Customer Think

DECEMBER 5, 2021

Your startup is like your baby! Just like a baby demands all your attention at all times during the growth period, a startup requires the same. To build a startup from scratch, there are many aspects that play an indispensable role. And it is not that easy to handle. A good team, better finances, a […].

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Finance 119

Customer Think

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

Building a strong company culture is critical for success in the fast-paced realm of startups. The life of startup leaders revolves around spending hours meeting with potential customers and investors. But as your business and employee base grow, don’t neglect to set time and energy aside to foster your startup culture.

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Customer Think

DECEMBER 31, 2021

For the last decade, startups have been doing really well. Over the world, millions of startups are created by entrepreneurs. Thousands of startups are now generating millions of companies. “A An early-stage venture called startup with limited resources […].

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Digitalization Leadership Marketing 139

Help Scout

AUGUST 22, 2023

Learn how to define your audience, goals, and channels to build a customer acquisition strategy for your startup that gets results. Read the full article

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Acquisition 88

Openview

JANUARY 26, 2021

The post How Atlanta’s Calendly turned a scheduling nightmare into a $3B startup appeared first on OpenView.

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Zendesk

DECEMBER 18, 2020

While a rich, modern messaging experience is a technical reality, it may feel out of reach for startups who are, say, establishing a customer support team for the first time. Already, 69 percent of customers use messaging to contact customer service , and the reality is, they will expect this even from startups. Let’s get started.

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Retail Media Software Software 98

Hubspot Sales

JANUARY 21, 2019

You might be in the midst of launching a startup. Maybe you’ve planned out your path into the world of startups and have yet to start … or perhaps you’ve simply dreamed about your startup behind-the-scenes. When you hear the word “startup,” what’s the first thing that comes to mind? I’m glad you're here.

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Insightly

MAY 13, 2022

When you launch a startup you must give careful consideration to the tools you will use. In this post, you’ll learn what you should look for in a CRM for a startup and why Insightly is the best solution for getting your business off the ground. Why your startup needs a CRM. Your new startup doesn’t come with customers.

CRM 98

CRM Software Software Prioritization 98

Hubspot Sales

JUNE 22, 2023

Can you guess the number one killer of startups? Let’s say it at the same time: premature obsession with top-line revenue growth! Oh, wait, that wasn’t the same thing you were thinking? You see, it's not really a matter of if you should scale your business — it's more a question of when. Now, that’s not to say we shouldn’t focus on growth.

Organization 110

Organization Sales 110

Hubspot Sales

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Raising startup funding is one of the most exciting, challenging times for a company. If successful, the startup has the capital to continue building its products or providing new features to customers. Fortunately for entrepreneurs, startup funding is at an all-time high. How Startup Funding Works. The downside?

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Customer Think

JANUARY 6, 2024

Here’s an exploration of the strategic moves fashion startups […] For emergent fashion labels in 2024, the ability to anticipate and adapt to these shifts isn’t just beneficial—it’s imperative.

Digitalization 59

Digitalization Marketing 59

Hubspot Sales

MAY 7, 2020

I have been working with startup companies for nearly 40 years. I joined my first startup in 1983 when my boss left the company I was working for to join a competitor. Roger: I am going to a startup company! Me: What is a startup? Me: What is a startup? Me: I’m in — I love startups. What Is A Startup?

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Business Planning Investors Profitability Innovation 105

Hubspot Sales

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Your startup is gaining traction, and you’re bringing on an all-star team and board of advisors to help you build your company and want to offer them equity in exchange for their talents and services. But let’s be honest, distributing equity in a startup isn’t an intuitive process. Today’s lesson in business ownership: startup equity.

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Investors Finance Negotiation Decision-making 111

CoSell

JANUARY 7, 2021

Startups Move Faster A startup can be perceived as more innovative and can keep a larger enterprise ahead of its competitors. There’s no question that startups are all about speed. A startup offers a unique value to a larger company. Customers and systems can be exactly what startups most often need.

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Innovation Decision-making Government Acquisition 98

Zendesk

AUGUST 10, 2021

SaaS startups have a real opportunity to capitalize on the shift to a truly digital-first world, and among the top cloud companies named in the Forbes Cloud 100 this year, the vast majority are using Zendesk to give their customers a great experience. Read on to see why so many of these startups are investing in CX—and why you should be too.

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Software Software Decision-making Prioritization 98

Help Scout

JANUARY 12, 2022

Follow these nine startup customer service tips to get started creating an excellent experience for your prospects and customers. Read the full article

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Hubspot Sales

DECEMBER 9, 2021

But those kinds of events can run your company a lot of cash — and when you're working within the confines of a startup budget, you might not have the room for some extravagant celebration. There are some ways you can throw a holiday party for your team on a startup budget. A startup budget doesn't have to kill the fun.

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Customer Think

JULY 17, 2021

Software as a Service has been a fantastic innovation for Startups. Gone are the days when a new business had to design, test, and implement their own IT applications. One aspect of quality software development has, however, become even more crucial. This is user testing.

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Innovation Software Software 116

LinkedFusion

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

SaaS startups are blooming in every nook and corner of the world. While the benefits of building SaaS startups are huge, there has been high competition as well. This continual stream of revenue remains the primary attraction that inspires people to build SaaS startups. What is SaaS? SaaS is simple to access and easy to use.

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Internet Acquisition Customer Life Cycle Decision-making 52

Force Management

JANUARY 19, 2023

It’s the dream of any tech startup – to reach a valuation of $1 billion without an IPO. If you’re a leader in a high-growth tech sector, you’ve probably heard the phrase “unicorn company.” But what do companies in this coveted spot have that puts them so far ahead of the competition?

Sales 83

Sales 83

Zendesk

AUGUST 4, 2021

The startup world is characterized by its punchy work culture, agility, and ping pong tables. Because cloud computing is the norm in our distributed, digital-first world, and startups need digital-first support strategies to help them grow by gaining and retaining customers. Scaling your startup with customer service. “In

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Software Software Decision-making Investors 98

Insightly

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

When you launch a startup you must give careful consideration to the tools you will use. In this post, you’ll learn what you should look for in a CRM for a startup and why Insightly is the best solution for getting your business off the ground. Why your startup needs a CRM Your new startup doesn’t come with customers.

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CRM Software Software Prioritization 52

ACT

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

To stand out in the highly competitive startup world, improve retention rates, and attract new customers, small businesses and startups must provide a consistent and memorable customer experience. Why do startups need CRM software? Most startups lack the resources to invest in systems and processes. Let’s dive in.

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CRM Small Business Customer Experience Digitalization 52

Aepiphanni

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

If you aim to steer clear of the ruins of failed tech startups, avoid these 5 business mistakes that tech founders make over and over again.

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Small Business Business Growth Acquisition Marketing 52

Aepiphanni

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

If you aim to steer clear of the ruins of failed tech startups, avoid these 5 business mistakes that tech founders make over and over again.

Small Business 52

Small Business Business Growth Acquisition Marketing 52

Customer Think

MARCH 27, 2023

But for startups, resources are often scarce and frugality is necessary. Top companies worldwide invests millions in delivering the best possible customer experience. So, they have to use every tactic at their disposal to enhance customer experience. Here, storytelling can be the differentiator.

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Customer Experience Digitalization Marketing 69

Zendesk

AUGUST 20, 2021

In the ongoing aftermath of COVID-19, healthtech startups around the world are rising to the occasion (and raising huge funding rounds ) to help reimagine the healthcare industry. Here are a few recent examples of healthtech making headlines: Digital healthtech startups raised a record $7.2 Magnus Peterson, COO at Mindler.

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Customer Think

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

Source: Pexels The fast-paced and flexible culture of product-based startups is making them the go-to choice for fresh talent entering the workforce. Startups are ever-transforming, with a strong emphasis on digital growth.

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ACT

MARCH 22, 2023

Startups play a crucial role in economic growth and prosperity. In 2020, the global startup economy created nearly $3 trillion in value. From encouraging tech innovation to creating new employment opportunities, startups are a key pillar of modern society. Nevertheless, running a startup is like completing an obstacle course.

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CRM Marketing Small Business Facilitation 52

Apptivo

JUNE 8, 2022

All About CRM for startup. How does CRM benefit startups? What are the challenges CRM poses for startups? How to determine which CRM is right for a startup? Working at a startup comes with its own challenges. A lot of questions could arise: Why does the startup need a CRM? How does CRM benefit startups?

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CRM Decision-making Onboarding Acquisition 52

Customer Think

OCTOBER 28, 2023

There are some books that every Startup Founder should read at least once. Today, we will share with you four books that changed how our team manages products and startup development. Secrets of Sand Hill Road: Venture Capital and How to Get It” is a book about venture capital and getting funding for your startup. […]

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Management Leadership 52

Groove HQ

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

The post 9 Best Knowledge Base Software Options for Startups and Small Businesses appeared first on Groove Blog. A comprehensive guide to the best knowledge base software for your business.

Small Business 114

Small Business Software Software 114

Hubspot Sales

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

If your startup were a Netflix series, the cap table would be the credits rolling at the end of each episode. A cap table, or capitalization table, is a chart typically used by startups to show ownership stakes in the business. So, whatever type of episode your startup turns out to be, don't forget to write down the credits.

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Hubspot Sales

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Do you follow the mantra "move fast and break things" to build your startup? If so, you're not alone — this way of thinking has driven startup culture for the past decade. Although it sounds like a daunting task, there are resources available to help startup founders scale their businesses in a mindful way. Lean Startup Process.

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Value Proposition Suppliers Innovation Business Planning 87

Openview

AUGUST 27, 2019

The post Axonius, a cybersecurity asset management startup, raises $20M in Series B appeared first on OpenView.

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Cybersecurity Management 153

Zendesk

DECEMBER 28, 2020

And who better to talk to about disruption than startups? Read on to learn about startups working to make the post-pandemic world a better place. Join us for the Sit Down Startup podcast, where we sit down (virtually) for casual, coffeehouse conversations with startup founders, CEOs, and CX leaders. Season 2 is here.

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Zendesk

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

It’s no secret to early-stage founders: the startups funding landscape is different today than it was even a year ago. With funding harder to come by in a relatively less stable period for the global economy, venture capital firms are looking more carefully at startups before determining who gets the green light. A total of $8.40

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