SaaStr
JULY 24, 2024
Dear SaaStr: How Do You Draw The Line Between Founder and First Employee? I’d suggest if you’re not sure where to draw the line … maybe don’t. It should be obvious. Founders are “there” before there is anything. Before a name. Before a product idea, usually. Before a URL, a line of code. Anything. And they take 100.0000% of the risk. And have $0.00 in salary.
Inturact
JULY 25, 2024
If you're tired of chasing fleeting trends for marketing your SaaS product and ready for approaches that have been proven to work again, and again, you're in the right place.
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User Pilot
JULY 24, 2024
Imagine going on a road trip without a GPS—you may encounter unexpected detours and delays, waste time and fuel, and turn your once-exciting trip into a stressful scramble. Launching a product without a well-defined product strategy framework is similar—you risk wasting resources without a clear path to success. So, how do you outline a product strategy framework that is the foundation of product-led growth ?
Tom Tunguz
JULY 24, 2024
During the era of big data, data gravity was the core strategic imperative. Wherever the biggest dataset resided, customers ran their compute workloads that generated all of the profit and revenue growth for the last generation of data companies. Today, the battle is for AI gravity. Why? AI requires orders of magnitude more compute than other workloads, so there’s much more money & profit to be made serving customers running them.
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Large enterprises face unique challenges in optimizing their Business Intelligence (BI) output due to the sheer scale and complexity of their operations. Unlike smaller organizations, where basic BI features and simple dashboards might suffice, enterprises must manage vast amounts of data from diverse sources. What are the top modern BI use cases for enterprise businesses to help you get a leg up on the competition?
USIO
JULY 25, 2024
Hiring your own staff as a payment facilitator involves significant costs and risks. In this blog post, we’ll explore the key roles you need to fill, their estimated salary ranges, and the potential financial impact of building an in-house team. We’ll also discuss how opting for a third-party solution like Usio can mitigate these risks. Key Roles and Estimated Salary Ranges Compliance Officer Role: Ensures that your operations adhere to all relevant regulations, mitigating legal risk
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Kellblog
JULY 23, 2024
So, you’re missing plan and revenue growth is down. Well, welcome to the club. You’re certainly not alone in these times. In this post, I’ll discuss what you can do about it – specifically, how you can apply some of the ideas I’ve discussed in Kellblog to troubleshoot go-to-market (GTM) performance. I’ll focus on troubleshooting new business (“newbiz”) ARR plan attainment, the area where most companies seem to be having the most trouble [1].
Payrix
JULY 24, 2024
With their sights set on elevating the customer experience, deepening user engagement, and driving sustainable growth, there’s one thing software companies are making room for in their roadmap: Embedded Payments. Seamlessly weaving payment processing into software can amplify a platform’s offering and reinforce its value as a fully loaded operating system their users rely on daily.
Buffer Resources
JULY 25, 2024
If you’ve been publishing LinkedIn posts regularly but want to find ways to level up your content on the platform, this article is for you. A LinkedIn newsletter is similar to an email newsletter, but it's distributed directly through LinkedIn to your network. This functionality allows you to share valuable insights, updates, and content consistently with your followers, establishing you as a thought leader in your industry.
Groove HQ
JULY 23, 2024
Customers should always come first, but that can be easier said than done. When you’re a support manager or team lead at a startup, you’re keenly aware that resources are finite and time is limited. If you’ve made it here, you’re probably wondering: What kinds of customer communication tools are available? How can they help […] The post 7 Customer Communication Tools for Small Businesses With Growing Teams appeared first on Groove Blog.
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Choosing the right Embedded Payments partner can feel overwhelming. This comprehensive buyer’s guide simplifies the process by breaking down seven key criteria to consider, from platform technology to security and growth potential. Learn how to assess partners that align with your goals, offer personalized support, and drive long-term success. This guide equips software companies with the insights to make confident, informed decisions that enhance customer experience and fuel business growth.
SaaStr
JULY 22, 2024
So lately I’ve watched a lot of new VPs of Sales crash and burn when they start. Is it their fault? The CEO’s? The VCs? It really doesn’t matter in the end. One thing I do know is a lot of mistakes are avoidable. You’re going to possibly laugh at a few, but here are the Top 10 Mistakes I’ve Seen New VPs of Sales Make The First Week on the Job.
Tom Tunguz
JULY 21, 2024
As software startups begin to sell agentic systems, the procurement process will change. Unlike classical software, where the application either meets the criteria (price, integration into other software, particular features) or doesn’t, agentic systems operate on a performance continuum. Here’s a recent evaluation table for Codestral, Mistral’s open-source code generation AI.
Clouded Judgement
JULY 26, 2024
Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Follow along to stay up to date! Subscribe now Big Week of AI! This week had a number of important AI announcements. Meta released Llama 3.1. OpenAI announced SearchGPT , their Google / Perplexity competitor. Mistral announced Mistral Large 2 , their newest flagship model.
Predictable Revenue
JULY 25, 2024
On this episode of the Predictable Revenue Podcast, Collin Stewart is joined by Darius Lahoutifard, founder of the MEDDIC Academy. The post The Value Triangle in MEDDIC Sales appeared first on Predictable Revenue.
Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin
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.
SaaStr
JULY 21, 2024
Does SEO still work? As someone who has written relatively highly cited, highly linked, highly read, etc. content since 2011 … I’ll say … “Yes But” Yes But What do I mean? Well yes content marketing and SEO still clearly are the magic and miracles of the internet. Google and now other GPT-related engines will find your content on their own, and if it’s truly high value, ultimately promote it for you.
FastSpring
JULY 25, 2024
Get ready to level up your game’s revenue potential at devcom and gamescom 2024! The video gaming world is converging on Cologne this August, and FastSpring is ready to level up your game monetization strategy. As a global D2C payment platform for video games, we’re excited to be on site at both events to show how we can help you streamline payments, boost sales, and go direct-to-consumer (D2C) without sacrificing convenience. devcom: Level Up Your Monetization Strategy Join us at Bo
Payrix
JULY 23, 2024
In the latest episode of PayFAQ: The Embedded Payments podcast, Ian Hillis sits down with Renn Salo, Vice President of Payments at Inktavo, to delve into the exciting world of Embedded Finance, with a particular focus on the intersection of lending and software platforms. This engaging conversation provides valuable insights into the evolving landscape, with Ian and Renn tackling important questions, like: What are the benefits of implementing a PayFac-as-a-service model?
Stax
JULY 25, 2024
Years ago, point-of-sale (POS) systems were reserved for large enterprises with big budgets. Thanks to the rise of SaaS platforms, that’s no longer the case. Today, a small business is barely complete without a POS system. If you feel left out, the good news is that there’s a POS system out there ideal for your business. Whether you run a brick and mortar retail business or a multi-location restaurant, you can always find an option for every price point.
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.
SaaStr
JULY 23, 2024
The world is a different place than it was ten years ago. As an incoming or current CRO or sales leader, you have a whole lot of variables to account for. At this week’s Workshop Wednesday , held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. PST, Salesloft CRO Mark Niemiec shares a 5-step playbook for how to deal with market conditions and execute on your vision successfully.
The Moz Blog
JULY 24, 2024
Unlock the latest SEO insights with MozCon 2024 video bundles, now available for purchase! Plus, enjoy free access to MozCon 2023 videos. Don’t miss out on industry-leading strategies and expert sessions!
Inturact
JULY 26, 2024
Aligning sales and marketing has been somewhat of a joke since before “Glengarry Glen Ross” was written in the 1980’s and then immortalized on the silver screen in the 1990’s. The competition goes way beyond the memes.
Blulogix
JULY 26, 2024
By BluLogix Team Navigating Subscription Billing Account Complexity in Modern Enterprises In the era of digital transformation, enterprises face unprecedented challenges in managing account complexities. Whether dealing with hierarchical structures, parent-child accounts, or the intricacies of global operations, organizations must adopt sophisticated strategies to maintain efficiency and customer satisfaction.
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Discover what B2B SaaS needs to know to become a Payment Facilitator. This guide includes: Earning Revenue from Payments Bank Sponsorship, Underwriting Risk Requirements In depth Descriptions of Staff Requirements Detailed Timeline Itemized Cost List Case Study And more!
SaaStr
JULY 25, 2024
The part of the startup journey everyone likes to talk about is how it’s all up and to the right, but that’s not usually the case. Rebecca Lynn, Co-Founder and General Partner at Canvas Ventures, and Jake Heller, CEO and Co-Founder at Casetext, share the top 10 questions every SaaS founder needs to ask their customers to course correct when facing near-death experiences.
Buffer Resources
JULY 25, 2024
If you’ve been publishing LinkedIn posts regularly but want to find ways to level up your content on the platform, this article is for you. A LinkedIn newsletter is similar to an email newsletter, but it's distributed directly through LinkedIn to your network. This functionality allows you to share valuable insights, updates, and content consistently with your followers, establishing you as a thought leader in your industry.
User Pilot
JULY 21, 2024
According to our benchmark, the average month-1 retention rate in SaaS companies is 46.9%. But how does your business fare against companies at the same stage and industry? Let’s explore our product metrics benchmark and learn: The definition of month-1 retention rate and why it matters. Average month-1 retention statistics for different segments. Strategies to improve your month-1 retention rate.
The Moz Blog
JULY 26, 2024
In this episode of Whiteboard Friday, Britney discusses actionable AI, how to get started, and the steps needed to make that happen.
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Explore various models of Embedded Payments, uncovering their benefits, drawbacks, and impacts on customer experience. Gain valuable advice for evaluating and implementing the best payment strategy for your business needs. This concise overview equips software companies with the insights needed to optimize their payment ecosystems effectively. Download today to learn more!
SaaStr
JULY 24, 2024
In a recent Workshop Wednesday, SaaStr Founder and CEO, Jason Lemkin sat down to discuss 9 signs a startup isn’t going to make it. We all know, we’re living in strange times. Top AI startups are growing 500% a year and exploding A lot of public leaders are struggling Some unicorns are doing incredibly well, while others have stalled and are growing at zero or close to it Founders are struggling with how to deal with these changes, and VCs and executives are trying to decide if companies ar
Buffer Resources
JULY 23, 2024
When my sister and I started Vinat to make buying wine online more accessible, I thought that any kind of PR was going to be prohibitively expensive for our small brand. Previously, I had worked in corporate finance, so I knew exactly how much the companies I worked for spent on engagements with PR firms. And then we attended a webinar where we learned about platforms that help businesses write and publish press releases that get picked up by major news outlets like The Associated Press.
User Pilot
JULY 23, 2024
Feature prioritization is always a hot-button issue for product managers. It helps organizations focus on the Determining which features to include in a product roadmap can be challenging with constantly evolving customer needs and several opportunities chasing scarce resources. This article will dive deep into the concept of feature prioritization and introduce the top frameworks for successful product management.
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