Summary  
This chapter describes modeling a state machine for a multi-step workflow using enumerated status values to manage transitions, actions, and final outcomes. It covers defining stages, handling progression logic, and recording resulting states.

General domain of usage  
Sales pipeline management

While **Leads** help you track potential clients, **Opportunities** represent the sales themselves. Understanding this **distinction** is key to **mastering your sales pipeline**.

Which field is not required (but recommended) when creating a new Opportunity in Salesforce?

What is the purpose of the Qualify stage in the Opportunity pipeline?

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Salesforce Opportunity Stages

1. Which field is not required (but recommended) when creating a new Opportunity in Salesforce?

2. What is the purpose of the Qualify stage in the Opportunity pipeline?