View from Seed

APRIL 6, 2021

We invest nationally across Consumer and B2B, while most of our investments are based in NYC, SF/Bay Area, and Boston. About NextView. NextView is a thematic, seed-stage VC firm focused on the Everyday Economy with $200M+ of committed capital under management.

Technical Review 317

Technical Review Software Review Seed Stage Cofounder 317

Duct Tape Marketing

MARCH 17, 2023

How To Scale Your B2B Marketing Strategy written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing Marketing Podcast with Louis Gudema In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interview Louis Gudema. Louis is a fractional CMO for B2B companies, and mentors startups at MIT. And I, that's really my expertise.

B2B 97

B2B Marketing B2C ChatGPT 97

Duct Tape Marketing

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Shattering The Mold: Unleashing the Creator Economy in B2B Marketing written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Christie Horsman In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Christie Horsman, who brings a decade of expertise in both B2B and B2C marketing within the SaaS arena.

B2B 92

B2B Marketing B2C Community 92

View from Seed

JULY 6, 2020

We invest nationally across Consumer and B2B, while most of our investments are based in NYC, SF/Bay Area, and Boston. About NextView. NextView is a thematic, seed-stage VC firm focused on the Everyday Economy with $200M of committed capital under management.

Technical Review 257

Technical Review Software Review Hiring Seed Stage 257

Startup Professionals Musings

AUGUST 24, 2022

With the internet at our fingertips, even B2B customers research and compare solutions, completing 50-90% of the work before a sales rep is contacted. Long sales cycles obscure beginning and end of costs. More empowered buyers have resulted in longer sales cycles. People no longer go straight to the source to make purchase decisions.

Acquisition 250

Acquisition Cost Customer Sales Cycle 250

VC Cafe

MARCH 16, 2025

Commoditisation of AI Features: this is frankly also a challenge for B2B startups. At Remagine Ventures , about half of our investments are in B2C startups and even when we invest in B2B it’s largely in consumer areas like gaming, commerce, search, creator economy etc. What will it take for founders to win in consumer?

Technical Review 78

Technical Review B2C Generative AI IPO 78

View from Seed

JANUARY 27, 2021

We invest nationally across Consumer and B2B software, while most of our investments are based in NYC, SF/Bay Area, and Boston. About NextView. NextView is a thematic, seed-stage VC firm focused on the Everyday Economy with over $200M of committed capital under management.

Operations 227

Operations Hiring Seed Stage Software Review 227

View from Seed

OCTOBER 5, 2016

The more verticalized your startup’s offering, especially if the venture is B2B, the more opportunity there is to identify industry insiders who will care about your company. Extend this list to not just people you know but people who you can reach or where your story would resonate if it’s a cold outreach (more on that below).

Angel Investor 332

Angel Investor Boston Seed Stage Syndication 332

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 20, 2021

Here's a list of some B2B marketing agencies that are acing the market in their way. The post A Look At Some Great B2B Marketing Agencies appeared first on Young Upstarts. Digital marketing has gained popularity on the market over recent times.

B2B 279

B2B Marketing 279

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 27, 2021

An ideal B2B eCommerce platform is meant to be used as a sales enablement tool that will significantly improve the buying journey as well as the sales team’s efficiency. The post How B2B eCommerce Platforms Enable Sales appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 246

B2B eCommerce Sales 246

YoungUpstarts

JULY 29, 2021

To find out when professional support really is essential and what it’s worth spending your budget on, take a look at these four B2B services every startup needs. The post 4 B2B Services Every Startup Needs appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 246

B2B Startup 246

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 8, 2022

The digitization of B2B payments is happening. The post 6 B2B Payment Trends In 2022 appeared first on Young Upstarts. In 2022, we’ll continue to see companies replace checks with electronic payments. But a lot of it isn’t true digital transformation, says Rick Fletcher.

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B2B 246

YoungUpstarts

APRIL 28, 2022

Brand building is a crucial part of B2B marketing, but it takes intention and effort to execute it successfully. The post Take A Long-Term Mindset To B2B Branding appeared first on Young Upstarts. Paul Cash and James Trezona explain.

B2B 260

B2B Marketing 260

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

An effective B2B eCommerce digital experience platform enables organizations to grow and scale easily, meeting new market demands and customer needs. The post The Benefits Of B2B Wholesale Marketplaces appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 242

B2B eCommerce Demand Customer 242

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 31, 2022

Here we look at what you should be asking the B2B web design agencies you are considering. The post Crucial Questions To Ask A B2B Web Design Agency appeared first on Young Upstarts. How do you a choose the web design agency that’s right for you and your project?

B2B 273

B2B Web Design 273

YoungUpstarts

DECEMBER 3, 2022

Hiring a B2B market research company? The primary criteria should be the B2B research company's experience and reputation. The post Key Factors To Consider When Hiring A B2B Market Research Company appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 278

B2B Hiring Marketing Reputation 278

View from Seed

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Enterprise SaaS/B2B software – account executives (AEs) and sales developement reps (SDRs). .: Product/Design/Engineering headcount – need to bring on a full-time PM and/or designer with X product milestones; rough estimates of engineering headcount by stage.

Part-Time VPE 195

Part-Time VPE Seed Stage CTO Hire Forecast 195

YoungUpstarts

MAY 21, 2020

For a B2B product, this means figuring out what kinds of businesses are suited for your product. However if your idea offers something to homeowners, you will need to attract a different audience. What is their size, industry and location?

Product 264

Product Cofounder Audience Product Development 264

VC Cafe

JULY 26, 2020

Single users can test enterprise software using a credit card. In 2020, there is no second chance to make a first impression.

Lean 214

Lean Seed Capital Startup Burn Rate 214

VC Cafe

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Whether you are a B2B SaaS company or a B2C mobile app, knowing how your business stacks up against industry averages can help you make informed decisions and drive growth. For example, in B2B SaaS conversion, OpenView Partners 2022 benchmark report found that the average conversion rate for B2B SaaS businesses was 7.3%

Retention 109

Retention Conversion Churn Rate B2C 109

YoungUpstarts

MARCH 23, 2021

Here's a look at various ways in which B2B SEO campaigns, whether they are being run in-house or by an SEO agency, can benefit from the insights that are provided by PPC campaigns. . The post How B2B SEOs Can Source Valuable Insights From Their PPC Counterparts appeared first on Young Upstarts.

PPC 246

PPC B2B SEO Campaign 246

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 13, 2022

Instagram offers a unique yet useful platform in looking for solid opportunities for any B2B marketing campaign. The post B2B Marketing: 3 Tips That Will Guarantee Your Breakthrough On Instagram appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 244

B2B Marketing Campaign Social Media 244

A Smart Bear: Startups and Marketing for Geeks

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

Also this is almost exclusively B2B unless it’s something “luxury.” . $100/mo means people expect to be able to call support, and if a competitor is substantially better, it’s probably worth the effort to switch.

Bootstrapping 294

Bootstrapping Technical Review B2C Sales Cycle 294

Up and Running

JANUARY 18, 2021

That same research highlights the preference extends to B2B and B2C customers, and only 20% of B2B shoppers want to return to in-person sales. We’ve seen it in the marketing and sales for smaller eCommerce companies and even in some B2B circles. There’s a desire to look local and focus smaller.

eCommerce 150

eCommerce B2B Forecast Demand 150

YoungUpstarts

JULY 7, 2020

And when you are confident enough of your brand, you can level up by listing your products on different B2B (business-to-business) website. Having more options in which you can showcase your products greatly helps in developing your brand name. You can use different social media platforms for starter.

Reputation 237

Reputation B2B Technical Review Social Media 237

YoungUpstarts

JUNE 22, 2022

Running a B2B apparel eCommerce business? The post 4 Tips For Succeeding With Your B2B Apparel eCommerce Business appeared first on Young Upstarts. Here are some tips to help get you on the right track to success and profitability.

B2B 246

B2B eCommerce 246

YoungUpstarts

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The benefits of being a B2B business can mean that you’re able to increase your success from an early stage and grow your enterprise at a faster speed. . The post The Benefits Of Being A B2B Business appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 207

B2B Early Stage 207

YoungUpstarts

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The post 5 Tricks To Increase B2B Sales For Your Company This Year appeared first on Young Upstarts. Looking to grow your business? These five tips will allow you to remain at the forefront of innovation and consequently grow your business.

B2B 240

B2B Sales 240

Duct Tape Marketing

MARCH 19, 2025

How to Outrank Big Competitors in Search written by John Jantsch read more at Duct Tape Marketing The Duct Tape Marketing Podcast with Sam Dunning In this episode of the Duct Tape Marketing Podcast , I interviewed Sam Dunning, founder of Breaking B2B, an SEO firm specializing in SEO for revenuenot vanity metrics. So Sam, welcome to the show.

Search 44

Search SEO ChatGPT Technical Review 44

YoungUpstarts

JANUARY 15, 2019

He has more than 14 years of experience in B2B digital marketing, optimization, and operations, with a focus on the financial services market. . Joseph Brady is Senior Director of Digital Marketing for Reliant Funding , a provider of short-term working capital to small and mid-sized businesses nationwide.

Small Business 196

Small Business Software Review Technical Review Viral 196

ConversionXL

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Understand that B2B buyers are still humans. Maya Shah-Ceccotti , senior product marketing manager at ScreenCloud, claims that marketers in the B2B space often neglect that end buyers are still humans who are only representing businesses. There is no reason why the same shouldn’t apply to B2B customers.

Product 127

Product Marketing B2B Technical Review 127

YoungUpstarts

AUGUST 24, 2020

What comes into your mind when you hear B2B marketing strategies ? You have to employ both traditional and digital B2B marketing tactics to stay ahead in today’s competitive marketplace. You have to employ both traditional and digital B2B marketing tactics to stay ahead in today’s competitive marketplace.

B2B 165

B2B Marketing Social Media B2C 165

View from Seed

APRIL 27, 2020

We invest in both B2B and consumer companies that aspire to shape the lives of millions of mass market end users. Our mantra is to “design the future we want to live in”, and so we pursue themes along these lines like “ healthy living ”, “ economic access ”, and “ conversational and voice computing”.

Cofounder 194

Cofounder Software Review Portfolio Technical Review 194

Duct Tape Marketing

DECEMBER 12, 2024

As a co-founder of TACK and author of B2B Influencer Marketing: Work With Creators to Generate Authentic and Effective Marketing , Bennett reveals the transformative power of authentic creator partnerships in today’s competitive business landscape. He's also the author of a book we're going to talk about today.

B2B 74

B2B Marketing B2C Social Media 74

YoungUpstarts

MAY 25, 2021

B2B credit card processors help make it easier for clients to pay you instantly. The post Why Should I Use A B2B Credit Card Processing Company? There are a few other benefits you can consider as well. appeared first on Young Upstarts.

B2B 211

B2B 211

VC Cafe

MARCH 1, 2024

AI to build enterprise software – In the future, every enterprise could have their own custom ERP, CRM or HRIS that is continually updating itself as the company itself is changing.

Artificial Inteligence 176

Artificial Inteligence Technical Review Software Review Generative AI 176

The Startup Magazine

AUGUST 3, 2021

When B2B business partners with a factoring company or a factor, the company can sell its outstanding invoices in exchange for advance cash. About Manufacturing Invoice Factoring. Factoring is a service that allows businesses to receive immediate business capital based on their future income through invoices.

Finance 179

Finance B2B Partner Technical Review 179