

CHURN FM
Andrew Michael
CHURN FM is the podcast for subscription economy pros. Every Wednesday we hear how the world’s fastest growing companies are tackling churn and using retention & engagement to fuel their growth.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 36min
E248 | How Anti-Retention Metrics and Next Best Actions Boost Retention with Martin Gonto
Today on the show we have Martin Gonto, the Co-Founder and GTM advisor of HyperGrowth Partners and interim CMO at Vercel.In this episode, Gonto shares his experience in identifying and leveraging anti-retention metrics to optimize product strategies.We then discussed the concept of next best actions and how these strategic steps can significantly enhance user retention.We wrapped up by exploring practical examples from Gonto's work with various companies, highlighting actionable insights for startup growth.Mentioned Resources:HyperGrowth PartnersDeepgramAshbyRetoolAuth0VercelVueCursorGitHubCoPilotSiriusChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

May 29, 2024 • 44min
E247 | Mastering Mobile Retention: Insights from SoundCloud and VSCO with Andy Carvell from Phiture
Today on the show we have Andy Carvell, CEO and Co-Founder of Phiture.In this episode, Andy shares the framework Phiture uses to increase mobile app retention, drawing from his extensive work with companies like SoundCloud and VSCO.We discussed the future of mobile app interactions, including the potential of voice interfaces, AI, and wearable technology, and how these innovations fit into future growth strategies for mobile.We wrapped up by diving into the importance of having a solid data tracking plan and Andy shared Phiture's systematic approach to help companies optimize their user engagement and retention strategies.Mentioned ResourcesPhiture SoundCloud VSCO Brian BalfourReforgeBrazeFishBrainPhiture Taxonomy TemplateChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

May 22, 2024 • 40min
E246 | Optimizing Cancellation Flows to Reduce Churn: Unbounce’s Approach with Tamara Grominsky
Today on the show we have Tamara Grominsky, the Chief Strategy Officer at Unbounce.In this episode, Tamara shares her experience in optimizing cancellation flows to reduce churn.We then discussed how Unbounce implemented a data-driven approach to understand the reasons behind customer cancellations and how they tailored their strategies to different customer segments. We wrapped up by exploring the importance of cross-functional collaboration in driving successful churn reduction initiatives.Mentioned ResourcesUnbouncePMM CampKajabiChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

May 15, 2024 • 45min
E245 | Shaping Customer Discovery During Active Vs Passive Looking Phases with Ryan Singer
Today on the show we have Ryan Singer, the founder of Felt Presence and former head of strategy at Basecamp.In this episode, Ryan shares his experience in evolving the Shape Up framework to better fit diverse team structures and needs. We then discussed his insights on navigating customer engagement through the concepts of active vs. passive looking.We wrapped up by discussing how these strategies are applied in real-world scenarios to enhance customer discovery and engagement processes.Mentioned ResourcesShape Up Felt PresenceBasecampHotjarShaping in Real LifeHow to Web ConferenceBob MoestaDemand Side Sales 101Four Fits For $100MGPT-4Churn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

May 8, 2024 • 37min
E244 | Enhancing Product and Customer Success Alignment to Deliver Customer Value with PagerDuty's VP of CS, Heather Brown
Today on the show we have Heather Brown, the VP of Global Commercial Sales and Customer Success at PagerDuty. In this episode, Heather shares her extensive experience in bridging the gap between product development and customer success to enhance company performance and customer value. We dive into the innovative strategies PagerDuty employs to ensure these two critical areas are not just aligned but also collaboratively driving the company's growth and customer satisfaction.Heather also discusses the evolution of her role at PagerDuty, the importance of internal collaboration, and how integrating product feedback loops can significantly impact customer retention and success.Mentioned ResourcesProduct + Success: The Winning Dou for Customer Success (Tatyana Mamut)PagerDuty#IamRemarkableChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

May 1, 2024 • 40min
E243 | Mitigating the Impact of Customer Champion Turnover with Customer.io's VP of Customer Experience, Natalie Onions
Today on the show, we have Natalie Onions, the Vice President of Customer Experience at Customer.io. In this episode, Natalie shares her in-depth insights into the crucial role of customer champions in driving customer success and what happens when these key individuals leave the company.We delve into the strategies that Customer.io employs to mitigate the risks associated with customer champion turnover and we wrapped up by discussing the importance of maintaining continuity and engagement in customer relationships and how to ensure the high standards of customer experience are upheld even in the face of such challenges.Mentioned ResourcesCustomer.ioBig ButtonChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

Apr 24, 2024 • 36min
E242 | Navigating the Challenges of Product Management in Horizontal Products with Softr's Austin Yang
Lead Product Manager of Softr, Austin Yang, discusses navigating challenges in product management in horizontal products. They explore use case prioritization, feature prioritization, and optimizing user onboarding for enhanced engagement in the no-code space.

Apr 17, 2024 • 50min
E241 | Crafting Your Homepage to Increase Conversions and Boost Customer Retention with Rob and Anthony of Fletch PMM
Today on the show we have Rob Kaminski and Anthony Pierri, the partners of Fletch PMM.In this episode, Rob and Anthony share their journey in establishing Fletch PMM, a specialized firm helping early-stage B2B SaaS startups refine their website homepages. They delve into the pivotal role of a company’s homepage in positioning and messaging, crucial for attracting and retaining customers.We then discussed the common pitfalls startups face when crafting their homepages and wrapped up by exploring strategic approaches to making these homepages more effective in communicating value succinctly.As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter!Mentioned Resources:Fletch PMMHotjarSuperhumanLoomChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

Apr 10, 2024 • 41min
E240 | Embracing a Generalist Mindset and Flexibility in Career Growth: Céline Daley’s Journey to VP of Customer at DeepL
Today on the show we have Céline Daley, the VP of Customer at DeepL.In this episode, Céline shares her unique insights into embracing a generalist mindset and the role of flexibility in navigating tech careers. With a background that spans from marketing to customer success, and from startups to global companies, Céline's journey showcases the power of adaptability and learning in driving career growth.We then discussed the importance of understanding business needs and how seeking adventure can lead to unexpected and rewarding career paths. We wrapped up by exploring Céline's strategies for building and scaling customer success teams, and how her generalist approach has been a key factor in her success.As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.Mentioned Resources:DeepLBrightwheelZendeskAmanda KlehaFigmaAnne Raimondi AsanaJarek KutylowskiEmeric Ernoult AgorapulseChurn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.

Apr 3, 2024 • 39min
E239 | Closing the Feedback Loop: Cycle's Journey to Boost Customer Retention
Today on the show we have Mehdi Boudoukhane, the CEO & co-founder of Cycle.In this episode, Mehdi shares his transformative journey from a data scientist in Johannesburg to launching Cycle, a company that seamlessly connects customer feedback with product development to close the feedback loop and enhance retention.We then delved into how Cycle leverages feedback not just for product prioritization but as a tool to spread empathy across organizations and build trust with users, ultimately fostering a more engaged and loyal customer base.As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.Mentioned Resources:Cycle AppHotjarFigmaNotionSegment AnalyticsEleanor Dorfman Brian Balfour AvrioSuperhuman Churn FM is sponsored by Vitally, the all-in-one Customer Success Platform.


