
 The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors
 The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors SaaStr 655: SaaStr CRO Confidential: Howard Lerman, Founder & CEO @ Roam On Roam's Unconventional Approach for Acquiring Their Early Customers
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 Apr 28, 2023  AI Snips 
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Rome's Origin
- Howard Lerman started Rome the day after leaving Yext.
- The idea for Rome stemmed from the pandemic's impact on workplace productivity and connection.
Be Your Own Customer
- Founders should use their own products extensively.
- This ensures high personal standards and helps identify valuable features.
Organic Growth & Experimentation
- Rome's early customer acquisition was largely organic, driven by word-of-mouth.
- Experimentation is key to discovering what resonates with potential users.
