How to Win podcast with Peep Laja

Peep Laja
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How to Win podcast with Peep Laja

Hear how successful B2B SaaS companies and agencies compete - and win - in highly saturated categories. No fluff. No filler. Just strategies and tactics from founders, executives, and marketers. Learn about building moats, growing audiences, scaling businesses, and differentiating from the competition. New guests every week. Hosted by Peep Laja, founder at Wynter, Speero, CXL.

  1. 06/17/2024

    Speed's Advantage

    Peep Laja dives into why speed is a critical and often underrated competitive advantage in today's fast-paced business world. Learn how to make swift decisions, conduct rapid experiments, ship products and campaigns quickly, and gather market feedback efficiently. Drawing from historical military strategies and modern business practices, Peep explains how speed can help you stay ahead of the competition. Tune in to discover actionable insights on fostering a culture of speed within your organization, optimizing decision-making processes, and enhancing market agility. Chapters [00:00:00] Intro and Importance of Speed[00:01:15] Competitive Noise and Clones[00:02:15] Aggressiveness and Fast Action[00:03:15] Blitzkrieg in Business[00:04:45] Faster Decision Making[00:06:00] Chinese Car Manufacturers[00:07:00] OODA Loops[00:08:00] Innovate Faster[00:09:15] Reducing Waiting Time[00:10:00] Bezos Decision Speed Matrix[00:12:30] Democratizing Decision Making[00:14:30] Meeting Reduction[00:16:45] Copycats and Innovation[00:18:45] Personal Experimentation Failures[00:21:45] Final Thoughts My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    23 min

  2. 05/27/2024

    Nail and Scale

    In this episode, Peep Laja emphasizes the importance of deeply understanding your target market and ideal customer profile (ICP) to drive growth in B2B SaaS. He advocates for ongoing research to inform effective messaging, breaks down the key components of high-converting copy, and shares how tools like Wynter enable teams to get fast feedback and align around the ICP. By implementing these strategies, companies can speed up feedback loops and gain a competitive edge. [00:00:00] Intro: Winning through market understanding[00:01:22] Importance of regular market research[00:02:30] From annual to ongoing micro-testing[00:04:00] Optimizing for speed to insights[00:05:30] Getting budget for market research[00:06:30] Building mental availability[00:08:00] Balancing short and long-term efforts[00:09:00] Positioning vs. messaging[00:10:28] Four layers of effective messaging[00:12:30] Addressing buyer uncertainty[00:14:00] Communicating customer value[00:15:00] Importance of strong copywriting[00:16:30] Characteristics of good copy[00:17:00] Achieving team alignment[00:18:00] Speeding up feedback loops My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    19 min

  3. 05/20/2024

    Start in a Niche

    In this episode, Peep dives into why niching down is the key to success for early-stage B2B SaaS companies. He explains how focusing on solving a specific problem for a targeted market, rather than competing directly with industry giants, allows startups to gain traction and dominate their niche. Peep emphasizes that niching down isn't about limiting your dreams, but rather a proven strategy to break into a competitive market and lay the foundation for future growth. Chapters:[00:00] - Introduction[00:30] - Why niching down is crucial for early-stage SaaS[03:30] - Capturing a small market first[08:39] - The importance of differentiation[11:59] - Real-world examples of successful niching[18:03] - Niching is about focus, not limiting dreams[22:10] - Case study: Lattice's niche in performance management[25:28] - When to consider an all-in-one solution[29:44] - Choosing a company name that allows growth[31:09] - Identifying a profitable niche[33:30] - Conclusion My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    34 min

  4. 05/13/2024

    Scientific Laws of Marketing

    In this episode, Peep Laja explores the scientific laws of marketing, focusing on building mental and physical availability for brands. Drawing from the works of Professor Byron Sharpe and the Ehrenberg Bass Institute, Laja emphasizes the importance of being top of mind and easily found when potential customers are ready to make a purchase. The episode features insights from marketing experts who provide real-world examples. Peep also discusses distinctive brand assets, the limitations of hyper-targeting in B2B marketing, and the duplication of purchase law. He concludes by offering practical advice on increasing brand awareness and making target customers remember the brand when they need its product. 00:00 - Intro02:00 - Mental and physical availability concepts04:40 - Brand building with Paul Dorsey05:45 - Buying triggers07:05 - HockeyStack's content marketing strategy11:00 - Physical availability in B2B SaaS12:00 - Distinctive brand assets18:45 - SurveyMonkey's rebranding story20:10 - B2B brands lack distinctive assets21:00 - Meaningless distinctiveness vs. differentiation22:20 - Identifying customer values with Wynter23:00 - Reaching all buyers in a category24:30 - Limitations of hyper-targeting26:00 - Category reach and lead generation27:45 - Ad reach and frequency28:50 - Duplication of purchase law30:00 - Conclusion My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    28 min

  5. 05/06/2024

    Winning Beyond the Product

    This episode explores the critical factors that define market leadership, from being first in a category to leveraging innovation and strategic marketing. Hear from experts like David Aaker, Mark Ritson, and Byron Sharp on how top brands maintain dominance and why small brands face uphill battles. Discover actionable insights on standing out, staying top of mind, and converting prospects into loyal customers. [00:00:00] Intro: Winning in B2B SaaS [00:01:23] David Aaker on Market Stability [00:03:00] Mark Ritson: Challenges for Small Brands [00:04:08] Byron Sharp's Law of Double Jeopardy [00:06:30] The Importance of Mental Availability [00:09:30] Innovation vs. Excess Share of Voice [00:12:15] Case Study: Monday.com's Marketing Spend [00:17:08] LG's Failed Market Strategy [00:19:00] Creating a Unique Market Position [00:22:00] Staying Top of Mind Strategically [00:25:39] Creative Low-Cost Marketing Tactics [00:30:00] Outro: Key Takeaways My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    30 min

  6. 04/29/2024

    Differentiation: How To Stand Out

    In this new style of "How To Win", Peep Laja discusses the importance of differentiation in today's highly competitive B2B SaaS market. He explores various strategies for standing out, such as focusing on brand, taking a polarizing stance, being radically transparent, and leveraging personal brands. Laja emphasizes that differentiation is a CEO-level problem and that companies must build their vision around being unique rather than simply copying competitors. Chapter Markers:  00:00:00 - Introduction 00:01:00 - MarTech landscape and sameness 00:02:30 - Differentiating beyond features 00:05:00 - Competing to be unique 00:07:15 - Limited consideration sets 00:09:00 - Commitment to differentiation 00:10:15 - Three types of standout brands 00:13:00 - Eight traits of commodity brands 00:15:00 - Personal brands for differentiation 00:17:30 - Strategies from "Differentiate or Die" 00:20:15 - Jillion down on what works 00:20:45 - Differentiation as a CEO problem My links: X: https://twitter.com/peeplaja LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peeplaja/ Personal site: https://peeplaja.com/ Wynter: https://wynter.com/ Speero: https://speero.com/ CXL: https://cxl.com/

    22 min
  7. The Secret Sauce to $80M Bootstrapped - with AppSumo's Noah Kagan

    02/26/2024

    The Secret Sauce to $80M Bootstrapped - with AppSumo's Noah Kagan

    This week on How To Win: Noah Kagan of AppSumo, a platform for digital marketplace deals focusing on software aimed at entrepreneurs and small businesses. They have bootstrapped to over $80 million in revenue. You’ll hear insights on scaling business by focusing on what works, the importance of staying true to your core values, and the strategy behind AppSumo's success. Discover how AppSumo thrived where others didn't and why focusing on the customer always pays off. Find out how AppSumo navigates competition and continues to grow by doubling down on effective strategies​​. Key Points: [00:03:36] "How does AppSumo compete with lower prices?"[00:08:33] "How did strategic choices evolve with growth?"[00:10:57] "How does focusing on what works help?"[00:14:42] "Do cheaper products lead to higher sales?"[00:15:18] "Why focus on solopreneurs despite challenges?"[00:19:30] "Key to AppSumo's successful marketing strategy?" Mentioned: Noah Kagan AppSumoNoah Kagan's X My Links: Twitter / X LinkedIn Website Wynter Speero CXL

    23 min
  8. From Zero to Unicorn: Factorial HR's Strategic Success - with Factorial HR's Bernat Farrero

    02/19/2024

    From Zero to Unicorn: Factorial HR's Strategic Success - with Factorial HR's Bernat Farrero

    This week on How To Win: Bernat Farrero of Factorial HR, sharing insights on revolutionizing HR for SMBs. You’ll hear about the importance of simplifying complex HR processes for small and medium businesses, Factorial HR's strategic approach to scaling internationally while addressing localized needs, and how they navigated the challenges of rapid growth and product development to meet the diverse needs of their global clientele. Key Points: [00:01:21] Why start as an all-in-one from day one?[00:02:24] Does diversification improve SMB retention?[00:03:36] Was targeting SMBs your initial customer profile?[00:10:03] Time from 1 million to 10 million in revenue?[00:12:09] How has prioritizing growth changed for you?[00:14:15] How closely do you watch competitors?[00:15:54] Why expand beyond HR into finance?[00:17:24] Do all added products boost revenue and retention?[00:18:00] What are the trade-offs of expanding your product?[00:18:54] Why has Factorial HR succeeded in a competitive market?[00:20:24] Top three lessons for B2B SaaS founders? Mentioned: Bernat Farrero Factorial HRBernat Farrero's X My Links: Twitter / X LinkedIn Website Wynter Speero CXL

    24 min
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Hear how successful B2B SaaS companies and agencies compete - and win - in highly saturated categories. No fluff. No filler. Just strategies and tactics from founders, executives, and marketers. Learn about building moats, growing audiences, scaling businesses, and differentiating from the competition. New guests every week. Hosted by Peep Laja, founder at Wynter, Speero, CXL.

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