Fri.Feb 23, 2024

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The SaaS Decacorn is Back. But Different.

SaaStr

So in the era of 2021, the time of 1,000 unicorns, it seemed like everyone and anyone someday, just might be a decacorn someday. And then in 2022, the markets crashed hard in SaaS. Since then, overall, SaaS multiples have stayed relatively low, at 6x ARR on average — for public SaaS companies. For really, really good companies at nine figures in ARR ?

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Clouded Judgement 2.23.24 - Rule of X

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 Rule of X Meritech and Bessemer both recently did an analysis that looked at the Rule of 40 and asked the question “what if growth / profitability shouldn’t be treated equally in the Rule of 40?” The Rule of 40 looks at the sum of a companies growth rate and FCF margin (or some other profitability metric like EBIT margin) and says that the sum s

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Dear SaaStr: What Kind of Background Checks Do VCs Do on Entrepreneurs They Fund?

SaaStr

Dear SaaStr: What Kind of Background Checks Do VCs Do on Entrepreneurs They Fund? It varies. Everyone does some background checks, or least they did outside of the Boom Times of late 2020 through late 2021. And some do very in-depth ones with lots of “off sheet” references (i.e., ones not provided by the CEO). Many do few references checks beyond the CEO, but not all.

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Pioneering Prosperity: The Advantages in Digital Disbursement Strategies

USIO

In the fast-paced world of digital transactions, businesses are constantly seeking innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and control over their financial operations. One such trailblazer in the realm of digital disbursement is Usio Akimbo Card , offering a revolutionary approach that goes beyond the ordinary. Let’s delve into the uncharted advantages that come with embracing Akimbo Card digital disbursement strategies.

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Navigating the Future: Generative AI, Application Analytics, and Data

Generative AI is upending the way product developers & end-users alike are interacting with data. Despite the potential of AI, many are left with questions about the future of product development: How will AI impact my business and contribute to its success? What can product managers and developers expect in the future with the widespread adoption of AI?

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First 60 Days in the C-suite: How to Set Yourself Up for Success

Totango

The elusive C-suite is a powerful and exciting place to be. It’s a difficult level to reach and perhaps even more difficult to remain at – especially in the role of a Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). According to research by SpencerStuart , CMOs have the highest turnover rate in the C-suite, remaining in the role for only 3.3 years on average. Counteracting this stigma and laying the foundation for a successful and long-lasting tenure as CMO starts with the first 60 days.

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The Unexpected C-Suite Collaboration You Need for Success

Totango

What do these four pairs have in common? Apple and IBM Peanut butter and jelly Martha Stewart and Snoop Dogg Marketing and Customer Success They are all unexpected — yet incredibly successful — partnerships. Bitter tech rivals put aside their differences to create world-changing innovations. A salty spread and a sweet topping form a beloved sandwich.

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Customer Advocacy through Customer Support: Lower Churn, Higher Loyalty

Groove HQ

Customer acquisition is difficult. Its costs time and money to get a new customer and if they churn quickly, your LTV suffers and suddenly your can not afford such CAC’s as your competitor can. We all know where this downward spiral ends. To evade this fate, you must focus on customers. Not just have them […] The post Customer Advocacy through Customer Support: Lower Churn, Higher Loyalty appeared first on Groove Blog.

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How Converse Digital Utilizes Nimble CRM for Social Selling Success

Nimble - Sales

At Converse Digital, led by its founder and president Tom Martin, social selling isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a way of life. With a passion for transforming sales strategies through the power of digital platforms, Converse Digital has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the sales landscape for over a decade. Driven by the vision to […] The post How Converse Digital Utilizes Nimble CRM for Social Selling Success appeared first on Nimble Blog.

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From $11 in the Bank to Selling for $187M: 6 Things Wisely Did Right

Sales Hacker

Hello and welcome to The GTM Newsletter – read by over 50,000 revenue professionals weekly to scale their companies and careers. GTMnow is the media extension of GTMfund – sharing insight on go-to-market from working with hundreds of portfolio companies backed by over 350+ of the best in the game executive operators who have been there, done that at the world’s fastest growing SaaS companies.

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SaaS: How They’re Turning Payments Into Profit Centers

Discover how top SaaS companies are earning up to $700k + and zero upfront cost with Usio Integrated Payments.

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Global Payment Methods for SMEs in 2024: An All-Inclusive Guide

Subscription Flow

In today’s international business scene, it is vital for us all to investigate why small/medium-size businesses (SMEs) supplying to enterprises require strong global payment methods for handling payments from their multinational clientele worldwide. One reason behind this is that as SMEs have grown outside of their native regions, the internet has given them the chance to reach a worldwide clientele.

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Charting the Future: What Are the Emerging Trends in Subscription Billing and Monetization?

Blulogix

Charting the Future: What Are the Emerging Trends in Subscription Billing and Monetization? By BluLogix Team Creating a Monetization Framework For Your Business View the Whitepaper Anticipating the Next Wave of Innovations in the Digital Economy As we stand on the brink of a new era in digital commerce, the future of subscription billing and monetization beckons with a promise of innovation, challenges, and unprecedented growth opportunities.