saas.unbound

saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

Episode 32 is the special episode where Tim Schumacher takes over the hosting of the podcast to welcome Shane Cheek from Continua Software, an Australian-owned software holding company that acquires, operates and grows B2B software businesses.

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00:00 - Shane's Journey in Technology and Capital Markets

04:46 - The Formation of Continua Software

06:49 - Constellation's Influence and Market Positioning

08:34 - Acquisition Strategy and Target Metrics

09:56 - Transitioning Legacy Software to SaaS

13:54 - Balancing Growth and Profitability

18:48 - Market Dynamics and Valuation Challenges

21:45 - Operational Independence and Management Approach

24:38 - Hiring and Retaining Talent in SaaS

30:48 - Advice for Founders Seeking an Exit

Tim Schumacher - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timschumacher/

Shane Cheek - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanecheek/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

Mike is a Co-founder of a marketing agency, creator of AI courses with almost half a million students, and author of a book on prompt engineering. And Ali is a Serial entrepreneur and CTPO of zenloop, a saas.group brand recently relaunched with full AI integration.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to the AI Revolution in SaaS

03:03 - Exploring AI Tools and Their Applications

06:06 - Effective Prompting Techniques for AI

09:08 - Creating Customer Personas and Market Research

12:02 - AI in Customer Communication and Feedback

14:47 - Trust and Reliability in AI Automation

18:01 - Live Demonstration of AI Capabilities

36:28 - Customer Feedback Management and AI Integration

39:44 - The Future of AI in Customer Service

42:24 - Extracting Insights from Customer Interactions

57:02 - Automation and AI: Overcoming Mental Barriers

01:00:55 - Practical Steps for Automation in Startups

Mike - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mjt145/

Mike's book - https://www.amazon.com/Prompt-Engineering-Generative-AI-Future-Proof/dp/109815343X

Mike's courses - https://app.vexpower.com/courses/

Ali - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-naqi-shaheen/

zenloop - https://www.zenloop.com/en/

RodCast - https://www.rodcast.fm/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #30, Anna Nadeina talks with Simon, founder and CEO of Workleap, an employee experience platform designed for hybrid teams.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to WorkLeap

05:30 - The Journey from Service to Product

12:29 - Understanding WorkLeap's Current Offerings

17:45 - The Shift Towards Acquisitions

23:39 - Navigating Cultural Integration Post-Acquisition

31:26 - Empowering Employees to Shape Their Roles

39:13 - The Importance of Feedback in HR Tools

47:20 - Navigating Pricing Strategies for Growth

52:01 - Lessons from Wins and Failures

01:02:00 - The Art of Pivoting and Perseverance

01:07:38 - Staying Grounded in Entrepreneurship

Simon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/simondebaene/

Workleap - https://workleap.com/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #29, Anna Nadeina talks with Marvin, VP of marketing at OMR Reviews, a B2B software review site for the DACH market.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to OMR Reviews and Marvin's Journey

05:20 - The Evolution of OMR Reviews

10:23 - Understanding the B2B Marketing Landscape

16:11 - Target Audience and Market Segmentation

23:46 - The Importance of Honest Reviews

38:12 - Future Directions for OMR Reviews

35:19 - Team Building and Growth Strategies

39:29 - Personal Hacks for Team Management

Marvin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/marvin-mueller/

OMR Reviews - https://omr.com/en/reviews

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #28, Anna Nadeina talks with Shannon, CEO of Usersnap, a visual feedback and bug-tracking platform.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to Usersnap and Shannon's Journey

06:02 - Exciting Developments at Usersnap

09:01 - Insights from User Interviews and Market Trends

11:48 - The Role of AI in Product Development

15:06 - Collaboration and Knowledge Sharing at saas.group

18:11 - Empowering Women in Tech

24:42 - Women in Leadership: Navigating Challenges

28:02 - Effective Communication for Impact

29:21 - Team Growth and Recruitment Strategies

30:49 - Strategic Shifts in Product Development

32:41 - The Importance of Feedback in Strategy

34:11 - Understanding Market Positioning

39:48 - Wins and Lessons Learned

42:18 - The Power of Listening to Users

Shannon - https://www.linkedin.com/in/svettes/

Usersnap - https://usersnap.com/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

Episode 27 is the special episode where Tim Schumacher takes over the hosting of the podcast to welcome Colin Keeley, Co-Founder of Verne, buying SaaS companies.

-----------Episode's Chapters-----------

00:00 - Introduction to Verne

06:44 - Improving Acquired Companies

14:03 - Labor Costs and Global Talent Acquisition

20:00 - Balancing Multiple Ventures and Focus Areas

Tim Schumacher - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timschumacher/

Colin Keeley - https://www.linkedin.com/in/colinkeeley/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #26, Anna Nadeina talks with Zoli, founder of SendStreak and Fishbowl, and the CTO of Timebutler, a tracking tool beloved by hundreds of companies and the most recent acquisition of saas.group.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to saas.group and Zoli's Journey

10:44 - Transitioning Roles and Responsibilities at saas.group

19:59 - The Role of AI in saas.group's Development

25:15 - Entrepreneurial Spirit and Personal Projects

32:58 - Growth Strategies and Team Dynamics

Zoltan - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoltanbettenbuk/

Timebutler - https://timebutler.de/

Scraper API - https://www.scraperapi.com/

SendStreak - https://www.sendstreak.com/

Fishbole - https://www.fishbole.io/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #25, Anna Nadeina talks with Osman, Co-Founder & CEO at UserGuiding, a no-code product adoption tool.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to UserGuiding and Osman Koc

8:15 - Common Traps for First-Time Founders

13:35 - Raising Funds and Managing Cash Flow

17:21 - The Importance of Community in Entrepreneurship

24:38 - Improving User Onboarding

28:34 - Final Thoughts and Hacks for Founders

Osman - https://www.linkedin.com/in/koc/

UserGuiding - https://userguiding.com/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #24, Anna Nadeina talks with Mark, founder at AlsoAsked, a free keyword research tool for exploring the questions your visitors are asking, Digital Marketing Director at Candour, podcast host, and a well-known SEO expert.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Mark's Journey in SEO and Agency Experience

03:08 - The Inspiration Behind AlsoAsked

06:32 - Transitioning from Free Tool to Paid SaaS

10:41 - Managing Multiple Ventures and Prioritization

17:43 - Use Cases for AlsoAsked in SaaS and Beyond

25:01 - SEO Insights and Challenges for Founders

27:12 - Understanding SEO Challenges and Strategies

31:04 - The Evolution of SEO: From Traditional to Semantic

32:38 - The Role of Structured Data and AI in SEO

36:58 - Preparing for AI-Driven Content Optimization

41:25 - Insights on Tools and Techniques for SEO Success

44:20 - Reflections on Wins, Failures, and Learning in Business

47:31 - Consistency and Generosity: Keys to Long-Term Success

Mark - https://www.linkedin.com/in/markseo/

AlsoAsked - https://alsoasked.com/

Candour - https://withcandour.co.uk/

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saas.unbound is a podcast for and about founders who are working on scaling inspiring products that people love, brought to you by https://saas.group/, a serial acquirer of B2B SaaS companies.

In episode #23, Anna Nadeina talks with Rory, founder and CEO at trumpet, auto-personalised & interactive digital sales rooms.

----------Episode's Chapters--------------

00:00 - Introduction to Rory Sadler and trumpet

05:01 - Identifying the Problem trumpet Solves

12:23 - Leveraging Communities for Growth

18:17 - Adding Services to the Product

24:25 - Balancing Customer Feedback and Product Development

31:33 - Fostering a Growth Mindset in Team Members

37:55 - Biggest Wins and Learning Moments

Rory - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rory-sadler-trumpet/

trumpet - https://www.sendtrumpet.com/

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