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SaaS Origin Stories

SaaS Origin Stories: Season Finale

Jul 13, 2023
53:40

In this special episode of SaaS Origin Stories, Phil brings you the season finale of the season. Dan Martell, Mark Stouse, Dani Grant, Brandon Metcalf, Ajay Goel, Geoff Roberts, Chris Frantz, Rand Fishkin, Jason Radisson, and Rex Kurzius share their experiences and insights on various topics in the startup world. They discuss their journeys as founders, the challenges they faced, and the strategies they used to build successful companies. They also touch on topics such as fundraising, product development, marketing strategies, and the importance of understanding the needs of your target audience. They provide valuable insights and advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

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Topics we cover:

  • [01:23] - From Coding to Reading: Dan Martell's Journey of Self-Driven Education
  • [05:37] - Mark Stouse discusses the Origin, Development, and Unique Funding Approach of Proof Analytics
  • [09:59] - Dani Grant's Insights: Transition from VC to Founder and Navigating Fundraising
  • [14:40] - Brandon Metcalf's Journey: From Staffing to SaaS Funding and Mastering Salesforce
  • [19:47] - Ajay Goel on Building GMass, and Navigating Operational Costs and Monetization
  • [24:22] - Geoff Roberts on the Journey of Outseta: Part-time Beginnings, Bootstrapping Over VC Funding, and Leveraging Unique Marketing Strategies
  • [29:50] - Chris Frantz discusses the Art of Software Craftsmanship, Early Fundraising, and Building Loops from Scratch to Simplicity
  • [34:35] - Independent Pathways and Rigorous Research: Rand Fishkin's Journey to Build SparkToro
  • [41:11] - Jason Radisson’s Insights: Building a Tech-Enabled Business from Ground Up
  • [47:40] - Identifying and Solving Market Problems: Rex Kurzius on Asset Management Evolution

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