Startups For the Rest of Us

Episode 762 | Doing Great Work, Hierarchy of SaaS Skills, and Public Deadlines (A Rob Solo Adventure)

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Mar 4, 2025
Explore the intriguing dynamics of public deadlines for startup founders and whether they serve as a boost or a burden. Dive into the essence of 'Doing Great Work' and the vital steps for crafting impactful SaaS businesses. Uncover the hierarchy of skills crucial for navigating the ever-evolving SaaS landscape, emphasizing marketing, product development, and team management. Hear personal anecdotes on the challenges of committing to feature releases while maintaining project rigor. A thought-provoking dialogue perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs!
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ADVICE

Doing Great Work

  • Decide what you want to work on.
  • Learn enough about it to reach the frontiers of knowledge, then notice the gaps.
ANECDOTE

Drip's Pivot

  • Rob Walling built Drip because he saw gaps in email marketing.
  • He later pivoted to marketing automation after discovering a larger market gap.
INSIGHT

SaaS Skill Hierarchy

  • Marketing/sales is the most crucial skill for SaaS success.
  • Product understanding comes second, followed by engineering, then hiring/managing.
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