
 The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors SaaStr 747: Top 10 GTM Mistakes Founders Make Again … and Again with SaaStr's CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin
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 Jul 5, 2024  Saastr CEO and Founder, Jason Lemkin, discusses the top 10 GTM mistakes founders make repeatedly. Topics include hiring competent VPs of Sales and Marketing, the importance of Founder involvement in sales, avoiding budget cuts in marketing, utilizing AI effectively, prioritizing growth, and being cautious in hiring decisions. Lemkin emphasizes the significance of building a strong pipeline, avoiding logo-based hiring errors, and not compromising on true customer success. 
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Demo Before Hiring
- Never hire a VP of Sales who won't sell or demo the product.
 - Make them give you a demo before they start, no exceptions.
 
VPs Must Sell
- Always make your VP of Sales carry a bag and sell themselves, especially now.
 - If they hesitate or make excuses, they're not the right fit.
 
Demand Gen Focused Marketing
- Hire a VP of Marketing who can generate leads, not just brand awareness.
 - Look for "demand gen" experience, not "product marketing" or "brand expert" backgrounds.
 

