Thu.May 16, 2024

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58% of You Say Sales Cycles Are Even Longer in 2024

SaaStr

So not everyone is seeing tougher times these days. SaaS outside of classic “B2B’ is often holding up well. Klaviyo, Toast, etc. just had very strong quarters. More B2B2C there. And AI is obviously on fire, pulling up AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, etc. Security remains on fire overall as well. But classic B2B SaaS is definitely in many cases seeing tougher times.

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AI Spending Patterns : It's Not What You Think

Tom Tunguz

Ramp published its quarterly spending trends & revealed how businesses are spending on AI. There are many great data points that underscore the growth in AI but there are important nuances in the patterns. First, AI growth rates across the most popular vendors have fallen 78% annually. On average, these AI businesses are growing customer counts 105% ; the median is 38%. 1 However, this isn’t a uniform trend.

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Dear SaaStr: Should Founders Start Their Vesting at Date Of Incorporation So They Have Vesting Prior to Raising VC Capital?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: Should Founders Start Their Vesting at the point of incorporation so they have shares vested prior to signing a deal with investors? No. At least, don’t do too much of this. I got this backwards , as do most founders. We think “being vested” protects us from VCs. Yes, there can be some corner cases where that is true, I guess. Maybe.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Integrated Payments for Software Companies

USIO

Here are some of the most FAQs software companies ask Usio about integrated payments, along with comprehensive answers to help you navigate this critical aspect of your business. 1. What are integrated payments? Integrated payments refer to the seamless incorporation of payment processing capabilities directly within a software application. This means users can make and receive payments without leaving the platform, providing a smoother and more efficient user experience. 2.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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FastSpring at WordCamp EU 2024!

FastSpring

Ready to join the ultimate gathering in Europe for around 3,000 WordPress enthusiasts? If so, join FastSpring at WordCamp EU 2024 at Booth 13! We’d love to talk with you in person! Join us at the Lingotto Conference and Exhibition Centre in Torino, Italy from June 13 to 15 for an extraordinary event dedicated to all things WordPress. Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom and cutting-edge trends will be unveil

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How to Prepare for an SEO Conference, Including MozCon

The Moz Blog

Looking to make the most out of your SEO conference experience? Discover how the right preparation can boost your team's strength, energy, and enthusiasm during and after events like MozCon. Whether you're a seasoned attendee or a first-timer, our guide will ensure you maximize the rewards and make the most of this fast-paced environment. Let's dive in and make your conference experience truly unforgettable.

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How to Recognize and Block Fake Instagram Accounts

Buffer Resources

Over the past decade, Instagram has grown exponentially, with more than a billion monthly active users. However, with that increase in users has come an equal rise in fake accounts. According to this report, as of 2019, there were approximately 95 million fake Instagram accounts, representing about 9.5% of the platform's total user base​ With about 1 billion active users, that means roughly 1 in 10 Instagram accounts are fake.

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3 Questions With… Varun Krishna, Rocket Companies

Andreessen Horowitz

This content first appeared in the May 2024 Fintech newsletter. If you’d like more commentary and analysis about news and trends from the a16z Fintech team, you can subscribe here. It didn’t take much to convince Varun Krishna, the Chief Executive Officer of Rocket Companies and Chief Executive Officer of Rocket Mortgage, to join the retail mortgage giant last year.

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How to Manage Recurring Billing with CardPointe

Subscription Flow

Did you know that the value of all card payments grew to more than $8 trillion in 2018? A major payment gateway that handled all this was CardConnect. A few important reasons why businesses flocked to CardPointe was because it simplified the payment process for their end consumer, it seamlessly integrated with other systems like accounting software, and offered solid security to the businesses to protect their end consumer’s payment details.

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5 Ways to Improve Revenue from Integrated Payments

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

Most integrated payments providers share a percent of the payment revenue with their software partners. But, oftentimes, that revenue share is only a fraction of the true income potential software providers can realize. If you want to maximize income opportunities from your payments program, check out Wind River Payments’ webinar-on-demand.

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May Fintech Newsletter: New a16z Fintech Podcast, Q&A With Rocket Companies’ Varun Krishna, and More

Andreessen Horowitz

In May’s Fintech newsletter, we introduce our new podcast “In the Vault,” where we share exclusive conversations with financial industry leaders.

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7 Steps To Help EHR Software Providers Grow Their Userbase and Revenue

Stax

Electronic health records, or EHR software, are a staple in modern healthcare organizations. Their ability to maintain accurate and easily accessible patient records across facilities has helped physicians provide better care to their patients. More than 96% of hospitals use some form of EHR system to maintain records, which is good because it shows clear demand for the software.

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How to Manage Recurring Billing with CardPointe

Subscription Flow

Did you know that the value of all card payments grew to more than $8 trillion in 2018? A major payment gateway that handled all this was CardConnect. A few important reasons why businesses flocked to CardPointe was because it simplified the payment process for their end consumer. It seamlessly integrated with other systems like accounting software, and offered solid security to the businesses to protect their end consumers’ payment details.

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Sales Prospecting Tools: Features, Benefits, and Trends in 2024

Teamgate

Sales prospecting tools are essential instruments that help sales professionals identify, engage, and convert potential customers into loyal clients. These tools streamline the sales process, making it more efficient and effective. In today’s highly competitive market, utilizing the right sales prospecting tools can significantly impact a business’s growth and profitability.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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What’s Happening in B2B SaaS in 2024 and Beyond with Zapier CEO Wade Foster and SaaStr CEO Jason Lemkin

SaaStr

On the first episode of the Angles and Insight podcast, SaaStr Founder and CEO Jason Lemkin chats with Zapier CEO Wade Foster about the future of B2B SaaS in 2024 and beyond. They dive into the nuances of topics like: Evolving dynamics of remote work The most effective marketing channels of 2024 Owned assets vs. “walled gardens” The practical realities vs. the hype around AI As everyone here at SaaStr knows, Jason sold his first company, Echosign, for $400M.