup RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants peer advice and troubleshooting tips from other marketers managing Pardot without developer help. | Instruction | forum/qna | pardot custom lead scoring guide | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 921 / 1,436 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 921 / 1,505 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 12 | 12 | — | 921 / 1,538 |