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MicroConf Tactics: Give Me 36 Minutes and I'll Teach You How to Find $1M SaaS Ideas

May 6, 202638 min

MicroConf Tactics: 9 Brutal Truths About Startups I Know After 20 Years in SaaS

Apr 22, 202613 min

MicroConf Tactics: What's ACTUALLY Happening in SaaS Right Now

Apr 8, 202610 min

MicroConf Tactics: Coding in 2026 is STILL a Superpower (Even with AI)

Is learning to code still worth it in 2026? Rob Walling breaks down what’s actually happening in the industry, why coding is still one of the highest-leverage skills you can learn, and how he’d approach learning to code if he were starting from scratch today. Links from the Pod MicroConf Mastermind Matching MicroConf Mastermind Guide Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the Rob Walling YouTube Channel SaaS Launchpad and “The DNA of a Great SaaS Idea” Frontend Mentor Boot.dev

Mar 25, 202610 min

MicroConf Tactics: 6 Signs Your SaaS MVP Is Not Good Enough (nobody teaches this)

In this video, Rob Walling breaks down 6 real reasons your MVP flopped from solving the wrong problem to over-promising what your product can’t yet deliver, and shows you exactly how to fix each one. Links from the Pod MicroConf US - Portland - Use Promocode ROB50 for $50 off Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the Rob Walling YouTube channel SaaS Launchpad and “The DNA of a Great SaaS Idea” The Mom Test

Mar 11, 202613 min

MicroConf Tactics: You're Working on the WRONG Things - here's how to fix it

Rob Walling shares the Certainty vs. Uncertainty Framework, the system he’s used to build six companies and invest in over 250 startups to help you stop mistaking “busy” for “effective,” and focus on what truly drives progress. Links from the Pod MicroConf Europe Tickets are on Sale - Reykjavik, Iceland - Sept 21-23rd, 2026 Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the Rob Walling YouTube Channel Episode 720 | How to Prioritize Your Focus (In Both Your Startup and Personal Life) The SaaS Playbook Buy Back Your Time

Feb 25, 202610 min

MicroConf Tactics: I Obsessed Over Product-Market Fit - Here Are the 5 Stages of PMF

Rob Walling breaks down the five phases of Product-Market Fit, showing how founders can identify where they are on the spectrum and what specific actions will move them forward. Most founders think product-market fit is a switch that suddenly flips on, but it’s not! Links from the Pod TinySeed Application are open until 2/17/26 TinySeed Applications Live Q&A- February 11th, 10AM EST Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Feb 11, 202615 min

There’s ONLY 5 Ways to Use AI in SaaS (prove me wrong)

Every founder is asking the same question: “Am I falling behind on AI?” In this video, Rob Walling breaks down the five ways startups are using AI and which ones actually work. He covers everything from using AI as your core product to leveraging it for growth and operations, including real-world examples from SaaS founders. Can’t find a developer, and now you’re frustrated with the hiring process? G2i gives you access to over 8,000 pre-vetted engineers ‍‍ - no AI-generated resumes, just real, experienced candidates ready to join your team. Start your 7-day free trial at https://g2i.co/microconf and mention MicroConf for $1500 off your first invoice! Links in the pod: Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the Rob Walling YouTube Channel Get Your Tickets for MicroConf Europe 2026 Get Your Tickets for MicroConf US 2026 Use promo code ‘ROB50’ to get $50 off your ticket.

Jan 28, 202611 min

MicroConf Tactics: How to Hire Your First Developer (Avoid These 7 COSTLY Mistakes)

Hiring your first developer or engineer is a huge milestone and it’s easy to make costly mistakes. In this video, Rob Walling shares the seven most common pitfalls founders face when hiring a developer for the first time, plus expert tips to help you build your startup team with confidence. Can’t find a developer, and now you’re frustrated with the hiring process? G2i gives you access to over 8,000 pre-vetted engineers ‍‍ - no AI-generated resumes, just real, experienced candidates ready to join your team. Start your 7-day free trial at https://g2i.co/microconf and mention MicroConf for $1500 off your first invoice! Links in the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the Rob Walling YouTube Channel MicroConf Masterminds MicroConf Connect

Jan 14, 202611 min

MicroConf Tactics: The Silent Killer of Startups (And How to Prevent It)

In this episode, Rob Walling shares why building alone is dangerous, what your real options are, and exactly how to surround yourself with other founders who can help you navigate the chaos without losing your mind. Links from the Pod Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel MicroConf’s Mastermind Matching Program Get your free copy of the MicroConf Masterminds Guide

Dec 31, 20259 min

MicroConf Tactics: How TinySeed Helped Harris Grow His SaaS to $500k ARR (in 1 Year)

Rob Walling chats with Harris Kenny, founder of OutboundSync, about how he took a low-code MVP and, with seed funding from TinySeed, scaled it into a SaaS business generating over $500K in annual recurring revenue — all in just one year. Links in the episode: Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel OutboundSync TinySeed Accelerator Program Bonus Coaching Call TinySeed Tales Season 5 Startups for the Rest of Us Podcast

Dec 17, 202517 min

MicroConf Tactics: How to Perfectly Position Your B2B Brand in 34 Minutes

Unlock the most effective homepage positioning framework used by top-performing SaaS founders. In this video, Anthony Pierri of Fletch PPM breaks down how to craft a homepage that instantly communicates what your product does, who it’s for, and why it matters, boosting clarity, conversions, and customer trust. Perfect for founders and marketers looking to level up their SaaS website strategy. Links from the Pod Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel Get your ticket to MicroConf US 2026 | Portland, OR | April 12-14, 2026 MicroConf Events Fletch PPM Follow Anthony on Linkedin

Dec 3, 202534 min

MicroConf Tactics: 5 BORING Decisions That Made Me a Multi-Millionaire

After 20 years building and exiting SaaS companies, Rob Walling looks back and pinpoints the 5 choices that made all the difference, from launching his first product to bootstrapping and exiting apps for life-changing money. Links from the Pod Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel Join MicroConf Connect Startups for the Rest of Us Podcast Rob's 10 Best Entrepreneurial Decisions (Full List Here)

Nov 19, 202513 min

MicroConf Tactics: NEVER Make These 6 Mistakes (Lessons from 20 Years in Business)

Rob Walling shares 6 founder regrets that didn’t just cost him money, they nearly derailed his business. From invisible mindset traps to avoidable missteps in hiring and decision-making, each one reveals something most founders don’t realize until it’s too late. Links from the Pod MicroConf Remote MicroConf Events Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Nov 5, 202511 min

MicroConf Tactics: The BEST Sales Funnel For Your SaaS (new data changed my advice)

In this episode, Rob Walling breaks down data-backed strategies to improve your trial funnel and explains why most SaaS founders should rethink freemium vs. free trial. Backed by insights from the nearly 700+ startups who participated in the State of Independent SaaS Report and 200+ of his own investments. Links from the Pod MicroConf US Tickets are on Sale 2024 State of Independent SaaS Report MicroConf Connect Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Oct 22, 202511 min

MicroConf Tactics: Break Through the 7 SaaS Plateaus

Plateaus are the death of SaaS; unless you know how to spot and beat them. In this talk from MicroConf New Orleans in 2025, Rob Walling shares real data from 192 startups and reveals how to break through the 7 SaaS growth plateaus- including leaky funnels, high churn, lack of leads, and losing product-market fit. Links from the Pod MicroConf US 2026 Tickets are on sale! MicroConf Remote Tickets are on Sale | November 5, 2025 Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Oct 8, 202530 min

MicroConf Tactics: Why to Avoid B2C SaaS at All Costs

In this episode, Rob reveals why selling to consumers (rather than businesses) is so freaking hard. He shares the only B2C SaaS strategy he would ever bet on, after starting 6 companies, investing in 224 SaaS startups, and writing 5 books on building life-changing businesses. Links from the Pod Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel MicroConf Mastermind Applications are Open MicroConf Connect Castos Startups For the Rest of Us Podcast

Sep 24, 202512 min

MicroConf Tactics: Responding to the Brutal Comments on My Recent Video

Rob read the comments. Every last one of them. 225+ and some were wild. He’s here to break it down, clear the air, and set the story straight. Watch the video that caused all this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1rXXRdB3TJI&t=2s Links from the Pod MicroConf Masterminds Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel TinySeed Portfolio Rob's Books Startups For the Rest of Us Podcast

Sep 10, 202513 min

MicroConf Tactics: Designing the Perfect SaaS Business (Steal My Checklist)

Every founder dreams of building the next big SaaS success. But what separates the ideas that just sound good from the ones that truly take off? In this video, Rob Walling shares his personal checklist for the perfect SaaS idea. The more boxes you can check, the higher your chances of success. Links from the episode: Tinyseed Applications open soon! The SaaS Launchpad Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Aug 27, 202519 min

MicroConf Tactics: 7 Tempting Startup Ideas I’d NEVER Build (And Why)

If you're an early-stage founder or just dreaming about launching your own startup, you want to maximize your odds of success. But here’s the thing: not all ideas are created equal. Some are so tempting, so popular, that you'll see them everywhere—but they're actually traps that have burned more founders than can be counted. In this episode, Rob Walling walks through seven startup ideas he’d never build. Links from the Pod Get the Free SaaS Launchpad module Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Aug 13, 20258 min

MicroConf Tactics: 99% of Beginners Don’t Know the Basics of SaaS

Want to know the real truth about SaaS? In this video I cover 5 critical SaaS fundamentals that can help you grow 7-figure businesses. There are harsh realities to building a SaaS, but knowing these principles can save you from beginner mistakes. Links in the episode: MicroConf Connect Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube channel The SaaS Launchpad The SaaS Playbook Start Small, Stay Small TinySeed

Jul 30, 202510 min

MicroConf Tactics: 33 Minutes of No BS Tactics I Used to Build a $6.6M/Year SaaS

Join Peldi Guilizzoni from the MicroConf stage in Dubrovnik, as he details his 7-step journey from maker to entrepreneur. Peldi is the CEO of Balsamiq, and his talk is loaded with tactics that will help you grow business beyond what you can achieve as a single maker. Links in the video: Watch this talk on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube channel MicroConf Europe 2025, Istanbul Exit Strategy Finish Big Balsamiq

Jul 16, 202534 min

MicroConf Tactics: Which Business Buyers Will Pay the MOST for YOUR Business

Don't leave millions on the table when you sell – finding the right buyer is crucial for maximizing the value of your life's work. In this video, Rob Walling describes the 6 different types of business buyers and where you can find them. Watch this video on YouTube Links in the episode: Exit Strategy Book Discretion Capital Quiet Light Brokerage TinySeed Acquire.com Flippa

Jul 2, 202514 min

MicroConf Tactics: AI Agents vs SaaS - Who Wins the Future of Software?

Are AI Agents going to kill SaaS? In this video I explain why SaaS businesses are so resilient, even through times of great disruption. In fact, there are a few ways you can take advantage of the latest AI trends to grow your business stronger. Links in the episode: Watch this episode on YouTube MicroConf Connect MicroConf’s Mastermind Matching Program

Jun 18, 202510 min

MicroConf Tactics: The Dark Side of Venture Capital (Too Much Money is Bad???)

Venture Capital can be a great tool for explosive growth, but it's not a fit for all startups. In this video I explain the downsides of VC, and share how most companies should approach their growth and funding. Watch this video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uc85Kg70_Ng Links in the video: MicroConf Europe Tickets are on Sale: https://microconf.com/europe TinySeed: https://tinyseed.com/ TinySeed Program: https://tinyseed.com/program TinySeed Memo: https://tinyseed.com/thesis Invest in TinySeed: https://tinyseed.com/invest

Jun 4, 202511 min

MicroConf Tactics: LOW COST Marketing Strategies That Actually Work (from 3x SaaS Founder)

You need to be systematic and focused to find growth channels that actually move the needle as a bootstrapper. In this video, I'll cover some of the best, low cost SaaS marketing strategies that have worked in my businesses, and in the businesses I've invested in. Links in this episode: SaaS Launchpad: https://saaslaunchpad.co/ TinySeed Applications Open Through Feb 23rd: https://apply.tinyseed.com/ The SaaS Playbook: https://saasplaybook.com/ Invest in TinySeed: https://tinyseed.com/invest Start Marketing The Day You Start Coding: https://robwalling.com/books#coding

May 21, 202513 min

MicroConf Tactics: Your Pricing is WRONG (even Sam Altman Made This Mistake)

Incorrectly pricing your SaaS product is the easiest way to accidentally kill your business. I'll tell you how to fix your pricing, how founders fall into the trap of charging too little, and why charging more can catapult your business's growth. Links in the episode: MicroConf Remote | May 21: https://microconf.com/remote Announcing a change in pricing and process: bit.ly/carthookpricing TinySeed Portfolio: https://tinyseed.com/portfolio The SaaS Playbook: https://saasplaybook.com/

May 7, 202511 min

MicroConf Tactics: The Future of SaaS | 2025 Trends You NEED to Know

Rob Walling shares 5 predictions for the SaaS and broader startup market in 2025. Some of these represent great opportunity, and others will be big hurdles. Let us know what big disruptions that you see coming that he might have missed! Links from the Pod: MicroConf Remote MicroConf Growth Retreat Watch this video on YouTube TinySeed Portfolio Startups For the Rest of Us Episode 735 | The 8 Levels of SaaS Platform Risk (A Rob Solo Adventure) Linklo State of Independent SaaS 2024 Report Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Apr 23, 20259 min

MicroConf Tactics: 6 SaaS Ideas To Build in 2025 (Before Someone Else Does)...

In this video, Rob reviews six SaaS ideas sourced from Reddit threads. These ideas are unlikely to be worth billions of dollars, but they could grow into your next profitable SaaS business and let you walk away from your day job. Links from the Pod: MicroConf Connect Applications are closing Today April 9th MicroConf Growth Retreat Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Launchpad Inventory Management for Custom Apparel Business Integrating Ticketing Systems Across Customers ERP for small manufacturing facility Client Portal for a Retail (in person) business Simple MAM (media asset management) Museum Cataloging App Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Apr 9, 202517 min

MicroConf Tactics: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Hiring Guide for SaaS Founders

Rob Walling speaks from the stage at MicroConf US 2023 to share how to hire your SaaS team. He covers job titles & incentives, hiring paths, and how to fire yourself - all with a focus on bootstrapped and mostly bootstrapped companies. Episode Sponsor: As a founder, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun of building flashy new features. But failing to build a scalable architecture is a dangerous game. When your infrastructure can't keep up, you lose customer trust, miss sales, and watch your churn rate soar. If you need a partner to tackle the hard work of building scalable architecture, you should reach out to our friends at Techstack. Techstack has been helping US founders build scalable products for over a decade. Visit tech-stack.com/community to claim one of 10 exclusive spots for MicroConf listeners. You'll get a free discovery session plus 10% off your first month. Head there now before these spots are gone! Links from the Pod: Tickets for MC EU 2025 are on Sale Now MicroConf Masterminds Watch this video on YouTube Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Mar 26, 202532 min

MicroConf Tactics: Your Pricing is WRONG (even Sam Altman Made This Mistake)

Incorrectly pricing your SaaS product is the easiest way to accidentally kill your business. I'll tell you how to fix your pricing, how founders fall into the trap of charging too little, and why charging more can catapult your business's growth. Links from the Pod: Apply to MicroConf's Mastermind Matching Program before March 31st Invest in TinySeed Watch this video on YouTube Announcing a change in pricing and process TinySeed Portfolio The SaaS Playbook Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Mar 12, 202512 min

MicroConf Tactics: How to Find PROFITABLE Micro SaaS Ideas in 2025

In this video, Rob interviews Snir Alayof about his stair-step approach to building a portfolio of Micro SaaS apps for the monday.com marketplace. Snir reveals how he explored users' needs and validated potential solutions. He then details how his team launched, refined, and supported these apps to go from $0k to $30k+ MRR in less than a year. Links from the Pod: MicroConf Connect Applications will open next week from Mar 3-5th. Asia Orangio will be hosting a Connect Live session on March 13th. Watch this video on YouTube monday app marketplace Developer Documentation Get your FREE Developer Account Apps Developer Community Get your copy of the the eBook Follow Snir on LinkedIn Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Feb 26, 202520 min

MicroConf Tactics: 9 Signs It’s Time to SELL Your Business

When do you know it's time to sell your company? After speaking with hundreds of founders, Rob and Dr. Sherry Walling identified 9 signs that it may be time for an exit. If you've dreamed of selling your business, pay attention to these signs, and strategize your exit. Links from the Pod: TinySeed Applications are Open until Feb 23rd Watch this video on YouTube Back Exit Strategy on Kickstarter Read a Free Chapter of Exit Strategy Rich vs. King in the Real World: Why I sold my company Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Feb 12, 202510 min

MicroConf Tactics: Startup Founders, Do THIS to Beat Imposter Syndrome

Many founders struggle with Imposter Syndrome and wonder how to get past it. It often shows up in different forms at the various stages in their founder journeys. Rob shares some of the forms that imposter syndrome takes and offers actionable advice if you are feeling like a fraud. Episode Sponsor: As a founder, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun of building flashy new features. But failing to build a scalable architecture is a dangerous game. When your infrastructure can't keep up, you lose customer trust, miss sales, and watch your churn rate soar. If you need a partner to tackle the hard work of building scalable architecture, you should reach out to our friends at Techstack. Techstack has been helping US founders build scalable products for over a decade. Visit tech-stack.com/community to claim one of 10 exclusive spots for MicroConf listeners. You'll get a free discovery session plus 10% off your first month. Head there now before these spots are gone! Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube MC US Ticket prices go up on Jan 31st The Stair Step Method of Bootstrapping Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jan 29, 202510 min

MicroConf Tactics: STOP Building Your Audience (Do THIS Instead)

If you want to build an amazing SaaS product, building an audience is almost never the best use of your time. Rob shares what to do instead, giving practical tips on how to build a network and the benefits that it can provide your business. Links from the Pod: MicroConf Connect Applications are open until the end of today, Jan 15th Watch this video on YouTube MicroConf The SaaS Playbook The Startups For the Rest of Us State of Independent SaaS 2024 Report Ship Fast TinySeed Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jan 15, 202515 min

MicroConf Tactics: If I Started SaaS in 2024, Here’s My B2B Content Strategy for $1M ARR

Rob Walling takes the stage at MicroConf US 2024 in Atlanta to share his framework for B2B SaaS content marketing. After wasting thousands of dollars taking the wrong approach in marketing Drip in the early days, Rob shares how he would apply the 5 stages of customer awareness to B2B SaaS. Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube Register for MicroConf US 2025 in New Orleans Watch the rest of the MicroConf US 2024 Atlanta talks Solve Your Customer Acquisition Problem TinySeed Semrush SignWell Userlist SessionLab Veed F5Bot Syften Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jan 1, 202530 min

MicroConf Tactics: How to Make SaaS Enterprise Sales (5 SIMPLE Steps)

One of the biggest growth levers in your SaaS business is to embrace enterprise sales. Craig Hewitt, founder of Castos, shares how to drive sales so that you're not leaving revenue on the table. Links from the Pod: The SaaS Launchpad – Start Free with “The DNA of a Great SaaS Idea” Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Launchpad The SaaS Playbook Craig's YouTube Channel Castos Craig Hewitt (@TheCraigHewitt) | X Effective Marketing Starts With the Perfect Customer Persona Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Dec 18, 202411 min

MicroConf Tactics: This Pricing Strategy is DISASTROUS (unless...)

Choosing the right pricing strategy for your bootstrapped SaaS is critical. Freemium can be alluring, but it's not a pricing strategy – it's actually a marketing strategy. In this video, I'll explain why freemium is so tricky, and why you should almost always avoid it. Links from the Pod: MicroConf Masterminds Applications Close on December 4th We are relaunching MicroConf Connect! Watch this video on YouTube Get access to the full 9+ hour course today, The SaaS Launchpad Episode 717 | Bootstrapping to $1.3M ARR and 300,000 Free Users Episode 725 | SEO in the Age of AI, Freemium, When Brand Becomes Important, and More Advanced Listener Questions (with Ruben Gamez) Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Dec 4, 202410 min

MicroConf Tactics: 6 Lessons From My MOST SUCCESSFUL Investments in B2B SaaS

In this video, I look at my investments across TinySeed to distill six lessons that you can use to inform decisions in your own B2B SaaS. If it sounds like I'm describing your company and you're looking for the right amount of funding and mentorship, apply for TinySeed's Fall 2024 batch. Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: MicroConf Mastermind applications are open until December 4th Watch this video on YouTube Apply to TinySeed TinySeed Portfolio State of Independent SaaS Startups For the Rest of Us Startups for the Rest of Us YouTube Channel Episode 729 | 9 Things I’ve Learned Investing in 170+ SaaS Companies Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Nov 20, 202411 min

MicroConf Tactics: 7 CRUCIAL Things Every SaaS Landing Page Should Have (with examples)

A great landing page is a tool that you will use to convert your website visitors into paying customers. Tracy shares several key ingredients that you need on your landing page, why they are effective, and show many examples of each. Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: MicroConf Remote goes live on November 20th MicroConf Mastermind applications are open until November 29th Watch this video on YouTube TinySeed The SaaS Launchpad Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Nov 6, 202420 min

MicroConf Tactics: How to Find Your FIRST 10 SaaS Customers (6 PROVEN Strategies)

It's easy to get caught in the trap of building your product before marketing it. I'll show you a repeatable, predictable approach to marketing your SaaS before you even start coding. Following this approach will increase your chances of finding success without relying on luck. Episode Sponsor: Techstack Struggling with tech decisions? Techstack, with over a decade of experience in startup software development, can help. They specialize in building proof of concepts, launching MVPs without a full team, and filling skill gaps with expert developers who integrate seamlessly. One client's collaboration with Techstack led to unicorn status in just six years. Whether you're launching an MVP, expanding your team, or optimizing your codebase, Techstack has the expertise to accelerate your tech journey. Exclusive offer for MicroConf listeners: 10% off your first month of development. The first 10 to reach out also get a free, in-depth tech assessment and expert consultation (a $3,000 value) in development, architecture, infrastructure, or project management. Don't let tech challenges slow you down. Contact Techstack to supercharge your startup's growth today. Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Launchpad Startups For the Rest of Us Podcast The SaaS Playbook TinySeed Episode 717 | Bootstrapping to $1.3M ARR and 300,000 Free Users Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Oct 23, 202412 min

MicroConf Tactics: 7 Surprising SaaS Trends Every Founder Must Know in 2024

Wish you could look at the metrics of your competitors? This year MicroConf surveyed 700 startups to see what is making them grow fastest, and what's slowing them down. Rob is joined by Asia Orangio to analyze the results of the 2024 State of Independent SaaS Report. Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Launchpad TinySeed Applications Are Open Until Sept 15th To get your copy of the full report, head to https://www.stateofindiesaas.com Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Oct 9, 202426 min

MicroConf Tactics: 5 Small Changes To Improve Your SaaS Product FOREVER

Do you already have a validated SaaS idea, with some semblance of Product-Market Fit? In this video, Rob shares 5 tactical ways you can take your SaaS to the next level. Refining your pricing, adjusting your signup flow, and improving your onboarding are all powerful levers you can pull to unlock new growth for your SaaS business! Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube State of Independent SaaS 2024 Report Startups For the Rest of Us TinySeed Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Sep 25, 202412 min

Launch a PROFITABLE SaaS - The SaaS Launchpad is Live!

Get all the details at https://www.saaslaunchpad.co Building a startup is hard! What if you could avoid the pitfalls, mistakes, and setbacks that will derail your progress and motivation? I've put everything I know about starting a profitable SaaS into one place. Avoid the mistakes I've seen too many first time founders make. Get access today to the full 9+ hour course today: https://www.saaslaunchpad.co

Sep 11, 20244 min

MicroConf Tactics: 8 Niche Problems To Solve with Your Next SaaS Idea

Your next SaaS idea starts with solving a problem. Here are 8 new, niche problems that we've discovered with some explanations for each. If they seem like a good fit for you, check out Rob's 5 PM Pre-Validation framework, and get down to work... Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Launchpad Apply for TinySeed Episode 628 | The 5 PM Pre-Validation Framework TinySeed On-Prem Version of Google Web Tools Better Software for Managing a Cleaning Business Google Scholar for Niches State of Independent SaaS Report Affordable Digital Asset Manager (DAM) AI Software Troubleshooting Industry Conference Aggregator iCodeThis for Data Scientists Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Aug 28, 202410 min

MicroConf Tactics: How To Plan Your MVP (Minimum Viable Product) in 5 Simple Steps

If you aren't careful, it's easy to waste time and energy building an MVP, or Minimum Viable Product, for a SaaS idea that no one is willing to pay for. This video lays out the 5 steps you should take to plan your MVP before you start building. It'll help you define your testable hypotheses, guide you on which metrics to consider as you plan and build, and will help you avoid feature bloat in the early days. Links from the Pod: The SaaS Launchpad Watch this video on YouTube MicroConf Masterminds The SaaS Playbook How To Create An MVP (Minimum Viable Product) - STEP BY STEP Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Aug 14, 202411 min

MicroConf Tactics: 8 B2B Marketing Strategies That Got My Startup to $10 Million (and 1 that FAILED)

Which marketing strategies are best for growing your B2B startup? Rob chats with Greg Digneo about the marketing strategies he used to drive growth at Time Doctor to over $10 million in ARR. Greg gives practical examples of how his team used these marketing channels and Rob draws on his own experiences from growing Drip, covered in The SaaS Playbook. Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube Join us in MicroConf Connect The SaaS Playbook The Stair Step Method of Bootstrapping Greg Digneo | LinkedIn Content Guppy Time Doctor Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jul 31, 202423 min

MicroConf Tactics: How Ben Chestnut Bootstrapped Mailchimp to a $12 Billion Exit

Ben Chestnut, co-founder of Mailchimp joins Rob Walling on the stage at MicroConf US 2024 in Atlanta. They discuss Mailchimp's origin as a side project from a web consulting firm, its accidental yet pivotal adoption of the freemium model, and the company's growth to a $12 billion exit. Ben shares insights on scaling the business, emphasizing the importance of operational excellence and fostering a creative culture. He also reflects on the challenges of serving small businesses versus enterprise clients and the decision not to develop a customer success team. Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube Join us in MicroConf Connect Upcoming MicroConf Events This Is How Apple Rolls Intuit to Acquire Mailchimp Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jul 17, 202432 min

MicroConf Tactics: 12 Ways to Make Money with CODING

If you're a programmer, your skillset in coding can open the door to entrepreneurship. Whether you dream of building products, teaching others, or starting a SaaS, here are 12 ways that you can start making money. Following the Stair Step Method of Bootstrapping can help you turn your side income into a full-blown business over time. Links from the Pod: Watch this video on YouTube 75+ SaaS Marketplaces The Stair Step Method of Bootstrapping TinySeed Startups For the Rest of Us Episode 688 Programming With Mosh Theo - t3․gg Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jul 3, 202413 min

MicroConf Tactics: Vertical SaaS vs Horizontal SaaS - Which is More Profitable?

If you operate a B2B SaaS company, you typically fit into one of two categories: vertical SaaS or horizontal SaaS. But which category is superior? For those in the early stages of a SaaS venture and unfamiliar with these distinctions, this video will help you decide which direction to go with your SaaS business. Episode Sponsor: This week’s podcast was sponsored by Lemon.io. Cut down on hiring time by working with vetted devs at competitive rates. Get 15% off your first 4 weeks working with their engineers. https://lemon.io/microconf Links from the Pod: MicroConf Connect Watch this video on YouTube The SaaS Playbook TinySeed Start Small, Stay Small Subscribe to the MicroConf YouTube Channel

Jun 19, 202410 min