Why do You Run a Startup? Here’s My Why
I met Anders in MicroConf Europe. When he introduces himself, he says something like this: “Hi, I’m Anders. My goal is happiness. I want to be happy and make people happy… and I run a software...
View ArticleLearn SaaS Metrics in Bite-Sized Pieces (Free Course)
Would you like to get some tips, tricks and inspiration on how to use SaaS metrics in practice? I’ve compiled a set of tiny tips on metrics and finances into an email course. Join the Bite-Sized...
View ArticleOne year of running a SaaS analytics app
It’s one year since I charged FirstOfficer.io’s pilot customers for the first time. I’m proud to say that they all are still onboard and their businesses are healthy and happy. My own business has...
View ArticleWhat is Deferred Revenue and why your startup needs to know it?
When you’re looking for funding, investors may ask about your Deferred Revenue. But you may not have this number if you are still using cash-basis accounting. Lots of businesses choose to delay moving...
View ArticleJust launched? Here’s why You should focus on acquisition, not on churn
“I’m interested in hearing your motivations for focusing on customer acquisition while my churn rate is so high. Wouldn’t it be better to focus on my product, the onboarding and getting people more...
View Article4 reasons why your marketing funnel should be super simple
Do you feel that your blogging and social media marketing efforts are going to waste? Do you feel that you can’t keep up with everything? You’re no longer sure which profile to use to publish which...
View ArticleKill these 3 fears to succeed in business
These 3 fears can hurt any entrepreneur, but you may be in for extra risk if you think of yourself as a bootstrapper instead of entrepreneur. Just be honest: Do you really label yourself based on how...
View ArticleMy Busyness Rehabilitation Program
Do you have to skip interesting opportunities because you’re too busy? Do you ever wonder how some entrepreneurs seem to have plenty of free time while you work around the clock? If you do, I know how...
View ArticleStartups are a gamble, learn how to play the game
How can some entrepreneurs keep on starting new ventures after they fail? Why do some entrepreneurs end up as a bitter mess after they fail? What is it that makes you unstoppable? I grew up in an...
View ArticleThe best SaaS metrics articles in 2015
Here’s the ultimate list of the very best SaaS metrics articles and resources from 2015. These articles have great insights for taking your SaaS business to the next level in 2016. I expect that you’re...
View ArticleIt’s a new year, meet Social Henry
TL;DR I’m taking a break from blogging to spend some quality time with my new product Social Henry. I will keep on publishing Turbine newsletter which you can subscribe here. Years ago, I struck a deal...
View ArticleStripe: When should I charge prorated subscriptions immediately?
My old article on Best Practices for Using Stripe API has been super popular and you’ve been asking for more! Here are couple of tips for handling subscription upgrades with Stripe API. When is...
View ArticleThe toxic way we compare our businesses (and a better way)
We had a new mastermind member. Everyone was supposed to present their business, with MRRs. Suddenly I felt very inadequate and heard myself saying: “It’s not much, but what’s left after the costs is...
View ArticleSaaS owners’ guide to Privacy Shield
What is EU-U.S. Privacy Shield? What does it have to do with EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Directive? Do I need to certify my SaaS? Why and when should I certify? What practical...
View ArticleJust launched? Here’s why You should focus on acquisition, not on churn
“I’m interested in hearing your motivations for focusing on customer acquisition while my churn rate is so high. Wouldn’t it be better to focus on my product, the onboarding and getting people more...
View Article4 reasons why your marketing funnel should be super simple
Do you feel that your blogging and social media marketing efforts are going to waste? Do you feel that you can’t keep up with everything? You’re no longer sure which profile to use to publish which...
View ArticleKill these 3 fears to succeed in business
These 3 fears can hurt any entrepreneur, but you may be in for extra risk if you think of yourself as a bootstrapper instead of entrepreneur.Just be honest: Do you really label yourself based on how...
View ArticleMy Busyness Rehabilitation Program
Do you have to skip interesting opportunities because you’re too busy? Do you ever wonder how some entrepreneurs seem to have plenty of free time while you work around the clock?If you do, I know how...
View ArticleStartups are a gamble, learn how to play the game
How can some entrepreneurs keep on starting new ventures after they fail? Why do some entrepreneurs end up as a bitter mess after they fail? What is it that makes you unstoppable?I grew up in an...
View ArticleThe best SaaS metrics articles in 2015
Here’s the ultimate list of the very best SaaS metrics articles and resources from 2015. These articles have great insights for taking your SaaS business to the next level in 2016.I expect that you’re...
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