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The SaaS Podcast - SaaS, Startups, Growth Hacking & Entrepreneurship

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Jun 5, 2025 • 56min

446: Submagic: How a Scrappy MVP Hit $1M ARR with TikTok - with David Zitoun

David Zitoun, co-founder and CEO of Submagic, is passionate about revolutionizing video creation. He shares how Submagic quickly developed an MVP that leverages TikTok for marketing, helping creators make viral-ready shorts. The conversation dives into the importance of understanding customer needs, building traction through partnerships, and the challenges of scaling beyond $1 million in revenue. Zitoun emphasizes innovation in a competitive market and shares productivity hacks, leaving listeners inspired to pursue their own entrepreneurial dreams.
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May 29, 2025 • 53min

445: Cello: How a Scrappy MVP Became a 7-Figure SaaS with 7M Users - with Stefan Bader

Stefan Bader, co-founder and CEO of Cello, shares insights into building a successful all-in-one referral platform for SaaS companies. He discusses the challenges of launching a new product and highlights innovative growth strategies, including engaging customer experiences and the power of referrals. Bader underscores the significance of proprietary data and personal networks in gaining customers and investors. He also touches on the importance of cultivating a positive work culture, making entrepreneurship more accessible, and encouraging resilience amidst skepticism.
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May 22, 2025 • 46min

444: Salesbricks: How a Failed Go-to-Market Strategy Sparked a Breakthrough

Jonathan Festejo, co-founder and CEO of Salesbricks, shares his journey of embracing failure and pivoting from targeting enterprise clients to focusing on early-stage startups. He discusses how Salesbricks streamlines crucial sales processes, helping startups close deals faster. The conversation dives into the challenges of product development, the importance of adapting to market needs, and the dynamics of building a high-performance team. Jonathan also shares personal insights on managing email overload and innovative ideas for improving sales outreach.
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May 15, 2025 • 60min

443: Supademo: From Cold Outreach Failure to 7-Figure SaaS - with Joseph Lee

Joseph Lee, Co-founder and CEO of Supademo, shares his journey of pivoting to an AI-driven interactive demo platform after facing challenges during the pandemic. He discusses innovative strategies for creating effective product demonstrations and the impressive growth of Supademo in just one year. Lee emphasizes the importance of flexibility, customer engagement, and value delivery, especially for early-stage founders, while navigating the complexities of sales and marketing in the SaaS landscape.
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May 8, 2025 • 43min

442: Prodoscore: Creating a New SaaS Category No One Asked For - with Sam Naficy

Sam Naficy, CEO of Prodoscore, delves into his journey of creating a unique SaaS platform that uses AI to enhance workplace efficiency. He addresses the challenges of changing perceptions about productivity tools, evolving the ideal customer profile for success, and the impact of COVID-19 on employee engagement. Naficy shares insights on building resilience in business and the importance of innovation while balancing humorous anecdotes about parenting in the tech world. His story highlights the intersection of technology and personal growth.
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May 1, 2025 • 59min

441: Exacaster: 18 Months of Zero Sales to Multi-Million SaaS - with Egidijus Pilypas

Egidijus Pilypas, co-founder of Exacaster, shares his journey from algorithmic trading to launching a successful SaaS company. He discusses how Exacaster empowers subscription-based businesses to enhance revenue through customer management solutions. The conversation dives into B2B sales dynamics, emphasizing the importance of understanding client needs. Egidijus also highlights their transition to account-based marketing and the value of building community. He reflects on the attributes of successful founders and their approach to navigating challenges in the SaaS landscape.
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Apr 24, 2025 • 55min

440: Salto: From Early Missteps to 8-Figure ARR SaaS - with Rami Tamir

Rami Tamir is the co-founder and CEO of Salto, a platform that helps teams manage and automate the configuration of SaaS apps like Salesforce, NetSuite, and Okta.====================================❤️ This episode is powered by Gearheart https://saasclub.io/gearheartBook a free 1:1 consultation: https://saasclub.io/gearheart/book====================================Show Notes: https://saasclub.io/440Join Email List: Get weekly SaaS learnings, new podcast episodes, and actionable insights right in your inbox: https://saasclub.io/email/Join Community: SaaS Club is the community for early-stage SaaS founders and entrepreneurs: https://saasclub.co/join
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Apr 17, 2025 • 56min

439: Metabase: How Ignoring Expert Advice Led to Real Growth - with Sameer Al-Sakran

Sameer Al-Sakran, Founder and CEO of Metabase, shares the journey of creating an open-source BI tool born from frustration with existing solutions. He discusses how prioritizing user feedback over monetization shaped their growth. The conversation explores the delicate balance between expert advice and personal instincts in decision-making. Sameer emphasizes the importance of a user-centric approach to innovation while navigating talent acquisition and organizational challenges. He reflects on a decade of simplifying user experience while staying true to original goals, all while offering valuable entrepreneurial insights.
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Apr 10, 2025 • 1h 1min

438: Reviews.io: From Scrappy SaaS MVP to $82M Exit - with Callum Mckeefery

Callum McKeefery, founder of Partner.io and former CEO of Reviews.io, shares his inspiring journey from financial struggles to selling his SaaS company for $82 million. He talks about customer acquisition strategies and the importance of feedback in product development. Callum also discusses innovative guerrilla marketing tactics and the value of hiring from non-traditional backgrounds. Listeners will discover how he navigated the emotional complexities of selling a business and the importance of validating ideas while addressing underserved market needs.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 2min

437: Countly: Building a Privacy-First SaaS Without VC Funding - with Onur Alp Soner

Onur Alp Soner, founder and CEO of Countly, shares insights into his journey building a privacy-first analytics platform without VC funding. He discusses the importance of data ownership and navigating early customer relationships. The conversation dives into effective inbound marketing strategies, co-founder dynamics, and the challenges of sustaining authenticity in content creation. Plus, Onur shares his love for Harry Potter and mechanical watches, illustrating how personal passions can enhance resilience and adaptability in business.

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