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Rob Schutz, Co-Founder of Ro and Founder of Snagged.com, shares insights from his entrepreneurial journey, creating successful companies in health tech and beyond. He details his path from healthcare consulting to becoming a key player in the telehealth industry.
Rob also discusses how his ventures have impacted sectors like men’s health, dermatology and mental health. Throughout the episode, Rob offers wisdom on finding opportunities, building audiences and staying nimble in changing markets.
Specifically, Rob discusses:
- How his background in healthcare consulting led him to entrepreneurship.
- The challenges of building and scaling a vertically integrated healthcare company.
- How starting with a taboo topic like erectile dysfunction paved the way for Ro’s success.
- Why bootstrapping Snagged.com is a personal passion project after his time at Ro.
- The importance of building organic email lists and leveraging community for growth.
- His lessons on the power of negotiation in business.
- The impact of transitioning from fast-growing startups to smaller, more personal ventures.
- Why founders should balance family life with career aspirations.
Resources Mentioned:
Rob Schutz - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robschutz/
Ro’s | Website - https://ro.co/
Snagged.com - http://Snagged.com
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#Entrepreneurship #Healthcareinnovation #Telehealth #Product #Marketing #Innovation #Startup #GenerativeAI #AI
In this episode, TK Kader, Founder of ToutApp, Inc. and TK | Unstoppable, shares invaluable insights on how to build a scalable go-to-market machine that not only drives 3x growth but also sets the foundation for long-term success in SaaS businesses. TK breaks down the essential strategies that can propel startups to $3 million in ARR and beyond.
Specifically, TK discusses:
- The importance of embracing sales and marketing to achieve success in startups.
- Why 96% of startups fail and how to be part of the successful 4%.
- The three core pillars of a successful startup: great product, ripe market and scalable go-to-market strategy.
- How to craft a market strategy by identifying an urgent and important problem.
- The critical role of simplifying your product strategy to make it easy to sell.
- How to avoid common go-to-market traps and focus on the right execution.
- The concept of a “Broadway show” and its importance in consistent go-to-market execution.
- Why founders often underprice their products and how to optimize pricing for net dollar retention.
Resources Mentioned:
TK Kader - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tkkader/
ToutApp, Inc. - https://www.linkedin.com/company/toutapp-inc-/
TK | Unstoppable - https://www.linkedin.com/company/tk-strategies/
TK's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/TKKader
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. From Grassroots to Greatness by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
Each year the U.S. and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca
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#SaaS #entrepreneurship #scalingstartups #product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
On this episode, Doug Winter, Founder and CEO at Seismic, talks about how he grew Seismic from a small startup to a major player in sales enablement. Doug shares the key moments and strategies that helped Seismic succeed, including important acquisitions and staying focused on goals.
Specifically, Doug discusses:
- How Seismic started and the tough decisions they made along the way.
- Why they focused on big companies to find their place in the market.
- The reasons behind their Series A funding and staying in San Diego.
- Their approach to acquisitions and how competition played a role.
- How buying Lessonly boosted growth for both companies.
- The importance of company culture and people in making acquisitions work.
- What they learned about the challenges of merging with competitors.
- Why having clear goals is crucial for successful mergers and acquisitions.
Resources Mentioned:
Doug Winter - https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-winter/
Seismic - https://seismic.com/
Jackson Square Ventures - https://www.jacksonsquareventures.com/
Lessonly - https://www.lessonly.com/
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. From Grassroots to Greatness by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
Each year the U.S. and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca
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#salesenablement #businessscquisitions #leadershipgrowth #product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
In this episode, Prashanth Chandrasekar, CEO of Stack Overflow, shares lessons from growing to over 100 million users..
Specifically, Prashanth discusses:
- 4 key pillars in the journey of scaling SaaS companies
- The importance of assessing the direction of company progress.
- Building with the community, not just for the community.
- The passion required to build a community from scratch..
- Lessons from the entrepreneurial journey.
Resources Mentioned:
Prashanth Chandrasekar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pchandrasekar/
Stack Overflow for Teams - https://stackoverflow.com/teams
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. “From Grassroots to Greatness” by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com.
Each year the U.S. and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
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#SaaS #CommunityBuilding #ProductStrategy #Product #Marketing #Innovation #Startup #GenerativeAI #AI
Dave explains:
- The early challenges and failures they faced, including tech problems and market uncertainties.
- How they kept a lean capital structure to stay focused and efficient.
- Partnering with agencies and aggregators to grow the business.
- The company culture at The Trade Desk, which focuses on contribution, accountability and small-team autonomy.
- The decision to go public and the importance of staying independent.
- Keeping employees motivated and maintaining a strong culture during rapid growth.
Resources Mentioned:
Dave Pickles -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-pickles-3a31bb3/
The Trade Desk | LinkedIn -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-trade-desk/
The Trade Desk | Website -
https://www.thetradedesk.com/us
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. “From Grassroots to Greatness” by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
Each year the US and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
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#digitaladvertising #adtech #businessgrowth #product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
In this episode, Dan Olsen, Author of "The Lean Product Playbook," explores the essentials of crafting effective product strategies. With a background in working with industry giants like Google, Facebook, Amazon, Uber, Box and Walmart, Dan offers valuable insights into achieving product-market fit and leading successful product teams.
Specifically, Dan discusses:
- The importance of focusing on the long term rather than the short term in product strategy.
- The Product-Market Fit Pyramid and how each layer contributes to achieving product-market fit.
- The difference between problem space and solution space and why it’s crucial to address customer needs.
- How to use the Kano Model to categorize customer needs and prioritize features.
- The concept of product strategy as saying no to many good ideas to focus on the best ones.
- Practical examples from his experience, including the success of Instagram’s initial product strategy.
Resources Mentioned:
Dan Olsen - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danolsen98/
Dan Olsen's book: "The Lean Product Playbook" - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1118960874/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk
Lean Product Meetup - https://meetup.com/lean-product
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. From Grassroots To Greatness by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com.
Each year the U.S. and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
Content Allies helps B2B companies build revenue-generating podcasts. We recommend them to any B2B company that is looking to launch or streamline its podcast production. Learn more at https://contentallies.com.
#product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
On this episode, Dan Martell, Founder of SaaS Academy, Founder and CEO of Martell Media and Managing Partner at High Speed Ventures, shares his journey from a troubled youth to becoming a successful entrepreneur and angel investor. Dan’s story is one of resilience, personal growth and the transformative power of software and recurring revenue models.
Specifically, Dan discusses:
- Overcoming a difficult childhood and finding purpose in software development.
- The predictability and consistency of recurring revenue models.
- Building and scaling multiple multimillion-dollar companies.
- The importance of creating value for customers and continuously improving.
- Key components of building a $100 million company, including product-market fit, scalable sales motions, and effective team building.
Resources Mentioned:
Dan Martell -
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dmartell
SaaS Academy -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/saasacademy/
Martell Media -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/martellmedia/
High Speed Ventures -
https://www.linkedin.com/company/high-speed-ventures/
High Speed Ventures -
https://www.highspeedventures.com/
NP Digital Website -
https://neilpatel.com/
Ubersuggest -
https://neilpatel.com/ubersuggest/
Lloyed Lobo’s Book: “From Grassroots to Greatness” -
https://rb.gy/yrcftc
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. “From Grassroots to Greatness” by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com.
Each year the US and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
Content Allies helps B2B companies build revenue-generating podcasts. We recommend them to any B2B company that is looking to launch or streamline its podcast production. Learn more at https://contentallies.com.
#product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
In this episode, Greg Isenberg, CEO and Co-Founder of Late Checkout, shares insights on building successful community-based products and the importance of community in product development. Greg also delves into his journey from the head of product strategy at WeWork to founding Late Checkout, a venture studio based on community and Web3 products.
Greg discusses:
- The organic and low-risk nature of building community-based products.
- The core thesis that community-based products outperform non-community-based products.
- His definition of a community-based product and how it differs from an audience.
- Concrete steps for building and scaling a community from scratch.
- The metrics to track for community engagement and retention.
- Lessons from successful and failed communities.
- The intersection of community and Web3, and the potential of DAOs.
- Examples of successful community-based products and their impact.
Resources Mentioned:
Greg Isenberg - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gisenberg/
Late Checkout | Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/company/late-checkout/
Late Checkout | Website - https://www.latecheckout.studio/
Boast.AI - https://Boast.AI
“From Grassroots to Greatness” - https://FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
Homeroom Club - https://homeroom.club/
Friends With Benefits (FWB) - https://www.fwb.help/join
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. From Grassroots to Greatness by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com.
Each year the US and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
Content Allies helps B2B companies build revenue-generating podcasts. We recommend them to any B2B company that is looking to launch or streamline its podcast production. Learn more at https://contentallies.com.
#product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
On this episode, Kyle Poyar, Operating Partner at OpenView, delves into the transformative power of community-led growth and its impact on businesses. Kyle shares his expertise on how companies can effectively engage with their users to drive sustainable growth and build strong brands.
Specifically, Kyle discusses:
- The importance of understanding the needs and pain points of your audience.
- How to leverage existing communities for faster results.
- The role of community in creating a new category, as demonstrated by HubSpot’s inbound marketing.
- The significance of connecting users with peers to share best practices.
- Strategies for amplifying the voices of thought leaders within the community.
- The benefits of community-driven support for user activation and value realization.
- How community engagement can drive top-of-funnel growth and reduce customer acquisition costs.
- The dual role of community members in sharing experiences and learning from others.
- The impact of community on overall business metrics and functions.
- Effective ways to build a trusted voice within existing communities.
Resources Mentioned:
Kyle Poyar’s Growth Unhinged Community - https://www.growthunhinged.com/
Kyle Poyar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-poyar/
OpenView - https://openviewpartners.com/
Lloyed Lobo’s Book: “From Grassroots to Greatness” - https://FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. “From Grassroots to Greatness” by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com.
Each year the US and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI.
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada’s Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca.
Content Allies helps B2B companies build revenue-generating podcasts. We recommend them to any B2B company that is looking to launch or streamline its podcast production. Learn more at https://contentallies.com.
#product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
Andrew Gazdecki, CEO of Acquire.com, delves into the complexities of startup acquisitions and the entrepreneurial path from startup to sale on this episode. Andrew brings a wealth of experience as a serial entrepreneur with multiple successful exits and offers valuable advice for both acquiring and selling startups.
Specifically, Andrew shares:
- The significance of starting with smaller acquisitions to learn the ropes.
- The impact of a business's current execution on its valuation, highlighting the importance of present achievements over future projections.
- The necessity of aligning potential acquisitions with personal strengths and market opportunities.
- Insights into preparing your startup for an attractive acquisition, emphasizing strategic positioning.
- Understanding and utilizing financial tools to facilitate the acquisition process effectively.
- The critical aspects of negotiation in the acquisition process and how to secure favorable terms.
- Essential considerations for first-time buyers in the startup acquisition market.
- Andrew’s reflections on his entrepreneurial journey, offering lessons on perseverance and strategic growth.
Resources Mentioned:
Andrew Gazdecki - https://www.linkedin.com/in/agazdecki
Acquire.com - https://www.linkedin.com/company/acquiredotcom/
This episode is brought to you by:
Leverage community-led growth to skyrocket your business. From Grassroots to Greatness by author Lloyed Lobo will help you master 13 game-changing rules from some of the most iconic brands in the world — like Apple, Atlassian, CrossFit, Harley-Davidson, HubSpot, Red Bull and many more — to attract superfans of your own that will propel you to new heights. Grab your copy today at FromGrassrootsToGreatness.com
Each year the U.S. and Canadian governments provide more than $20 billion in R&D tax credits and innovation incentives to fund businesses. But the application process is cumbersome, prone to costly audits, and receiving the money can take as long as 16 months. Boast automates this process, enabling companies to get more money faster without the paperwork and audit risk. We don’t get paid until you do! Find out if you qualify today at https://Boast.AI
Launch Academy is one of the top global tech hubs for international entrepreneurs and a designated organization for Canada's Startup Visa. Since 2012, Launch has worked with more than 6,000 entrepreneurs from over 100 countries, of which 300 have grown their startups to seed and Series A stage and raised over $2 billion in funding. To learn more about Launch's programs or the Canadian Startup Visa, visit https://LaunchAcademy.ca
Content Allies helps B2B companies build revenue-generating podcasts. We recommend them to any B2B company that is looking to launch or streamline its podcast production. Learn more at https://contentallies.com
#product #marketing #innovation #startup #generativeai #AI
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