User Pilot
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
What do you need to successfully navigate the different product launch phases? What will it take to turn your product into a bonafide growth engine ? Whether you’re launching a new product or releasing a new feature/version of your product, this article will guide you through the different launch phases and help you create an effective product launch strategy.
Predictable Revenue
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Tom Williams explains why it's not just about customer needs but extends to multi-layered engagement throughout the sales process. The post Collaborating Our Way to a Higher Close Rate with Tom Williams appeared first on Predictable Revenue.
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SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Dear SaaStr: Can A SaaS Startup Really Scale With 2 Co-CEOs? Many will tell you it’s a bad idea, and it probably is — in most cases. I sort of tried this myself, and it didn’t quite work. We had all the classic problems of unclear authority, especially as times got tough. But here’s the thing: the best startups are all outliers. So you find that while they follow most rules, they also follow whatever path makes for the biggest success.
Clouded Judgement
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Q2 earnings season for cloud businesses is now behind us. The 62 companies that I’ll discuss here (which is not an exhaustive list, but is still comprehensive) all reported quarterly earnings sometime between July 27th – September 8th. In this post, I’ll take a data-driven approach in evaluating the overall group’s performance, and highlight individual standouts along the way.
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For Entrepreneurs with David Skok
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
A decade ago my partner (and SaaS legend) David Skok wrote about “Time to Wow!” – which helped you highlight how powerful it can be when the buyer experiences a Wow! moment, when they fully see the value of your … The post Permissionless Pilots – the fastest way to Wow! appeared first on For Entrepreneurs.
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Kellblog
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
It’s fun when the person who ran marketing at one of your rivals asks you some 20 years later to speak at their annual conference. It’s even more fun when it’s a fellow CMO-turned-CEO and he’s assembled quite an amazing group of people to address. I’m speaking of Brian Gentile managing director of 10X CEO , an accelerated learning environment for high-performing, venture-backed CEOs, or what I might simply call a CEO peer-networking, support, and learning group.
The SaaS CFO
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
CFO’s like to analyze and quantify as much as possible. Our utopia is data-driven decisions while avoiding analysis paralysis. We are known for saying “no” a lot, but really, we want to enable. So when it comes to the Customer Success function, how do we quantify this investment? Or general investments in retention programs? In […] The post Quantifying Investments in Customer Success and Retention appeared first on The SaaS CFO.
SaaS Metrics
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Nowadays digital platforms have emerged as one of the most powerful resources for small and big businesses to expand their audiences and increase their sales. Resellers can take advantage of the benefits these platforms have to offer, it is important to understand how they work. Along this article we will explore some. Read more The post Unlocking Success on Online Marketplaces: A Comprehensive Guide first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
TurnKey Labs
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
We all know the quest for top software development talent knows no borders. Companies seeking to harness the benefits of global talent often venture into the realm of hiring overseas software developers.
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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.
The Daily Egg
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
If you use WooCommerce to run your online store, you need quality tools to take your business to the next level. That’s. The post StoreApps Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.
Tom Tunguz
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
Last week at Saastr 2023, I had the privilege of hosting a panel with Maggie Hott , GTM leader at OpenAI, Sharon Zhou , cofounder & CEO of Lamini, & Jordan Tigani , founder & CEO of MotherDuck talking about the implications of AI for the software industry broadly. Four themes resonated throughout the session. First, large language models like GPT-3 are making AI accessible to the masses.
SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
So the other day I looked back at about 25 SaaS seed investments I’d made that had scaled well past $10m-$20m and reflected on the top themes. Including — the top mistakes founders make again and again as they cross $10m ARR. Trust me. Here they are. They are all avoidable : #1: Stepping Out of Sales Ok really this is mistake #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5.
Clouded Judgement
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Follow along to stay up to date! Subscribe now Software Setup Currently, interest rates seem to be the primary driver of software valuations. We just wrapped up Q2 earnings season, and are a couple months away from getting incremental data on individual company performances (Q3 earnings season).
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
The Daily Egg
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
The times, they are a-changing, and so are work schedules. As a result, a lot of business owners are having trouble keeping. The post ClickTime Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.
Tom Tunguz
SEPTEMBER 9, 2023
I recently stumbled across a book that profoundly impacted me over 20 years ago. Called the Art of Possibility by Rosemary Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander, conductor of the Boston Philharmonic Orchestra, there it was in the sharing library of a local cafe, nestled underneath a few spy novels. There it was the bright yellow cover, a banner of optimism contained within the pages.
SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
So first a caveat: I know just enough about financial accounting to be dangerous. Second caveat: I’m way, way oversimplifying things. But with that out of the way, let’s talk just enough about financial accounting to explain why Big Tech Companies both acquire smaller ones — and do corporate VC investment. Because in the short-term, it often costs basically close to nothing to acquire a smaller startup with cash on hand, or do a corporate VC investment.
Buffer Resources
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Having a strong LinkedIn game is no longer an option. What we’re witnessing in today’s tough economy is the inevitable rise of social selling. This trend leverages social media platforms to build connections and establish meaningful relationships with potential business prospects — and when it comes to social selling, LinkedIn is the MVP.
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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?
The Daily Egg
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Let’s get straight to the point. You need to optimize your customers’ shopping journey in order to avoid one thing: cart abandonment. The post Tyche Softwares Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.
Andreessen Horowitz
SEPTEMBER 11, 2023
Anime as a media category has exploded in reach and cultural influence around the world. 69% of Gen Z watch anime and half of Netflix’s 222M subscribers watched anime in 2021, with total anime watch time growing 20% annually. VTubing – where creators live stream via an anime-style virtual avatar – is also becoming increasingly popular on Twitch, growing at 350% YoY.
SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
So Samara is that vertical fleet-and-more-management-and-more SaaS company that has just roared out of the gate since its quiet IPO. Things did get harder for them about a year ago, but growth has since reaccelerated. And efficient growth at that. Fast forward to today, Samsara is at almost $1 Billion ARR growing a stunning 40% — and are now cash-flow positiv e. 5 Interesting Learnings: #1.
Buffer Resources
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
With more than 50 billion daily views, YouTube Shorts offers a unique opportunity for content creators to reach a wider audience, promote longer videos, and even increase subscribers. For content creators and small businesses, Shorts can be a game-changer. Whether you're repurposing old content, sharing clips from live streams, promoting exclusive content, or hopping on the latest trend, Shorts provide a versatile medium to engage viewers and potentially go viral.
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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.
The Daily Egg
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023
Finding and collecting contact information for your prospects is a time-consuming process. It can feel overwhelming trying to track down a lead’s. The post Kaspr Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.
Teamgate
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
In the dynamic world of sales, the tools you employ can make or break your success trajectory. Pipedrive, a renowned player in the CRM (Customer Relationship Management) arena, has been the go-to for many businesses. But as the business ecosystem evolves, so do the needs of sales teams.
SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 15, 2023
Freshworks is a successful public SaaS company that has a humble beginning in the small town of Chennai, India. Founder and CEO Girish Mathrubootham shares five big bets that paid off as he scaled this multi-product company. Keep reading to discover Mathrubootham’s key decisions in launching and scaling a company, which include: Betting on inbound while going global Hiring talent when talent is hard to find Going multi-product early on Layering a sales-led motion on top of a product-led motio
Buffer Resources
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Many of the companies generating buzz on social media right now likely all have something in common: it's not just their brand accounts posting great content, but their employees too. That’s particularly true for businesses and employees active on LinkedIn. According to the network-building platform , content posted by employees is seen as three times more authentic and has a click-through rate twice as high as brand accounts.
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.
The Daily Egg
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023
Large corporations and enterprises have their hands full when it comes to tracking spending—from travel expenses to general business and SaaS costs, The post Mesh Payments Review appeared first on The Daily Egg.
Andreessen Horowitz
SEPTEMBER 14, 2023
As the world’s most traded asset class, the fixed income markets are a pillar of our global economy. They enable governments to finance critical infrastructure, corporations to fund growth, and individuals to make life’s most important purchases. However, despite their centrality in our lives, it remains far too difficult to access fixed income securities like treasuries, municipal bonds, and corporate debt.
SaaStr
SEPTEMBER 10, 2023
“My App Stack” is a new series where we dig in with top CMOs, CROs, CTOs and CEOs on just what apps they’re really using to run their business. I always learn a lot from these — they are in essence a best practices list from each leader. Last week we had a great one with Luca Penati, CMO & CCO of BEE, check it out here. This week we have Shrav Mehta, Founder and CEO of Secureframe!
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