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Startups need dual theories on distribution and product/market fit. One is not enough

Andrew Chen

It’s hard to be a product without a strong theory of distribution Here’s a common startup situation. A team busts their ass for months building the first version of their product. Now a big question emerges — how do you get the first people to use your product? There are over 9 million mobile apps.

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11 Key SaaS Roles and Responsibilities in 2023

Userpilot

Confused about trying to understand SaaS roles? SaaS companies have many moving parts, and it can be difficult to determine who does what. In this article, we’ve outlined the major roles that move the needle in terms of product growth alongside their KPIs and current salary ranges. What is a SaaS business model?

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10 Biggest SaaS Challenges: How to Protect Your Business and Ensure Growth

Userpilot

While product growth may seem as simple as “attract customers to your Software-as-a-Service solution” there are countless SaaS challenges and customer issues that you’ll need to overcome along the way. Why do SaaS companies face challenges?

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How UX Researchers Can 4X Their Usability Test Response Rates With Userpilot

Userpilot

Usability testing is an invaluable resource for UX researchers…but only if you’re able to recruit participants in the first place. This is a problem that our own UX researcher at Userpilot, Lisa, faced when she tried recruiting participants the traditional way. What’s the business impact of this challenge for SaaS teams?

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How to Become a SaaS Product Manager Without Experience

The Product HQ

Looking to become a SaaS product manager? The need for SaaS product managers is skyrocketing with each passing year. More and more businesses develop Software as a Service (SaaS) products to remain relevant in their respective markets and grow their income streams. Let’s dive right in.

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What Does a Software Product Manager Do?

The Product HQ

In the case of someone like a Software product manager, this may prove challenging. After all, product managers have different duties and tasks depending on their organization and industry. That said, product managers have the same responsibilities. What does a Software Product Manager do?

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The 7 Best Free SaaS Software Training Resources

Userpilot

Today, many software companies are delivering their software over the internet via web-based log-ins compared to traditional installed software. You might use SaaS applications daily already, cloud software like Google Drive, Zoom or Slack. Or are you wanting to code and develop software? The metrics (ie.