PRODUCTEA with Leah, Growth & Senior Leadership

92: Kris Rudeegraap - New Marketing Channels for 2025 and Product-Led Sales

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Jan 26, 2025
Kris Rudeegraap, Co-CEO of Sendoso and expert in B2B marketing, discusses the company's transformation from sales-led to product-led growth. He highlights the rising importance of underutilized marketing channels like direct mail and gifting, emphasizing their effectiveness in 2025. Rudeegraap also explores the role of personal branding in navigating the crowded digital landscape, addressing how AI is reshaping customer interactions and content strategies. He underscores the need for a balanced approach to growth for sustainable business success.
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INSIGHT

Sendoso's Journey

  • Sendoso initially adopted a sales-led approach to evangelize their new category.
  • Later, they recognized the need for product-led growth to combat competition and pricing pressures.
ANECDOTE

Going Rogue with PLG

  • Kris Rudeegraap built Sendoso's PLG product on a separate codebase without full team buy-in.
  • This created integration challenges and ultimately required a rebuild, highlighting the importance of team alignment.
ADVICE

Embrace Cannibalization

  • Be prepared for cannibalization and churn when transitioning to a new product or strategy.
  • Focus on long-term gains, even if it means short-term losses.
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