Fri.Aug 02, 2024

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How Long Does It Take To IPO These Days?

SaaStr

So there haven’t been many IPOs since 2021 … but they are slowly coming back. Klaviyo, Rubrik and Onstream are the first 3 SaaS IPOs in years. That’s not many. But it’s enough to look at some data. And with that … how long does it take to IPO in SaaS, on average — for those that do? The answer: 10.4 Years And the last 3 IPOs?

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Clouded Judgement 8.2.24 - Uncertainty Everywhere

Clouded Judgement

Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Follow along to stay up to date! Subscribe now Uncertainty Everywhere The 10Y has been falling recently, and dipped below 4% for the first time since early Feb. Back then the median software NTM rev multiple was ~6x. Today it’s ~5x. Interestingly, as rates have fallen (10Y went from 4.5% at start of July to 4.0% at end of July) multiples have stayed flat.

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Dear SaaStr: What Was The Worst Argument or Fight You’ve Had With a Cofounder?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: What Was The Worst Argument or Fight You’ve Had With a Cofounder? The biggest disagreement I had with a co-founder was ultimately unresolveable: The biggest difference between the various start-ups I’ve co-founded and worked at is when it was OK to fail: I do not believe it is OK to fail unless there was truly no other option. I do not believe you can quit until there isn’t an ounce of gas left in the tank.

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The SaaS Talk 50th Episode Credits

Kellblog

As readers will hopefully know, I’ve been running a podcast with Ray Rike for about the past year called SaaS Talk with the Metrics Brothers, Growth and CAC. (Ray’s growth and I’m CAC.) If that name rings familiar, it’s because our naming inspiration was Car Talk with the Tappet Brothers, Click and Clack. We ended up not duplicating Car Talk’s radio call-in format, and unlike many podcasts, we’ve also chosen not to center the podcast around guest interviews.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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Directional Reporting in GA4 — Whiteboard Friday

The Moz Blog

In this episode of Whiteboard Friday, Dana discusses the importance of directional reporting in GA4 and provides practical tips for how to present traffic data.

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Best Examples of Sales Funnels for Real Estate

Nimble - Sales

In the dynamic and competitive world of real estate, effectively guiding potential buyers and sellers through the various stages of their journey is crucial for success. This is where the concept of a sales funnel comes into play. A well-structured The post Best Examples of Sales Funnels for Real Estate appeared first on Nimble Blog.

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Navigating Pricing and Bundling Complexity

Blulogix

By BluLogix Team Navigating Pricing and Bundling Complexity Pricing and bundling strategies are critical for business success, but they come with their own set of complexities. From dynamic pricing models to customizable bundles, businesses must navigate these challenges to stay competitive and meet customer demands. Ready to see how BluIQ can transform your billing process and help you achieve integrated, automated, and accurate complex monetization?

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Accelerate Payment Collection: Embrace ‘Instant A2A Payments’ with GoCardless and Chargebee

Chargebee

Card payments have always incurred more processing fees than Account-to-Account (bank-based) payments. But with cards, you and your customers get the convenience of instant confirmation. You both know right away if the payment is successful, and if not, the customer can quickly try a different payment method and complete the checkout.

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Overcoming the PLG Trap: Lessons from Canva’s Head of Sales & Head of EMEA

SaaStr

What is the PLG trap, and why do companies fall for it? Canva Head of Sales and Success for EMEA, Jorge Bestard, and Head of Strategic Sales for EMEA, Daniela Nyarko, share Canva’s journey from PLG to Enterprise, strategies to navigate the PLG trap, and why it’s so attractive. Identifying the PLG Trap It’s fair to say that most organizations using the PLG playbook focus on B2C or end-user acquisition.

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Launching LLM-Based Products: From Concept to Cash in 90 Days

Speaker: Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health and Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage

Christophe Louvion, Chief Product & Technology Officer of NRC Health, is here to take us through how he guided his company's recent experience of getting from concept to launch and sales of products within 90 days. In this exclusive webinar, Christophe will cover key aspects of his journey, including: LLM Development & Quick Wins 🤖 Understand how LLMs differ from traditional software, identifying opportunities for rapid development and deployment.

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6 Essential Strategies for Maximizing Conversion Rates

FastSpring

Once a customer has landed on your website from any marketing funnel, how can you maximize the chances for them to convert? A good ecommerce website should be structured in a way that successfully communicates product features, value proposition, and market placement while eliminating distractions in order to reduce the time for the visitor to make up their mind.

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Product-Led GTM Strategy: What is It and How to Create One

User Pilot

Looking to implement a product-led GTM for your brand? With the right approach, the product-led model can help you attract and retain customers almost effortlessly. Most SaaS buyers are used to the PLG model, so you’ll be creating systems that appeal to their needs. Sounds exciting? Let’s dive into the practical steps to take and start reaping the benefits of product-led growth.

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From Platforms to Protocols: Making Sense of Decentralized Social Media (and What it Means for the Future)

Buffer Resources

Social media users are facing some pretty big challenges today. They’re frustrated by being at the mercy of changeable algorithms or having their data sold to the highest bidder. And the idea that, should a platform move in a direction they don’t like (as is the case with some disillusioned folks on X/Twitter) or disappear from the market completely (which would happen in the case of the U.S.