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Unlock the secrets of a thriving startup culture with insights from Brendan Burke, Senior Marketing and Growth Manager at Baydin (Boomerang). Ever wondered how a company can successfully run 52 experiments in a year? Brendan reveals how Boomerang, a bootstrapped company since 2010, champions data-driven decisions and adaptability, creating an environment where ideas are tested quickly and inefficient ones are discarded without hesitation. His intriguing journey from politics to tech underscores the unexpected paths our careers can take, offering lessons in flexibility and growth.

Explore the art of managing experimentation in product development as we dissect Boomerang's 2024 initiative using a modified RICE framework. With guidance from Boomerang's CEO, we shine a light on the meticulous process of refining a long list of potential experiments into actionable strategies, focusing on reach, impact, effort, and reversibility. Discover the power of minimizing bias through structured frameworks and how iterative testing can enhance user engagement, all while keeping the experiment list fresh with new ideas and insights.

Finally, we dive into the world of marketing operations, discussing the critical role of specific metrics and the challenges of replicating results across different platforms like Gmail and Outlook. Learn about the surprising effectiveness of quick tests on seemingly minor details, and how unconventional strategies, like intentional misspellings in ads, can capture attention. We also highlight the importance of fostering a culture of experimentation that enhances collaboration, especially in remote work settings, where communication and team relationships thrive through continuous learning and adaptation.

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