Episode 704 | Landing Pages, Buying a SaaS, the Right Tech Stack, and More Listener Questions

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Mar 12, 2024

Dive into the intricacies of entrepreneurship with insights on buying a SaaS and navigating acquisitions. Discover how to validate ideas through landing pages and learn the importance of a well-chosen tech stack. Rob shares his thoughts on the passion needed for success and the balance of messaging in marketing strategies. He encourages new founders to engage with customers for iterative growth, all while exploring the ups and downs of stepping away from the security of a day job.

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ADVICE

Avoid Outlier Comparisons

Avoid comparing your startup to massive successes like Apple or Basecamp.
Their circumstances and luck aren't replicable for most.

INSIGHT

Basecamp's Unique Position

Basecamp's founders can express unconventional opinions because of their unique success.
Their methods may not apply to other businesses.

ADVICE

Seek Motivational Environments

Attend MicroConf for motivation and connection with like-minded entrepreneurs.
Surround yourself with people taking action and building real businesses.

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In episode 704, join Rob Walling for another solo adventure where he answers listener questions. He weighs in on buying a SaaS, how to validate ideas using landing pages, and what tech stack to choose. Rob also provides guidance for those considering leaving their comfortable day jobs in favor of being a founder.

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Topics we cover:

4:00 – Comparing your business to successful outliers
9:50 – Exploring business outside of a comfortable day job
15:45 – Early access landing pages prior to development
20:00 – How do you vet SaaS businesses that you are trying to acquire?
27:16 – Evaluating a seller’s intentions
29:50 – Choosing a tech stack for your SaaS

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