SaaS Therapy

Panel: Doing more with less in CS, with Utah CS experts

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Recorded episode from a live podcast event on hosted at Silicon Slopes Studio on September 11th, 2024.

Welcome our guest panel:

Doug Norton | Head of CS @ Bill.com

Kate Sharp | Director of CS @ BrainStorm

Roger Mendez | Global Leader of CS @ Cisco

Alyssa Sorensen | Customer Education @ Spiff


These Utah CS experts join Casey Trujillo to discuss the landscape of customer success in the SaaS industry, particularly in the context of doing more with less. Listen to hear a variety of strategies and best practices from our guests on focusing on essential tasks, evaluating new initiatives, and the significance of collaboration across teams.

Takeaways

  • Creating a consistent framework is essential for success.
  • AI can be a valuable tool if used correctly.
  • Aligning initiatives with leadership goals is crucial.
  • Iterating on projects can lead to better outcomes.
  • Identifying quick wins can build momentum.
  • It's important to focus on essential tasks and let go of the rest.
  • Collaboration across teams enhances effectiveness.
  • Evaluating new initiatives requires clear metrics and timelines.
  • Continuous improvement is key to success in customer success.

    • Contents

    00:00 Introduction to SaaS Therapy and Guests

    02:52 Navigating Customer Success in a Resource-Constrained Environment

    06:32 Aligning Initiatives with Leadership Goals

    09:14 Consulting Insights on Efficiency and Effectiveness

    12:08 Best Practices for Focus and Clarity

    20:30 Evaluating New Initiatives: When to Pivot or Pull the Plug

    30:08 Homework Assignments for Continuous Improvement


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