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Retain: The Customer Retention Podcast

The Value of Letting Go of Customers with Rand Fishkin, Co-Founder of SparkToro

Jan 9, 2024
Rand Fishkin, Co-Founder of SparkToro challenges the obsession with customer retention, discussing the value of letting go of customers. They also talk about starting a company, lessons in marketing, the importance of customer retention for startups, lightning round questions, and life advice from a friend.
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Quick takeaways

  • Selling one's first company, even for a smaller amount, can provide financial security and open doors for future opportunities.
  • Retention is not the only path to success in business; exploring underserved spaces and offering value can be a valuable approach.

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The Importance of Selling the First Company

The speaker highlights the significance of selling one's first company, even if it's not for a large amount of money. They emphasize that having a life-changing amount of money from the first sale can create financial security and open opportunities for future ventures.

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