Sales Hacker
JULY 28, 2021
After spending many quarters creating sales forecasts, you should have the process down and deliver precision accuracy. Just kidding. Unfortunately, sales forecasting is not that straightforward. In fact, 60% of forecasted deals don’t close, leading to uncomfortable conversations about budgets and with investors.
Intercom, Inc.
JULY 28, 2021
Technology plays a critical role in providing customer support at scale. With the right automation underpinning your tech stack, your support team can be empowered to strike the right balance between personalized support and efficiency – something that’s no longer a “nice-to-have” when customer expectations are at an all-time high.
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Baremetrics
JULY 24, 2021
People hate cold emailing. They think it’s a waste of time to create lists and send campaigns when the average cold email open rate is 22%. But don’t let those numbers hold you back from investing in cold email for your SaaS. When you know what you’re doing, cold email can be lethal. Below are the results of my last four email campaigns where I got an average of 81% open rate and a 33.5% response rate.
SaaStr
JULY 28, 2021
Byron Deeter, general partner at Bessemer Venture Partners and I caught up on SaaS and Cloud in general and the upcoming Cloud100 awards and learnings. The full session is below and sign up for the Cloud 100 for FREE here. A few of the takeaways: #1. About 25% of the Cloud 100 top private SaaS companies are growing / grew 100% or more at $100m ARR (!).
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For SaaS businesses, improving retention is one of the easiest and most effective ways to drive revenue and profits. With a clear link between failed payments and customer churn, having a robust failed payment recovery solution isn’t optional—it’s essential. Achieving your retention goals starts with the right solution.
Tom Tunguz
JULY 25, 2021
A few years ago, when a startup raised a Series A or Series B, founders would bolster the round with venture debt: a term loan and/or a revolving credit line. However, equity dollars are replacing those debt dollars in the last 18 months in the early stage. Meanwhile, venture debt dollars have migrated to later stages. Early stage debt origination and round counts peaked in 2019, while later stage debt has increased quite nearly every year.
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Predictable Revenue
JULY 28, 2021
Veronika Riederle, co-founder and CEO of Demodesk, talks about her most surprising learnings and teaches us what to do to consistently hit sales quota. The post How to consistently hit quota appeared first on Predictable Revenue.
SaaStr
JULY 29, 2021
So Microsoft announced that LinkedIn, which it bought in 2016, has now crossed a stunning $10 Billion in ARR — and growing 27% year-over-year. That’s pretty incredible. And in the last quarter alone, LinkedIn grew 46% (!). (Actually, I’m a bit confused which parts are growing 27% and which 46%, since it’s split between two divisions — but either way, it’s incredible at $10B in ARR).
Tom Tunguz
JULY 30, 2021
A venture dollar’s velocity has never been faster. The time it takes for a dollar to appear in an LP’s pocket, for the LP to wire it to a VC fund, and for the VC fund to invest can be measured in minutes. Then, hold your breath for the pre-emptive round, and you’ll have 3 term sheets before you pass out. I’m kidding of course, but the hyperbole illustrates the velocity of money in Startupland.
The Daily Egg
JULY 26, 2021
Video surveillance systems allow you to keep your business safe. We spent seven days reviewing over 20 surveillance systems to determine the cream of the crop. As a result, we concluded that Protection 1 was the best system for most due to its extensive range of hardware and software choices. The Best Video Surveillance System […]. The post Best Video Surveillance Systems Compared appeared first on The Daily Egg.
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Simplify omnichannel payments with a solution that unifies every channel through your platform. By integrating front-end systems like online, mobile, and in-store payments with robust back-end infrastructure, you can deliver a seamless payments experience without the need for heavy engineering. Omnitoken technology enhances security by tokenizing card transactions for reuse, enabling merchants to drive cross-selling opportunities.
Intercom, Inc.
JULY 29, 2021
Well, at the beginning of 2020, no one had the playbook for that. And so, Mark Rudden and his team had to figure it all out by themselves. Ever since he was hired as the Director of EMEA Sales at BrowserStack , a web and mobile testing platform that lets developers test their websites and mobile applications across browsers, operating systems, and mobile devices, he had to completely rethink how to successfully onboard hundreds of salespeople just as everyone was going remote.
SaaStr
JULY 27, 2021
Q: What are the most common challenges of a VP of marketing transitioning into a Chief Revenue officer CRO role? I’ve almost never seen this work. But I see more and more VPMs wanting to be CROs in the past few years. Be wary. Way, way too many senior marketers think CRO is “the next step” for them. It can seem like it and feel like. But here’s what happens: They don’t know how to recruit an A+ sales team.
Neil Patel
JULY 26, 2021
Are you struggling to scale up your paid ads? Or even worse, are you struggling to get them working? You see all these big companies running tons of ads, some even are spending millions of dollars… if they can make it work, you can too, right? Well, today at 9am PST I am hosting a webinar that breaks down the ad secrets from the big brands that you can copy to sell more.
The Daily Egg
JULY 25, 2021
Facility management software simplifies the process of improving the operations for any sized organization. Facility managers can discover potential problems and make adjustments before a serious issue occurs. We’ve run demos for nearly every kind of facility software out there and spoken to those who use it daily. The best all-around facility management software, based […].
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
Kellblog
JULY 24, 2021
I sometimes get asked about how to structure an enterprise software marketing organization and the relative roles of product marketing vs. competitive analysis. In this post, I’ll share my (somewhat contrarian) thoughts on this topic. My first job in marketing, which served as my bridge from a technical to a sales-and-marketing career, was as a competitive analyst.
SaaStr
JULY 29, 2021
Q: What are the top 20 pieces of advice for building a successful SaaS startup? Ok my top list, with a SaaStr article on the topic: Take your time to find a great co-founde r. It may seem like you are in a hurry, but in the end, anything less than a great co-founder will set you back. A bit more here. Find a co-founder complementary to your skills, ideally.
Neil Patel
JULY 26, 2021
Ever feel like you don’t get the attention you deserve on your Facebook posts? Every marketer wants more attention. After all, that’s the goal of social media marketing, right? The problem is, it can be difficult to win time in Facebook’s spotlight unless you know exactly what to do. The answer to better Facebook engagement is simple: You have to optimize your Facebook post to stand out.
The Daily Egg
JULY 30, 2021
The idea of remote employees has transformed the modern-day workplace. Over the last 10 years, flexibility with work has become a high priority for employees—and even moreso over the COVID19 pandemic. In fact, an HR survey conducted showed that 78% of respondents felt that flexible work was their top non-monetary benefit and was the thing […].
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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?
Kellblog
JULY 29, 2021
The purpose of this post is to embed the video recording of my recent appearance on Monday Night Metrics with Ray Rike of RevOps^2 and Ben Murray , also known by the sobriquet, The SaaS CFO. In this fast-paced episode we move through topical discussions of the major SaaS metrics followed by investors and operators alike, and look at the size-segmented benchmarks presented in Ray’s 2020 B2B SaaS Metrics report.
SaaStr
JULY 25, 2021
You can back into it. First, figure out how much revenue you need to close in the next twelve month s. Because that’s more than now. Second, calculate a reasonable attainable quota for your closers, your Account Executives. This is generally derivate of your deal size. If you do small deals, reps may struggle to close $400k a year. Middle size deals, $600-$700k.
Neil Patel
JULY 27, 2021
Twenty years ago, I had no idea we would be talking about eSports marketing. eSports was somewhat of an underground industry coveted by the most loyal fans. Today, eSports is a booming industry ripe for the taking by smart but strategic business owners who understand their audience. What Is eSports Marketing? eSports is the projected 1,790 million dollar industry taking hold of Millenials.
The Daily Egg
JULY 29, 2021
ClearCompany is a leading talent management and HR solutions platform designed to help organizations attract, screen, engage, and retain the best talent. It provides a wide range of HR and recruitment solutions such as applicant tracking, employee onboarding, performance management, etc. In this detailed article, we’ll break down the key strengths and weaknesses of ClearCompany […].
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ClinicSense is a SaaS platform that supports over 7,000 massage therapists who use it for appointment management, payments, scheduling, marketing activities and more. Despite having a relatively low payment failure rate, the company discovered that the failures disrupted the customer experience. This often led to churn as customers decided to cancel or abandon their account, preventing ClinicSense from realizing the full lifetime value (LTV) of its users.
Trint
JULY 29, 2021
The art of journalism has changed at an exponential rate in the 20th and 21st centuries, thanks to advances in technology and the development of digital tools. Good journalism now requires more than a knack for storytelling and stylistic writing skills. The utilization of digital journalism tools is now integral to modern-day breaking news broadcasting.
SaaStr
JULY 28, 2021
In the run-up to 2021 SaaStr Annual, we’re looking back at some of the top all-time sessions. One of the most popular sessions at SaaStr Annual, Busting the Myths About Startup Success with BlackLine CEO and Founder Therese Tucker is up at the top of our must-watch list. From her advice on how to not be ‘that guy’ to what she learned while forging her own path through uncharted startup territory, there’s plenty of food for thought and discussion to be found throughout.
Neil Patel
JULY 27, 2021
With most businesses these days investing in digital marketing, competition for online audiences’ attention is becoming fiercer by the day. Even if you invest in creating the best ad campaigns , you still have to put in a lot of work to get your ads to reach a wide audience and convert them into customers. That’s why you must optimize your ad campaigns.
The Daily Egg
JULY 27, 2021
Our team of experts spent weeks researching over 75+ of the best managed service provider (MSP) solutions and ultimately narrowed down the top five. We’ve concluded that ManageEngine is the best option for most businesses because of its popularity, reputation, and extensive product offerings for MSPs with different needs. This guide will help you find […].
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Choosing the right Embedded Payments partner can feel overwhelming. This evaluation scorecard and comprehensive buyer’s guide simplifies the process by breaking down key criteria to consider. Learn how to assess partners that align with your goals, offer personalized support, and drive long-term success. This guide and scorecard equip software companies with the insights to make confident, informed decisions that enhance customer experience and fuel business growth.
Sales Hacker
JULY 26, 2021
It’s no secret that technology’s evolution is changing the way sellers sell. Eighty percent of the prospecting sales force is under 25 years old. This generation of sellers is the first to be raised on mobile devices, applications, and tablets. Sales teams, as a result, are conditioned toward a favorable user experience that utilizes minimalist designs to carry out actions in as few clicks as possible.
SaaStr
JULY 30, 2021
As a company founder, were there any early hires that almost ruined the company? I’ve had one or two each time. Try to avoid it! In my first start-up, I found the Dream COO. He had 20 years of industry experience (vs. me, I had none). The customers loved, loved, loved him. And he had enough of a chip on his shoulder to still do a start-up and change the industry.
Neil Patel
JULY 28, 2021
Every successful business relies on reviews. In the past, it was word-of-mouth recommendations from friends or family. If you wanted to go to the movies on the weekend, you’d pick up the local newspaper and read what film critics had to say. In today’s digital world, it’s online reviews that people turn to when needing advice on purchasing decisions.
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