1. Skills acquisition. You can learn most of what you need on the fly but the two non-negotiable skills are product development and marketing. You have to know how to build a quality product and you have to know how to get it in front of people.2. Get a founding team....
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Winning/Losing with AI
Let's talk about the difference between startups that will win using AI and companies that will lose using AI. 1) You will lose using AI if you're simply improving upon current limitations. If part of your IP is extending context length or building out a serial...
Playing the long game: for the right reasons.
I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer on December 2023, two months after I sold ServiceMonster. I’m now forty-nine years old and still fighting for the long game helping other SaaS founders avoid the mistake I have made.
Founder’s Journey: From minimum wage to successful SaaS exit
I’ve been in a handful of conversations lately which start in much the same way; What’s your story? I find myself the protagonist in a marvelous novel. This is my revised, much shorter founder story – and the two most valuable lessons I can share.
Inventing SaaS – ServiceMonster Part one
Part one of the ServiceMonster journey uncovers the company’s bootstrapped rise in the SaaS world, fueled by $500K and unwavering grit. Navigate through early struggles, formation of a killer team, and the pivotal choices that led to a lucrative exit. A must-read for entrepreneurs seeking valuable lessons in resilience and SaaS innovation.
Top 5 Go-to-Market SaaS Strategies
Unlock the secrets to exponential growth in the SaaS industry with these 5 go-to-market strategies. From Freemium to SaaS Marketplaces, discover how to maximize your reach and build scalable success. Dive in for decades-worth of insights and actionable advice.
Igniting SaaS Success: Purpose Over Profit
Explore the journey from chasing quick profits to building a lasting SaaS venture through passion and problem-solving. Discover how a problem-centric approach not only ignites success but also fosters sustainable growth, authentic value creation, and meaningful connections with customers.
What is AIaaS
Explore the rapid evolution of AI tech and the emergence of AI as a Service (AIaaS). This paradigm shift is poised to disrupt industries, offering new opportunities for startups like Stead Port AI. However, high demand and premium pricing from tech giants could sideline small businesses. Uncover why AIaaS is more than a trend—it’s the future.
Raising SaaS Capital: What Angel Investors Look For
Discover what seasoned angel investor looks for when investing in a SaaS startup. Key focus areas include leadership quality, market potential, product competency, and financial health. Learn how to make your startup investment-ready by understanding the critical metrics and factors that influence investor decisions. A must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs in the SaaS space.