Ved Rasic's SaaS Startup Lessons: Fold, Sold, & Gold

This podcast episode features an in-depth conversation with Ved Rasic and his SaaS Startup lessons. Ved is a a serial entrepreneur who shares his journey from starting in tech, developing and selling software services, to facing the challenges of shutting down a startup due to a failing business model. Ved then discusses his success with Autoklose, a bootstrapped, acquired email automation service, and the inception of his new venture, Lead Delta, a company enhancing networking through LinkedIn. The conversation delves into the importance of feedback, adapting to market needs, and Ved's vision for Lead Delta's transition towards servicing team and enterprise needs by focusing on relationship-driven CRMs. Ved also touches upon the dynamics of building software reliant on third-party platforms, sharing insights into navigating partnerships and growth in the digital product space.

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00:00 Meet Ved Rasic: A Serial Entrepreneur's Journey

01:17 The Origin Story: From Tech Beginnings to Entrepreneurial Ventures

02:57 The Leap into Entrepreneurship: Building a Software Shop

03:41 First Startup Challenges and Lessons Learned

04:40 Success with Autoklose: A Bootstrapped Journey

10:06 The Genesis of Lead Delta: Innovating CRM Solutions

12:55 Validating the Idea: From Concept to MVP

15:44 Launching Lead Delta: Early Success and User Feedback

18:49 Navigating Challenges and Planning for the Future

19:44 Unlocking Success with Strategic Partnerships

20:09 The AppSumo Launch: A Game-Changer

20:31 Reflections on Software Startups and Market Dynamics

21:11 Exploring the AppSumo Ecosystem and Its Impact

22:09 The Philosophy Behind Building and Scaling Software

25:32 Navigating the Challenges of Software Development and User Feedback

26:53 Innovating CRM with Lead Delta: Current Solutions and Future Directions

30:20 The Power and Pitfalls of Network-Based Business Models

32:31 The Evolution of Software Business Models and the Future of SaaS

36:42 Navigating Dependencies in Software Development: Risks and Strategies

40:35 Closing Thoughts and How to Connect