
Discover the Best SaaS Resources on SaaS Hub
SaaS Resources
- AI Can’t Sell Yet. But It’s Probably Already “Smarter” Than Much of Your Sales Team
So we do love our SaaStr AI. It’s not perfect, but in its first month alone, it’s answered over 6,000 chats and questions from the SaaStr community! On everything from how to hire a great VP of Sales, to reviewing investor memos, to helping (many!) founders decide if they should quit or not. It’s not... Continue Reading
- The Series A Landscape in 2025: Insights from Chemistry VC’s Ethan Kurzweil
At SaaStr Workshop Wednesday live, Ethan Kurzwiel, previously partner at Bessemer Venture Partners and now founding partner at Chemistry VC, took us through a deep dive of exactly where Series A funding is right now in 2025. And sign up for the next FREE Workshop Wednesday here. About Ethan Kurzweil Ethan is the founder of... Continue Reading
- Dear SaaStr: In Consumption-Based Models, Should We Pay Out on Deals Closed or Usage?
Dear SaaStr: In Consumption-Based Models, Should We Pay Out on Deals Closed or Usage? Almost everyone in a consumption based model today pays some on close, but most on usage. I’ll dig in, but a really great deep dive with MongoDB’s head of sales ops here: Four Sales Compensation Tactics for Consumption-Based GTM with MongoDB’s... Continue Reading
- Top 10 Reasons SaaStr Annual 2025 Will Be Better Than Ever!! May 13-15 in SF Bay!
SaaStr Annual has always been the go-to event for SaaS founders, executives, and investors, but 2025 is shaping up to be the best one yet. Here’s why this year’s event is bigger, bolder, and more impactful than ever. It’s 50% about the intersection of AI + B2B, 50% about GTM in 2025+, and … 50%... Continue Reading
- B2B Startups Spend 15% of Revenue on Sales and 10% on Marketing, Per SaaS Capital
SaaS Capital surveyed 1,000 B2B startups of varying sizes to find out just how much today they are spending in sales and marketing in this new era of efficiency. That full report here: 2025 Spending Benchmarks for Private B2B SaaS Companies The answer? About the same as before 🙂 In fact, the median amount spent... Continue Reading
- Dear SaaStr: How Do I Learn to Close Big Enterprise Deals … Better?
Dear SaaStr: How Do I Learn to Close Big Enterprise Deals Better? Closing high-ticket enterprise deals is a different beast compared to SMB or mid-market sales. It requires patience, strategy, and a deep understanding of the enterprise buying process. In fact, arguably … SMB sales and enterprise sales have almost nothing in common. More on... Continue Reading
- Top SaaStr Posts and Pods of the Week: AI + GTM with Jason & Sam, Owner’s CRO, SaaStr’s AI, Google Cloud’s VP Marketing
Top Posts You May Have Missed: #1. The #1 Thing That Makes Enterprise Customers See Value: A Great Dashboard #2. Thoma Bravo: Software Spend Will Grow 19% a Year Through 2028. AI is The Accelerant. #3. Fake Multi-Product vs. Real Multi-Product #4. The Problem with “Small But Mighty” AI Start-Ups #5. The Top 10 Learnings... Continue Reading
- The Compound Startup Advantage: Why The CEO of Rippling Believes Focus Is Overrated
As we gear up for 2025 SaaStr Annual, May 13-15 in SF Bay, we wanted to take a look back at one of your favorite SaaStr conversations with Parker Conrad at SaaStr. Parker came to London to share just what he’s learned building a $12B+ compound start-up. And … the top mistakes they made. And... Continue Reading
- 6 Practical Reasons AI is a Threat to Traditional B2B Startups Today
Dear SaaStr: How Much of a Threat is AI to Traditional B2B Startups Today? AI isn’t yet slowing down the big leaders in SaaS, from Salesforce to HubSpot to Workday. In fact, they are embracing it. Workday is seeing a 30% attach rate for its new AI products in new deals already: 5 Interesting Learnings... Continue Reading
- 📕 Convertible Notes to Avoid a Down Round; Scaling GTM Strategy from a 25m to 50m ARR Business; The Most Scarce Resource in SaaS…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 How Low Will SaaS Valuations Go; 2022’s Outbound Sales Stack; The Top Product Strategy Frameworks…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 Figma for Fifty (X); What Happens to VC when the Market Crashes; Solving Retention with Loops…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 Private Equity’s Love for Enterprise Software; How To Value Your Own SaaS Company; Caveats to Cohort Analysis…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 How to Retain Employees in a Hot Job Market; Knowing your ICP’s Buying Committee; Creating Sales Enablement Content…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 A B2B SaaS Sales Model Review; Dispelling the Confusing Aspects of Dilution; Being Shameless in Your Pursuit of the Truth…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 Reconsidering Annual Plans; Finding your Brand Champions; Where Early Stage Founders Should Focus…
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 Marketing During a Downturn; A CMO’s Keys to Success; Making the Most of Your Churn...
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- 📕 How Public Software Multiples Impact the Private Market; Transitioning from a PLG to Enterprise Sales Strategy; 2022 Software M&A Update …
Welcome back to The SaaS Playbook, a bi-weekly rundown of the top articles, tactics, and thought leadership in B2B SaaS.
- How we use automations at ChartMogul
A little reminder—your sales team has a lot on their plate. You want your reps focused on hunting new business, not manual tasks. The more you can do to make their lives easier, the more they can focus on what they do best: closing bigger, better deals. And that, of course, means more revenue for …
- Sales and marketing 101 for startups: driving growth together
When and how to launch sales and marketing is a tough topic for most startup founders. It often means investing a lot of time and money without certainty that it will pay off. But sales and marketing are the backbone of every successful go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and getting them right can be the difference between …
- A guide to SaaS pricing models
Pricing a product is tough. You need to maintain healthy margins, stay competitive, and make sure it’s appealing to customers, all at once. And if the product isn’t selling, the first instinct is often to think “the price is too high.” The truth is, the price itself is hardly ever a problem. The issue could …
- Should discounts be included in MRR?
78% of SaaS businesses offer discounts, according to a poll by SaaStr. Since discounts are a staple in SaaS, founders often ask, “How should MRR be calculated for discounted customers? Should MRR be reported gross or net of discounts?” Spoiler: I don’t think discounts should be included in MRR, and here’s why. MRR should be …
- SaaS sales for startup leaders
You’ve built an amazing product—something you’re genuinely proud of. But now comes the part that can feel a little overwhelming: selling it. For many founders, it’s not just about convincing others—it’s stepping into a whole new role, figuring out what works, and hearing “no” more than you’d like. It’s challenging, no doubt, but it’s also …
- ChartMogul 2024: Year in Review
Here are the highlights from the past 12 months.
- 25 predictions for SaaS in 2025
2024 was a big year for SaaS with AI in the spotlight and new pricing models shaking things up. What will 2025 bring?
- How to use kanban for sales opportunity management
Kanban boards are perfect for managing the sales funnel, but only work if your sales pipeline management and stages are clear and everyone understands them.
- Our revamped approach to data cleaning
To generate accurate metrics, you need clean data—here’s how our improved data cleaning features make that easier.
- LLMs Don’t Reward Originality, They Flatten It
But in the age of AI-driven search, originality is not the boon we think it is. It might even be a liability… or, at best, a long game with no guarantees. Because here’s the uncomfortable truth: LLMs don’t reward firsts.…Read more ›
- 5 Smart Ways to Spy On Your Competitors’ Ads
This is a recipe for mediocrity. Competitors don’t always know what they’re doing. Their campaigns might be underperforming, and blindly following them could land you in the same hole. You also don’t want to get into a copying war and…Read more ›
- GEO, LLMO, AEO… It’s All Just SEO
So far, it doesn’t seem like it. There seems to be massive overlap in SEO and GEO, such that it doesn’t seem useful to consider them distinct processes. The things that contribute to good visibility in search engines also contribute…Read more ›
- How to Track and Analyze Your AI Traffic
But its value goes beyond just awareness—AI citations can also drive engaged traffic to your site. Like any new referral channel, AI traffic is still finding its footing. Our research shows LLMs account for about 0.1% of traffic, though this…Read more ›
- An Insider’s Guide to Event Sponsorships (From a Company That Spent $500K)
When big-name sponsors put their logo on your event materials, they’re essentially saying: “This event matters.” We know this firsthand because event sponsorships have been a big part of our marketing strategy. We’ve spent an estimated $500,000 on them, sponsoring…Read more ›
- SEO for Financial Services: How to Build Trust and Rank Higher in 2025
The tactics are broadly applicable, but how you apply them will depend on your business model. A local firm might focus on community-driven content and local SEO, while a digital-first platform might lean into educational resources and national visibility. To…Read more ›
- AI Makes Up 0.1% of Traffic, but Clicks Aren’t Everything
As it stands AI traffic isn’t making much of a dent, so is it worth pursuing? Here’s what we know so far… We studied the traffic makeup of ~35K websites, and found that AI sends just 0.1% of total referral…Read more ›
- Google Is Looking Out for #1. It’s Time You Do, Too
The other day, Lily Ray (Vice President of SEO Strategy & Research at Amsive) noticed Google had begun surfacing its own storefront for some competitive “Your Money or Your Life” searches. By Google’s own admission, these kinds of “E-E-A-T” sensitive queries…Read more ›
- Python for SEO, Explained for Beginners
But here’s the truth: SEO is filled with repetitive, time-consuming tasks that Python can automate in minutes. Things like checking for broken links, scraping metadata, analyzing rankings, and auditing on-page SEO are all doable with a few lines of code.…Read more ›
- Best SaaS Solutions for Game Developers in 2025
Working with limited resources and keeping up with emerging tech are the biggest challenges for game developers today. However, advanced SaaS solutions have opened up new possibilities across distinct categories. These are essentially tailored solutions that can empower game developers to fulfill unique needs and drive impact. In this blog, you’ll discover the significant benefits
- 10 Best CRM Software for Small Businesses in 2025 | Free & Paid
Introduction: Small businesses thrive on strong customer relationships, but managing contacts and sales leads manually can be overwhelming. This is where Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software becomes invaluable. A good CRM acts as a centralized hub to track interactions, automate routine tasks, and nurture leads through the sales pipeline. In fact, 83% of small businesses
- 7+ Top WhatsApp Alternatives: Secure Messaging Apps for Privacy and Collaboration
WhatsApp is the world’s most popular messaging app with over 2 billion users globally. Its convenience and ubiquity are undeniable, connecting friends, families, and businesses across continents. So why are millions of users suddenly seeking WhatsApp alternatives? The answer lies in growing concerns over privacy, security, and the desire for more features. In recent years,
- Amazon Employees: How Many People Work at Amazon? (2024 Update)
Amazon is one of the largest employers in the world, with a workforce that has grown exponentially over the past decade. But exactly how many employees does Amazon have in 2024? This guide breaks down the latest Amazon employee statistics, historical workforce trends, hiring strategies, and regional distribution. By the end, you’ll know how Amazon’s
- 10 Top SaaS Trends to Watch in 2025: The Future of Cloud Software
Curious about what’s next for the world of SaaS? In just the past few years, we’ve watched Software-as-a-Service evolve at breakneck speed, transforming from a neat cloud-based delivery model into an essential driver of business innovation. It feels like every tool — from your CRM to your accounting software — now comes as a service.
- How to Choose the Right SaaS Tool for Your Business
Choosing the right SaaS (Software as a Service) tool can make or break a business in today’s digital age. Imagine investing time and money into a flashy new software, only to find your team struggling to use it or it failing to address your core needs. Unfortunately, such scenarios are common when businesses don’t choose
- Best Zoom Alternatives: Top 11 Video Conferencing Tools for 2025
In an era of endless virtual meetings, finding the perfect video conferencing platform is key. Zoom may have become a household name, but it’s not the only game in town. In fact, many users are actively searching for Zoom alternatives due to various reasons – from pricing and time limits to security concerns and feature
- GPT-4.5 New Features: What’s Improved Over GPT-4?
Explore GPT-4.5 New Features, including its enhanced emotional intelligence, reduced hallucination rates, and expanded knowledge base compared to GPT-4. In this guide, we break down what’s confirmed about OpenAI’s latest model GPT-4.5, how it compares to GPT-4, and what you can expect based on past releases. We’ll use an engaging, conversational tone to answer common
- GPT-4.5 Release Date Confirmed: Availability & How to Access OpenAI’s Latest Model
The AI world has been buzzing in anticipation of OpenAI’s next big leap, and it’s finally here – GPT-4.5 has been officially unveiled. OpenAI announced the release of this new language model as a “research preview” on February 27, 2025, confirming the details everyone’s been waiting for In this post, we’ll break down when GPT-4.5
- 5 Early Stage B2B SaaS Companies that Use ABM to Generate Pipeline
5 Early Stage B2B SaaS Companies that Use ABM to Generate Pipeline
- Building and Expanding your Circle of Influence with ABM
This article explores how companies can map their existing influential relationships, create concentric circles of expansion, and implement targeted ABM strategies to reach new accounts.
- How to Design Scalable Customer Success Systems for Series A Companies
Series A is a critical growth phase for startups. You've proven your concept, secured significant funding, and now face the exciting challenge of scaling rapidly. But with this growth comes a critical question: how will you maintain exceptional customer experiences while handling an expanding customer base?
- How A Series A Company Should Build Its First ABM Playbooks
If you're reading this, you're likely at that critical inflection point. Your Series A funding means you've proven you can sell, but your investors are already asking about your path to Series B.
- Enterprise ABM Through the Looking Glass: From Vendor to Strategic Partner
Enterprise buyers don't wake up thinking about your carefully crafted pain points. Somewhere between their morning coffee and evening calls, they're calculating the cost of inaction, weighing the risks of disruption, and envisioning their company's future in an increasingly unpredictable market.
- ABM vs Outbound Sales: A Comprehensive Guide for SaaS Companies
Do you want to know the real difference between Account-Based Marketing (ABM) and Outbound Sales? You're not alone. Many of our clients come to us a little confused about ABM vs Outbound Sales.
- The Evolution of Ideal Customer Profiles: From Startups to Enterprise ABM
You've landed your first few enterprise deals, but scaling that success feels like catching lightning in a bottle. What worked for your startup-focused ICP isn't cutting it anymore, and those hard-won enterprise wins are starting to look more like lucky breaks than repeatable victories.
- What is the Risk of Ignoring ABM for Series A Companies?
Early market wins are powerful proof points for your business model. But as your Series A company grows, transforming these individual successes into systematic revenue becomes increasingly critical. Yet many post-product market fit companies overlook Account-Based Marketing (ABM) as their key to systematic growth.
- What Series B Investors Really Look for in Growth Stories
Take the typical Series A company with a few impressive logos. On the surface, everything looks promising: good logos, growing deal sizes, and a clear sales-led appetite for the product. But dig a little deeper, and you'll often find these wins required herculean efforts from your scrappy sales team. The CEO worked their network, personally shepherded deals through procurement, or leveraged their industry reputation to open doors.
- How to Master Email Threads for More Effective Communication
Table of Contents Email remains one of the most powerful tools for professional interaction, collaboration, The post How to Master Email Threads for More Effective Communication appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- Run Your Business Like a Pro: AI Tools for Freelancers in 2025
Table of Contents Freelancing is no longer just a side job — it’s a real The post Run Your Business Like a Pro: AI Tools for Freelancers in 2025 appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- From Chaos to Clarity with a Time Tracking Tool for Indian Professionals
Table of Contents In India, productivity has become the holy grail for businesses. From booming The post From Chaos to Clarity with a Time Tracking Tool for Indian Professionals appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make in CRM Activity Management and How to Fix Them
Table of Contents Customer relationship management (CRM) has become the cornerstone of effective sales, marketing, The post Top 5 Mistakes Businesses Make in CRM Activity Management and How to Fix Them appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- 10 Free Construction Management Templates You Can Start Using Today
Table of Contents Managing a construction project is no walk in the park. From scheduling The post 10 Free Construction Management Templates You Can Start Using Today appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- Update Version 2025.04.11.0.39 | New in Yoroflow: Enhanced Security, AI Integration, and More
Table of Contents We’re excited to share the latest updates in Yoroflow! This round of The post Update Version 2025.04.11.0.39 | New in Yoroflow: Enhanced Security, AI Integration, and More appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- Must Have Features for the Best Contact Management System
Table of Contents Let’s face it—keeping track of your contacts is no longer as simple The post Must Have Features for the Best Contact Management System appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- How Yoroflow Breaks Language Barriers with Multilingual Support
Table of Contents In an increasingly interconnected world, businesses are expanding beyond borders, reaching new The post How Yoroflow Breaks Language Barriers with Multilingual Support appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- Cold Calling Scripts with 15 Examples Templates and Tips
Table of Contents Cold calling remains one of the most effective cold outreach strategies for The post Cold Calling Scripts with 15 Examples Templates and Tips appeared first on Yoroflow Blogs | Yoroflow.
- What the podcast industry gets wrong about YouTube
- AI isn't going to build your startup
- How to make big decisions
- Is it too hard to build a SaaS in 2025?
- AI isn't going to replace you
- 2024 year in review
- What's happening with founders over 40
- The best Bluesky apps, projects, tools I've found
- Where are these signups coming from?
- Beyond CRM: HubSpot's Bold 2025 Vision for AI-Driven Customer Success
At Spotlight 2025, HubSpot’s message was clear: The future of customer platforms is Fast. Easy. Unified. This year’s theme wasn’t just a slogan—it was a blueprint for how businesses can accelerate growth with AI, seamless collaboration, and frictionless experiences.
- The Pitfalls of Moving Too Fast in RevOps: Why a Structured Approach is Critical
Many companies set out to optimize revenue operations with the best of intentions—streamlining systems, reducing inefficiencies, and increasing scalability. However, speed without strategy can do more harm than good. When organizations attempt to overhaul their operations without a clear plan, stakeholder alignment, or transition strategy, they don’t just risk inefficiency—they risk chaos.
- How to Engage the Modern Buying Committee in 2025
Ever feel like the list of involved parties when selling continues to grow? Statements like “We’ll need to involve the VP of Finance as well as the Head of Customer Success before determining next steps on our end,” have become increasingly common. Chances are, you’ve heard buyers mention even more decision-makers before a contract discussion begins.
- Unlocking AI Success: How To Get Your Data Ready for AI Implementation
AI has often felt like a looming wrecking ball, poised to change everything overnight. But while Hollywood’s AI is all about robots and dystopias, the real-world version is helping businesses become more efficient, productive, and future-ready. However, AI is only as powerful as the data behind it. To unlock its true potential, organizations must ensure their data is high-quality, clean, and AI-ready. This blog is part of our AI Collection and will walk you through the key steps to achieving AI data readiness.
- 4 Marketing & RevOps Predictions for 2025
With every new year comes new technologies to leverage, new ideas to implement, and new visions for what the next 12 months will look like. 2025 is no different, but with seemingly endless possibilities to unlock meaningful growth for businesses, where should businesses focus their energy to differentiate themselves when it comes to marketing and RevOps? We asked three experts what their biggest predictions for 2025 are in a recent webinar on the topic and came away with 4 actionable insights that can help you win this year.
- Top Takeaways from the 2024 State of HubSpot Encore Webinar
The 2024 State of HubSpot Encore Webinar brought together some of the brightest minds in marketing, sales, and operations to dive deep into the challenges, trends, and opportunities shaping the HubSpot ecosystem and beyond. If you missed it—or need a refresher—this post captures the most impactful insights shared by our expert panel.
- The Ultimate On-Page SEO Checklist
To really shine on Google and other search engines, it's important to have a content strategy and demand generation plan that focuses on SEO. The aim is to create content that speaks to your audience, answers their questions and guides them to your solutions. Take a look at our top tips to help your content stand out and rank well.
- State of HubSpot 2024: How the Best Do It Differently
As the digital landscape continues to evolve at breakneck speed, the question on everyone’s mind at this year’s INBOUND event was: Is inbound dead? Jonathan Burg, SVP of Revenue at New Breed, led a dynamic session on the State of HubSpot 2024, featuring insights from industry leaders facing these shifts head-on. The panel—Sam Jacobs (CEO of Pavilion), Pete Caputa (CEO of Databox), Jill Rowley (LP at Stage 2 Capital), and Beau Brooks (CRO at Teamwork.com)—explored how top-performing companies are adapting and thriving in this ever-changing environment.
- Lessons Learned from INBOUND 2024
Each year, HubSpot's INBOUND conference drives conversations and inspires new thinking in the marketing, sales, revenue operations, and customer success world. This year’s INBOUND 2024 delivered once again. As we dive into the key takeaways from this pivotal event, we'll uncover the strategies revenue leaders must adopt, the pitfalls they must avoid, and the opportunities they can't afford to miss.
- Aletiq secures $6.5M for its SaaS tool focused on product lifecycle management
Aletiq raised a €6 million funding round led by Point Nine a few months ago (around $6.5 million at current exchange rates). The French startup is announcing the funding round today. Aletiq has been developing product lifecycle management (PLM) software for manufacturing industrial companies working in aerospace, automotive, electronics, luxury, and more. When you think
- SmartSuite raises $38M to be the final word on enterprise collaboration
Three founders who built out one of the bigger startups in risk management are scaling a new company to take on another pain point in the world of work. SmartSuite‘s platform lets teams collaborate on projects, build automations around that work, and search and access work across larger libraries of data spanning a disparate number
- Comstruct raises $13M to simplify the procurement process for construction firms
When you think about platforms in the construction industry, chances are the concrete slabs designed to support steel beams and tall pillars will come first to your mind. Munich-based startup Comstruct wants to design a different kind of platform for the construction industry — a software platform. At its core, Comstruct is a procurement platform for
- Nelly raises $51M to digitalize medical practices across Europe
Nelly wants to become the biggest fintech startup in the healthcare industry. The Berlin-based startup is already working with more than 1,200 medical practices in a handful of European countries. But there are thousands more that could benefit from an upgrade for their administrative workflows. That’s why Nelly recently raised €50 million in funding (around
- Bench shuts down, leaving thousands of businesses without access to accounting and tax docs
Bench, a Canada-based accounting startup that offered software-as-a-service for small and medium-sized businesses, has abruptly shut down, according to a notice posted on its website. “We regret to inform you that as of December 27, 2024, the Bench platform will no longer be accessible,” the notice reads. “We know this news is abrupt and may
- Hauler Hero wants to bring waste-management software into the 21st century
After nearly four years of working in sales at tradesperson software company ServiceTitan, Mark Hoadley (pictured above) was looking for a change and to potentially start something of his own in a similar industry. Hoadley’s brother-in-law and now co-founder, Ben Sikma, was working on M&A in the waste-management space at the time. Sikma discovered how
- Nuon helps companies deploy their software into their customers’ cloud accounts
Jon Morehouse launched PowerTools in 2019 to help companies ship static sites and serverless apps to their cloud accounts on providers like AWS and Azure. When a customer asked him if they could use PowerTools to deploy their software into one of their customer’s cloud accounts, Morehouse was skeptical. Morehouse told TechCrunch that after that
- Stigg makes it easy to change your SaaS pricing
Stigg (not The Stig, just Stigg) describes itself as “the first scalable monetization platform for the modern billing stack.” There’s a lot going on in that sentence, but what it comes down to is that the startup, which on Wednesday announced a $17.5 million Series A round, helps SaaS companies model pricing, create pricing pages,
- Volta, a Shopify for B2B transactions, raises biggest pre-seed round of Italy
Volta, a new startup with a team split between two headquarters in Milan and Paris, has secured a €6 million pre-seed round ($6.3 million) to develop a new vertical software-as-a-service platform focused on B2B sales. In more practical terms, the Volta team pitches its product as an equivalent to Shopify but focused on B2B transactions.
- Second Chances: The Strategy of Respin Slots
In the online casino gaming world, innovative mechanics are introduced to improve engagement and retention. Respin slots are one of the latest mechanics to emerge in casino gaming. This mechanic gives players a second chance to boost their incomes on certain spins. While a spin’s result is final in standard slot games, ... Read more The post Second Chances: The Strategy of Respin Slots first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- The Internet’s Favorite Jewelry Pieces You Need in Your Collection
Have you ever wondered which jewelry pieces can instantly brighten your day and add a joyful sparkle to your style? Imagine exploring a collection of stunning accessories that fill you with excitement, radiate charm, and celebrate your unique personality. In today’s dynamic fashion world, the internet is buzzing with incredible finds that ... Read more The post The Internet’s Favorite Jewelry Pieces You Need in Your Collection first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- Risk Analysis Displayed Through Real-Time Financial Charts
Data has always driven risk calculation, with institutions relying on figures to identify the probability of market downturns or unexpected price fluctuations. However, the rapid acceleration of modern technology has drastically changed how this data is presented and interpreted. Real-time financial charts are now indispensable tools that offer clarity, immediacy, and actionable ... Read more The post Risk Analysis Displayed Through Real-Time Financial Charts first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- Slot Gacor Hari ini: The Art of Designing Addictive Slot Games
Slot games are some of the most popular forms of entertainment in the world, both in land-based casinos and online platforms. But have you ever wondered what makes them so irresistibly addictive? The key lies in a delicate balance between art and science. Game developers combine creativity, psychology, and cutting-edge technology to ... Read more The post Slot Gacor Hari ini: The Art of Designing Addictive Slot Games first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- Best Low-Code Platform Developers in 2024
As the demand for rapid application development grows, low-code platforms have become essential tools for businesses looking to streamline their processes and bring innovative solutions to the market quickly. In 2024, several companies stand out as leaders in low-code development, offering robust solutions that cater to a wide range of industries. Here, ... Read more The post Best Low-Code Platform Developers in 2024 first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- Key Features of Salesforce CPQ That Outperform Microsoft Access
Unlock the secrets of Salesforce CPQ's superior automation and integration features that outshine Microsoft Access—discover how it transforms your sales process. The post Key Features of Salesforce CPQ That Outperform Microsoft Access first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- How to Improve Your ARPA Metric With Pricing Strategies
Find out how flexible pricing strategies can elevate your ARPA metric and transform your revenue potential. Discover more inside. The post How to Improve Your ARPA Metric With Pricing Strategies first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- What Are the Best Practices for ERP Configuration in Retail?
Uncover essential strategies for ERP configuration in retail, from team assembly to risk management, and explore how to ensure a successful deployment. The post What Are the Best Practices for ERP Configuration in Retail? first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- What Factors Influence the Average POS Merchant LTV?
Discover how transaction frequency, retention rates, and market competition shape POS merchant LTV and reveal strategies for maximizing profitability. The post What Factors Influence the Average POS Merchant LTV? first appeared on SaaS Metrics.
- GTM 142: Why Most B2B Marketing Fails (And How to Fix It) with Udi Ledergor
Udi Ledergor served as CMO during Gong’s rise from new SaaS startup to industry dominance. The post GTM 142: Why Most B2B Marketing Fails (And How to Fix It) with Udi Ledergor appeared first on GTMnow.
- How to do SEO right in 2025 (hint: most companies get it wrong)
Lessons from Eli Schwartz, author of Product-Led SEO The post How to do SEO right in 2025 (hint: most companies get it wrong) appeared first on GTMnow.
- GTM 141: Timeless Growth Tips From a $7.4B Oracle Exit and Scaling Carta to $450M in Revenue | Jeff Perry
Jeff Perry is a truly iconic revenue leader and the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Carta, responsible for core software revenue across New Business, Upsell, Cross Sell, and Customer Success. The post GTM 141: Timeless Growth Tips From a $7.4B Oracle Exit and Scaling Carta to $450M in Revenue | Jeff Perry appeared first on GTMnow.
- The GTM AI Operating System
4 models for building your GTM OS. The post The GTM AI Operating System appeared first on GTMnow.
- GTM 140: How Microsoft Scaled from $600M to $5B: The Enterprise Playbook with Hayden Stafford
Hayden Stafford is the President and Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) at Seismic, where he oversees the global go-to-market (GTM) organization, including pre-sales, sales, customer success, services, partners, and more. The post GTM 140: How Microsoft Scaled from $600M to $5B: The Enterprise Playbook with Hayden Stafford appeared first on GTMnow.
- Cold Calling Playbook Tips: 10 Proven Tactics for Sales Leaders and Reps
Tactics for sales leaders and reps. The post Cold Calling Playbook Tips: 10 Proven Tactics for Sales Leaders and Reps appeared first on GTMnow.
- GTM 139: AI Agents Are Changing Everything — Microsoft’s VP of AI Agents on the New Era of Work and Software | Ray Smith
AI Agents Are Changing Everything: Microsoft’s VP of AI Agents, Ray Smith, on the Future of Work and Software. The post GTM 139: AI Agents Are Changing Everything — Microsoft’s VP of AI Agents on the New Era of Work and Software | Ray Smith appeared first on GTMnow.
- How to navigate the shift from Product-Led Growth to Enterprise
PLG to SLG while scaling effectively The post How to navigate the shift from Product-Led Growth to Enterprise appeared first on GTMnow.
- GTM 138: The AI Advantage, Solving Sales & Marketing Alignment for Better GTM Execution with Jaleh Rezaei
Jaleh Rezaei is the CEO & Co-founder of Mutiny, a company reimagining the B2B buying experience by transforming transactional relationships into meaningful connections through AI-powered personalization. The post GTM 138: The AI Advantage, Solving Sales & Marketing Alignment for Better GTM Execution with Jaleh Rezaei appeared first on GTMnow.
- How to Find (Not Guess) Your Target Audience: A Data-Driven Approach
We all know what a target audience is. Or at least we think we do. We’ve written “target audience” in strategy documents and nodded along in meetings when someone mentions “our ideal customer.” But if we’re trying to grow, we have to pause and ask ourselves: Are we really targeting the right people, or are we just making educated guesses?…
- Demand-Creation vs. Demand-Converting Marketing
One of the fundamental mistakes I see executives and marketing leaders make over and over is investing in the wrong part of the demand funnel. In this week’s 5-Minute Whiteboard, I’ll walk through an example of demand creation at the top vs. middle/bottom of the funnel, and explain why it’s critical to understand whether you have one of two problems:…
- The Internet Needs Less Fighting, More Invisible Subtweets
I guess we can’t really say “subtweets” anymore because Twitter is now X and tweets are now blandly called “posts.” But we all know in our bones what a subtweet is. It’s a unique description for the subtle shade thrown someone’s way on a text-based social media platform. Someone you know (or hate?) writes about the importance of waking up…
- Getting Executive Buy-In: How to Tie Audience Research to Business Strategy
It’s a tale as old as time, or uh… for as long as you’ve been doing digital marketing: You’ve uncovered powerful audience insights that you fully believe will transform your company’s approach, but when you try to share them beyond the marketing team, eyes glaze over. Executives nod politely before steering the conversation back to quarterly targets and sales forecasts.…
- How to Use Mental Jujitsu to Convince Your Boss/Team/Client to Make the Right Marketing Investments
“How do I convince my boss/team/client to invest in my audience’s true sources of influence? Especially when those sources are so hard to prove attribution?” Friend, I hear you. So, for this week’s 5-Minute Whiteboard, how about we try a little mental jujitsu to get everyone aligned on the reality of how the modern web works, and how people make…
- How to Turn Audience Research Into Content Ideas
If you’ve ever stared at a blank content calendar wondering what to create next, you’re not alone. Even the most prolific writers* sometimes feel like they’re running nonstop on the content creation hamster wheel… even after ideas dry up and writer’s block sets in. But while continuing your creation habit can build momentum, sometimes the best content ideas aren’t hiding…
- New Research: Google Search Grew 20%+ in 2024; receives ~373X more searches than ChatGPT
For years, two questions have dominated both marketers’ interest and the media’s coverage of Google Search: Are AI Tools taking market share away from Google? Is Google search growing, flatlining, or declining? I’ve seen wild speculation that Google’s market share is down 5-10% since ChatGPT’s launch, and heard anecdotes across my feeds from people claiming that they never use Google…
- New Research: How Often Do Americans Search Google? Which Search Verticals Do They Use?
Last quarter, we published an extraordinary analysis of hundreds of millions of Google searches alongside our clickstream panel partners at Datos (A Semrush Company). That analysis opened many marketers and creators’ eyes to the reality of how people use Google in 2024, i.e. navigational-heavy, and significantly weighted toward the top few thousand queries. This quarter, we’re back to examine several…
- ROI vs. VOI: Smart Marketers Look Beyond the Numbers
Most of us default to Return on Investment (ROI) for measuring marketing success. It’s the tried-and-true metric that quantifies financial returns. Money in, money out. But we all know the messy reality of attribution. The prospects who subscribe and unsubscribe from our newsletters, who toss us a LinkedIn like now and then, who eventually Google us one day because they…
- Instagram 101: A Step-By-Step Guide on How to Use Instagram
In this beginner’s guide, learn everything you need to know about getting started with Instagram
- How to Share Instagram Feed Posts to Stories: 3 Simple Steps
Everything you need to know about sharing a post to your Instagram Stories (and why it could be great for your reach and engagement).
- How to Get Verified on Instagram: 2 Ways To Get Your Blue Check in 2025
What Instagram verification is, the two ways to get a blue check, (with and without paying for Meta Verified), plus some FAQs about the process.
- Introducing: Goals & Recommended Posting Times
Trying to stay consistent on social? Buffer’s new weekly goals and optimal posting times make it easier to show up on social, even when you’re busy. Set your goal, and we’ll handle the rest.
- The Best Time to Post on Social Media in 2025: Times for Every Major Platform
We pored over millions of posts on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, and LinkedIn to pinpoint when the best-performing content was published.
- Inside the Facebook Algorithm in 2025: All the Updates You Need to Know
Is there a secret to getting your content seen by as many people as possible? Here’s everything we know about how the Facebook algorithm works and how you can get your content the reach it deserves.
- LinkedIn Leads in Engagement at 6.50% — Here’s How Other Platforms Stack Up
We dug into the engagement rate data of eight social media platforms.
- We Paid A Candidate To Spend A Day Working With Us, Here’s How It Went
In a recent hiring round, we tried something new. I asked a candidate in the final stages of interviewing to spend a full day working with us.
- The 11 Best Social Media Analytics Tools for Creators and Marketers
Social media analytics can be a goldmine of insights to inform your strategy. But how do you stitch them together? Here are 11 social media analytics tools that can help.
- 6 Essentials Tool For Business Growth
Modern businesses need efficiency, productivity, and smart tools to keep up with the competition and drive long-term success. For companies The post 6 Essentials Tool For Business Growth appeared first on .
- NeoDove CRM ROI: The True Value of Investing in the Right CRM System
Many businesses still hesitate to invest in a CRM system due to the perceived high cost or complexity. But when The post NeoDove CRM ROI: The True Value of Investing in the Right CRM System appeared first on .
- The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing CRM Adoption and Automating Workflows
So, you bought a CRM for your company thinking, it will help you boost your sales and maximize team efficiency? The post The Ultimate Guide to Maximizing CRM Adoption and Automating Workflows appeared first on .
- AI and Automation in CRM: The Future of Sales and Customer Service
Artificial intelligence and automation are transforming Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems into a powerful tool that not only streamline operations The post AI and Automation in CRM: The Future of Sales and Customer Service appeared first on .
- 10 Creative New Year Wishes for Customers and Clients 2025
Key Takeaways Thoughtful New Year wishes for customers & clients can strengthen relationships and build loyalty. Personalized, heartfelt messages make The post 10 Creative New Year Wishes for Customers and Clients 2025 appeared first on .
- A Complete Guide to 10 VoIP Advantages and Disadvantages
Key Takeaways VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) is a revolutionary digital technology that allows businesses to make and receive customer The post A Complete Guide to 10 VoIP Advantages and Disadvantages appeared first on .
- 12 WhatsApp Christmas Messages to Boost Your Customer Engagement in 2024
Key Takeaways WhatsApp Christmas messages are a powerful way to nurture relationships with customers, clients, and leads. Personalization and creativity The post 12 WhatsApp Christmas Messages to Boost Your Customer Engagement in 2024 appeared first on .
- 15 Best VoIP Apps for Business: Enhance Communication and Cut Costs
Key Takeaways Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) is nothing but a technology that helps your agents to make voice calls The post 15 Best VoIP Apps for Business: Enhance Communication and Cut Costs appeared first on .
- 21 Essential Customer Service Metrics for Success
Key Takeaways Tracking the right customer service metrics ensures improved support efficiency and customer satisfaction. Metrics like FCR, CSAT, and The post 21 Essential Customer Service Metrics for Success appeared first on .
- How to Repurpose Your Content With AI — Whiteboard Friday
Have you ever found the idea of repurposing content overwhelming? Maybe you just don’t know where to start when it comes to reaching new audiences with your existing content. In this episode of Whiteboard Friday, Caitlin walks us through how AI can help get you over that creative block and get started.
- How to Close the Gap Between SEO Recommendation and Execution
Struggling to turn SEO recommendations into results? Learn how clear communication and smart prioritization can bridge the gap and drive real impact.
- Optimizing for AI Overviews — Whiteboard Friday
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.
- How To Find A Competitor's Keywords — Next Level
Discover how to find your competitor’s top-ranking keywords using Moz Pro and boost your SEO strategy with a strategic analysis of the search landscape.
- How I Grew SEOFOMO Into an Email Marketing Empire — Whiteboard Friday
The SEOFOMO newsletter grew to 36.6K subscribers in just 5 years, and now its creator is here to give you 7 tips to replicate her success. Join Aleyda Solis as she talks through what worked and what didn’t when launching her extremely successful set of email newsletters.
- I’ve Had It! We Need to Stop the Fearmongering and “SEO Is Dead” Narrative
Is SEO really dead or are fearmongers twisting data to fit their narrative? Chima Mmeje debunks myths and reveals what actually works to dominate search in 2025
- How Do You Explain the Value of SEO? — Whiteboard Friday
Most SEOs can say they’ve struggled to explain the value of their work at one time or another. Explore tactics to navigate the challenges of communicating the value of SEO to stakeholders in this episode of Whiteboard Friday. Join Bethan as they talk about how to align SEO metrics with business goals and navigate tough ROI conversations with confidence.
- How I Turned My Side Hustle Into A $1 Million SEO Freelance Consultancy
Description: Laid off with no safety net, I turned my SEO side hustle into a $1M+ freelance business. Learn how to find clients, set rates, and scale your SEO consultancy.
- 3 Unexpected Examples of Technical SEO Issues (And How to Resolve Them) — Whiteboard Friday
Discover three hidden technical SEO issues silently sabotaging your website! SEO expert Kristina Azarenko reveals how improper buttons, background images, and lazy loading prevent Google from crawling your content, plus actionable fixes to boost your site's visibility.
- Learning from your failures POV Customer Success
Customer success is a journey of continuous learning. Embrace failure, champion customer-centricity, and drive meaningful outcomes.
- The Most Important Plan in Customer Success? The “JOINT SUCCESS” Plan
Unlock collaborative success in Customer Success with the JOINT SUCCESS Plan. From impactful introductions to challenging conversations, this blueprint ensures every step contributes to client success.
- Relationship Building – A Critical CSM/KAM Skill
Dive into the core principles of customer success and key account management, unraveling the vital role of intentional relationship building for CSM and KAM in a tech-savvy, highly educated environment.
- Navigating the Future: A Dialogue on Strategic Partnership
Embark on a transformative journey with the SmartKarrot-Quint partnership, reshaping tech customer success. Discover the power of playbooks, bridging gaps, and unlocking a promising 2024.
- Omnichannel Strategies: Creating Consistent Customer Success Across All Platforms
Explore the transformative power of omnichannel strategies in today's business landscape, providing seamless customer experiences and unlocking new opportunities.
- Revolutionizing Customer Success in 2024: How AI is Changing the Game
Unlock the potential of AI's Predictive Analytics in Customer Success, foreseeing customer behavior for proactive strategies.
- Managing Customer Success teams
Dive into the challenges and opportunities of managing CS teams in APAC, exploring market-based organizational structures, skill set balance, and fostering a customer-centric mindset.
- Experts Reveal: The Art of Managing Key Customers
Dive into the world of strategic customer management, uncovering the art of success plans, relationship navigation, and impactful Quarterly Business Reviews.
- Complexity Overkill: Why it’s time to switch from conventional Project Management Tools to Digital Playbooks
Unleash productivity: Dive into the drawbacks of rigid project management tools and learn how digital playbooks empower teams with flexibility and simplicity.
- 16 Exceptional Benefits of Change Management and How to Implement Key Components
Photo Attribution: fatmawati achmad zaenuri/Shutterstock.com Most businesses probably realize that change is constant. The question is then, how can these changes be planned for and guided through as smoothly as possible. Well-planned change management strategies can help lower the possibility of difficulties and help bring about streamlined transitions. [More]
- 30 Excellent Customer Service Values with Examples and Strategies for Developing Your Own
Photo Attribution: eamesBot/Shutterstock.com At the center of outstanding customer service lie core values that guide interactions with customers and shape the overall service experience. [More]
- Comprehensive Guide to IT Redundancy and Why It is Essential
Photo Attribution: elenabsl/Shutterstock.com Most businesses today have become critically dependent on IT systems and their availability. Without systems to provide redundancy and backups, IT downtime could prove very expensive. Large organizations can be looking at costs of up to $1-5 million per hour in the event of system-wide outages. This doesn't include potential penalties or legal fees in case of data breach or otherwise. [More]
- Top 20 Customer Pain Points with Examples and Solutions
Photo Attribution: inspiring.team/Shutterstock.com Discovering and addressing customer pain points is essential for any business aiming to excel in customer satisfaction and retention. These pain points include the difficulties and frustrations customers encounter when engaging with products or services. These can directly influence their overall experience and perception of a brand. [More]
- CX Technology Fully Explained with 18 Innovative Examples
Photo Attribution: Grinbox/Shutterstock.com Customer expectations continue to change as technology changes. They expect more from businesses. But businesses have the opportunity to meet those demands, and set themselves apart from competitors. [More]
- 16 Innovative Ways to Use Blockchain in Customer Service
Photo Attribution: Tun_Thanakorn/Shutterstock.com Technology is shaping customer experiences and brand loyalty. As businesses strive to meet changing consumer expectations, blockchain technology emerges as a powerful tool to support this. [More]
- 15 Cutting-Edge Ideas for Improving Customer Service in 2024
Photo Attribution: Creativa Images/Shutterstock.com The world of customer service is constantly evolving, especially given modern technology. With this comes changing consumer expectations. Then, innovation becomes paramount. In 2024, technology, data, and customer-centric strategies converge to shape how organizations approach customer service. [More]
- The Complete Guide to Customer Service Knowledge Management
Photo Attribution: 365daysStudios/Shutterstock.com Customer Service Knowledge Management is essential to the smooth operation of any customer service, Customer Experience (CX), sales and account management teams. [More]
- Automated Self-Service: Fully Explained and 31 Best-Practice Do's and Don'ts
Photo Attribution: VectorMine/Shutterstock.com Automated Self-Service is quickly becoming necessary for streamlining support processes, enhancing efficiency, and empowering both end-users and support personnel. Unlike traditional support models which rely heavily on human intervention, it uses the latest technologies and predefined workflows to enable users to resolve issues, access resources, and perform tasks autonomously. [More]
- Business of Software Europe 2025: A Recap of Two Days of Insights and Connections
Cambridge delivered. And so did you. Last week, founders, product leaders, and software builders from across the globe gathered in the historic halls of Churchill College for two days of insight-packed talks, honest conversations, and the kind of community you don’t find just anywhere. BoS Europe 2025 wasn’t just a conference. It was a chance
- Two 7.5-Minute Big Ideas Not to Miss at BoS Europe 2025
Lightning talks are back at Business of Software Conference. They are fast, focused and packed with insights – sharp perspectives from experts, leaving you with actionable takeaways in just 7.5 minutes. At BoS Europe 2025, we’re featuring two standout applications that discusses some of the biggest challenges in leadership and product development. Meet Steve McLeod
- Beware the Scam: BoS Attendee List is NOT for Sale
At BoS, trust and meaningful connections are at the core of what we do. We have never and will never sell attendee, speaker or community contact details. Your information is private, and we keep it that way. If you ever receive a message claiming otherwise, it’s simply not true. Red Flags to Watch Out For
- No One Talks About the Messy Middle – We Do
The messy middle is where real progress happens, tough decisions are made, and leaders are forged. At this year’s Business of Software Conference Europe, we’re discussing frameworks, strategies, and lessons that help you push through uncertainty and come out stronger. Here’s the full schedule and flow for two days of action-packed learning on 31 March
- The Conference That Will Change How You Think About Running a Business
Twice a year, the Business of Software Conference brings together some of the sharpest minds in software, product, and entrepreneurship. But this isn’t just another conference, it’s a place where your assumptions get challenged, your ideas get stretched, and you walk away seeing things in a whole new light. Next in-person conference: BoS Europe 2025
- The Power of BoS Connections
At Business of Software (BoS), we believe conferences are about building relationships that lead to significant change, not just for insightful conversations. Over the years we have received many accounts of guests who met at BoS and went on to collaborate and create amazing things. Mark Stephens and Chika Emebo from IDR Solutions, loyal participants
- Prioritizing Without Losing Your Mind
You’ve done a mountain of customer research. There’s a million ways the customer is struggling, and discovery and shaping have helped you define the possibilities. But now you’re stuck with the big question: How do you make sensible decisions about what to do when you have too much information? This is where Ryan Singer comes
- Is Your Growth Hiding a Ticking Bomb?
What if the growth you’re seeing isn’t as healthy as it seems? Could there be a ticking bomb in your metrics? Are you sure that your users are truly activated, or are they just going through the motions? These questions are at the core of Diego de Jódar’s talk at BoS Europe 2025. Why User
- Everything You Know About Building a Software Company Is Wrong
What if everything you thought you knew about building a software company was wrong? What if staying small could be more profitable than scaling?What if traditional hiring practices were holding you back?What if ignoring “best practices” led to your biggest breakthroughs? Mark Stephens, Founder of IDRsolutions, has spent 25 years questioning the rules of software
- Strategies for Prioritizing Retention in an Acquisition-Focused Sales Environment
Acquiring new customers is a critical driver of growth and revenue. Marketing and sales teams are structured to generate leads and close deals, keeping the pipeline flowing and ensuring a steady stream of new business. However, too much focus on acquisition can eclipse retaining your existing customers, which is important for efficient growth. Think of
- Chargebee Tops the Charts: Leading 39 Subscription Categories in G2’s Fall 2024 Report
We are proud to share that Chargebee has secured the #1 spot in 39 subscription categories and earned 57 badges in G2’s Fall 2024 reports. This achievement follows our recent recognition as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Recurring Billing Applications further highlighting our strong partnership with our customers and the shared
- Accrued Income as a Current Asset: Understanding Revenue Accrual
Introduction to the concept of accrued income and its significance Accrued income is a fundamental concept in accounting that represents revenue earned but not yet received. This concept is crucial for businesses operating on an accrual basis, as it ensures income is recognized in the period it is earned, rather than when payment is received.
- How Web Hosting Companies Can Drive Growth with Smart Subscriptions
Web hosting market revenue is expected to triple by 2028 but staying competitive requires more than just delivering reliable service. To capitalize on this potential, web hosting companies must embrace innovative strategies that strengthen their bottom line and forge deeper connections with their customers and partners. Subscription models are a familiar concept for web hosting
- The Power of Pause to Retain Subscribers
The ability to pause a subscription offers numerous benefits, including increased customer satisfaction and decreased churn. Chargebee Retention enables you to implement this valuable feature quickly and easily, providing immediate time to value and ensuring a customer-centric approach that aligns with the needs and preferences of today’s consumers. Leveraging the pause option can reduce churn,
- Consumption-Based Pricing: A Strategic Advantage or Hidden Risk?
SaaS pricing is always changing, shaped by events like the pandemic, the growing influence of AI, and evolving customer needs. In the past, companies relied on predictable pricing models like flat subscription fees or seat-based charges. These methods were straightforward and easy to manage. Then, usage-based pricing started making waves. By charging based on how
- 5 Pricing & Packaging Lessons from Phrase’s Growth Journey
In the competitive world of SaaS, pricing and packaging can make or break a company’s growth trajectory. Phrase, a leader in AI-led translation and localization technology, discovered this firsthand. Its journey offers valuable insights for subscription-based businesses looking to scale. The Phrase Success Story Phrase enables companies of all sizes to manage translation and localization
- Chargebee expands in Europe with new Dublin office
We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new office in Dublin, marking a significant milestone in Chargebee’s European expansion. As a leader in subscription billing and revenue growth management, we continue to enhance our presence across Europe, and Dublin’s vibrant tech scene makes it the perfect hub for this growth. With an existing
- Home Sweet Home, Simplified: HomeToGo’s Swift Integration with Chargebee Redefines Rental Subscription
HomeToGo, the world’s largest marketplace for vacation rentals, faced a significant challenge when acquiring a new business that required quickly adding subscription service capabilities. With a tight nine-month timeline for full integration, HomeToGo needed an agile partner to help it navigate this new territory. “We had to add a completely new tech capability and revenue
- Improved Conversion Tracking dashboard on Crazy Egg
We’ve redesigned the Conversions report in Crazy Egg, making it easier to understand where conversion activity is coming from on your website. A Conversion is... The post Improved Conversion Tracking dashboard on Crazy Egg appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- How To Measure and Improve Customer Value Optimization
Customer value optimization (CVO) turns traffic into profit. It’s not about getting more clicks — it’s about getting more from every customer. CVO turns casual... The post How To Measure and Improve Customer Value Optimization appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- Hidden Keywords Are Back (and Still a Terrible Idea)
“Hidden keywords” used to be one of the most blatant black hat SEO tricks: stuffing content behind the scenes to manipulate search engines. For a... The post Hidden Keywords Are Back (and Still a Terrible Idea) appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- Micro Conversions: What They Are and How to Use Them
A micro conversion is a small step a user takes on the journey toward making a bigger decision, like signing up, subscribing, or making a... The post Micro Conversions: What They Are and How to Use Them appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- The 6 Best Fonts for Websites That Always Look Great
There are limitless fonts to choose from when you’re designing a website, but they’re not all suited for website use. Pay attention to these five... The post The 6 Best Fonts for Websites That Always Look Great appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- 7 Free Keyword Research Tools (The Best of the Best)
A free keyword research tool is a platform, app, or website that allows you to search competitive keywords for free. Keywords (also known as search... The post 7 Free Keyword Research Tools (The Best of the Best) appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- The Bar for High Quality Content has Changed
Quality content exists on a spectrum. It’s grounded in your products or services’ context, your target audience, and your business goals. What once was considered... The post The Bar for High Quality Content has Changed appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- Building a Personal Brand Isn’t Optional Anymore—Here’s Why
Let’s face it, most of what we see online today feels impersonal, mediocre, and robotic thanks to the rise of AI. Most content is subsumed... The post Building a Personal Brand Isn’t Optional Anymore—Here’s Why appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- What Is a Good Conversion Rate and How Do We Hit It?
Everybody wants to know the benchmarks. What’s a good conversion rate for our business? What range should we be in? The data is out there.... The post What Is a Good Conversion Rate and How Do We Hit It? appeared first on The Daily Egg.
- SaaS management, M&A, and AI: Our time on theCUBE with Rentokil Initial CIO
Rentokil Initial's CIO discusses using BetterCloud to streamline SaaS management during M&A, like how they managed large-scale integrations.
- Know the hidden risks of shadow IT and its impact on your SaaS stack
Shadow IT in the SaaS stack is dangerous. Learn how hidden risks of shadow IT impact finance, operations, security, and compliance, as well as how to limit them.
- Product tip Tuesday: Automating password resets
Tired of endless password reset requests? Learn how automating with BetterCloud can free your IT team, enhance security, and save time.
- Waste note, want not: How reclaiming software licenses boosts your bottom line
Stop wasting money on unused software licenses. Learn how to reclaim hidden assets, cut costs, and improve IT efficiency with usage monitoring.
- Is your company one exposed file away from a security disaster?
Don't underestimate the risk of a single exposed file. Learn how to gain visibility and control over your company's shared data with BetterCloud.
- BetterCloud remains #1 in G2 2025 spring report
BetterCloud #1 in G2's SaaS Operations Management (20th quarter!). Leader in 140+ reports, new features like license reclamation.
- SaaS operations management guide
Tame SaaS chaos! Learn effective SaaS operations management: discovery, optimization, security, & automation. Master the SaaS lifecycle and boost efficiency.
- 5 Reasons organizations need to prioritize privacy
Let’s talk privacy. Living in a SaaS-driven world, data is flying around like never before. Personal data, business data – it’s all out there, and if it gets breached, we’re all in for a world of hurt. Reputational damage? Check. Financial penalties? Double check. So here are 5 reasons why prioritizing privacy in your SaaS…
- Smart SaaS budgeting: Refine your spend strategy for 2025
Feeling overwhelmed by software subscriptions? Learn how to create a smart SaaS budget and make your tech stack work for you. This guide covers budgeting steps, common mistakes to avoid, and how BetterCloud can simplify the process.
- CRMs Failed Them, So Atlas Fiduciary Automated Their Way to Success
Discover how Atlas Fiduciary Financial used Process Street to automate workflows, reduce errors by 85%, and boost compliance and efficiency. The post CRMs Failed Them, So Atlas Fiduciary Automated Their Way to Success first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- From 1 Week to 1 Day: 1818 Venture Capital’s New Spin on Intern Onboarding
Managing investments in tech startups demands precision. With a portfolio spanning 30 companies, including notable investments like Currensea, Willo, and Sidekick, and 12 successful exits under its belt, 1818 Venture Capital (eighteen-eighteen) was no stranger to pressure. Behind the scenes, their intern onboarding workflows were growing increasingly complex. Relying on lengthy email chains, scattered documents, The post From 1 Week to 1 Day: 1818 Venture Capital’s New Spin on Intern Onboarding first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- Setting Expectations: The Key to a Successful Employee Onboarding Experience with Caroline Yost
Onboarding isn’t just about introductions and paperwork—it’s about ensuring new hires feel equipped and engaged from day one. In this episode of the Employee Onboarding Podcast, Erin Rice speaks with HR expert Caroline Yost about the one thing most onboarding processes get wrong: a lack of clear expectations. The post Setting Expectations: The Key to a Successful Employee Onboarding Experience with Caroline Yost first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- The Secret to Meaningful Employee Onboarding with Jen Bergren
In this episode of the Employee Onboarding Podcast, Jen shares insights from her research and experience on why successful onboarding is about fostering relationships, confidence, and belonging from day one. The post The Secret to Meaningful Employee Onboarding with Jen Bergren first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- The Hidden Connection Between Onboarding & Your Bottom Line with Megan Weizel
Onboarding isn’t just an HR process. It’s the foundation for business growth. From creating white-glove candidate experiences to aligning stakeholders early, Megan Weizel, Managing Partner and Career Strategist at Salmela, shares actionable strategies that will change how you think about recruiting, onboarding, and keeping top talent. The post The Hidden Connection Between Onboarding & Your Bottom Line with Megan Weizel first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- Beyond Day One: Creating an Onboarding Experience That Sticks with Victoria Cooke
Victoria Cooke’s path to HR wasn’t typical—and that’s exactly why her insights stand out. A former large-scale event planner, Victoria now sees onboarding as an experience to be designed, not a box-ticking exercise. As Manager of People and Culture at Happy Money, she joined Erin Rice on the Employee Onboarding Podcast to share her secrets for creating authentic, high-impact onboarding processes. Victoria’s event-planning background gives her a unique edge. She spots overlooked moments in onboarding that build trust and engage employees from the start. Her approach? A blend of empathy, creativity, and simplicity—crafted to make onboarding both human and memorable. The post Beyond Day One: Creating an Onboarding Experience That Sticks with Victoria Cooke first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- How Salesforce & Process Street Nailed Client Onboarding at Scale
Client onboarding is key to customer success, but scaling it across global teams is a challenge. Salesforce, a worldwide SaaS leader with 49,000+ employees, solved this by using Process Street to standardize and automate its onboarding process. Challenge: Scaling Client Onboarding Without Losing Quality With customers across industries and regions, Salesforce needed to: On top The post How Salesforce & Process Street Nailed Client Onboarding at Scale first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- Procurement Compliance Made Easy for Canadian Government
A major Canadian government department, known for its focus on innovation and research, faced significant challenges in managing procurement processes. With increasing scrutiny on public spending and procurement compliance following the high-profile controversy surrounding the ArriveCAN app, this department prioritized improving efficiency, transparency, and adherence to regulations. Leveraging Process Street’s compliance-centric project management platform, the The post Procurement Compliance Made Easy for Canadian Government first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- How Hustle Fund Saves $150,000/year with Process Street
How Hustle Fund Mastered Operational Efficiency Hustle Fund is a venture capital firm that invests in early-stage startups, particularly at the pre-seed and seed stages. Founded by experienced entrepreneurs and investors Elizabeth Yin and Eric Bahn, Hustle Fund focuses on backing founders who demonstrate hustle and grit. They have invested in over 500 companies across The post How Hustle Fund Saves $150,000/year with Process Street first appeared on Process Street | Process & Project Management Software.
- GRRumbling About Retention Metrics, or, Pitfalls in Measuring SaaS Churn
Revenue retention – whether Gross Revenue Retention (GRR) or Net Revenue Retention (NRR) – is the most prominent SaaS-specific metric in our industry. At its best, retention can quickly paint a picture of the health of a SaaS company and give a useful view of both relative and absolute performance. A major goal with SaaS retention calculations is for you and outside stakeholders to be able to compare your performance meaningfully with other comparables. The post GRRumbling About Retention Metrics, or, Pitfalls in Measuring SaaS Churn appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- 2025 Spending Benchmarks for Private B2B SaaS Companies
How much do SaaS companies spend on customer support or marketing? In day-to-day SaaS company operations, questions like the above are common. So, we asked survey takers what percentage of revenue is spent on cost of goods sold, customer support/success, selling costs, marketing costs, research & development, and general and administrative. This post summarizes the benchmarking data. The post 2025 Spending Benchmarks for Private B2B SaaS Companies appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- SaaS Capital AI Update for 2025 Q1
Each February SaaS Capital's annual survey of private B2B SaaS companies attracts more than a thousand responses. Respondents are typically CEOs, CFOs, or key execs. For 2025, we added a few questions about how companies are actually using AI. There was a striking result in AI usage based on the size of the company. Small and bigger companies are approaching AI very differently, in a “barbell” effect where smaller companies have a more extreme approach. The post SaaS Capital AI Update for 2025 Q1 appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- Interest Rates: More to Know Than Just the Headline Number
While private rates in the mid-to-high teens remain elevated compared to the past decade-plus, they are in line with rates for sector peers in the public market. Moreover, from a borrower’s perspective, these rates may actually be considered relatively attractive when one accounts for current US Treasury rates. The post Interest Rates: More to Know Than Just the Headline Number appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- 2025 Private SaaS Company Valuations
The SaaS Capital Index™ stands at 7.0 times current run-rate annualized revenue. Data for bootstrapped companies yields a predicted private SaaS company valuation multiple of 4.8x while data for equity-backed companies yields a predicted valuation multiple of 5.3x. The post 2025 Private SaaS Company Valuations appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- How to have a 95% Gross Revenue Retention Selling SaaS to Small Businesses
The article examines the methodology behind ServiceTitan's reported 95% gross revenue retention (GRR) in its IPO documentation, noting that the approach excludes downsells and only accounts for complete churns, which can result in a higher GRR figure. While the 95% figure is impressive, the analysis suggests that a more typical annualized GRR for small businesses in the building trades would likely be lower, aligning with industry norms. The post How to have a 95% Gross Revenue Retention Selling SaaS to Small Businesses appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- What is the Average Deal Size for Private SaaS Companies?
Due to their compliance reporting requirements, there is plenty of data available about public SaaS companies. However, due to the size and funding of those companies, their metrics are typically not a good benchmarking metric for smaller, private SaaS companies. In order to provide peer-based benchmarking, SaaS Capital conducts a survey of private, B2B SaaS company metrics in the first quarter of each year. This post summarizes benchmarking data around the topic of Annual Contract Value (ACV). The post What is the Average Deal Size for Private SaaS Companies? appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- What Should a SaaS Income Statement Look Like in 2025?
A SaaS Profit & Loss (P&L) statement needs to be organized in order to be meaningful to both internal stakeholders and potential external partners, such as capital providers. As the SaaS business model has evolved, it is worth examining what an income statement should look like in 2025. The post What Should a SaaS Income Statement Look Like in 2025? appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- 2024 Revenue Per Employee Benchmarks for Private SaaS Companies
A common metric by which SaaS companies track their performance is annual recurring revenue (ARR) per employee. This 2024 update explores the median ARR per employee broken down by company size and funding type, equity-backed or bootstrapped. The post 2024 Revenue Per Employee Benchmarks for Private SaaS Companies appeared first on SaaS Capital.
- Change Management and Selling Hope Along The Way
Let’s say you’re a CEO leading your startup’s migration from mid-market to enterprise. To do that, you’ve hopefully already done the following: That’s awesome. You’re doing it by the book. So what did you forget to do? Particularly when getting … Continue reading → The post Change Management and Selling Hope Along The Way appeared first on Kellblog.
- Transitioning from Founder-Led Sales: The “We Need More Schmedleys” Problem
I remember how silly the board looked that day. Reviewing the slide with performance by salesrep, an alpha board member impatiently shouted the seemingly obvious conclusion: “Look, only one rep — Joe Schmedley — is performing. Everyone else is struggling. … Continue reading → The post Transitioning from Founder-Led Sales: The “We Need More Schmedleys” Problem appeared first on Kellblog.
- How to Calculate Cost Per Opportunity
My marketing professor once said, The answer to every marketing question is, “It depends.” Thus, the important part is knowing on what. So, how do you calculate the cost/opportunity? Well, it depends! On what? On the specific question you’re trying … Continue reading → The post How to Calculate Cost Per Opportunity appeared first on Kellblog.
- My Fourth Appearance on AI and The Future of Work
This is a quick post to announce my latest appearance on Dan Turchin’s AI and The Future of Work podcast. Dan, the founder/CEO of PeopleReign, has been doing AI since long before it was cool and, to give you an … Continue reading → The post My Fourth Appearance on AI and The Future of Work appeared first on Kellblog.
- Think of Demandgen Like Any Other Sales Support Resource
Why is it that when we want to add an account executive (AE) to the plan, we always think about some ratios but not others? For example, most people think: Boom! Then we’re going to need: With the chosen ratios … Continue reading → The post Think of Demandgen Like Any Other Sales Support Resource appeared first on Kellblog.
- How to Build a Regulatory SaaS with Broad Applications
The regulatory landscape is a maze of evolving requirements, tight deadlines and intricate state and federal mandates. For companies operating in regulated industries — whether in healthcare, insurance or finance — compliance isn’t just a box to check. It’s an essential part of doing business. However, the process can be time-consuming and prone to errors, The post How to Build a Regulatory SaaS with Broad Applications appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- Accelerating Time to Revenue in 2025: Why Most Fail
With Q1 well underway, businesses are now deep into executing their 2025 plans. For many CEOs and Boards, the priority this year is clear: reducing time to market and accelerating revenue generation. What Does Accelerating Time to Revenue Mean? From conversations with executives, there are various ways to define this: Broadly, these can be categorized The post Accelerating Time to Revenue in 2025: Why Most Fail appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- Workday’s Barbara Larson on Finance, SaaS & Employee Power
Workday‘s chief financial officer, Barbara Larson, knows a thing or two about what it takes to grow a successful SaaS business. With a broad finance background, she’s also got a technology edge to her. Combining her love for numbers and technology has paid off and its undoubtedly benefitted Workday. “Finance is something I was always The post Workday’s Barbara Larson on Finance, SaaS & Employee Power appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- SaaS Events Review: SuperReturn North America
Today’s Connections Shape Tomorrow’s investments SuperReturn North America 2024, one of the premier private equity and venture capital conferences in North America, was held from November 12-13, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square, New York City. The event attracted over 900 attendees, including 300 Limited Partners (LPs) and 450 General Partners (GPs), and The post SaaS Events Review: SuperReturn North America appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- How Generative AI Disrupts SaaS
Remember when software-as-a-service (SaaS) was the Next Big Thing? In the event, it took more than four years for SaaS to reach a 2 percent market share in the global enterprise software market. The current Big Thing, generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) reached that level in about a year. Looking ahead, gen AI is primed The post How Generative AI Disrupts SaaS appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- Top 5 No-Code Platforms to Supercharge AI Automations
Looking to introduce powerful AI automations to your stack, but don’t have the right coding skills? Luckily, advancements in AI bring top-tier solutions that help you create your platforms faster. These are our top picks for no-code platforms that will have you building in minutes: Top 5 No-Code Platforms Make This platform allows seamless data The post Top 5 No-Code Platforms to Supercharge AI Automations appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- How Rob Walling Created a Thriving SaaS Community with MicroConf
When Rob Walling made his first foray into the SaaS universe, SaaS enthusiasts were on their own. In 2005, when Walling started blogging about SaaS and startup-building with a friend, he wasn’t sure exactly who he was writing for or whether anyone would care. But he was gratified to find that not only were people The post How Rob Walling Created a Thriving SaaS Community with MicroConf appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- Adam Tzagournis: The Future of (Financial) Modeling
Financial models are an important way of predicting a company’s future performance. By identifying key business drivers and making assumptions about how they will develop, you can create a picture of future revenues, expenses and more. While this may seem like a simple enough exercise, many business owners and CEOs struggle to create useful financial models. To better understand how to create good financial models, The post Adam Tzagournis: The Future of (Financial) Modeling appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- Fail-Safe Cybersecurity: 3 SaaS Tips for Outage-Resistance
CrowdStrike—an $83 billion cybersecurity giant—caused one of the largest Windows outages the world has seen in years last July. Ironically, the company known for protecting Windows machines ended up taking down a huge number of them with a faulty update. This wasn’t a small blip—it was a reminder of just how much the world still The post Fail-Safe Cybersecurity: 3 SaaS Tips for Outage-Resistance appeared first on SaaS Mag.
- SaaS Web Design Agencies you can work with in 2024
List of SaaS Web Design Agencies Choosing the right web design agency can make a significant impact on your business’s online success. For SaaS companies, finding an agency that understands the nuances of your industry is crucial. The following list highlights the best SaaS web design agencies for 2024, each offering unique skills and services. The post SaaS Web Design Agencies you can work with in 2024 appeared first on UserActive.
- 10 Best SaaS Design Agencies In 2024
List of top 10 SaaS Design Agencies This article provides you with a list of top 10 SaaS Design Agencies you should know in 2024. If you’re involved in the world of SaaS and you’re not familiar with these agencies yet, you should be! Among these 10 SaaS design agencies, you’ll find everything you need The post 10 Best SaaS Design Agencies In 2024 appeared first on UserActive.
- Increasing SaaS Sign Ups And Conversions With A UI Redesign
Peter spoke with John Wright, Co-founder of StatsDrone. StatsDrone is a B2B data analytics software tailored for the affiliate marketing sector, automating sales and commission tracking for webmasters while centralizing their data. John shared with Peter: The significant impact of redesigning StatsDrone on user perception and business growth, resulting in improved conversion rates and increased The post Increasing SaaS Sign Ups And Conversions With A UI Redesign appeared first on UserActive.
- 3 Pivotal Moments Bootstrapping To $2M ARR
Peter spoke with Justin Gerena, Co-Founder of SiteSwan. SiteSwan enables agencies, publishers, designers, and entrepreneurs to effortlessly create professional websites for small businesses within minutes, without the need for coding or technical skills. During their conversation, Justin discussed: Defining the Ideal Customer Profile (ICP). Harnessing the power of sales tracking to leverage data for business The post 3 Pivotal Moments Bootstrapping To $2M ARR appeared first on UserActive.
- From UX Designer To SaaS Founder
Peter interviewed Gaurabh Mathure, Co-Founder of Tydy. Tydy, an Employee Data Platform, simplifies employee data and document management. It streamlines processes across HR, IT, and Vendor apps, ensuring a seamless, personalized experience for employees from onboarding to offboarding. Gaurabh discussed with Peter: Tydy’s role in streamlining data for an enhanced employee experience. His UX design The post From UX Designer To SaaS Founder appeared first on UserActive.
- Introduction To The SaaSiest Community
A few weeks ago, Peter talked to Thomas Sjöberg & Daniel Nackovski, the Co-Founders of SaaSiest. SaaSiest is a community-driven initiative aimed at fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange to empower European B2B SaaS professionals and companies. In this interview they share: Their experiences as co-founders of SaaSiest and their extensive roles in the SaaS industry. How the The post Introduction To The SaaSiest Community appeared first on UserActive.
- Creating Opportunities With SaaS Acquisitions
Peter spoke with Jarno van der Linden, Co-Founder of Wezoo. Wezoo is the ultimate flexible workspace solution, offering no subscriptions, on-demand access, and pay-per-use working. Expect to hear: The strategic focus on the supply side before addressing the buy side as a key to their success. Acquisitions have enhanced their technology and scalability in the The post Creating Opportunities With SaaS Acquisitions appeared first on UserActive.
- Why Your SaaS Needs a Product Design Agency
Introduction The success of a SaaS product is, in big part, determined by its design. An expert product design agency brings a unique blend of creativity, technical knowledged, and user empathy to the table, qualities that are key in designing SaaS products that stand out. Let’s look at why a product design agency is not The post Why Your SaaS Needs a Product Design Agency appeared first on UserActive.
- How a Product Design Agency Can Help Scale your SaaS
In the world of SaaS, scalability is not just a goal but a necessity for success. As SaaS products look to grow their user base and expand their service offerings, the role of product design becomes increasingly important. Product design agencies, with their specialized expertise and creativity, play a key role in this scenario, helping The post How a Product Design Agency Can Help Scale your SaaS appeared first on UserActive.