SaaStr

DECEMBER 27, 2024

SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin recently sat down with HubSpot Chairman and co-founder Brian Halligan , who shared valuable insights on the current state of SaaS, evolving board meeting formats, and how AI is reshaping the industry. Here are the key takeaways from part 1 of this interview. Reflecting on Company Outcomes as a Founding CEO We started with Brian flipping the tables a bit and asking Jason a question to kick off the interview: “I know this is a podcast supposed to be interv

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The Daily Egg

DECEMBER 26, 2024

We rounded up our top five favorite website optimization tools, starting with the multi-tool pocketknife of web optimization: Mangools. We love Mangools because its so. The post The 5 Best Website Optimization Tools Compared appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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Clouded Judgement

DECEMBER 6, 2024

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Payrix

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The world of Embedded Payments saw remarkable developments in 2024, shaping strategies and innovations across the industry. In a compelling discussion on PayFAQ: The Embedded Payments podcast, Ian Hillis hosted payments veterans Ella Aguirre and Michael Veatch to reflect on the past year. The conversation unpacked notable trends, challenges, and opportunities for software companies navigating this dynamic landscape. 4 key takeaways from Embedded Payments in 2024 Takeaway #1: Maturity in Embedded

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Tom Tunguz

DECEMBER 12, 2024

If you needed proof that every software company is an AI company , here’s the evidence. 46% of all US venture financings in dollar terms in 2024 were AI. This revolution breeds in every corner of the startup ecosystem : 37% of Seeds, 35% of Series As, 67% of Series Bs, 24% of Series Cs, & 47% of Series Ds were AI companies. Within a year, half of software companies are AI companies.

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SaaStr

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Pricing is more than just a number on a contract — when used thoughtfully, it can become a strategic tool for your SaaS product that can drive product adoption, customer satisfaction, and business growth. At this year’s SaaStr Annual AI Summit, Akshay Sharma, Head of Pricing and Monetization at Miro , chats with a panel of experts, including Janie Lee, Head of Product at Loom , Alison Harmon, Head of Growth at OpenAI , and Carsten Holm, VP of Pricing and Monetization at Splunk, about their nuanc

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The Daily Egg

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Have you looked at websites from the 1900s lately? As in, from the 1990s, when websites were born? The very first website launched on August. The post 6 Classic 90s Websites (+ 6 that Are Still Up) appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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Clouded Judgement

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Follow along to stay up to date! Subscribe now The Fed Bomb The markets were enjoying a nice little Santa Claus rally until this Wednesday when the Fed decided to shake things up! The Nasdaq dropped >3.5%, which I believe is the largest drop after a fed meeting going back to the onset of Covid.

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Predictable Revenue

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Sendoso's early success didnt come from chance. It resulted from solving a real, overlooked pain point in the market. The post From 0 to 100 Customers: Channels, Challenges, and Wins with Kris Rudeegraap appeared first on Predictable Revenue.

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Speaker: Michael Veatch, Senior Director, Implementations & Ella Aguirre, Director of Solution Consulting

Embedding payments can be a transformative step for software companies looking to enhance their platform capabilities, boost customer satisfaction, and drive long-term growth. However, the success of payments hinges on a single thing: implementation. Drawing on real-world insights and experiences, payments implementation experts Michael Veatch and Ella Aguirre will explore actionable strategies that can lead to a transparent, friction-free launch and mitigate potential challenges like technical

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Tom Tunguz

DECEMBER 5, 2024

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USIO

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Businesses are beginning to lean on digital payout solutions to make payment processes smoother, faster, and more reliable. One game-changer in this shift is digital disbursements, transforming how companies handle payouts, reimbursements, and refunds. Just as platforms like Usio have reshaped consumer expectations, digital disbursement solutions are revolutionizing how companies handle large… Source The post How Digital Disbursements Drive Efficiency in Corporate Payments appeared fi

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SaaStr

DECEMBER 5, 2024

So it’s interesting how folks craft headlines from data. Carta release its latest funding data the other data for 2024 Year-To-Date here : What you can see is that large, hot AI later stage deals overall are indeed driving venture capital deployments up ~ +17% the year. But that’s for late-stage capital. Most of it AI driven. For early stage VC, it’s actually down -9% in 2024 over 2023.

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The Daily Egg

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Adobe Fireworks was a graphic design tool developed initially by Macromedia. It became part of the Adobe family in 2005, when Adobe Systems bought Macromedia. […] The post What Was Adobe Fireworks? + The Best Alternatives Today appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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The Moz Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2024

In this Whiteboard Friday, Jon discusses how to identify, fix, and prevent cannibalization. He identifies three specific types of cannibalization: internal, international, and subdomain.

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Predictable Revenue

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Learn about the role of emotional intelligence in cold selling and how to use it to connect with your customers and team. The post The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Cold Selling appeared first on Predictable Revenue.

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Tom Tunguz

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Remember the first time you touched a computer screen instead of typing commands? We’ve lived through distinct epochs of human-computer interaction: the cryptic beauty of command lines, the intuitive dance of graphical interfaces, & the ubiquity of browser-based computing in the SaaS era. It’s different now. When I manage spreadsheets, I don’t want to manipulate formulas anymore.

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Buffer Resources

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Video is the ultimate attention-grabbing medium, but what about the sound? The invisible force of audio has a huge impact on how your subscribers perceive you and act based on your content. The background music of your YouTube video can influence viewer emotions, increase attention, and impact purchase intent, according to research from Texas A&M University.

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Speaker: Pete Uselman, Director of Partner Experience at Wind River Payments

Many software companies are exploring PayFac-as-a-Service providers in an effort to drive more embedded payments revenue and gain greater control over the customer experience. But there are nuances in a PayFac relationship that often get downplayed – nuances that can impact the risk and resource responsibilities of software providers. In this webinar, integrated payments veteran, Pete Uselman discusses the following: What is a PayFac?

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SaaStr

DECEMBER 11, 2024

So one of the quiet SaaS leaders that has just crushed it in 2024 is Doximity: At $550m in ARR, it’s worth a cool $10.4 Billion (!) — or 20x ARR. And its stock it up a stunning +90% this year. What’s going on? A combination of: Growth re-accelerating. Doximity is growing 20% now, vs. 18% at $450m ARR. Insane profitability. 53% EBITDA.

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The Daily Egg

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Average analytics blogs present data in a dry and monotone way. The contents there, but you dont feel any kind of enjoyment, motivation, or excitement. The post The 12 Analytics Blogs Every True Pro Follows appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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USIO

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Managing billing efficiently is critical to maintaining healthy cash flow and keeping customers satisfied. Refining your invoicing process, particularly the print and mail components, can significantly reduce stress and improve overall operational efficiency. Manual invoice creation is time-consuming and prone to errors. Automation is your ally here.

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The Moz Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The author's views are entirely their own (excluding the unlikely event of hypnosis) and may not always reflect the views of Moz.

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Speaker: David Warren and Kevin O'Neill Stoll

Transitioning to a usage-based business model offers powerful growth opportunities but comes with unique challenges. How do you validate strategies, reduce risks, and ensure alignment with customer value? Join us for a deep dive into designing effective pilots that test the waters and drive success in usage-based revenue. Discover how to develop a pilot that captures real customer feedback, aligns internal teams with usage metrics, and rethinks sales incentives to prioritize lasting customer eng

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Tom Tunguz

DECEMBER 16, 2024

From the pit lanes of Formula One to the secretive world of commodities trading, from the championship poker tables to storytelling competitions, I enjoyed a wide range of different books this year. Here are my favorites : Every Hand Revealed by Gus Hansen : A hand-by-hand narrative of Professional poker player Gus Hansen winning the 2007 Aussie Millions tournament.

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BetterCloud

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Anyone else feel like 2024 breezed by? As we round the corner to 2025, the IT landscape is poised for significant transformation. With a focus on streamlining operations and enhancing security, emerging IT trends prove 2025 will be a doozy. The value era is here to stay Managing SaaS has evolved through three distinct eras: SaaS Expansion to SaaS Austerity to now SaaS Value.

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SaaStr

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Salesforce, Nov 2024: We're hiring 1,000 new sales execs to sell AI! … Salesforce, Dec 2024: Now we're hiring 2,000 new sales execs to sell AI — Jason SaaStr 2025 is May 13-15 Lemkin (@jasonlk) December 19, 2024 So it was just the other day Salesforce somewhat stunned the tech world by announcing it would hire 1,000 folks in sales and marketing to sell AgentForce and its AI products — while keeping other hiring, including engineering, flat.

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The Daily Egg

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A user experience (UX) strategy is a detailed plan that outlines how you can achieve a specific vision for your customers user experience. Thats one. The post Creating A UX Strategy Your Boss and Users Both Love appeared first on The Daily Egg.

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Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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Kalungi

DECEMBER 25, 2024

As a SaaS founder or executive looking into ways to scale and grow, marketing is likely at the top of your list. But the competition is fierce, the market is constantly evolving, and your audience is more discerning than ever.

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The Moz Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Looking for guidance to create an SEO strategy in 2025? Discover the top SEO trends with predictions from 23 search experts.

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Inturact

DECEMBER 3, 2024

In Q3 2024, we witnessed a telling shift in our lead generation: two prospects for our agency came through AI search agents like Perplexity and ChatGPT, and one through a review site called Clutch. In contrast, organic search—once our primary source—generated just a single lead throughout the entire year. The rest? All from referrals and partnerships.

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