SaaStr
JULY 1, 2024
Getting acquired seems like the goal for most. Perhaps it is. No exit at all isn’t that fun for most of us. Liquidity matters, and is important, and is important to talk about. But getting acquired isn’t as simple as just signing some paperwork and getting some cash or shares. A few more existential thoughts and learnings: 1. The “quality”/brand of the acquirer is less important than we tend to think Selling is selling.
USIO
JULY 1, 2024
In the competitive world of Software as a Service (SaaS), generating recurring revenue is essential for sustainable growth. While many strategies involve significant investments in marketing, sales, and technology, there are also effective methods to boost recurring revenue that require minimal financial outlay. Here are three ways SaaS organizations can create recurring revenue without spending a dime. 1.
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Tom Tunguz
JUNE 30, 2024
“This is the first of your newsletters that doesn’t align well with what I’ve been seeing in the field.” After publishing The Four Barriers to AI Adoption , Dave Morse , a reader & a friend who was most recently CRO at Hebbia & VP Sales at Scale AI sent me this email. Dave continued : “ The biggest blocker to adoption at AI application companies is user education and limitations of frontier models.
Cobloom
JUNE 29, 2024
I'm going to ask you to run a simple experiment: login to your website's backend, find your pricing page, and double the numbers. If you're currently charging $10/month, make it $20. If you're charging $100, make it $200. $1,000? You guessed it: jump right to $2,000. Sounds crazy, right? But it isn't.
Speaker: Jay Allardyce
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.
Predictable Revenue
JULY 3, 2024
April MacLean, founder of Wondry, shares valuable insights into why and how to create a thriving community. The post How to create a community with April MacLean appeared first on Predictable Revenue.
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USIO
JULY 3, 2024
ONE I’m currently out of the office, probably chasing penguins in Antarctica. I’ll be back on June 14. If your email is urgent, contact Colleague’s Name at [Colleague’s Email]. If it’s not, enjoy this fun fact: Penguins propose to their mates with a pebble! Cheers, == TWO Greetings, I’m on a quest to find unicorns and will be out of the office until July 5.
User Pilot
JULY 2, 2024
A self-service data platform is the backbone of informed decision-making and a growing SaaS business. But how do you choose the right data platform for product analytics ? What should you look for? Let’s go over what a data platform is, its importance, and the must-have features you should consider to choose the right platform for you. TL;DR A self-service data platform is a user-friendly system that allows non-technical users to extract, transform, and visualize data without extensive IT suppor
Stax
JULY 2, 2024
Keeping a meticulous record of all your financial transactions gives you a good picture of the state and health of your small business and makes life easier come tax time. However, recording your daily financial transactions manually can be a very tedious and mistake-prone process. This article will show you how to select the right bookkeeping app to help digitize and manage the entire process of financial record keeping and reporting more easily and accurately.
Buffer Resources
JULY 2, 2024
Meta has a track record of creating winning social media platforms that improve how brands can connect with their audiences, and Threads is no exception. Since its launch, Threads has quickly gained traction among major brands, offering a fresh way to connect with followers in an increasingly crowded digital landscape. Some brands have already started seeing impressive reach through the platform, and in this article, we identify which ones are effectively using Threads to engage their audiences.
Speaker: Anindo Banerjea, CTO at Civio & Tony Karrer, CTO at Aggregage
When developing a Gen AI application, one of the most significant challenges is improving accuracy. This can be especially difficult when working with a large data corpus, and as the complexity of the task increases. The number of use cases/corner cases that the system is expected to handle essentially explodes. 💥 Anindo Banerjea is here to showcase his significant experience building AI/ML SaaS applications as he walks us through the current problems his company, Civio, is solving.
SaaStr
JUNE 30, 2024
Dear SaaStr: Do Referral Programs Work for SaaS? Well, for sure. But … it almost always takes longer than you think than direct sales: Salesforce announced a little ways back that its partners were the #1 source of its new bookings. 40% of HubSpot’s and Shopify’s and Gorgias’ customers come from agencies and other partners You can see in our deep dive with HubSpot co-founder and chairman Brian Halligan how their revenue from partners isn’t just critical … but
Clouded Judgement
JULY 5, 2024
Every week I’ll provide updates on the latest trends in cloud software companies. Follow along to stay up to date! Subscribe now Happy 4th! Declining Growth Everyone knows that growth as declined across the board over the last couple years. But by how much? I wanted to share a couple charts. The chart below shows the median NTM growth rate of the software basket I track.
FastSpring
JULY 2, 2024
Apple is the first company to be charged by European Union antitrust regulators under the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), an act which is intended to “ comprehensively regulate the gatekeeper power of the largest digital companies.” Reuters reports that “EU antitrust chief Margrethe Vestager cited issues with Apple’s new terms, saying that they fell short of complying with the DMA,” and that Apple may be able to avoid related fines if they modify their business terms to address those issue
The Moz Blog
JULY 2, 2024
How should I get listed in my Google Business Profile if I’ve got multiple businesses at the same address? How many listings am I eligible for if I’m running more than one business at my location? Get answers to your top questions in this comprehensive FAQ.
Speaker: Michael Mansard and Katherine Shealy
Generative AI is no longer just an exciting technological advancement––it’s a seismic shift in the SaaS landscape. Companies today are grappling with how to not only integrate AI into their products but how to do so in a way that makes financial sense. With the cost of developing AI capabilities growing, finding a flexible monetization strategy has become mission critical.
SaaStr
JULY 2, 2024
There are a lot of haves and have-nots in the software industry today. Some companies have more people throwing money at them than they know what to do with, and others are struggling to raise any money at all. Logan Bartlett, Managing Director at Redpoint Ventures, shares their yearly “State of the Market” report to understand what is and isn’t happening in venture capital today. 2024 is the tale of two markets, so let’s get into some of the data.
BlueSnap
JULY 2, 2024
Choosing a white-label payment platform to power embedded payments lets software companies own seamless, branded payment solutions for their clients without having to take on the full responsibility for payments. However, selecting a platform with global capabilities can play an instrumental role in your success and growth in the payment business. The post How Global White-Label Payment Platforms Help Grow Embedded Payments Revenue appeared first on BlueSnap.
User Pilot
JULY 4, 2024
It’s no secret that learning how to evaluate product performance is essential for product management. But how can you effectively measure product metrics that can help you reach your goals and increase revenue growth? In this article, we’ll explore some key metrics, analysis techniques, as well as actionable strategies to track and enhance your product performance.
The Moz Blog
JULY 5, 2024
In this Whiteboard Friday, Garrett discusses AI Overviews and how to optimize your SEO strategy for this new super-charged AI-powered search ranking snippet.
Speaker: Pete Uselman, Director of Partner Experience at Wind River Payments
How happy are you with customer adoption of your integrated payments solution? If you’re like many ISVs, there’s always room for improvement. If you want to increase integrated payments adoption, check out Wind River Payments’ webinar on demand, " How to Drive Customer Adoption of Your Payment Integration ". In this webinar, integrated payments veteran, Pete Uselman, discusses common challenges software companies face in encouraging customers to utilize their payment features and shares the late
SaaStr
JULY 3, 2024
Synthesia has a great story, going from 0 to 50,000 customers. Accel Partner Philipe Botteri and Synthesia’s co-founder and CEO Victor Riparbelli deep dive into the lessons learned about building an Enterprise-focused Generative AI company and scaling it. The Long-Term Vision What will be possible with this technology in 10 years? Going from “Wow, this is a cool tool” to actually getting rid of all hardware is a process, and Victor believed we would be there within ten years of the company’s con
Sales Hacker
JULY 2, 2024
Nick Dolik is a NYC-based investor, currently the Managing Director at TriplePoint Capital, and is focused on supporting founders and funding high-growth technology companies. Nick is passionate about entrepreneurship and has spent the past ~10 years backing various startups, including multiple unicorns. Discussed in this Episode: The current state of the financing environment for startups.
User Pilot
JULY 2, 2024
Data-driven companies are 58% more likely to hit revenue goals. This shows how important business analytics is for your product. Business analytics gives insights that help you make better decisions to improve your product. This article will show seven examples of business analytics to highlight its positive impact. TL;DR Business analytics uses data to find trends and boost performance.
Cobloom
JUNE 29, 2024
We've all heard stories of ' disruptive growth hackers' transforming tiny SaaS start-ups into multi-billion dollar businesses. There's even an aura of mystery surrounding these enigmatic figures, and the seemingly magical tactics they employ to achieve the near-impossible - but what exactly is a growth hacker? How do growth hackers differ from marketers?
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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 2, 2024
Dear SaaStr: Can a CEO be Late To Almost Everything? As CEO, I was basically never late. This year, for the SaaStrAnnual.com , every year we have perhaps ~150 top CEOs speak. Some of the very best in SaaS. CEOs of Atlassian, Box, Slack, Blackline, Qualtrics, The Trade Desk, Coupa, Algolia, MongoDB, Monday, Trello, Guidewire, and many more: Therese Tucker, the #1 rated speaker, CEO of IPO’d Blackline, was 1 hour early.
Sales Hacker
JULY 2, 2024
Is cold calling dead? The short answer: no. But, to put it bluntly it does kind of ‘suck’ – and that’s why it works. Join industry leaders Armand Farrokh and Nick Cegelski for both strategic and tactical takeaways on cold calling. What to expect: Cold call activity and conversion benchmarks (connect rates, set rates, show rates).
User Pilot
JUNE 29, 2024
Most companies are torn between two options: build vs. buy product analytics. It can be tricky because there’s no right and wrong answer. Everything depends on your unique situation and current business needs. Today’s article provides a practical guide to help you decide whether to build or buy your product analytics tool. TL;DR The build vs. buy strategy is a decision-making framework organizations use to determine whether to develop a solution in-house (build) or purchase it from an exte
Buffer Resources
JULY 4, 2024
Creating a strong presence on Meta's Threads can seem daunting, but these creators make it look easy. In this article, I share some of my favorite creators on Threads as well as the elements of their content that, in my opinion, make it engaging and effective. From tech journalists to social media strategists, these creators have mastered connecting with their audience, providing value, and fostering vibrant communities.
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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 4, 2024
Dear SaaStr: We Are Growing Too Fast to Handle the Workload, but We Can’t Afford to Hire New Employees. What’s wrong with our business model? Nothing. We’ve all been there. Almost all of us, at least. In SaaS, this typically happens somewhere between $3m and $8m in ARR or so … finally, you have enough customers, enough of a mini-brand, enough going on to get the flywheel going … but all of a sudden, it’s too much for the team.
Sales Hacker
JULY 3, 2024
Join us for a behind the scenes on the groundbreaking merger of Crossbeam and Reveal, and how this evolution will shape the future of partner ecosystems. What to expect: Hear directly from Bob and Simon, founders of Crossbeam and Reveal, on the merger. The impact of the merger on the partner ecosystem. Future trends and forecasts on Ecosystem-Led Growth strategies.
User Pilot
JUNE 29, 2024
Wondering how to create a user journey map for your SaaS product? If yes, you’re in the right place because that’s exactly what we explore in the article. Read on to learn about: Importance of user journey maps for product teams. Different user journey map types. User journey stages. User journey mapping process. Ready to dive in? TL;DR A user journey map represents all the actions users complete inside the product to achieve their goals, from the moment they first log in until they
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