CHURN FM Sat, 15 Aug 2026 19:32:45 -0400 https://www.churn.fm en-us © 2026 CHURN FM yes 65065d39-c543-51f9-9c70-251bc6246009 Andrew Michael episodic false CHURN FM is the podcast for subscription economy pros. Every Wednesday we hear how the world’s fastest growing companies are tackling churn and using retention & engagement to fuel their growth.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success Andrew Michael https://storage.buzzsprout.com/kp10jakf8oe5yd756kn7314ywv87?.jpg CHURN FM https://www.churn.fm Andrew Michael E304 | Why Product Delight Is No Longer Optional | Nesrine Changuel (Skype, Google, Spotify) E304 | Why Product Delight Is No Longer Optional | Nesrine Changuel (Skype, Google, Spotify) Today on the show, we have Dr. Nesrine Changuel, founder of Product Excellence and Product Management Career Lab Director at ESSEC Business School. Prior to Product Excellence, Nesrine held senior product roles at Google, Spotify, and Microsoft. 

In this episode, we dig into why the technical barrier to building products has dropped so dramatically that functional quality alone can no longer differentiate — and what that means for teams that haven't yet learned to design for emotion. 

We explore the concept of product delight, what it actually means beyond confetti and Easter eggs, and how Nesrine's Delight Model Framework gives teams a step-by-step path to building emotional connection into any product — B2C or B2B. 

We discuss the real difference between discovery and delivery, why Nesrine spent her first 18 months as a PM doing the wrong job, and what shifted when she stopped babysitting engineers and started owning the why. 

Finally, we get into the AI feature psychosis sweeping the market right now — why shipping velocity without emotional intentionality produces Frankenstein products, and why the companies that were great before AI will be great after it, for the same reasons they always were.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Today on the show, we have Dr. Nesrine Changuel, founder of Product Excellence and Product Management Career Lab Director at ESSEC Business School. Prior to Product Excellence, Nesrine held senior product roles at Google, Spotify, and Microsoft. 

In this episode, we dig into why the technical barrier to building products has dropped so dramatically that functional quality alone can no longer differentiate — and what that means for teams that haven't yet learned to design for emotion. 

We explore the concept of product delight, what it actually means beyond confetti and Easter eggs, and how Nesrine's Delight Model Framework gives teams a step-by-step path to building emotional connection into any product — B2C or B2B. 

We discuss the real difference between discovery and delivery, why Nesrine spent her first 18 months as a PM doing the wrong job, and what shifted when she stopped babysitting engineers and started owning the why. 

Finally, we get into the AI feature psychosis sweeping the market right now — why shipping velocity without emotional intentionality produces Frankenstein products, and why the companies that were great before AI will be great after it, for the same reasons they always were.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-19353923 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0300 2469 304 full false E303 | Customer Success Is Dead. Meet the Growth Department. E303 | Customer Success Is Dead. Meet the Growth Department. Today on the show, we have Alex Raymond, founder of AMplify and author of The Growth Department, a book reframing how post-sales teams think about their role inside B2B companies.

In this episode, we dig into why customer success and account management are in an identity crisis — and why the answer lies in orienting the entire function around one core purpose: helping the company win. 

We explore the “keep, grow, no surprises” framework, how NRR as a North Star metric can align sales and CS around shared incentives, and why consolidating all revenue under a true CRO is becoming a more common org design move.

We discuss the confidence gap in CS teams when it comes to commercial conversations, why over-indexing on relationships is one of the most common mistakes in post-sales, and why parachuting an AE back in at renewal is a poor experience for the customer — and for the team.

Finally, we tackle the economics hiding in plain sight: why 100% of a company’s profits come from existing customers, how resource allocation between new business and existing accounts is wildly mismatched, and why the language CS and account management professionals use to describe their work has a direct impact on their standing inside the business.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

]]> Today on the show, we have Alex Raymond, founder of AMplify and author of The Growth Department, a book reframing how post-sales teams think about their role inside B2B companies.

In this episode, we dig into why customer success and account management are in an identity crisis — and why the answer lies in orienting the entire function around one core purpose: helping the company win. 

We explore the “keep, grow, no surprises” framework, how NRR as a North Star metric can align sales and CS around shared incentives, and why consolidating all revenue under a true CRO is becoming a more common org design move.

We discuss the confidence gap in CS teams when it comes to commercial conversations, why over-indexing on relationships is one of the most common mistakes in post-sales, and why parachuting an AE back in at renewal is a poor experience for the customer — and for the team.

Finally, we tackle the economics hiding in plain sight: why 100% of a company’s profits come from existing customers, how resource allocation between new business and existing accounts is wildly mismatched, and why the language CS and account management professionals use to describe their work has a direct impact on their standing inside the business.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18981599 Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0300 2025 303 full false E302 | Why 51% of Subscribers Cancel Each Year—and How to Reduce Voluntary Churn E302 | Why 51% of Subscribers Cancel Each Year—and How to Reduce Voluntary Churn Today on the show, we have Priya Lakshminarayanan, CPO of Recurly, a subscription management platform empowering brands like Twitch, PupBox, Sprout Social, and Pipedrive to launch, scale, and optimize subscription experiences.

In this episode, we dive deep into Recurly's 2026 State of Subscriptions report, uncovering surprising trends that challenge conventional wisdom about churn. 

We explore why "selective churn" might actually reflect stronger consumer intent rather than fatigue, and why the pause button has evolved from a red flag into a strategic retention tool.

We discuss the dramatic shift in subscriber behavior, including why 51% of consumers cancelled at least one subscription in the last 12 months, how micro-subscriptions are becoming the new trial experience in an AI-driven world, and why traditional free trials are becoming cost-prohibitive as LLM costs rise.

Finally, we tackle the loyalty paradox: why transparency and easy cancellation actually drive long-term retention, how annual subscription renewals have become critical inflection points, and why the best retention strategy might be proactively canceling customers who aren't using your service.

]]> Today on the show, we have Priya Lakshminarayanan, CPO of Recurly, a subscription management platform empowering brands like Twitch, PupBox, Sprout Social, and Pipedrive to launch, scale, and optimize subscription experiences.

In this episode, we dive deep into Recurly's 2026 State of Subscriptions report, uncovering surprising trends that challenge conventional wisdom about churn. 

We explore why "selective churn" might actually reflect stronger consumer intent rather than fatigue, and why the pause button has evolved from a red flag into a strategic retention tool.

We discuss the dramatic shift in subscriber behavior, including why 51% of consumers cancelled at least one subscription in the last 12 months, how micro-subscriptions are becoming the new trial experience in an AI-driven world, and why traditional free trials are becoming cost-prohibitive as LLM costs rise.

Finally, we tackle the loyalty paradox: why transparency and easy cancellation actually drive long-term retention, how annual subscription renewals have become critical inflection points, and why the best retention strategy might be proactively canceling customers who aren't using your service.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18745406 Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0200 1894 301 full false E301 | Smarter Dunning: How Data and Intent Change Payment Recovery with Charles Rosenblatt of Butter Payments E301 | Smarter Dunning: How Data and Intent Change Payment Recovery with Charles Rosenblatt of Butter Payments Today on the show, we have Charles Rosenblatt, CEO of Butter Payments, providing ML AI-driven payment recovery for subscription merchants and recurring payments. Previously, Charles was CSO of Payoneer, CRO at Velo Payments, and ran treasury at D.E. Shaw during the late 90s—where managing a financial crisis taught him that outside factors can derail even the best strategies and smartest teams. 

In this episode, we uncover why the 14-day dunning period is an arbitrary standard that shouldn't exist—and how decoupling dunning strategy from product access unlocks smarter business decisions. Charles shares how Butter analyzes 128 variables across billions of transactions to predict payment recovery within 10 seconds, allowing companies to shut off high-cost AI users immediately when recovery is unlikely, while keeping loyal customers active when payments will clear. 

We explore why involuntary churn creates dangerous false signals: 30% of customers leaving might actually want to stay but have expired cards or temporary payment issues. This can lead product teams to catastrophic decisions—like Coca-Cola changing their formula when the real problem was payment infrastructure, not product-market fit. The lesson: understand what's within your control versus what's not before making strategic pivots. 

We also discuss how Capital One shifted their best people from acquisition to retention after realizing they were churning the equivalent of the 7th largest credit card company every year—because spending $20 to save a $500 NPV customer beats spending $300 to acquire a new one who might churn anyway. 

Finally, we dig into payment recovery ethics and strategy: why Butter refuses "forced payments" that drive customer accounts negative, how different card types (Amex vs. debit vs. prepaid) require completely different retry logic, and why competitors who inflate recovery promises by 100% damage trust across the industry.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Today on the show, we have Charles Rosenblatt, CEO of Butter Payments, providing ML AI-driven payment recovery for subscription merchants and recurring payments. Previously, Charles was CSO of Payoneer, CRO at Velo Payments, and ran treasury at D.E. Shaw during the late 90s—where managing a financial crisis taught him that outside factors can derail even the best strategies and smartest teams. 

In this episode, we uncover why the 14-day dunning period is an arbitrary standard that shouldn't exist—and how decoupling dunning strategy from product access unlocks smarter business decisions. Charles shares how Butter analyzes 128 variables across billions of transactions to predict payment recovery within 10 seconds, allowing companies to shut off high-cost AI users immediately when recovery is unlikely, while keeping loyal customers active when payments will clear. 

We explore why involuntary churn creates dangerous false signals: 30% of customers leaving might actually want to stay but have expired cards or temporary payment issues. This can lead product teams to catastrophic decisions—like Coca-Cola changing their formula when the real problem was payment infrastructure, not product-market fit. The lesson: understand what's within your control versus what's not before making strategic pivots. 

We also discuss how Capital One shifted their best people from acquisition to retention after realizing they were churning the equivalent of the 7th largest credit card company every year—because spending $20 to save a $500 NPV customer beats spending $300 to acquire a new one who might churn anyway. 

Finally, we dig into payment recovery ethics and strategy: why Butter refuses "forced payments" that drive customer accounts negative, how different card types (Amex vs. debit vs. prepaid) require completely different retry logic, and why competitors who inflate recovery promises by 100% damage trust across the industry.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18625637 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0200 2174 Dunning, Churn, AI 300 full false E300 | Building Retention into Your DNA: Matthew Tharp on Churn Signals, ICP & Cold Email E300 | Building Retention into Your DNA: Matthew Tharp on Churn Signals, ICP & Cold Email Today on the show, we have Matthew Tharp, CEO of Hunter.io, the all-in-one email outreach platform used by over 4 million people to identify prospects and run cold email campaigns. Previously, Matthew was VP of Worldwide Retention at LogMeIn, where he owned NRR across nine products—giving him a rare masterclass in retention challenges at different stages and scales.

In this episode, we uncover why retention isn't a problem you solve when growth stalls—it's DNA you build from day one. Matthew shares the paradox of his career: building a company with 95%+ annual retention that got acquired, versus joining a high-growth PLG business with churn issues that needed solving before scaling further.

We explore why over-indexing on either growth or retention creates problems, how to identify the usage patterns that predict churn in the first three weeks, and why every company that tries to fix retention late struggles. The lesson: balance from the beginning beats transformation later.

We also discuss how Hunter achieved 3X growth this year by going back to basics—running a rigorous ICP analysis, choosing battles they could win instead of markets where competitors were spending $100M, and layering new customer segments without creating product bloat.

Finally, we dig into cold outreach data: why email lists under 100 people dramatically outperform larger ones, why shorter emails force the clarity that drives replies, and how constraints—not scale—are the real performance lever in outbound.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Today on the show, we have Matthew Tharp, CEO of Hunter.io, the all-in-one email outreach platform used by over 4 million people to identify prospects and run cold email campaigns. Previously, Matthew was VP of Worldwide Retention at LogMeIn, where he owned NRR across nine products—giving him a rare masterclass in retention challenges at different stages and scales.

In this episode, we uncover why retention isn't a problem you solve when growth stalls—it's DNA you build from day one. Matthew shares the paradox of his career: building a company with 95%+ annual retention that got acquired, versus joining a high-growth PLG business with churn issues that needed solving before scaling further.

We explore why over-indexing on either growth or retention creates problems, how to identify the usage patterns that predict churn in the first three weeks, and why every company that tries to fix retention late struggles. The lesson: balance from the beginning beats transformation later.

We also discuss how Hunter achieved 3X growth this year by going back to basics—running a rigorous ICP analysis, choosing battles they could win instead of markets where competitors were spending $100M, and layering new customer segments without creating product bloat.

Finally, we dig into cold outreach data: why email lists under 100 people dramatically outperform larger ones, why shorter emails force the clarity that drives replies, and how constraints—not scale—are the real performance lever in outbound.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18554495 Fri, 23 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0200 2222 Retention,churn,PLG,SaaS,ICP 300 full false EP299 | How to Build a Brand That Speaks to Robots and Humans with Susan Keplinger | Force of Nature EP299 | How to Build a Brand That Speaks to Robots and Humans with Susan Keplinger | Force of Nature Today on the show, we have Susan Keplinger, CEO of Force of Nature, a boutique performance marketing shop behind the growth of brands like Ring, Oofos, and other category leaders. With experience building data-driven growth engines across e-commerce and DTC, Suzanne has helped companies shift from chaotic marketing to orchestrated, scalable systems.

In this episode, we uncover why the future of performance marketing isn’t about hacking audiences or chasing the “one winning creative”—but building portfolio-driven creative systems, trusting your data, and showing up clearly for both humans and algorithms.

We explore why Google and Meta still dominate the ecosystem, why clean data is the new competitive edge, and how brands should think about programmatic everything—from ads to email to retargeting.

We also discuss how Suzanne built the original performance infrastructure at Ring, how brands like Oofos leverage their “growth signal system,” and why the best-performing companies today treat robots as part of their audience.

Finally, we dig deep into retention: why 10 customers leaving is the same as your 11th leaving, why the “leaky bucket” kills great brands, and how to know when it's time to stop relying on founder intuition — and start trusting the data.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> Today on the show, we have Susan Keplinger, CEO of Force of Nature, a boutique performance marketing shop behind the growth of brands like Ring, Oofos, and other category leaders. With experience building data-driven growth engines across e-commerce and DTC, Suzanne has helped companies shift from chaotic marketing to orchestrated, scalable systems.

In this episode, we uncover why the future of performance marketing isn’t about hacking audiences or chasing the “one winning creative”—but building portfolio-driven creative systems, trusting your data, and showing up clearly for both humans and algorithms.

We explore why Google and Meta still dominate the ecosystem, why clean data is the new competitive edge, and how brands should think about programmatic everything—from ads to email to retargeting.

We also discuss how Suzanne built the original performance infrastructure at Ring, how brands like Oofos leverage their “growth signal system,” and why the best-performing companies today treat robots as part of their audience.

Finally, we dig deep into retention: why 10 customers leaving is the same as your 11th leaving, why the “leaky bucket” kills great brands, and how to know when it's time to stop relying on founder intuition — and start trusting the data.

As always, I’d love to hear from you. You can email me directly at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

]]> https://www.churn.fm/episode/how-to-build-a-brand-that-speaks-to-robots-and-humans Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18304198 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0200 2357 LLM, Performance marketing, Data, AI 299 full true E298 | Why LLM Agents Are Now your VIP Visitors and How to Optimize for Them E298 | Why LLM Agents Are Now your VIP Visitors and How to Optimize for Them Today on the show, we have Kevin White, Head of Marketing at Scrunch AI, a platform helping brands stay discoverable in the era of AI-powered search. Kevin brings experience from leading go-to-market and marketing teams at Segment, Retool, and Common Room, as well as advising fast-growing startups like Ashby, Deepnote, and Gretel.ai. 

In this episode, we explore how the rise of answer engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity is reshaping how people find information online—and what it means for marketers. We discuss how Scrunch helps brands optimize their sites for large language models (LLMs), why bots are becoming the new audience, and how AI-driven search is redefining visibility and discovery. 

We also delve into lessons from Segment and Retool on balancing self-serve and enterprise growth, how activation-first onboarding drives retention, and why doing “white-glove at scale” can triple user success. 

We wrap up by unpacking Kevin’s biggest learnings on churn and growth—from Reforge’s “don’t fill a leaky bucket” principle to why something as simple as naming conventions can make or break a company’s ability to scale.

]]> Today on the show, we have Kevin White, Head of Marketing at Scrunch AI, a platform helping brands stay discoverable in the era of AI-powered search. Kevin brings experience from leading go-to-market and marketing teams at Segment, Retool, and Common Room, as well as advising fast-growing startups like Ashby, Deepnote, and Gretel.ai. 

In this episode, we explore how the rise of answer engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity is reshaping how people find information online—and what it means for marketers. We discuss how Scrunch helps brands optimize their sites for large language models (LLMs), why bots are becoming the new audience, and how AI-driven search is redefining visibility and discovery. 

We also delve into lessons from Segment and Retool on balancing self-serve and enterprise growth, how activation-first onboarding drives retention, and why doing “white-glove at scale” can triple user success. 

We wrap up by unpacking Kevin’s biggest learnings on churn and growth—from Reforge’s “don’t fill a leaky bucket” principle to why something as simple as naming conventions can make or break a company’s ability to scale.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18190264 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0200 1985 AI, LLM, SEO 298 full false EP297 | How Freemius Aligns Pricing With Growth to Reduce Graduation Churn EP297 | How Freemius Aligns Pricing With Growth to Reduce Graduation Churn Today on the show we have Vova Feldman, the Founder and CEO of Freemius.

In this episode, Vova shares his experience in launching Freemius from a side project into a platform powering thousands of indie software businesses.

We then discussed how Freemius is repositioning itself from its WordPress roots to become the go-to solution for small SaaS and desktop software businesses.

We wrapped up by discussing their new transparent pricing model — designed to align with growth and reduce graduation churn.

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]]> Today on the show we have Vova Feldman, the Founder and CEO of Freemius.

In this episode, Vova shares his experience in launching Freemius from a side project into a platform powering thousands of indie software businesses.

We then discussed how Freemius is repositioning itself from its WordPress roots to become the go-to solution for small SaaS and desktop software businesses.

We wrapped up by discussing their new transparent pricing model — designed to align with growth and reduce graduation churn.

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]]> https://www.churn.fm/episode/how-freemius-aligns-pricing-with-growth-to-reduce-graduation-churn Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-18137241 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0200 1808 Churn, Retention, Pricing 297 full false E296 | What thousands of A/B tests reveal about websites that convert and retain with Casey Hill | DoWhatWorks E296 | What thousands of A/B tests reveal about websites that convert and retain with Casey Hill | DoWhatWorks Today on the show we have Casey Hill, CMO of DoWhatWorks, a patented growth experiment tracking engine that reveals which website changes actually drive results. Casey brings experience from ActiveCampaign, his work as a Stanford instructor and advisor, and years of research into how leading companies like Slack, Shopify, and Asana run experiments. 

In this episode, Casey breaks down why most A/B tests fail and how to focus on the few elements that truly move the needle. We explore why two CTAs often outperform one, why customer logo bars underdeliver, and why expectation-to-reality alignment is the hidden driver of both conversions and retention. 

Casey also shares how DoWhatWorks blends large-scale data with human research to surface reliable best practices, why expansion revenue has become its biggest growth lever, and how enterprise clients are tackling churn by setting clear expectations from day one. 

We also discuss how onboarding experiments reduce early churn, why traffic sources should shape your CTA strategy, and why simplicity always wins on pricing pages.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on X.


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]]> Today on the show we have Casey Hill, CMO of DoWhatWorks, a patented growth experiment tracking engine that reveals which website changes actually drive results. Casey brings experience from ActiveCampaign, his work as a Stanford instructor and advisor, and years of research into how leading companies like Slack, Shopify, and Asana run experiments. 

In this episode, Casey breaks down why most A/B tests fail and how to focus on the few elements that truly move the needle. We explore why two CTAs often outperform one, why customer logo bars underdeliver, and why expectation-to-reality alignment is the hidden driver of both conversions and retention. 

Casey also shares how DoWhatWorks blends large-scale data with human research to surface reliable best practices, why expansion revenue has become its biggest growth lever, and how enterprise clients are tackling churn by setting clear expectations from day one. 

We also discuss how onboarding experiments reduce early churn, why traffic sources should shape your CTA strategy, and why simplicity always wins on pricing pages.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on X.


Key Resources:


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17871085 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0300 2589 A/B Testing, CRO, Experimentation 296 full false E295 | The Future of SEO in an AI-First world with Kevin Indig | HyperGrowth Partners E295 | The Future of SEO in an AI-First world with Kevin Indig | HyperGrowth Partners Today on the show we have Kevin Indig, Growth Advisor and Partner at HyperGrowth Partners, a stage accelerator that invests time into early-stage startups to help them achieve and sustain rapid growth post-Series A. Kevin is also the former Director of SEO at Shopify and VP of SEO & Content at G2, with a rich background advising top startups like Glean, Toast, and Reddit.

In this episode, Kevin breaks down how AI is fundamentally changing the world of SEO. We explore why 2024 might have been the last year of peak organic traffic, how AI is creating higher-intent traffic that converts better, and why brand trust matters more than ever in search results.

Kevin also dives into how LLMs use search engine data to ground responses, why traditional content strategies are losing relevance, and how modern companies should pivot toward first-party data, robust documentation, and strong communities.

We also discuss the evolving role of Chrome, why Reddit is having a moment, and why retention—not just clicks—is becoming the ultimate SEO metric.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


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]]> Today on the show we have Kevin Indig, Growth Advisor and Partner at HyperGrowth Partners, a stage accelerator that invests time into early-stage startups to help them achieve and sustain rapid growth post-Series A. Kevin is also the former Director of SEO at Shopify and VP of SEO & Content at G2, with a rich background advising top startups like Glean, Toast, and Reddit.

In this episode, Kevin breaks down how AI is fundamentally changing the world of SEO. We explore why 2024 might have been the last year of peak organic traffic, how AI is creating higher-intent traffic that converts better, and why brand trust matters more than ever in search results.

Kevin also dives into how LLMs use search engine data to ground responses, why traditional content strategies are losing relevance, and how modern companies should pivot toward first-party data, robust documentation, and strong communities.

We also discuss the evolving role of Chrome, why Reddit is having a moment, and why retention—not just clicks—is becoming the ultimate SEO metric.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17485883 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 23:00:00 +0300 2398 AI, Startup, LLM, SEO, Community 295 full false E294 | SaaS isn’t dead, it’s just different: Alexander Theuma from SaaStock on the industry’s turning point E294 | SaaS isn’t dead, it’s just different: Alexander Theuma from SaaStock on the industry’s turning point Today on the show, we welcome Alexander Theuma, founder of SaaStock and general partner at BackFuture VC. In this episode, Alexander dives deep into the shifting SaaS landscape, exploring how AI is redefining capital efficiency, company structure, and startup strategy.

We discuss how VC trends are evolving, the rise of M&A and SaaS consolidation, and how lean, AI-powered startups are replacing bloated headcounts. Alexander also shares the lessons he’s learned from running SaaStock for over a decade and how his unique vantage point shapes the way he backs early-stage founders.

As always, let us know what you think by emailing me at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

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]]> Today on the show, we welcome Alexander Theuma, founder of SaaStock and general partner at BackFuture VC. In this episode, Alexander dives deep into the shifting SaaS landscape, exploring how AI is redefining capital efficiency, company structure, and startup strategy.

We discuss how VC trends are evolving, the rise of M&A and SaaS consolidation, and how lean, AI-powered startups are replacing bloated headcounts. Alexander also shares the lessons he’s learned from running SaaStock for over a decade and how his unique vantage point shapes the way he backs early-stage founders.

As always, let us know what you think by emailing me at andrew@churn.fm, and don’t forget to follow us on X.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17395060 Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:00:00 +0300 2419 AI, SaaS, VC, Startup 294 full false EP293 | The Hidden Friction Killing Your Growth: Ramli John's Playbook for B2B Onboarding Success EP293 | The Hidden Friction Killing Your Growth: Ramli John's Playbook for B2B Onboarding Success Today on the show we have Ramli John, founder of Delight Path and author of Product-Led Onboarding and the upcoming book Eureka.

In this episode, Ramli shares why activation and onboarding are some of the most overlooked yet impactful levers for reducing churn, and how early-stage friction, especially emotional and social, can silently kill growth.

We dive deep into what he calls the “Hierarchy of B2B Friction,” how companies can identify moments of delight and confusion, and why taking a cross-functional approach to onboarding is crucial as you scale.

We wrap up by discussing how top companies like Miro and Figma empower users to look good to their teammates, and why making your champion the hero is the ultimate onboarding win.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Ramli John, founder of Delight Path and author of Product-Led Onboarding and the upcoming book Eureka.

In this episode, Ramli shares why activation and onboarding are some of the most overlooked yet impactful levers for reducing churn, and how early-stage friction, especially emotional and social, can silently kill growth.

We dive deep into what he calls the “Hierarchy of B2B Friction,” how companies can identify moments of delight and confusion, and why taking a cross-functional approach to onboarding is crucial as you scale.

We wrap up by discussing how top companies like Miro and Figma empower users to look good to their teammates, and why making your champion the hero is the ultimate onboarding win.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17363041 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 13:00:00 +0300 2234 Onboarding, Retention, Activation, B2B 293 full false E292 | How AI Is Rewriting the Customer Success Playbook: Lessons from 600+ CS Teams E292 | How AI Is Rewriting the Customer Success Playbook: Lessons from 600+ CS Teams Today on the show we have Jamie Davidson, the CEO and Co-Founder, and Kelley Turner, the SVP of Global Customer Success at Vitally.

In this episode, Jamie and Kelley share their experience in helping over 600 companies scale customer success operations through Vitally’s platform.

We then discussed how AI is reshaping CS workflows—from reducing manual data entry to enriching conversations with actionable insights.

And we wrapped up by discussing the evolving role of CSMs, the importance of human connection, and how AI is enabling CS teams to drive strategic business outcomes.

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]]> Today on the show we have Jamie Davidson, the CEO and Co-Founder, and Kelley Turner, the SVP of Global Customer Success at Vitally.

In this episode, Jamie and Kelley share their experience in helping over 600 companies scale customer success operations through Vitally’s platform.

We then discussed how AI is reshaping CS workflows—from reducing manual data entry to enriching conversations with actionable insights.

And we wrapped up by discussing the evolving role of CSMs, the importance of human connection, and how AI is enabling CS teams to drive strategic business outcomes.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17317483 Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0300 2625 Customer Success, AI, Retention, Churn 292 full false E291 | From Champagne Problems to Category Creation: The Rise of Paddle’s Merchant of Record Play with Andrew Davies E291 | From Champagne Problems to Category Creation: The Rise of Paddle’s Merchant of Record Play with Andrew Davies Today on the show we have Andrew Davies, the CMO of Paddle.

In this episode, Andrew shares his experience tackling the "champagne problems" that SaaS companies face as they scale globally.

We then discussed how Paddle repositioned itself through the merchant of record model and brought a legacy concept back into the spotlight.

We wrapped up by discussing the company's strategic phases, the ProfitWell acquisition, and the challenges of narrowing ICP without losing growth momentum.

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]]> Today on the show we have Andrew Davies, the CMO of Paddle.

In this episode, Andrew shares his experience tackling the "champagne problems" that SaaS companies face as they scale globally.

We then discussed how Paddle repositioned itself through the merchant of record model and brought a legacy concept back into the spotlight.

We wrapped up by discussing the company's strategic phases, the ProfitWell acquisition, and the challenges of narrowing ICP without losing growth momentum.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17238505 Wed, 28 May 2025 09:00:00 +0300 2535 Churn, Retention, SaaS, Paddle, Merchant of Record, Category Creation 292 full false E290 | From PLG Pains to AI Gains: Rethinking Retention with Ryan Seams of AssemblyAI E290 | From PLG Pains to AI Gains: Rethinking Retention with Ryan Seams of AssemblyAI Today on the show we have Ryan Seams, the Head of Customer Success at  AssemblyAI.

In this episode, Ryan shares his experience transitioning from Deloitte to the fast-paced world of startups, where he spent nearly a decade at Mixpanel scaling customer success and navigating product analytics.

We then discussed the evolution of pricing models — from events-based to monthly tracked users and back again — and how that shaped customer behavior, retention, and satisfaction.

We wrapped up by discussing how AI-native companies like  AssemblyAI are redefining usage-based pricing, customer segmentation, and churn forecasting in a rapidly changing landscape.

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]]> Today on the show we have Ryan Seams, the Head of Customer Success at  AssemblyAI.

In this episode, Ryan shares his experience transitioning from Deloitte to the fast-paced world of startups, where he spent nearly a decade at Mixpanel scaling customer success and navigating product analytics.

We then discussed the evolution of pricing models — from events-based to monthly tracked users and back again — and how that shaped customer behavior, retention, and satisfaction.

We wrapped up by discussing how AI-native companies like  AssemblyAI are redefining usage-based pricing, customer segmentation, and churn forecasting in a rapidly changing landscape.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17166021 Thu, 15 May 2025 21:00:00 +0300 2115 Customer Success, Pricing, PLG, AI, Retention 290 full false E289 | How AppsFlyer Uses AI to Build Superhuman CS Teams with Ziv Peled E289 | How AppsFlyer Uses AI to Build Superhuman CS Teams with Ziv Peled Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, the Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer.

In this episode, Ziv shares his experience using AI to radically improve customer success performance.

We then discussed the shift from product expertise to growth partnership and wrapped up by exploring how AI is changing internal team dynamics and go-to-market strategies.

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]]> Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, the Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer.

In this episode, Ziv shares his experience using AI to radically improve customer success performance.

We then discussed the shift from product expertise to growth partnership and wrapped up by exploring how AI is changing internal team dynamics and go-to-market strategies.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17084797 Fri, 02 May 2025 15:00:00 +0300 2476 Customer Success, AI, GPTs, Automation, Churn, Retention, AppsFlyer 289 full false E288 | How AI Is Transforming Customer Success with Sivan More of HiBob E288 | How AI Is Transforming Customer Success with Sivan More of HiBob Today on the show we have Sivan More, the VP of Customer Success at HiBob, an HR tech company driving company culture and employee engagement.

In this episode, Sivan shares her experience in the evolution of customer success and how it has transformed over the years.

We then discussed the role of AI and personalization in enhancing customer journeys, and we wrapped up by diving into how to build scalable, skills-based customer success teams in the age of AI.

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]]> Today on the show we have Sivan More, the VP of Customer Success at HiBob, an HR tech company driving company culture and employee engagement.

In this episode, Sivan shares her experience in the evolution of customer success and how it has transformed over the years.

We then discussed the role of AI and personalization in enhancing customer journeys, and we wrapped up by diving into how to build scalable, skills-based customer success teams in the age of AI.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-17041530 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0300 2605 Customer Success, Churn, Retention, AI, Personalization 288 full false E287 | From CAC Recovery to Higher ACVs: The Power of Upfront Payments with Miguel Fernandez Larrea E287 | From CAC Recovery to Higher ACVs: The Power of Upfront Payments with Miguel Fernandez Larrea Today on the show we have Miguel Fernandez Larrea, the CEO and Co-founder of Capchase.

In this episode, Miguel shares his experience helping B2B vendors recover customer acquisition costs faster and increase deal sizes through flexible payment terms.

We then discussed the enterprise sales motion behind Capchase Pay, how Miguel’s team drives adoption across sales, finance, and rev ops, and how their CS team is optimizing activation to reach the first five closed deals.

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]]> Today on the show we have Miguel Fernandez Larrea, the CEO and Co-founder of Capchase.

In this episode, Miguel shares his experience helping B2B vendors recover customer acquisition costs faster and increase deal sizes through flexible payment terms.

We then discussed the enterprise sales motion behind Capchase Pay, how Miguel’s team drives adoption across sales, finance, and rev ops, and how their CS team is optimizing activation to reach the first five closed deals.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16988815 Wed, 16 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0300 1846 BNPL, SaaS, Sales, Customer Success, Activation, Onboarding 287 full false E286 | Humanizing Feedback: Hark’s Vision for Customer-Generated Content with Fran Brzyski E286 | Humanizing Feedback: Hark’s Vision for Customer-Generated Content with Fran Brzyski Today on the show, we have Fran Brzyski, CEO and co-founder of Hark, a platform that helps brands build loyalty and achieve efficient growth through customer-generated content.

In this episode, Fran shares insights into transforming customer feedback by leveraging the power of video and audio. He discusses the importance of capturing customer intent, the challenges of shifting from traditional feedback methods, and how to drive engagement by making feedback actionable.

We also dive into strategies for integrating feedback across departments, using customer stories to fuel growth, and the future of human interaction in an AI-driven world.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Fran Brzyski, CEO and co-founder of Hark, a platform that helps brands build loyalty and achieve efficient growth through customer-generated content.

In this episode, Fran shares insights into transforming customer feedback by leveraging the power of video and audio. He discusses the importance of capturing customer intent, the challenges of shifting from traditional feedback methods, and how to drive engagement by making feedback actionable.

We also dive into strategies for integrating feedback across departments, using customer stories to fuel growth, and the future of human interaction in an AI-driven world.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16911114 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0300 2275 Feedback, VOC, Churn, Retention, Growth 286 full false E285 | Betting on Yourself: Wistia’s Bold Pivot From Video Hosting to a Multi-product Platform with Chris Savage E285 | Betting on Yourself: Wistia’s Bold Pivot From Video Hosting to a Multi-product Platform with Chris Savage Today on the show, we have Chris Savage, CEO and co-founder of Wistia, a leading video marketing platform.

In this episode, Chris shares insights from Wistia’s journey—from a video hosting platform to a comprehensive suite of video tools. He discusses the impact of COVID on video adoption, how Wistia navigated major strategic shifts, and why betting on yourself is often the best investment.

We also dive into AI’s evolving role in video creation and editing, the importance of onboarding for retention, and why success isn’t always about massive numbers but rather delivering value at the right moment.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Chris Savage, CEO and co-founder of Wistia, a leading video marketing platform.

In this episode, Chris shares insights from Wistia’s journey—from a video hosting platform to a comprehensive suite of video tools. He discusses the impact of COVID on video adoption, how Wistia navigated major strategic shifts, and why betting on yourself is often the best investment.

We also dive into AI’s evolving role in video creation and editing, the importance of onboarding for retention, and why success isn’t always about massive numbers but rather delivering value at the right moment.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16868408 Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0200 2702 retention, Wistia, ICP, churn 285 full false E284 | Optimizing Payments for Growth and Retention with Paddle's Lucas Lovell E284 | Optimizing Payments for Growth and Retention with Paddle's Lucas Lovell Today on the show, we have Lucas Lovell, VP of Product at Paddle, a comprehensive payments and billing platform that helps businesses streamline transactions, reduce churn, and scale globally.

In this episode, Lucas shares his insights on the critical role payments play in churn reduction and strategies like smart payment retries, network tokenization, and local payment methods to maximize revenue.

We also dive into retention tactics and Lucas’ perspective on the evolving payments landscape and how AI and automation are shaping the future of subscription businesses.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Lucas Lovell, VP of Product at Paddle, a comprehensive payments and billing platform that helps businesses streamline transactions, reduce churn, and scale globally.

In this episode, Lucas shares his insights on the critical role payments play in churn reduction and strategies like smart payment retries, network tokenization, and local payment methods to maximize revenue.

We also dive into retention tactics and Lucas’ perspective on the evolving payments landscape and how AI and automation are shaping the future of subscription businesses.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16833316 Fri, 21 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +0200 2313 284 full false E283 | AI Powered Growth: How Reddit and Ramp Are Winning with Guillaume Cabane E283 | AI Powered Growth: How Reddit and Ramp Are Winning with Guillaume Cabane Today on the show, we have Guillaume Cabane, Co-Founder and General Partner at Hypergrowth Partners. G has helped scale some of the fastest-growing B2B companies, including Ramp, Retool, Vercel, Reddit, and more.

In this episode, we dive deep into how AI is fundamentally changing growth strategies, making outbound sales more efficient, and reshaping how companies think about customer acquisition. G shares why the economics of marketing are shifting rapidly, how AI-generated content and ads are unlocking new opportunities in B2B, and why traditional sales roles may soon become obsolete.

We also discuss the death of outdated marketing channels, why direct mail is making a surprising comeback, and how G’s team is leveraging AI-driven personalization at scale to drive record-breaking engagement.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Guillaume Cabane, Co-Founder and General Partner at Hypergrowth Partners. G has helped scale some of the fastest-growing B2B companies, including Ramp, Retool, Vercel, Reddit, and more.

In this episode, we dive deep into how AI is fundamentally changing growth strategies, making outbound sales more efficient, and reshaping how companies think about customer acquisition. G shares why the economics of marketing are shifting rapidly, how AI-generated content and ads are unlocking new opportunities in B2B, and why traditional sales roles may soon become obsolete.

We also discuss the death of outdated marketing channels, why direct mail is making a surprising comeback, and how G’s team is leveraging AI-driven personalization at scale to drive record-breaking engagement.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16778854 Wed, 12 Mar 2025 21:00:00 +0200 2246 AI, Growth, Sales, Startups 283 full false E282 | Navigating Early-Stage Growth: Churn, Retention, & Customer Success at Pylon E282 | Navigating Early-Stage Growth: Churn, Retention, & Customer Success at Pylon Today on the show we have Advith Chelikani, the Co-founder and CTO of Pylon.

In this episode, Advith shares his journey from engineer to co-founder and how Pylon is redefining B2B customer support.

We then discussed the role of product velocity in driving retention, the challenges of scaling customer success at an early-stage startup, and why founders should stay close to customers for as long as possible.

We wrapped up by exploring the balance between growth and efficiency, the impact of AI in customer support, and the hiring strategies that have fueled Pylon’s expansion.

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]]> Today on the show we have Advith Chelikani, the Co-founder and CTO of Pylon.

In this episode, Advith shares his journey from engineer to co-founder and how Pylon is redefining B2B customer support.

We then discussed the role of product velocity in driving retention, the challenges of scaling customer success at an early-stage startup, and why founders should stay close to customers for as long as possible.

We wrapped up by exploring the balance between growth and efficiency, the impact of AI in customer support, and the hiring strategies that have fueled Pylon’s expansion.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16695331 Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:00:00 +0200 1999 Churn, Retention, Growth, Customer Success 282 full false E281 | The Foundational Laws of Retention That Haven’t Changed in the AI Era with Brian Balfour E281 | The Foundational Laws of Retention That Haven’t Changed in the AI Era with Brian Balfour Today on the show, we have Brian Balfour, the Founder and CEO of Reforge and former VP of Growth at HubSpot.

In this episode, Brian shares his perspective on the foundational laws of retention that remain unchanged, even as AI continues to transform the way we build and grow products.

We then discussed why many AI products are struggling with high churn, the role of natural usage frequency in product retention, and how businesses can avoid falling into the trap of ignoring core retention principles.

We wrapped up by exploring how AI is reshaping product teams, why product-market fit collapse is happening faster than ever, and how companies can navigate the new challenges of AI-native product development.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Brian Balfour, the Founder and CEO of Reforge and former VP of Growth at HubSpot.

In this episode, Brian shares his perspective on the foundational laws of retention that remain unchanged, even as AI continues to transform the way we build and grow products.

We then discussed why many AI products are struggling with high churn, the role of natural usage frequency in product retention, and how businesses can avoid falling into the trap of ignoring core retention principles.

We wrapped up by exploring how AI is reshaping product teams, why product-market fit collapse is happening faster than ever, and how companies can navigate the new challenges of AI-native product development.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16609089 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:00:00 +0200 2647 Retention, Churn, AI, Product-Market Fit 281 full false E280 | Reinventing Go-To-Market: Lessons from Agorapulse’s Upmarket Expansion with Emeric Ernoult E280 | Reinventing Go-To-Market: Lessons from Agorapulse’s Upmarket Expansion with Emeric Ernoult Today on the show we have Emeric Ernoult, the Founder and CEO of Agorapulse.

In this episode, Emeric shares his experience navigating Agorapulse’s bold pivot from serving SMBs to targeting mid-market and enterprise clients.

We then discussed the challenges of combating endemic churn, why moving upmarket was critical for growth, and the lessons learned from multiple pivots along the way.

We wrapped up by discussing the complexities of scaling a SaaS business while bootstrapped, including how to align product, marketing, and sales when shifting to a new customer segment.

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]]> Today on the show we have Emeric Ernoult, the Founder and CEO of Agorapulse.

In this episode, Emeric shares his experience navigating Agorapulse’s bold pivot from serving SMBs to targeting mid-market and enterprise clients.

We then discussed the challenges of combating endemic churn, why moving upmarket was critical for growth, and the lessons learned from multiple pivots along the way.

We wrapped up by discussing the complexities of scaling a SaaS business while bootstrapped, including how to align product, marketing, and sales when shifting to a new customer segment.

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]]> Buzzsprout-16567883 Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:00:00 +0200 2870 Churn, Retention, GTM, Go-to-market, Agorapulse 280 full false E279 | The Evolution of Copy.AI: From AI Copywriting to Enterprise Workflow Automation with Paul Yacoubian E279 | The Evolution of Copy.AI: From AI Copywriting to Enterprise Workflow Automation with Paul Yacoubian Today on the show we have Paul Yacoubian, founder and CEO of Copy.AI. 

In this episode, we explore how Copy.AI evolved from an AI copywriting tool into a full-scale enterprise workflow automation platform.

Paul shares how LLMs (Large Language Models) are reshaping go-to-market strategies, the challenges enterprises face in AI adoption, and why data management is the biggest bottleneck for AI-driven automation.

We also dive into Paul’s approach to angel investing, why he prioritizes founders over funding stages, and how companies should think about customer activation, churn, and retention in an AI-powered world.

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]]> Today on the show we have Paul Yacoubian, founder and CEO of Copy.AI. 

In this episode, we explore how Copy.AI evolved from an AI copywriting tool into a full-scale enterprise workflow automation platform.

Paul shares how LLMs (Large Language Models) are reshaping go-to-market strategies, the challenges enterprises face in AI adoption, and why data management is the biggest bottleneck for AI-driven automation.

We also dive into Paul’s approach to angel investing, why he prioritizes founders over funding stages, and how companies should think about customer activation, churn, and retention in an AI-powered world.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16524999 Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0200 3215 Churn, Retention, AI, Generative AI, Copy.ai 279 full false E278 | Aligning Growth Marketing and Growth Product to Maximize Retention with Yuriy Timen E278 | Aligning Growth Marketing and Growth Product to Maximize Retention with Yuriy Timen Today on the show we have Yuriy Timen, investor and advisor to companies like Airtable, Canva, and Oyster, and former Global Head of Growth & Marketing at Grammarly.

Yuriy shares his journey from leading performance marketing to building a high-impact growth product team—and why aligning these functions is crucial for retention.

We explore the challenges of balancing acquisition and retention, how to structure growth teams effectively, and why the first user session is the biggest lever for long-term retention. Yuriy also shares his perspective on when startups should truly focus on growth and how to avoid the common mistake of scaling too soon.

Tune in to learn how to break down silos, create a retention-driven growth strategy, and build a seamless user experience from acquisition to activation.

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]]> Today on the show we have Yuriy Timen, investor and advisor to companies like Airtable, Canva, and Oyster, and former Global Head of Growth & Marketing at Grammarly.

Yuriy shares his journey from leading performance marketing to building a high-impact growth product team—and why aligning these functions is crucial for retention.

We explore the challenges of balancing acquisition and retention, how to structure growth teams effectively, and why the first user session is the biggest lever for long-term retention. Yuriy also shares his perspective on when startups should truly focus on growth and how to avoid the common mistake of scaling too soon.

Tune in to learn how to break down silos, create a retention-driven growth strategy, and build a seamless user experience from acquisition to activation.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16482076 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0200 2494 Activation, Growth Marketing, Growth Product, Retention 278 full false E277 | What SaaS Founders Should Know Before Going Multi-Product: Lessons from Kovai's Saravana Kumar E277 | What SaaS Founders Should Know Before Going Multi-Product: Lessons from Kovai's Saravana Kumar Today on the show we have Saravana Kumar, the CEO and Founder of Kovai.co.

In this episode, Saravana shares his journey from launching a single-product business to building a multi-product SaaS company. He reflects on the challenges of scaling multiple products and offers candid insights into why he wouldn’t recommend his approach.

Saravana also reveals the story behind Churn360, the customer success product he ultimately decided to shut down after significant investment, and what this taught him about market fit and opportunity cost.

We then explore the signals that led to Kovai.co expanding into new products, the strategies behind scaling Document360, and how Saravana balances managing multiple SaaS products with distinct go-to-market motions.

Finally, Saravana discusses why onboarding is critical to fighting churn, the importance of aligning product-market fit with sales strategies, and what SaaS founders need to know before attempting a multi-product approach.

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]]> Today on the show we have Saravana Kumar, the CEO and Founder of Kovai.co.

In this episode, Saravana shares his journey from launching a single-product business to building a multi-product SaaS company. He reflects on the challenges of scaling multiple products and offers candid insights into why he wouldn’t recommend his approach.

Saravana also reveals the story behind Churn360, the customer success product he ultimately decided to shut down after significant investment, and what this taught him about market fit and opportunity cost.

We then explore the signals that led to Kovai.co expanding into new products, the strategies behind scaling Document360, and how Saravana balances managing multiple SaaS products with distinct go-to-market motions.

Finally, Saravana discusses why onboarding is critical to fighting churn, the importance of aligning product-market fit with sales strategies, and what SaaS founders need to know before attempting a multi-product approach.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16409777 Thu, 09 Jan 2025 21:00:00 +0200 2151 SaaS, Multi-Product, Retention, Growth, Customer Success 277 full false E276 | Beyond Seats: The Shift Towards Success-Based Pricing with Kyle Poyar E276 | Beyond Seats: The Shift Towards Success-Based Pricing with Kyle Poyar Today on the show, we have Kyle Poyar, Co-founder and Operating Partner at Tremont.

In this episode, Kyle shares his journey from consulting at Simon-Kucher to becoming a leading voice in SaaS pricing. We dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of evolving pricing models, exploring the shift from traditional seat-based pricing to success-based frameworks.

We also discuss how AI is reshaping the SaaS landscape, influencing not just products but also how companies think about customer value and retention. Kyle shares actionable insights on aligning pricing strategies with customer success to drive growth and minimize churn.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Kyle Poyar, Co-founder and Operating Partner at Tremont.

In this episode, Kyle shares his journey from consulting at Simon-Kucher to becoming a leading voice in SaaS pricing. We dive deep into the challenges and opportunities of evolving pricing models, exploring the shift from traditional seat-based pricing to success-based frameworks.

We also discuss how AI is reshaping the SaaS landscape, influencing not just products but also how companies think about customer value and retention. Kyle shares actionable insights on aligning pricing strategies with customer success to drive growth and minimize churn.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16361127 Wed, 01 Jan 2025 10:00:00 +0200 2895 Pricing, SaaS, Churn, Retention, Packaging 276 full false E275 | How to Prepare Your SaaS for Acquisition with Tim Schumacher E275 | How to Prepare Your SaaS for Acquisition with Tim Schumacher Today on the show we have Tim Schumacher, the Co-Founder of SaaS Group, a company specializing in acquiring and scaling SaaS businesses.

In this episode, Tim shares his insights on how SaaS founders can prepare their businesses for acquisition, covering key metrics, processes, and strategies to stand out in the market.

We then discussed the importance of revenue, profitability, and team structure in determining valuation and how SaaS Group evaluates potential acquisitions.

We wrapped up by exploring post-acquisition integration, including how SaaS Group supports acquired companies to maximize growth while maintaining their unique culture.

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]]> Today on the show we have Tim Schumacher, the Co-Founder of SaaS Group, a company specializing in acquiring and scaling SaaS businesses.

In this episode, Tim shares his insights on how SaaS founders can prepare their businesses for acquisition, covering key metrics, processes, and strategies to stand out in the market.

We then discussed the importance of revenue, profitability, and team structure in determining valuation and how SaaS Group evaluates potential acquisitions.

We wrapped up by exploring post-acquisition integration, including how SaaS Group supports acquired companies to maximize growth while maintaining their unique culture.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16259430 Wed, 11 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +0200 2020 SaaS, Acquisition, Churn, Retention, Venture Capital, Private Equity 275 full false E274 | Activation Milestones: The Secret to Early Retention Success with Elliott Poppel E274 | Activation Milestones: The Secret to Early Retention Success with Elliott Poppel Today on the show we have Elliott Poppel, the CEO and founder of General Collaboration.

In this episode, Elliott shares his experience identifying activation milestones to separate casual visitors from engaged users and how these metrics drive early retention success.

We then discussed the challenges of integrating multiple tools into a seamless user experience and the importance of positioning and marketing in product adoption.

We wrapped up by exploring the lessons Elliott learned as a third-time founder and his insights on balancing user acquisition, retention, and growth.

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]]> Today on the show we have Elliott Poppel, the CEO and founder of General Collaboration.

In this episode, Elliott shares his experience identifying activation milestones to separate casual visitors from engaged users and how these metrics drive early retention success.

We then discussed the challenges of integrating multiple tools into a seamless user experience and the importance of positioning and marketing in product adoption.

We wrapped up by exploring the lessons Elliott learned as a third-time founder and his insights on balancing user acquisition, retention, and growth.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16219324 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0200 2030 Activation, Metrics, Onboarding, SaaS, Collaboration, Productivity, Churn, Retention 274 full false E273 | Redefining Customer Success in the Age of AI with Agency's CEO Elias Torres E273 | Redefining Customer Success in the Age of AI with Agency's CEO Elias Torres In this episode, Elias Torres shares his journey from building and selling Drift for $1.2 billion to launching Agency and how he’s leveraging AI to revolutionize customer success.

We then dove into the challenges of scaling customer success teams, the role of AI in automating tasks, and the potential to create a unified "customer brain" for better insights and engagement.

We wrapped up by discussing the future of customer success, the shift to outcome-based pricing models, and Elias' vision for building a $10 billion company with a lean team empowered by AI.

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]]> In this episode, Elias Torres shares his journey from building and selling Drift for $1.2 billion to launching Agency and how he’s leveraging AI to revolutionize customer success.

We then dove into the challenges of scaling customer success teams, the role of AI in automating tasks, and the potential to create a unified "customer brain" for better insights and engagement.

We wrapped up by discussing the future of customer success, the shift to outcome-based pricing models, and Elias' vision for building a $10 billion company with a lean team empowered by AI.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16188507 Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0200 2406 Customer Success, AI, LLM, Generative AI, Retention 273 full false E272 | Activating Growth through Data-Driven Insights with Crystal Widjaja on Retention Funnels E272 | Activating Growth through Data-Driven Insights with Crystal Widjaja on Retention Funnels Today on the show, we have Crystal Widjaja, Executive-in-Residence at Reforge and angel investor and advisor to several startups.

In this episode, Crystal shares her expertise on activating growth through data-driven insights, focusing on the importance of well-structured retention funnels. She explains how to design impactful onboarding experiences, track the right metrics, and identify key points of abandonment to improve user activation and engagement.

We then delve into the power of segmentation and discuss how understanding user behavior and traits can unlock exponential growth. Finally, we explore actionable tips for avoiding common data pitfalls and creating a culture of experimentation and improvement.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Crystal Widjaja, Executive-in-Residence at Reforge and angel investor and advisor to several startups.

In this episode, Crystal shares her expertise on activating growth through data-driven insights, focusing on the importance of well-structured retention funnels. She explains how to design impactful onboarding experiences, track the right metrics, and identify key points of abandonment to improve user activation and engagement.

We then delve into the power of segmentation and discuss how understanding user behavior and traits can unlock exponential growth. Finally, we explore actionable tips for avoiding common data pitfalls and creating a culture of experimentation and improvement.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16152449 Fri, 22 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0200 2421 Activation, Retention, Funnels, Data, Data Analysis, SaaS 272 full false E271 | How to Transform Your Support Team into a Growth Engine with SupportLogic's CEO, Krish Raj Raja E271 | How to Transform Your Support Team into a Growth Engine with SupportLogic's CEO, Krish Raj Raja Today on the show, we have Krishna Raj Raja, the CEO of SupportLogic.

In this episode, Krishna shares his journey from engineering at VMware to founding SupportLogic, a platform that transforms support interactions into actionable customer insights.

We discuss his approach to turning support into a growth engine by monitoring customer interactions for hidden signals that can prevent churn.

Finally, Krishna reveals how leading companies are adopting a proactive support experience management strategy, showing significant reductions in customer escalations and increases in expansion.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Krishna Raj Raja, the CEO of SupportLogic.

In this episode, Krishna shares his journey from engineering at VMware to founding SupportLogic, a platform that transforms support interactions into actionable customer insights.

We discuss his approach to turning support into a growth engine by monitoring customer interactions for hidden signals that can prevent churn.

Finally, Krishna reveals how leading companies are adopting a proactive support experience management strategy, showing significant reductions in customer escalations and increases in expansion.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16097367 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0200 2467 Support, Churn, Retention, Growth, Support Experience 272 full false E270 | Boosting Marketplace Retention Through Engagement and Quality Management at Scale AI with Ruslan Nazarenko E270 | Boosting Marketplace Retention Through Engagement and Quality Management at Scale AI with Ruslan Nazarenko Today on the show, we have Ruslan Nazarenko, the Head of Growth at Scale AI.

In this episode, Ruslan shares his approach to boosting retention in marketplace models through strategic engagement and quality management. He dives into Scale AI's unique model for retaining skilled gig workers, emphasizing how tailored experiences can overcome common marketplace retention challenges.

We then explore the role of dormancy and reactivation in maintaining a resilient workforce, and how Scale AI balances high-quality standards with user engagement to create a robust marketplace ecosystem.

We wrapped up by exploring the critical role of company culture in driving sustainable growth, the value of setting ambitious goals, and Ruslan’s insights into building a resilient, motivated team that drives growth. 

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]]> Today on the show, we have Ruslan Nazarenko, the Head of Growth at Scale AI.

In this episode, Ruslan shares his approach to boosting retention in marketplace models through strategic engagement and quality management. He dives into Scale AI's unique model for retaining skilled gig workers, emphasizing how tailored experiences can overcome common marketplace retention challenges.

We then explore the role of dormancy and reactivation in maintaining a resilient workforce, and how Scale AI balances high-quality standards with user engagement to create a robust marketplace ecosystem.

We wrapped up by exploring the critical role of company culture in driving sustainable growth, the value of setting ambitious goals, and Ruslan’s insights into building a resilient, motivated team that drives growth. 

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16063833 Thu, 07 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0200 2538 Marketplace, AI, Training Data, Retention, Engagement, Activation 270 full false E269 | From Solo to Team: How Superhuman Broke Through Their Growth Ceiling with Multiplayer Mode, with Gaurav Vohra E269 | From Solo to Team: How Superhuman Broke Through Their Growth Ceiling with Multiplayer Mode, with Gaurav Vohra Today on the show, we have Gaurav Vohra, Head of Product Growth at Superhuman.

In this episode, Gaurav shares how Superhuman transitioned from a solo (single-player) tool to a powerful team-based (multiplayer) product, enabling them to break through their growth ceiling.

We explore the deliberate strategies behind Superhuman’s shift to team use, including the challenges of adapting a high-quality, individual-focused product for broader team functionality. Gaurav discusses the key product changes that made Superhuman invaluable for entire teams, creating new growth pathways and expanding Superhuman’s market reach.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Gaurav Vohra, Head of Product Growth at Superhuman.

In this episode, Gaurav shares how Superhuman transitioned from a solo (single-player) tool to a powerful team-based (multiplayer) product, enabling them to break through their growth ceiling.

We explore the deliberate strategies behind Superhuman’s shift to team use, including the challenges of adapting a high-quality, individual-focused product for broader team functionality. Gaurav discusses the key product changes that made Superhuman invaluable for entire teams, creating new growth pathways and expanding Superhuman’s market reach.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-16016788 Wed, 30 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0200 2920 Growth, Retention, Superhuman 269 full false E268 | Simplifying Customer Success: The Key to Retaining Loyal Customers at Scale with Evgenia Mkrtychian E268 | Simplifying Customer Success: The Key to Retaining Loyal Customers at Scale with Evgenia Mkrtychian Today on the show we have Evgenia Mkrtychian, the Director of Customer Success and Corporate Communication Strategy at LoyaltyPlant, a full-scale customer engagement platform.

In this episode, Evgenia shares her decade-long journey in B2B SaaS, emphasizing practical strategies for customer engagement and retention and discussing LoyaltyPlant's 30% revenue growth, process improvements, and the introduction of gamification elements.

We then discussed the release of her new book, "Customer Success Playbook: Your Practical Guide to Winning Customer Loyalty in B2B SaaS” and we wrapped up by discussing  simplicity, decision-making, and critical thinking in customer success.

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]]> Today on the show we have Evgenia Mkrtychian, the Director of Customer Success and Corporate Communication Strategy at LoyaltyPlant, a full-scale customer engagement platform.

In this episode, Evgenia shares her decade-long journey in B2B SaaS, emphasizing practical strategies for customer engagement and retention and discussing LoyaltyPlant's 30% revenue growth, process improvements, and the introduction of gamification elements.

We then discussed the release of her new book, "Customer Success Playbook: Your Practical Guide to Winning Customer Loyalty in B2B SaaS” and we wrapped up by discussing  simplicity, decision-making, and critical thinking in customer success.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15989621 Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0300 2242 Customer Success, Loyalty, Retention 268 full false E267 | How to Shift Seemingly Uncontrollable Churn into Retention-Driven Growth with Adam Fishman E267 | How to Shift Seemingly Uncontrollable Churn into Retention-Driven Growth with Adam Fishman Today on the show, we have Adam Fishman, interim SVP of New Products at Mozilla and a growth advisor to various startups.

In this episode, Adam dives into the concept of controllable vs. seemingly uncontrollable churn, sharing strategies he used at Patreon and Imperfect Foods to effectively manage churn.

He explains how to identify what appears to be out of your control and the tactics that can tame it, turning seemingly uncontrollable churn into manageable factors. From improving customer onboarding to managing expectations, Adam reveals how focusing on the right areas can significantly impact retention and drive growth.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Adam Fishman, interim SVP of New Products at Mozilla and a growth advisor to various startups.

In this episode, Adam dives into the concept of controllable vs. seemingly uncontrollable churn, sharing strategies he used at Patreon and Imperfect Foods to effectively manage churn.

He explains how to identify what appears to be out of your control and the tactics that can tame it, turning seemingly uncontrollable churn into manageable factors. From improving customer onboarding to managing expectations, Adam reveals how focusing on the right areas can significantly impact retention and drive growth.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15935745 Wed, 16 Oct 2024 23:00:00 +0300 2630 Onboarding, Activation, Churn, Retention, Growth 267 full false E266 | From Concert Halls to Boardrooms: Turning Seemingly Unrelated Skills into Customer Success Strengths with Marija Skobe-Pilley E266 | From Concert Halls to Boardrooms: Turning Seemingly Unrelated Skills into Customer Success Strengths with Marija Skobe-Pilley Today on the show, we have Marija Skobe-Pilley, Co-Founder and Director of Fractional SaaS and host of the Women in Customer Success podcast.

In this episode, Marija shares her incredible journey from a professional musician to a leader in customer success. We explore how she turned seemingly unrelated skills from her music career into strengths in customer success, applying talents like discipline, project management, and audience engagement to build strong client relationships and drive business growth.

We also discuss the challenges of making major career transitions, how to recognize transferable skills, and how Marija positioned herself for leadership roles in customer success. Finally, we dive into the rise of portfolio careers and how Marija is embracing this model to balance consulting, coaching, and personal projects.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Marija Skobe-Pilley, Co-Founder and Director of Fractional SaaS and host of the Women in Customer Success podcast.

In this episode, Marija shares her incredible journey from a professional musician to a leader in customer success. We explore how she turned seemingly unrelated skills from her music career into strengths in customer success, applying talents like discipline, project management, and audience engagement to build strong client relationships and drive business growth.

We also discuss the challenges of making major career transitions, how to recognize transferable skills, and how Marija positioned herself for leadership roles in customer success. Finally, we dive into the rise of portfolio careers and how Marija is embracing this model to balance consulting, coaching, and personal projects.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15912655 Sat, 12 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0300 2157 Customer Success, Career, Retention 266 full false E265 | How Rows' Ungated, Product-as-the-Homepage Experience Tripled User Signups and Redefined Activation with Henrique Cruz E265 | How Rows' Ungated, Product-as-the-Homepage Experience Tripled User Signups and Redefined Activation with Henrique Cruz Today on the show, we have Henrique Cruz, Head of Growth at Rows.

In this episode, Henrique shares how Rows radically transformed its user acquisition and activation strategy by making the product the homepage. He breaks down the bold decision to remove traditional barriers like signups, creating an ungated, no-account-required experience that tripled user signups—from 8% to 27%.

We then explore the impact this change had on their key metrics, the power of onboarding through real-time product use, and how this approach has redefined activation and retention for Rows.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Henrique Cruz, Head of Growth at Rows.

In this episode, Henrique shares how Rows radically transformed its user acquisition and activation strategy by making the product the homepage. He breaks down the bold decision to remove traditional barriers like signups, creating an ungated, no-account-required experience that tripled user signups—from 8% to 27%.

We then explore the impact this change had on their key metrics, the power of onboarding through real-time product use, and how this approach has redefined activation and retention for Rows.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15855437 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 15:00:00 +0300 2633 Activation, CRO, Growth, Retention 265 full false E264 | Sales-Led vs. Product-Led: The Key Differences Tackling Churn with eWebinar's CEO Melissa Kwan E264 | Sales-Led vs. Product-Led: The Key Differences Tackling Churn with eWebinar's CEO Melissa Kwan Today on the show, we have Melissa Kwan, CEO and Co-Founder of eWebinar.

In this episode, Melissa shares her experience building and scaling eWebinar, a product-led company, and contrasts it with her previous sales-led ventures.

We dive into the key differences between sales-led and product-led growth models, specifically how each approach tackles churn and retention.

Melissa also opens up about the challenges of bootstrapping a SaaS company, the role of automation in scaling, and how focusing on lifestyle has shaped her business decisions.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Melissa Kwan, CEO and Co-Founder of eWebinar.

In this episode, Melissa shares her experience building and scaling eWebinar, a product-led company, and contrasts it with her previous sales-led ventures.

We dive into the key differences between sales-led and product-led growth models, specifically how each approach tackles churn and retention.

Melissa also opens up about the challenges of bootstrapping a SaaS company, the role of automation in scaling, and how focusing on lifestyle has shaped her business decisions.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15790370 Wed, 25 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +0300 2680 PLG, SLG, Churn, Retention, Bootstrapped 264 full false E263 | From Optimizely to Limitless: Dan Siroker on Building Products That Wow E263 | From Optimizely to Limitless: Dan Siroker on Building Products That Wow Today on the show we have Dan Siroker, CEO and Co-Founder of Limitless.

In this episode, Dan shares his journey from founding Optimizely, growing it to $120 million in ARR, to now leading Limitless, a company focused on building products that enhance memory.

We discussed the challenges of transitioning from B2B to B2C, including how AI is reshaping consumer retention and the importance of product focus and execution.

Finally, we wrapped up by diving into Dan’s philosophy on building products that truly "wow" and how startups can achieve that through ruthless prioritization and attention to detail.

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]]> Today on the show we have Dan Siroker, CEO and Co-Founder of Limitless.

In this episode, Dan shares his journey from founding Optimizely, growing it to $120 million in ARR, to now leading Limitless, a company focused on building products that enhance memory.

We discussed the challenges of transitioning from B2B to B2C, including how AI is reshaping consumer retention and the importance of product focus and execution.

Finally, we wrapped up by diving into Dan’s philosophy on building products that truly "wow" and how startups can achieve that through ruthless prioritization and attention to detail.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15785951 Fri, 20 Sep 2024 19:00:00 +0300 2437 Retention, B2B, B2C, Activation 263 full false E262 | How Data-Driven Automation Transforms Customer Success with Joe Di Grande E262 | How Data-Driven Automation Transforms Customer Success with Joe Di Grande Today on the show, we have Joe Di Grande, the founder of Joe Does Tech Touch, a consulting firm specializing in customer success automation.

In this episode, Joe discusses the transformative power of data-driven automation in customer success. He shares how companies can leverage data to segment customers, automate renewals, and scale personalized engagement—without needing large teams.

Joe also explains how automating critical processes like renewals and pricing adjustments can directly impact Net Revenue Retention (NRR) and customer satisfaction.

We then wrapped up by diving into the importance of organizing customer data and implementing the right tools to ensure scalable success for both SMB and enterprise clients.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Joe Di Grande, the founder of Joe Does Tech Touch, a consulting firm specializing in customer success automation.

In this episode, Joe discusses the transformative power of data-driven automation in customer success. He shares how companies can leverage data to segment customers, automate renewals, and scale personalized engagement—without needing large teams.

Joe also explains how automating critical processes like renewals and pricing adjustments can directly impact Net Revenue Retention (NRR) and customer satisfaction.

We then wrapped up by diving into the importance of organizing customer data and implementing the right tools to ensure scalable success for both SMB and enterprise clients.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15733590 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 15:00:00 +0300 2027 Customer Success, Low Touch, Tech Touch, Retention, Activation, Onboarding, Automation 262 full false E261 | From Zero to Success: How to Build Customer Success Teams from Scratch with Ben Francis E261 | From Zero to Success: How to Build Customer Success Teams from Scratch with Ben Francis Today on the show we have Ben Francis, the Director of Customer Success at Evident.

In this episode, Ben shares his experience in building and scaling customer success teams from scratch. He offers actionable insights on refining onboarding processes, consolidating essential customer data, and employing strategic hiring practices to foster team growth and enhance customer loyalty.

We then discussed the significance of specialization within customer success teams as they scale, with Ben introducing the concept of time inventory exercises to optimize team efficiency and quantify the value of new investments. We wrapped up by exploring strategies for fostering a positive team culture through continuous learning and proactive communication.


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]]> Today on the show we have Ben Francis, the Director of Customer Success at Evident.

In this episode, Ben shares his experience in building and scaling customer success teams from scratch. He offers actionable insights on refining onboarding processes, consolidating essential customer data, and employing strategic hiring practices to foster team growth and enhance customer loyalty.

We then discussed the significance of specialization within customer success teams as they scale, with Ben introducing the concept of time inventory exercises to optimize team efficiency and quantify the value of new investments. We wrapped up by exploring strategies for fostering a positive team culture through continuous learning and proactive communication.


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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15692690 Wed, 04 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0300 2880 Customer Success, Culture, Hiring, Churn, Retention 261 full false E260 | The PLG vs. SLG Debate: Surprising Insights from SaaS Benchmarks with Emilia Korczynska of User Pilot E260 | The PLG vs. SLG Debate: Surprising Insights from SaaS Benchmarks with Emilia Korczynska of User Pilot Today on the show we have Emilia Korczynska, the VP of Marketing at Userpilot.

In this episode, Emilia shares her insights into the ongoing debate between Product-Led Growth (PLG) and Sales-Led Growth (SLG) strategies in SaaS companies.

Emilia shared surprising findings from Userpilot’s latest SaaS product metrics benchmark report, which challenge common assumptions about PLG effectiveness.

We wrapped up by exploring how these insights are influencing Userpilot's product positioning and strategy moving forward, along with the importance of understanding customer needs through both qualitative and quantitative data.

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]]> Today on the show we have Emilia Korczynska, the VP of Marketing at Userpilot.

In this episode, Emilia shares her insights into the ongoing debate between Product-Led Growth (PLG) and Sales-Led Growth (SLG) strategies in SaaS companies.

Emilia shared surprising findings from Userpilot’s latest SaaS product metrics benchmark report, which challenge common assumptions about PLG effectiveness.

We wrapped up by exploring how these insights are influencing Userpilot's product positioning and strategy moving forward, along with the importance of understanding customer needs through both qualitative and quantitative data.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15661350 Thu, 29 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2780 PLG, SLG, Activation, Onboarding 260 full false E259 | Identifying Your Ideal Customer Profile: A Data-Driven Approach with Goodfit's CEO Harrison Rose E259 | Identifying Your Ideal Customer Profile: A Data-Driven Approach with Goodfit's CEO Harrison Rose Today on the show we have Harrison Rose, CEO and Co-founder of GoodFit.

In this episode, Harrison shares his journey from founding Paddle, a revenue delivery platform for B2B SaaS, to starting GoodFit, a company that helps businesses identify the right customers at the right time with the right message.

We dive deep into the importance of identifying your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and how data-driven approaches can refine this process. Harrison discusses the key factors to consider when defining your ICP, how to leverage data to prioritize the best-fit customers, and the impact of these strategies on churn and retention.

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]]> Today on the show we have Harrison Rose, CEO and Co-founder of GoodFit.

In this episode, Harrison shares his journey from founding Paddle, a revenue delivery platform for B2B SaaS, to starting GoodFit, a company that helps businesses identify the right customers at the right time with the right message.

We dive deep into the importance of identifying your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) and how data-driven approaches can refine this process. Harrison discusses the key factors to consider when defining your ICP, how to leverage data to prioritize the best-fit customers, and the impact of these strategies on churn and retention.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15581187 Wed, 21 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2469 ICP, Ideal Customer Profile, Retention, GoodFit 259 full false E258 | Transforming Customer Success into a Growth Function with Entrust's Chief Customer Officer Harini Gokul E258 | Transforming Customer Success into a Growth Function with Entrust's Chief Customer Officer Harini Gokul Today on the show we have Harini Gokul, the Chief Customer Officer of Entrust.

In this episode, Harini shares her experience in transforming Entrust’s customer success function into a powerful growth engine. We dive into the strategies she used to align customer success with P&L goals, ensuring the team’s contribution to revenue growth.

Harini also discusses the critical role of data-driven accountability in driving customer retention and how Entrust is leveraging AI to enhance customer experience at scale.

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]]> Today on the show we have Harini Gokul, the Chief Customer Officer of Entrust.

In this episode, Harini shares her experience in transforming Entrust’s customer success function into a powerful growth engine. We dive into the strategies she used to align customer success with P&L goals, ensuring the team’s contribution to revenue growth.

Harini also discusses the critical role of data-driven accountability in driving customer retention and how Entrust is leveraging AI to enhance customer experience at scale.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15580996 Wed, 14 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0300 2275 Customer Success, Growth, SaaS 258 full false E257 | How to Build a Customer Success Team Leveraging Subject Matter Experts with Szuyin Leow E257 | How to Build a Customer Success Team Leveraging Subject Matter Experts with Szuyin Leow Today on the show we have Szuyin Leow, the VP of Customer Experience at Transcend.

In this episode, Szuyin shares her experience transitioning from IT security consulting to customer success, and how leveraging subject matter experts has transformed her approach to building effective CS teams.

We then discuss the strategies and benefits of hiring industry experts to enhance customer experience, and the practical steps Szuyin took to implement these practices at LogicGate and Transcend.

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]]> Today on the show we have Szuyin Leow, the VP of Customer Experience at Transcend.

In this episode, Szuyin shares her experience transitioning from IT security consulting to customer success, and how leveraging subject matter experts has transformed her approach to building effective CS teams.

We then discuss the strategies and benefits of hiring industry experts to enhance customer experience, and the practical steps Szuyin took to implement these practices at LogicGate and Transcend.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15545950 Wed, 07 Aug 2024 19:00:00 +0300 2587 Customer Success, Churn, Retention 257 full false E256 | Community-Driven Development: Boosting Retention with Integrations with Biro Florin E256 | Community-Driven Development: Boosting Retention with Integrations with Biro Florin Today on the show we have Biro Florin, a misfit, angel investor, exited founder, and show host of Misfit Founders.

In this episode, Biro shares his experience in building successful integrations within the Atlassian marketplace.

We then discussed how community-driven development can significantly enhance user retention and engagement.

We wrapped up by exploring the balance between acquisition and retention, and the lessons learned from Jexo’s journey in the SaaS ecosystem.

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]]> Today on the show we have Biro Florin, a misfit, angel investor, exited founder, and show host of Misfit Founders.

In this episode, Biro shares his experience in building successful integrations within the Atlassian marketplace.

We then discussed how community-driven development can significantly enhance user retention and engagement.

We wrapped up by exploring the balance between acquisition and retention, and the lessons learned from Jexo’s journey in the SaaS ecosystem.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15506991 Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0300 2547 Integrations, Marketplace Apps, Churn, Retention, SaaS 256 full false E255 | Navigating Growth and Retention: Lessons from PostHog’s CEO, James Hawkins E255 | Navigating Growth and Retention: Lessons from PostHog’s CEO, James Hawkins Today on the show we have James Hawkins, CEO and co-founder of PostHog.

In this episode, James shares his experience navigating growth and retention at PostHog. He discusses his journey from working in outbound sales to leading a product-led growth startup and the importance of an inbound-focused approach.

We delve into how PostHog defined and focused on their ideal customer profile (ICP) of engineers, which not only shaped their product development and marketing strategies but also influenced their unique team structure, where every team member can code.

We wrapped up with James talking about the transition from self-hosted to cloud services and their strategic shift to usage-based pricing.

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]]> Today on the show we have James Hawkins, CEO and co-founder of PostHog.

In this episode, James shares his experience navigating growth and retention at PostHog. He discusses his journey from working in outbound sales to leading a product-led growth startup and the importance of an inbound-focused approach.

We delve into how PostHog defined and focused on their ideal customer profile (ICP) of engineers, which not only shaped their product development and marketing strategies but also influenced their unique team structure, where every team member can code.

We wrapped up with James talking about the transition from self-hosted to cloud services and their strategic shift to usage-based pricing.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15462779 Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2378 Growth, Retention, ICP, Analytics 255 full false E254 | Reactivation Tactics: Transforming Cancellations into Customer Retention Opportunities with Baird Hall E254 | Reactivation Tactics: Transforming Cancellations into Customer Retention Opportunities with Baird Hall Today on the show we have Baird Hall, the co-founder of Churnkey.

In this episode, Baird shares his experience in developing effective reactivation campaigns and the importance of segmentation in retention strategies.

We then discussed how small changes in retention tactics can have a monumental impact on high-volume subscription businesses, and the role of dynamic, personalized cancellation flows.

We wrapped up by exploring Churnkey's evolution from a tool-based approach to a comprehensive retention platform, and the future of AI-driven churn prediction.

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]]> Today on the show we have Baird Hall, the co-founder of Churnkey.

In this episode, Baird shares his experience in developing effective reactivation campaigns and the importance of segmentation in retention strategies.

We then discussed how small changes in retention tactics can have a monumental impact on high-volume subscription businesses, and the role of dynamic, personalized cancellation flows.

We wrapped up by exploring Churnkey's evolution from a tool-based approach to a comprehensive retention platform, and the future of AI-driven churn prediction.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15427614 Wed, 17 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0300 2243 Churn, Retention, Reactivation 254 full false E253 | Optimising Positioning, Messaging, and Buyer Enablement to Drive Customer Success with Jason Oakley E253 | Optimising Positioning, Messaging, and Buyer Enablement to Drive Customer Success with Jason Oakley Today on the show we have Jason Oakley, the founder of Productive PMM and former Director of Product Marketing at Klue and Chili Piper.

In this episode, Jason shares his experience in building product marketing from the ground up, focusing on the critical areas of positioning, messaging, and buyer enablement.

We discussed how these elements play a crucial role in driving customer success and improving retention, along with practical strategies for implementation.

We wrapped up by discussing the role of product marketing in working with sales, customer success, and product teams to ensure a seamless customer experience from onboarding to retention.

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]]> Today on the show we have Jason Oakley, the founder of Productive PMM and former Director of Product Marketing at Klue and Chili Piper.

In this episode, Jason shares his experience in building product marketing from the ground up, focusing on the critical areas of positioning, messaging, and buyer enablement.

We discussed how these elements play a crucial role in driving customer success and improving retention, along with practical strategies for implementation.

We wrapped up by discussing the role of product marketing in working with sales, customer success, and product teams to ensure a seamless customer experience from onboarding to retention.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15390136 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 10:00:00 +0300 1876 Product Marketing, Sales Enablement, Positioning, Churn, Retention 253 full false E252 | Preventing Team Churn: Leadership Tactics for Retaining Talent with Mr Joe E252 | Preventing Team Churn: Leadership Tactics for Retaining Talent with Mr Joe Today on the show we have Joe Leech, a Coach to CEOs with 18 years of tech experience, working with over 30 startups and FTSE100 giants.

In this episode, Joe shares his insights on retaining top talent and preventing team churn.

We discussed the common mistakes leaders make in micromanagement and hiring and we wrapped up by exploring effective onboarding strategies for new leaders.

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]]> Today on the show we have Joe Leech, a Coach to CEOs with 18 years of tech experience, working with over 30 startups and FTSE100 giants.

In this episode, Joe shares his insights on retaining top talent and preventing team churn.

We discussed the common mistakes leaders make in micromanagement and hiring and we wrapped up by exploring effective onboarding strategies for new leaders.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15354207 Wed, 03 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +0300 2901 Hiring, Team Retention 252 full false E251 | Pricing & Packaging for Long-Term Customer Retention with Mark Stiving E251 | Pricing & Packaging for Long-Term Customer Retention with Mark Stiving Today on the show we have Mark Stiving, the founder of Impact Pricing and author of "Selling Value", "Impact Pricing", and "Win Keep Grow".

In this episode, Mark shares his experience in the intricacies of pricing and packaging strategies, emphasizing their impact on customer retention and expansion.

We then discussed understanding customer value, overcoming internal biases, and the importance of iterative pricing strategies. 

We wrapped up by exploring actionable insights on leveraging pricing metrics to enhance customer engagement and reduce churn.

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]]> Today on the show we have Mark Stiving, the founder of Impact Pricing and author of "Selling Value", "Impact Pricing", and "Win Keep Grow".

In this episode, Mark shares his experience in the intricacies of pricing and packaging strategies, emphasizing their impact on customer retention and expansion.

We then discussed understanding customer value, overcoming internal biases, and the importance of iterative pricing strategies. 

We wrapped up by exploring actionable insights on leveraging pricing metrics to enhance customer engagement and reduce churn.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15314231 Wed, 26 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0300 2032 Pricing & Packaging, Retention 251 full false E250 | How Disco Boosted Virality by Switching Activation Channels with Justin Vandehey E250 | How Disco Boosted Virality by Switching Activation Channels with Justin Vandehey Today on the show we have Justin Vandehey, the Director of Partner Integrations and Development at Culture Amp.

In this episode, Justin shares his experience in growing Disco, a Slack-based employee recognition platform, which was acquired by Culture Amp.

We then discussed how Disco initially started as an email-based integration and the challenges they faced with user engagement. Justin dives into the pivotal decision to switch their activation channel to Slack, which significantly boosted virality within companies.

We wrapped up by exploring the strategies Disco used to maintain growth during the pandemic and how they adapted to changing market conditions.

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]]> Today on the show we have Justin Vandehey, the Director of Partner Integrations and Development at Culture Amp.

In this episode, Justin shares his experience in growing Disco, a Slack-based employee recognition platform, which was acquired by Culture Amp.

We then discussed how Disco initially started as an email-based integration and the challenges they faced with user engagement. Justin dives into the pivotal decision to switch their activation channel to Slack, which significantly boosted virality within companies.

We wrapped up by exploring the strategies Disco used to maintain growth during the pandemic and how they adapted to changing market conditions.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15274905 Wed, 19 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0300 1793 Activation, Engagement, Retention, Onboarding 250 full false E249 | Optimizing User Acquisition for Long-Term Retention with Planable's CMO, Miruna Dragomir E249 | Optimizing User Acquisition for Long-Term Retention with Planable's CMO, Miruna Dragomir Today on the show we have Miruna Dragomir, CMO of Planable.

In this episode, Miruna shares her experience in optimizing user acquisition for long-term retention.

We discuss her transition from large corporations like Uber and Oracle to an early-stage startup, Planable, and how she built and scaled the marketing team.

Miruna also delves into the integration of customer success and marketing, the retention strategies she used at Uber, and effective reactivation tactics.

We wrap up by exploring the challenges of B2B versus B2C marketing and the importance of creating user habits for sustained retention.

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]]> Today on the show we have Miruna Dragomir, CMO of Planable.

In this episode, Miruna shares her experience in optimizing user acquisition for long-term retention.

We discuss her transition from large corporations like Uber and Oracle to an early-stage startup, Planable, and how she built and scaled the marketing team.

Miruna also delves into the integration of customer success and marketing, the retention strategies she used at Uber, and effective reactivation tactics.

We wrap up by exploring the challenges of B2B versus B2C marketing and the importance of creating user habits for sustained retention.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15235976 Wed, 12 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +0300 2023 Acquisition, CMO, Customer Success, Reactivation 249 full false E248 | How Anti-Retention Metrics and Next Best Actions Boost Retention with Martin Gonto E248 | How Anti-Retention Metrics and Next Best Actions Boost Retention with Martin Gonto Today on the show we have Martin Gonto, the Co-Founder and GTM advisor of HyperGrowth Partners and interim CMO at Vercel.

In this episode, Gonto shares his experience in identifying and leveraging anti-retention metrics to optimize product strategies.

We then discussed the concept of next best actions and how these strategic steps can significantly enhance user retention.

We wrapped up by exploring practical examples from Gonto's work with various companies, highlighting actionable insights for startup growth.

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]]> Today on the show we have Martin Gonto, the Co-Founder and GTM advisor of HyperGrowth Partners and interim CMO at Vercel.

In this episode, Gonto shares his experience in identifying and leveraging anti-retention metrics to optimize product strategies.

We then discussed the concept of next best actions and how these strategic steps can significantly enhance user retention.

We wrapped up by exploring practical examples from Gonto's work with various companies, highlighting actionable insights for startup growth.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15196270 Wed, 05 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0300 2074 growth, retention, activation, startups, SaaS, GTM 248 full false E247 | Mastering Mobile Retention: Insights from SoundCloud and VSCO with Andy Carvell from Phiture E247 | Mastering Mobile Retention: Insights from SoundCloud and VSCO with Andy Carvell from Phiture Today on the show we have Andy Carvell, CEO and Co-Founder of Phiture.

In this episode, Andy shares the framework Phiture uses to increase mobile app retention, drawing from his extensive work with companies like SoundCloud and VSCO.

We discussed the future of mobile app interactions, including the potential of voice interfaces, AI, and wearable technology, and how these innovations fit into future growth strategies for mobile.

We wrapped up by diving into the importance of having a solid data tracking plan and Andy shared Phiture's systematic approach to help companies optimize their user engagement and retention strategies.

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]]> Today on the show we have Andy Carvell, CEO and Co-Founder of Phiture.

In this episode, Andy shares the framework Phiture uses to increase mobile app retention, drawing from his extensive work with companies like SoundCloud and VSCO.

We discussed the future of mobile app interactions, including the potential of voice interfaces, AI, and wearable technology, and how these innovations fit into future growth strategies for mobile.

We wrapped up by diving into the importance of having a solid data tracking plan and Andy shared Phiture's systematic approach to help companies optimize their user engagement and retention strategies.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15155083 Wed, 29 May 2024 09:00:00 +0300 2497 Growth, Retention, Mobile 247 full false E246 | Optimizing Cancellation Flows to Reduce Churn: Unbounce’s Approach with Tamara Grominsky E246 | Optimizing Cancellation Flows to Reduce Churn: Unbounce’s Approach with Tamara Grominsky Today on the show we have Tamara Grominsky, the Chief Strategy Officer at Unbounce.

In this episode, Tamara shares her experience in optimizing cancellation flows to reduce churn.

We then discussed how Unbounce implemented a data-driven approach to understand the reasons behind customer cancellations and how they tailored their strategies to different customer segments. We wrapped up by exploring the importance of cross-functional collaboration in driving successful churn reduction initiatives.

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]]> Today on the show we have Tamara Grominsky, the Chief Strategy Officer at Unbounce.

In this episode, Tamara shares her experience in optimizing cancellation flows to reduce churn.

We then discussed how Unbounce implemented a data-driven approach to understand the reasons behind customer cancellations and how they tailored their strategies to different customer segments. We wrapped up by exploring the importance of cross-functional collaboration in driving successful churn reduction initiatives.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15112875 Wed, 22 May 2024 07:00:00 +0300 2292 ICP, Churn, Retention, Product Marketing 246 full false E245 | Shaping Customer Discovery During Active Vs Passive Looking Phases with Ryan Singer E245 | Shaping Customer Discovery During Active Vs Passive Looking Phases with Ryan Singer Today on the show we have Ryan Singer, the founder of Felt Presence and former head of strategy at Basecamp.

In this episode, Ryan shares his experience in evolving the Shape Up framework to better fit diverse team structures and needs.

We then discussed his insights on navigating customer engagement through the concepts of active vs. passive looking.

We wrapped up by discussing how these strategies are applied in real-world scenarios to enhance customer discovery and engagement processes.

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]]> Today on the show we have Ryan Singer, the founder of Felt Presence and former head of strategy at Basecamp.

In this episode, Ryan shares his experience in evolving the Shape Up framework to better fit diverse team structures and needs.

We then discussed his insights on navigating customer engagement through the concepts of active vs. passive looking.

We wrapped up by discussing how these strategies are applied in real-world scenarios to enhance customer discovery and engagement processes.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15066079 Wed, 15 May 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2554 Retention, Acquisition, JTBD, Shape Up 245 full false E244 | Enhancing Product and Customer Success Alignment to Deliver Customer Value with PagerDuty's VP of CS, Heather Brown E244 | Enhancing Product and Customer Success Alignment to Deliver Customer Value with PagerDuty's VP of CS, Heather Brown Today on the show we have Heather Brown, the VP of Global Commercial Sales and Customer Success at PagerDuty. 

In this episode, Heather shares her extensive experience in bridging the gap between product development and customer success to enhance company performance and customer value. 

We dive into the innovative strategies PagerDuty employs to ensure these two critical areas are not just aligned but also collaboratively driving the company's growth and customer satisfaction.

Heather also discusses the evolution of her role at PagerDuty, the importance of internal collaboration, and how integrating product feedback loops can significantly impact customer retention and success.

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]]> Today on the show we have Heather Brown, the VP of Global Commercial Sales and Customer Success at PagerDuty. 

In this episode, Heather shares her extensive experience in bridging the gap between product development and customer success to enhance company performance and customer value. 

We dive into the innovative strategies PagerDuty employs to ensure these two critical areas are not just aligned but also collaboratively driving the company's growth and customer satisfaction.

Heather also discusses the evolution of her role at PagerDuty, the importance of internal collaboration, and how integrating product feedback loops can significantly impact customer retention and success.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-15032499 Wed, 08 May 2024 14:00:00 +0300 2103 Customer Success, Product, Churn, Retention 244 full false E243 | Mitigating the Impact of Customer Champion Turnover with Customer.io's VP of Customer Experience, Natalie Onions E243 | Mitigating the Impact of Customer Champion Turnover with Customer.io's VP of Customer Experience, Natalie Onions Today on the show, we have Natalie Onions, the Vice President of Customer Experience at Customer.io. 

In this episode, Natalie shares her in-depth insights into the crucial role of customer champions in driving customer success and what happens when these key individuals leave the company.

We delve into the strategies that Customer.io employs to mitigate the risks associated with customer champion turnover and we wrapped up by discussing the importance of maintaining continuity and engagement in customer relationships and how to ensure the high standards of customer experience are upheld even in the face of such challenges.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Natalie Onions, the Vice President of Customer Experience at Customer.io. 

In this episode, Natalie shares her in-depth insights into the crucial role of customer champions in driving customer success and what happens when these key individuals leave the company.

We delve into the strategies that Customer.io employs to mitigate the risks associated with customer champion turnover and we wrapped up by discussing the importance of maintaining continuity and engagement in customer relationships and how to ensure the high standards of customer experience are upheld even in the face of such challenges.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14988888 Wed, 01 May 2024 11:00:00 +0300 2259 Churn, Retention, Customer Success 243 full false E242 | Navigating the Challenges of Product Management in Horizontal Products with Softr's Austin Yang E242 | Navigating the Challenges of Product Management in Horizontal Products with Softr's Austin Yang Today on the show we have Austin Yang, the Lead Product Manager of Softr.

In this episode, Austin shares his experiences in the no-code space, particularly the unique challenges and opportunities it presents for product management.

We then discussed the impact of horizontal products that serve multiple industries, and we wrapped up by discussing how Softr is navigating product development and user needs in this diverse landscape.

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]]> Today on the show we have Austin Yang, the Lead Product Manager of Softr.

In this episode, Austin shares his experiences in the no-code space, particularly the unique challenges and opportunities it presents for product management.

We then discussed the impact of horizontal products that serve multiple industries, and we wrapped up by discussing how Softr is navigating product development and user needs in this diverse landscape.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14945760 Wed, 24 Apr 2024 06:00:00 +0300 2021 Activation, Onboarding, No-code, Retention 242 full false E241 | Crafting Your Homepage to Increase Conversions and Boost Customer Retention with Rob and Anthony of Fletch PMM E241 | Crafting Your Homepage to Increase Conversions and Boost Customer Retention with Rob and Anthony of Fletch PMM Today on the show we have Rob Kaminski and Anthony Pierri, the partners of Fletch PMM.

In this episode, Rob and Anthony share their journey in establishing Fletch PMM, a specialized firm helping early-stage B2B SaaS startups refine their website homepages. They delve into the pivotal role of a company’s homepage in positioning and messaging, crucial for attracting and retaining customers.

We then discussed the common pitfalls startups face when crafting their homepages and wrapped up by exploring strategic approaches to making these homepages more effective in communicating value succinctly.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter!

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]]> Today on the show we have Rob Kaminski and Anthony Pierri, the partners of Fletch PMM.

In this episode, Rob and Anthony share their journey in establishing Fletch PMM, a specialized firm helping early-stage B2B SaaS startups refine their website homepages. They delve into the pivotal role of a company’s homepage in positioning and messaging, crucial for attracting and retaining customers.

We then discussed the common pitfalls startups face when crafting their homepages and wrapped up by exploring strategic approaches to making these homepages more effective in communicating value succinctly.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter!

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14904729 Wed, 17 Apr 2024 10:00:00 +0300 2908 241 full false E240 | Embracing a Generalist Mindset and Flexibility in Career Growth: Céline Daley’s Journey to VP of Customer at DeepL E240 | Embracing a Generalist Mindset and Flexibility in Career Growth: Céline Daley’s Journey to VP of Customer at DeepL Today on the show we have Céline Daley, the VP of Customer at DeepL.

In this episode, Céline shares her unique insights into embracing a generalist mindset and the role of flexibility in navigating tech careers. With a background that spans from marketing to customer success, and from startups to global companies, Céline's journey showcases the power of adaptability and learning in driving career growth.

We then discussed the importance of understanding business needs and how seeking adventure can lead to unexpected and rewarding career paths. We wrapped up by exploring Céline's strategies for building and scaling customer success teams, and how her generalist approach has been a key factor in her success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Céline Daley, the VP of Customer at DeepL.

In this episode, Céline shares her unique insights into embracing a generalist mindset and the role of flexibility in navigating tech careers. With a background that spans from marketing to customer success, and from startups to global companies, Céline's journey showcases the power of adaptability and learning in driving career growth.

We then discussed the importance of understanding business needs and how seeking adventure can lead to unexpected and rewarding career paths. We wrapped up by exploring Céline's strategies for building and scaling customer success teams, and how her generalist approach has been a key factor in her success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14840896 Wed, 10 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2325 Career Growth, Mindset, Generalist, Customer Success, SaaS 240 full false E239 | Closing the Feedback Loop: Cycle's Journey to Boost Customer Retention E239 | Closing the Feedback Loop: Cycle's Journey to Boost Customer Retention Today on the show we have Mehdi Boudoukhane, the CEO & co-founder of Cycle.

In this episode, Mehdi shares his transformative journey from a data scientist in Johannesburg to launching Cycle, a company that seamlessly connects customer feedback with product development to close the feedback loop and enhance retention.

We then delved into how Cycle leverages feedback not just for product prioritization but as a tool to spread empathy across organizations and build trust with users, ultimately fostering a more engaged and loyal customer base.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Mehdi Boudoukhane, the CEO & co-founder of Cycle.

In this episode, Mehdi shares his transformative journey from a data scientist in Johannesburg to launching Cycle, a company that seamlessly connects customer feedback with product development to close the feedback loop and enhance retention.

We then delved into how Cycle leverages feedback not just for product prioritization but as a tool to spread empathy across organizations and build trust with users, ultimately fostering a more engaged and loyal customer base.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14818299 Wed, 03 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0300 2200 Customer Feedback, Retention, PLG, Sales-Led 239 full false E238 | Preventing Churn Through Strategic Objection Handling with Vendr's Lizzy Rosen E238 | Preventing Churn Through Strategic Objection Handling with Vendr's Lizzy Rosen Today on the show we have Lizzy Rosen, the VP of Customer Success at Vendr.

In this episode, Lizzy shares her extensive experience in shaping the future of SaaS buying and how Vendr is revolutionizing the sales process to make it more efficient and transparent. We delve into the heart of objection handling, discussing how strategic approaches can significantly reduce customer churn and enhance retention rates in the competitive SaaS market.


We then explored the challenges and strategies involved in negotiation and pricing, and we wrapped up by discussing the crucial role of data in driving decisions and ensuring fair outcomes for both buyers and sellers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter for the latest updates.

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]]> Today on the show we have Lizzy Rosen, the VP of Customer Success at Vendr.

In this episode, Lizzy shares her extensive experience in shaping the future of SaaS buying and how Vendr is revolutionizing the sales process to make it more efficient and transparent. We delve into the heart of objection handling, discussing how strategic approaches can significantly reduce customer churn and enhance retention rates in the competitive SaaS market.


We then explored the challenges and strategies involved in negotiation and pricing, and we wrapped up by discussing the crucial role of data in driving decisions and ensuring fair outcomes for both buyers and sellers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter for the latest updates.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14776480 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +0200 2119 churn, retention, objection handling, vendr, saas 238 full false E237 | Pivoting Strategies Amidst Rapid Expansion scaling Retention.com to $20M+ ARR with Adam Robinson E237 | Pivoting Strategies Amidst Rapid Expansion scaling Retention.com to $20M+ ARR with Adam Robinson Today on the show we have Adam Robinson, the CEO and Co-Founder of Retention.com.

In this episode, Adam shares his incredible journey of scaling Retention.com from zero to $20 million in ARR in just three and a half years, all without external funding.

We delve into the pivotal moments and strategies that propelled the company's rapid expansion, and Adam opens up about the challenges of navigating growth at such a fast pace. Adam's commitment to extreme transparency and building in public has set a new standard in the industry and offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

We wrap up the discussion by touching on the importance of identifying and targeting the ideal customer profile, the role of strategic partnerships, and how Retention.com has navigated the complexities of expansion while maintaining a lean operation.

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]]> Today on the show we have Adam Robinson, the CEO and Co-Founder of Retention.com.

In this episode, Adam shares his incredible journey of scaling Retention.com from zero to $20 million in ARR in just three and a half years, all without external funding.

We delve into the pivotal moments and strategies that propelled the company's rapid expansion, and Adam opens up about the challenges of navigating growth at such a fast pace. Adam's commitment to extreme transparency and building in public has set a new standard in the industry and offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs and business leaders alike.

We wrap up the discussion by touching on the importance of identifying and targeting the ideal customer profile, the role of strategic partnerships, and how Retention.com has navigated the complexities of expansion while maintaining a lean operation.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14727845 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0200 2696 Sales, Lead Generation, Retention 237 full false E236 | From HelloFresh to Hotjar: Dissecting B2B vs. B2C Retention Strategies with Hotjar's CEO, Mohannad Ali E236 | From HelloFresh to Hotjar: Dissecting B2B vs. B2C Retention Strategies with Hotjar's CEO, Mohannad Ali Today on the show we have Mohannad Ali, CEO of Hotjar.

In this episode, Mohannad shares his journey from VP of Engineering at HelloFresh to leading Hotjar. 

We dive into the nuances of B2B vs. B2C churn and retention strategies, drawing on his unique experience across both sectors. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding early vs. late churn and tailoring go-to-market strategies accordingly. 

Mohannad also offers a fresh perspective on the evolving role of technology in product-led growth and customer retention, especially in the context of AI and machine learning.

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]]> Today on the show we have Mohannad Ali, CEO of Hotjar.

In this episode, Mohannad shares his journey from VP of Engineering at HelloFresh to leading Hotjar. 

We dive into the nuances of B2B vs. B2C churn and retention strategies, drawing on his unique experience across both sectors. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding early vs. late churn and tailoring go-to-market strategies accordingly. 

Mohannad also offers a fresh perspective on the evolving role of technology in product-led growth and customer retention, especially in the context of AI and machine learning.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14682057 Wed, 13 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0200 2389 Retention, AI, B2B, B2C, Churn 236 full false E235 | The Lifecycle of Loyalty: Tackling Churn at Critical Stages in the User Journey with Active Campaign's Casey Hill E235 | The Lifecycle of Loyalty: Tackling Churn at Critical Stages in the User Journey with Active Campaign's Casey Hill Today on the show we have Casey Hill, the Senior Growth Manager of ActiveCampaign.

In this episode, Casey shares his insights on navigating churn by focusing on the critical stages in the user journey to foster loyalty. 

We explore the nuances of addressing churn from initial engagement through to long-term retention, highlighting strategies for each phase: activation, impact/results, and loyalty. 

The discussion offers actionable advice on how to enhance customer retention rates and improve the overall customer experience.

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]]> Today on the show we have Casey Hill, the Senior Growth Manager of ActiveCampaign.

In this episode, Casey shares his insights on navigating churn by focusing on the critical stages in the user journey to foster loyalty. 

We explore the nuances of addressing churn from initial engagement through to long-term retention, highlighting strategies for each phase: activation, impact/results, and loyalty. 

The discussion offers actionable advice on how to enhance customer retention rates and improve the overall customer experience.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14636885 Wed, 06 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +0200 2739 Retention, Churn, Onboarding, Activation, Customer Loyalty 235 full false E234 | 6 Key User Onboarding Strategies Learned from HubSpot and Wistia with Andrew Capland E234 | 6 Key User Onboarding Strategies Learned from HubSpot and Wistia with Andrew Capland Today on the show we have Andrew Capland, a growth advisor and onboarding specialist with rich experiences at HubSpot and Wistia.

In this episode, Andrew shares his journey from HubSpot to Wistia, outlining the evolution of his approach to user onboarding and growth. Andrew walked through 6 key steps of a successful onboarding framework to increase activation and reduce churn. 

We then discussed the importance of personalized user experiences and how businesses can implement these strategies to achieve remarkable customer retention. Andrew wraps up the conversation by emphasizing the critical role of continuous learning and adaptation in the ever-evolving SaaS landscape.

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]]> Today on the show we have Andrew Capland, a growth advisor and onboarding specialist with rich experiences at HubSpot and Wistia.

In this episode, Andrew shares his journey from HubSpot to Wistia, outlining the evolution of his approach to user onboarding and growth. Andrew walked through 6 key steps of a successful onboarding framework to increase activation and reduce churn. 

We then discussed the importance of personalized user experiences and how businesses can implement these strategies to achieve remarkable customer retention. Andrew wraps up the conversation by emphasizing the critical role of continuous learning and adaptation in the ever-evolving SaaS landscape.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14591576 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:00:00 +0200 2474 Retention, Onboarding, SaaS 234 full false E233 | Continuous Discovery as a Tool for Product-Market Fit and Churn Reduction with Teresa Torres E233 | Continuous Discovery as a Tool for Product-Market Fit and Churn Reduction with Teresa Torres Today on the show, we have Teresa Torres, an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and coach.

In this episode, Teresa shares her insights on using continuous discovery as a crucial tool for achieving product-market fit and effectively reducing churn. She explains how her approach helps product teams make informed decisions by integrating continuous customer feedback into their daily processes.

We then discussed the impact of continuous discovery on product development, showcasing Teresa's strategies for aligning product offerings more closely with customer needs. We wrapped up by exploring practical steps for implementing continuous discovery practices to enhance customer retention and drive product success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Teresa Torres, an internationally acclaimed author, speaker, and coach.

In this episode, Teresa shares her insights on using continuous discovery as a crucial tool for achieving product-market fit and effectively reducing churn. She explains how her approach helps product teams make informed decisions by integrating continuous customer feedback into their daily processes.

We then discussed the impact of continuous discovery on product development, showcasing Teresa's strategies for aligning product offerings more closely with customer needs. We wrapped up by exploring practical steps for implementing continuous discovery practices to enhance customer retention and drive product success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14544939 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 17:00:00 +0200 2562 Product Discovery, Research, Retention, Product-Market Fit 233 full false E232 | Transforming CS to Drive Sales and Secure Retention in an Economic Downturn with Mixmax's VP of Success, Elliot Kohtz E232 | Transforming CS to Drive Sales and Secure Retention in an Economic Downturn with Mixmax's VP of Success, Elliot Kohtz Today on the show we have Elliot Kohtz, the VP of Success at Mixmax, a leading sales engagement platform.

In this episode, Elliot shares his insights on the evolving landscape of customer success (CS) and its pivotal role in driving sales and securing retention, especially during economic downturns. We delve into the challenges of tool consolidation and budget constraints, discussing strategies for becoming an indispensable tool that companies consolidate towards rather than away from.

We then explored how Mixmax leverages its comprehensive suite of tools to enhance sales engagement and customer success, making it a Swiss army knife for revenue-generating teams. Elliot also highlighted the importance of having meaningful, sometimes tough, conversations with customers about consolidation, budgeting, and the value Mixmax delivers.

Wrapping up, we discussed the importance of adapting CS strategies to maintain and grow customer relationships in challenging economic times, emphasizing proactive engagement and the need for CS teams to be equipped to handle commercial conversations effectively.

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]]> Today on the show we have Elliot Kohtz, the VP of Success at Mixmax, a leading sales engagement platform.

In this episode, Elliot shares his insights on the evolving landscape of customer success (CS) and its pivotal role in driving sales and securing retention, especially during economic downturns. We delve into the challenges of tool consolidation and budget constraints, discussing strategies for becoming an indispensable tool that companies consolidate towards rather than away from.

We then explored how Mixmax leverages its comprehensive suite of tools to enhance sales engagement and customer success, making it a Swiss army knife for revenue-generating teams. Elliot also highlighted the importance of having meaningful, sometimes tough, conversations with customers about consolidation, budgeting, and the value Mixmax delivers.

Wrapping up, we discussed the importance of adapting CS strategies to maintain and grow customer relationships in challenging economic times, emphasizing proactive engagement and the need for CS teams to be equipped to handle commercial conversations effectively.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14500912 Wed, 14 Feb 2024 11:00:00 +0200 1864 Customer Success, Sales, Churn, Retention, Engagement 232 full false E231 | Unlocking Growth: Sofia Quintero's Insights on Product Innovation and Market Fit E231 | Unlocking Growth: Sofia Quintero's Insights on Product Innovation and Market Fit Today on the show, we have Sofia Quintero, the co-founder of Collie.

In this episode, Sofia shares her journey from founding EnjoyHQ to her role in shaping Collie, a tool that integrates all engineering rituals into one platform, fostering trust and efficiency through asynchronous communication. With a rich background that includes leading growth at GeckoBoard and navigating EnjoyHQ through acquisition by UserZoom, Sofia brings a wealth of knowledge on scaling startups, product innovation, and market fit.

We delve into the critical aspects of product development, from identifying genuine user pain points to creating tailored solutions that drive growth. Sofia emphasizes the significance of aligning product offerings with market demands and the dynamic process of adjusting to user feedback while staying true to the product’s core value proposition.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Sofia Quintero, the co-founder of Collie.

In this episode, Sofia shares her journey from founding EnjoyHQ to her role in shaping Collie, a tool that integrates all engineering rituals into one platform, fostering trust and efficiency through asynchronous communication. With a rich background that includes leading growth at GeckoBoard and navigating EnjoyHQ through acquisition by UserZoom, Sofia brings a wealth of knowledge on scaling startups, product innovation, and market fit.

We delve into the critical aspects of product development, from identifying genuine user pain points to creating tailored solutions that drive growth. Sofia emphasizes the significance of aligning product offerings with market demands and the dynamic process of adjusting to user feedback while staying true to the product’s core value proposition.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14456813 Wed, 07 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0200 2878 Retention, Growth, Startup 231 full false E230 - A Pivotal Moment for Customer Success: AI, Efficiency, and Innovation with Kristi Faltorusso E230 - A Pivotal Moment for Customer Success: AI, Efficiency, and Innovation with Kristi Faltorusso Today on the show, we have Kristi Faltorusso, the Chief Customer Officer at ClientSuccess. 

In this episode, Kristi shares her journey from IntelliShift to her current role, revealing how her experiences have shaped her approach to customer success.

Kristi then discusses the transformative impact of AI on customer success strategies, emphasizing how these technologies are streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and unlocking new potential for both teams and customers. 

We then explored the crucial role of content in building successful customer relationships, underscoring the evolving nature of customer success roles.

We wrapped up with Kristi addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the current market conditions where she provided practical advice on optimizing customer success strategies and highlighted the importance of being agile and proactive in this ever-changing landscape.

As usual, we're excited to hear your thoughts on this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter for more updates.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Kristi Faltorusso, the Chief Customer Officer at ClientSuccess. 

In this episode, Kristi shares her journey from IntelliShift to her current role, revealing how her experiences have shaped her approach to customer success.

Kristi then discusses the transformative impact of AI on customer success strategies, emphasizing how these technologies are streamlining processes, enhancing efficiency, and unlocking new potential for both teams and customers. 

We then explored the crucial role of content in building successful customer relationships, underscoring the evolving nature of customer success roles.

We wrapped up with Kristi addressing the challenges and opportunities presented by the current market conditions where she provided practical advice on optimizing customer success strategies and highlighted the importance of being agile and proactive in this ever-changing landscape.

As usual, we're excited to hear your thoughts on this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter for more updates.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14411980 Wed, 31 Jan 2024 10:00:00 +0200 2618 Customer Success, Retention, Churn, AI 230 full false E229 | Navigating Customer Success in the Cloud and On-Prem: Insights from Algolia and Alteryx with Jim Schattin E229 | Navigating Customer Success in the Cloud and On-Prem: Insights from Algolia and Alteryx with Jim Schattin Today on the show we have Jim Schattin, the Chief Customer Officer at Algolia.

In this episode, Jim shares his unique experiences in shaping customer success strategies in different technological environments. We dive deep into the contrast between cloud-based and on-premise solutions, examining how customer engagement and success practices vary across these platforms.

We then discussed the evolution of customer success from his time at Alteryx, focusing on the challenges and rewards of managing on-premise solutions. We wrapped up by discussing his current role at Algolia, shedding light on how customer success is managed in a cloud-centric organization.

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]]> Today on the show we have Jim Schattin, the Chief Customer Officer at Algolia.

In this episode, Jim shares his unique experiences in shaping customer success strategies in different technological environments. We dive deep into the contrast between cloud-based and on-premise solutions, examining how customer engagement and success practices vary across these platforms.

We then discussed the evolution of customer success from his time at Alteryx, focusing on the challenges and rewards of managing on-premise solutions. We wrapped up by discussing his current role at Algolia, shedding light on how customer success is managed in a cloud-centric organization.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14366931 Wed, 24 Jan 2024 09:00:00 +0200 2478 Churn, Retention, Customer Success 229 full false E228 | Driving Engagement: Behavioral Science Insights from Credit Karma and Google with Irrational Labs CEO, Kristen Berman E228 | Driving Engagement: Behavioral Science Insights from Credit Karma and Google with Irrational Labs CEO, Kristen Berman Today on the show we have Kristen Berman, the CEO and co-founder of Irrational Labs, a renowned product design and behavior change lab.

In this episode, Kristen shares her extensive experience in the field of behavioral economics and its application in product and marketing strategies. We delve into how understanding user psychology is crucial in product design, highlighting the influence of the environment on user behavior.

Kristen discusses the challenges companies face in activating and engaging users, providing insights into the application of behavioral science for enhancing user experience. She shares successful strategies and examples from her work with companies like Credit Karma and Google, emphasizing the impact of habits on long-term user engagement.

We wrap up the episode with Kristen's final thoughts on the future of behavioral science in product development and an invitation to explore more resources in this field.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Kristen Berman, the CEO and co-founder of Irrational Labs, a renowned product design and behavior change lab.

In this episode, Kristen shares her extensive experience in the field of behavioral economics and its application in product and marketing strategies. We delve into how understanding user psychology is crucial in product design, highlighting the influence of the environment on user behavior.

Kristen discusses the challenges companies face in activating and engaging users, providing insights into the application of behavioral science for enhancing user experience. She shares successful strategies and examples from her work with companies like Credit Karma and Google, emphasizing the impact of habits on long-term user engagement.

We wrap up the episode with Kristen's final thoughts on the future of behavioral science in product development and an invitation to explore more resources in this field.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14325916 Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0200 2808 Retention, Behavioural Science, Engagement, Habits 228 full false E227 | Soaring High in Customer Loyalty: Lessons from the Airline Industry with Loyalty Status CEO, Mark Ross-Smith E227 | Soaring High in Customer Loyalty: Lessons from the Airline Industry with Loyalty Status CEO, Mark Ross-Smith Today on the show we have Mark Ross-Smith, CEO and co-founder of Loyalty Status. Mark, an expert in travel technology and former head of Loyalty at Malaysia Airlines, shares his journey from running Australia's largest youth social network, SMS Fun, to pioneering the field of airline loyalty.

In this episode, Mark offers unique insights into the evolution of customer loyalty programs in the airline industry. He discusses the strategies behind successful customer retention, the psychological impact of status in loyalty programs, and the parallels between customer loyalty in the telecom and airline sectors.

Mark also reveals the behind-the-scenes mechanics of airline loyalty programs and their significant impact on both customer experience and airline revenue. This episode is a peak into the world of customer loyalty, providing valuable lessons for businesses striving to enhance their customer engagement and retention strategies.

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]]> Today on the show we have Mark Ross-Smith, CEO and co-founder of Loyalty Status. Mark, an expert in travel technology and former head of Loyalty at Malaysia Airlines, shares his journey from running Australia's largest youth social network, SMS Fun, to pioneering the field of airline loyalty.

In this episode, Mark offers unique insights into the evolution of customer loyalty programs in the airline industry. He discusses the strategies behind successful customer retention, the psychological impact of status in loyalty programs, and the parallels between customer loyalty in the telecom and airline sectors.

Mark also reveals the behind-the-scenes mechanics of airline loyalty programs and their significant impact on both customer experience and airline revenue. This episode is a peak into the world of customer loyalty, providing valuable lessons for businesses striving to enhance their customer engagement and retention strategies.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14284375 Wed, 10 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0200 1949 Retention, Loyalty Program, Churn 227 full false E226 | The Bold Pivot: Dropping Peak Performer's $900K ARR to Start Inferless, with CEO Aishwarya Goel E226 | The Bold Pivot: Dropping Peak Performer's $900K ARR to Start Inferless, with CEO Aishwarya Goel Today on the show, we delve into the story of a startup's strategic pivot from Peak Performer, which had reached $900K ARR, to the inception of Inferless. This episode sheds light on the intricate decision-making process behind this pivot, exploring the challenges and considerations that come with making such a transformative business move.

We discuss the crucial factors in assessing product-market fit, the importance of customer discovery, and how aligning with market needs led to the birth of Inferless. Hear about the journey from achieving a significant ARR to recognizing the need for change and pursuing a new direction.

This episode is particularly insightful for entrepreneurs and startup founders looking to understand the nuances of pivoting in the startup world.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show, we delve into the story of a startup's strategic pivot from Peak Performer, which had reached $900K ARR, to the inception of Inferless. This episode sheds light on the intricate decision-making process behind this pivot, exploring the challenges and considerations that come with making such a transformative business move.

We discuss the crucial factors in assessing product-market fit, the importance of customer discovery, and how aligning with market needs led to the birth of Inferless. Hear about the journey from achieving a significant ARR to recognizing the need for change and pursuing a new direction.

This episode is particularly insightful for entrepreneurs and startup founders looking to understand the nuances of pivoting in the startup world.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14239272 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 11:00:00 +0200 1866 retention, startups, pivot 226 full false E225 | Hypercare: Bolt's Secret to Seamless Customer Onboarding with CCO, Shilpi Narang E225 | Hypercare: Bolt's Secret to Seamless Customer Onboarding with CCO, Shilpi Narang Today on the show we have Shilpi Narang, the Chief Customer Officer of Bolt. In this episode, Shilpi shares her insights into the innovative 'Hypercare' strategy, a cornerstone of Bolt's customer onboarding process. We delve into how Hypercare ensures a seamless transition for new clients, emphasizing the importance of the initial 90 days in a customer's journey.

Shilpi also discusses the pivotal role of customer success managers in maintaining lasting relationships and the importance of a holistic approach to customer health. Learn about Bolt's proactive methods in customer management, how they tailor support during the critical Hypercare phase, and the impact of these strategies on customer retention and satisfaction.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Shilpi Narang, the Chief Customer Officer of Bolt. In this episode, Shilpi shares her insights into the innovative 'Hypercare' strategy, a cornerstone of Bolt's customer onboarding process. We delve into how Hypercare ensures a seamless transition for new clients, emphasizing the importance of the initial 90 days in a customer's journey.

Shilpi also discusses the pivotal role of customer success managers in maintaining lasting relationships and the importance of a holistic approach to customer health. Learn about Bolt's proactive methods in customer management, how they tailor support during the critical Hypercare phase, and the impact of these strategies on customer retention and satisfaction.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14178608 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 08:00:00 +0200 2043 Customer Success, Support-Driven Growth, Retention 225 full false E224 | Bottoms-Up vs Top-Down: The SaaS Model Showdown with Dennis Mortensen E224 | Bottoms-Up vs Top-Down: The SaaS Model Showdown with Dennis Mortensen Today on the show, we have Dennis Mortensen, CEO and Founder of LaunchBrightly. In this episode, Dennis shares his profound insights on two pivotal strategies in the SaaS industry: Bottoms-Up vs Top-Down models.

Drawing from his vast experience transitioning from x.ai to LaunchBrightly, Dennis discusses the unique challenges and benefits of each approach. We delve into how these models impact customer acquisition, pricing strategies, and overall business growth.

Dennis also highlights the crucial role of data-driven decision-making in understanding and reducing churn, as well as the importance of customer support in both Bottoms-Up and Top-Down models.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Dennis Mortensen, CEO and Founder of LaunchBrightly. In this episode, Dennis shares his profound insights on two pivotal strategies in the SaaS industry: Bottoms-Up vs Top-Down models.

Drawing from his vast experience transitioning from x.ai to LaunchBrightly, Dennis discusses the unique challenges and benefits of each approach. We delve into how these models impact customer acquisition, pricing strategies, and overall business growth.

Dennis also highlights the crucial role of data-driven decision-making in understanding and reducing churn, as well as the importance of customer support in both Bottoms-Up and Top-Down models.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14140220 Wed, 13 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0200 2433 Retention, Experimentation, Pricing 224 full false E223 | Next-Gen Customer Success: Digital Education as a Key Strategy with Gainsight's Steve Cornwell E223 | Next-Gen Customer Success: Digital Education as a Key Strategy with Gainsight's Steve Cornwell Today on the show, we welcome Steve Cornwell, SVP of Strategy for Customer Education at Gainsight.

In this episode, Steve shares insights into the transformative role of digital education in Customer Success. He discusses the shift from traditional customer engagement methods to innovative digital strategies in today's dynamic business environment.

We delve into practical ways digital tools can be used to build stronger customer relationships and enhance overall customer experience. Steve also emphasizes the growing role of online communities in creating a more connected and informed customer base.

Tune in to learn about the innovative ways digital education is becoming a key strategy in customer success, and how it's changing the game for businesses and their customers.

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]]> Today on the show, we welcome Steve Cornwell, SVP of Strategy for Customer Education at Gainsight.

In this episode, Steve shares insights into the transformative role of digital education in Customer Success. He discusses the shift from traditional customer engagement methods to innovative digital strategies in today's dynamic business environment.

We delve into practical ways digital tools can be used to build stronger customer relationships and enhance overall customer experience. Steve also emphasizes the growing role of online communities in creating a more connected and informed customer base.

Tune in to learn about the innovative ways digital education is becoming a key strategy in customer success, and how it's changing the game for businesses and their customers.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14098224 Wed, 06 Dec 2023 10:00:00 +0200 1704 Customer Success, Customer Education, Onboarding, Retention 223 full false E222 | Redefining Engagement: The Web 3.0 Approach to Customer Success with Dror Avieli E222 | Redefining Engagement: The Web 3.0 Approach to Customer Success with Dror Avieli Today on the show we have Dror Avieli, the Managing Director and VP of Customer Success at ConsenSys.

In this episode, Dror shares his unique journey in customer success, transitioning from the traditional corporate environment at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise to the innovative world of Web 3.0 at ConsenSys.

We discuss the challenges and opportunities in redefining customer engagement and success in the decentralized and rapidly evolving ecosystem of Web 3.0. From engaging with DAOs to embracing the community-centric approach, Dror provides insightful strategies for adapting customer success practices in this new era.

Join us for a deep dive into the transformation of customer success in the age of blockchain and decentralized technology.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Dror Avieli, the Managing Director and VP of Customer Success at ConsenSys.

In this episode, Dror shares his unique journey in customer success, transitioning from the traditional corporate environment at Hewlett-Packard Enterprise to the innovative world of Web 3.0 at ConsenSys.

We discuss the challenges and opportunities in redefining customer engagement and success in the decentralized and rapidly evolving ecosystem of Web 3.0. From engaging with DAOs to embracing the community-centric approach, Dror provides insightful strategies for adapting customer success practices in this new era.

Join us for a deep dive into the transformation of customer success in the age of blockchain and decentralized technology.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14054764 Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0200 2242 Customer Success, Engagement, Web 3.0, Blockchain, DAO 222 full false E221 | Product + Success: The Winning Duo for Customer Success with Tatyana Mamut E221 | Product + Success: The Winning Duo for Customer Success with Tatyana Mamut Today on the show we have Tatyana Mamut, a serial entrepreneur with an extensive background at Amazon, Salesforce, Nextdoor, and IDEO.

In this episode, Tatyana shares her insights into effective collaboration between product management and customer success teams. 

Drawing from her diverse experiences, we explore how she fostered a unified vision at Amazon, enhanced CRM effectiveness at Salesforce, leveraged community feedback at Nextdoor, and applied design thinking principles from IDEO to align product and customer goals. 

This comprehensive discussion provides a deeper understanding of the synergies necessary for customer-centric product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

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]]> Today on the show we have Tatyana Mamut, a serial entrepreneur with an extensive background at Amazon, Salesforce, Nextdoor, and IDEO.

In this episode, Tatyana shares her insights into effective collaboration between product management and customer success teams. 

Drawing from her diverse experiences, we explore how she fostered a unified vision at Amazon, enhanced CRM effectiveness at Salesforce, leveraged community feedback at Nextdoor, and applied design thinking principles from IDEO to align product and customer goals. 

This comprehensive discussion provides a deeper understanding of the synergies necessary for customer-centric product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-14017460 Wed, 22 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0200 2592 Product, Product Management, Customer Success, Retention 221 full false E220 | Unpacking User Retention Tactics at Tinder, TripAdvisor, and Facebook with Ravi Mehta E220 | Unpacking User Retention Tactics at Tinder, TripAdvisor, and Facebook with Ravi Mehta Today on the show, we have Ravi Mehta, the Co-Founder and CEO of Outpace and a previous product leader at Tinder, TripAdvisor, and Facebook.

In this episode, Ravi shares his insights into the unique approaches to user retention and churn at these varied platforms. We explore the dynamics of engaging users in a dating app context with Tinder, understand the challenges of episodic user interaction at TripAdvisor, and delve into sustaining constant user engagement at Facebook. This comprehensive discussion provides a deeper understanding of user retention tactics in different digital environments.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Ravi Mehta, the Co-Founder and CEO of Outpace and a previous product leader at Tinder, TripAdvisor, and Facebook.

In this episode, Ravi shares his insights into the unique approaches to user retention and churn at these varied platforms. We explore the dynamics of engaging users in a dating app context with Tinder, understand the challenges of episodic user interaction at TripAdvisor, and delve into sustaining constant user engagement at Facebook. This comprehensive discussion provides a deeper understanding of user retention tactics in different digital environments.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13976662 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0200 2372 Churn, Retention, Activation, Engagement, Growth, Product 220 full false E219 | Wolf-Mode Activated: Planhat's CCO Unveils Their Secret to Driving Exceptional Customer Outcomes E219 | Wolf-Mode Activated: Planhat's CCO Unveils Their Secret to Driving Exceptional Customer Outcomes Today on the show we have Chris Regester, the Chief Customer Officer of Planhat.

In this episode, Chris shares his extensive wisdom on the growth journey of a successful SaaS company and the critical role of recruitment in scaling businesses. 

We then delve into the concept of "wolf-mode" customer success, highlighting an aggressive approach to customer objectives and the significance of seasoned expertise within the team. 

We wrapped up by discussing current trends in the customer success industry, like the shift toward efficiency and CS accountability in revenue growth.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Chris Regester, the Chief Customer Officer of Planhat.

In this episode, Chris shares his extensive wisdom on the growth journey of a successful SaaS company and the critical role of recruitment in scaling businesses. 

We then delve into the concept of "wolf-mode" customer success, highlighting an aggressive approach to customer objectives and the significance of seasoned expertise within the team. 

We wrapped up by discussing current trends in the customer success industry, like the shift toward efficiency and CS accountability in revenue growth.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13931894 Wed, 08 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0200 2409 Customer Success, Ideal Customer Profile, Retention, Culture 219 full false E218 - Flatfile's Strategic Shift from PLG to Sales-Led and Back with VP of Customer Success Becca Weiss E218 - Flatfile's Strategic Shift from PLG to Sales-Led and Back with VP of Customer Success Becca Weiss Today on the show we have Becca Weiss, the VP of Customer Success and Support at Flatfile.

In this episode, Becca shares her experience in tackling churn and onboarding challenges at Flatfile.

She discusses the transition from a product-led growth approach to a sales-led motion and the subsequent realization that the issue lay not in change management, but in the product itself.

Becca explains how they then rebuilt the product to be developer-first and highly extensible, allowing customers to set up their workflows.

We wrapped up with Becca discussing why they are now returning to a product-led growth motion, targeting developers for smoother onboarding.

We hope you enjoy this episode.

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]]> Today on the show we have Becca Weiss, the VP of Customer Success and Support at Flatfile.

In this episode, Becca shares her experience in tackling churn and onboarding challenges at Flatfile.

She discusses the transition from a product-led growth approach to a sales-led motion and the subsequent realization that the issue lay not in change management, but in the product itself.

Becca explains how they then rebuilt the product to be developer-first and highly extensible, allowing customers to set up their workflows.

We wrapped up with Becca discussing why they are now returning to a product-led growth motion, targeting developers for smoother onboarding.

We hope you enjoy this episode.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13887314 Wed, 01 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0200 2172 Onboarding, PLG, Pricing, Retention 218 full false E217 | Maximizing Shots on Goal: The Key to Growth and Retention with AngelList's Matt Bilotti E217 | Maximizing Shots on Goal: The Key to Growth and Retention with AngelList's Matt Bilotti Today on the show we have Matt Bilotti, the product lead for consumer LP and growth at AngelList.

In this episode, Matt shares his experience in venture capital investing and how he managed to hustle his way to manage the dorm room fund.

We then dive into the topic of growth and retention at AngelList, discussing the challenges and strategies they employ to keep LPs engaged and drive growth.

Matt also shares insights from his time at Drift and the importance of experimentation and reducing friction in the customer journey.

Tune in to this episode to learn valuable lessons about growth and retention in the startup and venture capital space.

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]]> Today on the show we have Matt Bilotti, the product lead for consumer LP and growth at AngelList.

In this episode, Matt shares his experience in venture capital investing and how he managed to hustle his way to manage the dorm room fund.

We then dive into the topic of growth and retention at AngelList, discussing the challenges and strategies they employ to keep LPs engaged and drive growth.

Matt also shares insights from his time at Drift and the importance of experimentation and reducing friction in the customer journey.

Tune in to this episode to learn valuable lessons about growth and retention in the startup and venture capital space.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13841934 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0300 2203 Growth, Investing, Venture Capital, Experimentation 217 full false E216 | Leveraging the Jobs to be Done Framework for Customer Success with HubSpot's Daphne Costa Lopes E216 | Leveraging the Jobs to be Done Framework for Customer Success with HubSpot's Daphne Costa Lopes Today on the show we have Daphne Lopez, the Head of Customer Success at HubSpot.

In this episode, Daphne shares her experience in leveraging the Jobs to be Done framework in customer success. She explains how aligning customer success with product and marketing, and focusing on the value realization of customers' goals, can lead to better customer outcomes and retention.

We also discuss the importance of understanding anti-personas, refining ideal customer profiles, and how customer success teams can use the Jobs to be Done framework to drive renewals and meet evolving customer needs.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Daphne Lopez, the Head of Customer Success at HubSpot.

In this episode, Daphne shares her experience in leveraging the Jobs to be Done framework in customer success. She explains how aligning customer success with product and marketing, and focusing on the value realization of customers' goals, can lead to better customer outcomes and retention.

We also discuss the importance of understanding anti-personas, refining ideal customer profiles, and how customer success teams can use the Jobs to be Done framework to drive renewals and meet evolving customer needs.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13784452 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2075 Customer Success, Jobs To Be Done, JTBD 216 full false E215 | Redefining Customer Success Without Direct Engagement with Vitally's CEO, Jamie Davidson E215 | Redefining Customer Success Without Direct Engagement with Vitally's CEO, Jamie Davidson Today on the show, we have Jamie Davidson, CEO and co-founder of Vitally.

In this episode, Jamie shares his expertise in Customer Success and the impact of his technical background on his role.

We then discussed the evolving landscape of customer engagement and the need for customer success teams to redefine their strategies in the absence of direct communication with customers. Jamie emphasizes the importance of internal workflows, customer education, and onboarding in driving customer success.

We wrapped up with Jamie providing insights into the current market challenges, such as budget cuts and negotiations. Jamie highlights the need for customer success teams to innovate and prove their value through data-driven approaches.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show, we have Jamie Davidson, CEO and co-founder of Vitally.

In this episode, Jamie shares his expertise in Customer Success and the impact of his technical background on his role.

We then discussed the evolving landscape of customer engagement and the need for customer success teams to redefine their strategies in the absence of direct communication with customers. Jamie emphasizes the importance of internal workflows, customer education, and onboarding in driving customer success.

We wrapped up with Jamie providing insights into the current market challenges, such as budget cuts and negotiations. Jamie highlights the need for customer success teams to innovate and prove their value through data-driven approaches.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13757174 Wed, 11 Oct 2023 18:00:00 +0300 2387 Customer Success, Customer Engagement, Onboarding, Customer Education 215 full false E214 | Measurable Advocacy Strategies: Elevating Customer Success Manager Performance with Jonathan Riftin of Optimove E214 | Measurable Advocacy Strategies: Elevating Customer Success Manager Performance with Jonathan Riftin of Optimove Today on the show we have Jonathan Riftin, the Director of Customer Success at Optimove.

In this episode, Jonathan shares his experience in implementing strategies to drive customer success manager (CSM) behavior towards advocacy and upsells.

He discusses the importance of setting compensation goals, streamlining processes, leveraging data, and empowering CSMs.

Tune in to discover how to elevate CSM performance and drive customer advocacy in your organization.

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]]> Today on the show we have Jonathan Riftin, the Director of Customer Success at Optimove.

In this episode, Jonathan shares his experience in implementing strategies to drive customer success manager (CSM) behavior towards advocacy and upsells.

He discusses the importance of setting compensation goals, streamlining processes, leveraging data, and empowering CSMs.

Tune in to discover how to elevate CSM performance and drive customer advocacy in your organization.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13701722 Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:00:00 +0300 1733 Customer Success, Retention, Churn 214 full false E213 | Unlocking the Secrets of Acquiring Your Ideal Customers with Appcue's Meg Gowell E213 | Unlocking the Secrets of Acquiring Your Ideal Customers with Appcue's Meg Gowell Today on the show we have Meg Gowell, the Director of Growth Marketing at Appcues.

In this episode, Meg shares her experience in understanding and acquiring the ideal customer profile.

She discusses the importance of knowing what "good" looks like in your customer base and using conversion data to optimize ad campaigns.

Meg also talks about the process of defining the ideal customer profile and leveraging organic content to drive paid strategy. Furthermore, she explains how Appcues uses lead scoring and conversion tracking to work together with their sales team for effective pipeline management.

Tune in to learn more about unlocking the secrets of acquiring your ideal customer profile with Meg Gowell.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Meg Gowell, the Director of Growth Marketing at Appcues.

In this episode, Meg shares her experience in understanding and acquiring the ideal customer profile.

She discusses the importance of knowing what "good" looks like in your customer base and using conversion data to optimize ad campaigns.

Meg also talks about the process of defining the ideal customer profile and leveraging organic content to drive paid strategy. Furthermore, she explains how Appcues uses lead scoring and conversion tracking to work together with their sales team for effective pipeline management.

Tune in to learn more about unlocking the secrets of acquiring your ideal customer profile with Meg Gowell.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13670797 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0300 2268 Growth Marketing, Demand Generation, Retention 213 full false E212 | Community-Driven Innovation: How Ivy's 15,000+ community members are Reshaping the AI Landscape with CEO, Dan Lenton E212 | Community-Driven Innovation: How Ivy's 15,000+ community members are Reshaping the AI Landscape with CEO, Dan Lenton Today on the show we have Dan Lenton, the CEO and founder of Ivy, bringing all the best in class AI frameworks, infrastructure, and hardware directly to you in one line of code.

In this episode, Dan shares his experience in building a strong community around Ivy. With over 12,500 GitHub stars, 1.2K open-source contributors, and 15,000 members in their Discord community, Ivy has quickly gained traction and become a go-to resource for AI developers.

Dan discusses the value of open-sourcing Ivy's technology and the impact it has had on fostering community engagement and education. He highlights the importance of feedback from the community in shaping the direction of the platform and how it has played a crucial role in the growth and success of Ivy.

Tune in to learn more about how Dan has leveraged the power of community to build and advance Ivy, the challenges of balancing community needs with user expectations, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Today on the show we have Dan Lenton, the CEO and founder of Ivy, bringing all the best in class AI frameworks, infrastructure, and hardware directly to you in one line of code.

In this episode, Dan shares his experience in building a strong community around Ivy. With over 12,500 GitHub stars, 1.2K open-source contributors, and 15,000 members in their Discord community, Ivy has quickly gained traction and become a go-to resource for AI developers.

Dan discusses the value of open-sourcing Ivy's technology and the impact it has had on fostering community engagement and education. He highlights the importance of feedback from the community in shaping the direction of the platform and how it has played a crucial role in the growth and success of Ivy.

Tune in to learn more about how Dan has leveraged the power of community to build and advance Ivy, the challenges of balancing community needs with user expectations, and the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13610365 Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0300 2203 Community, Product, AI 212 full false E211 | How Strategic Partnerships Drive Customer Retention with Ashby's VP of Customer Success, Kelsey Peterson E211 | How Strategic Partnerships Drive Customer Retention with Ashby's VP of Customer Success, Kelsey Peterson Today on the show we have Kelsey Peterson, VP of Customer Success at Ashby, an all-in-one recruiting platform. 

In this episode, Kelsey shares her experience in strategic partnerships and how they drive customer retention. 

We discuss the importance of identifying the right partners, aligning goals, and creating value for customers. 

Kelsey also talks about the challenges of managing partnerships at scale and the role of different teams in the process. 

If you're interested in learning how to leverage strategic partnerships to drive customer retention, this episode is for you. 


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]]> Today on the show we have Kelsey Peterson, VP of Customer Success at Ashby, an all-in-one recruiting platform. 

In this episode, Kelsey shares her experience in strategic partnerships and how they drive customer retention. 

We discuss the importance of identifying the right partners, aligning goals, and creating value for customers. 

Kelsey also talks about the challenges of managing partnerships at scale and the role of different teams in the process. 

If you're interested in learning how to leverage strategic partnerships to drive customer retention, this episode is for you. 


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]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13576992 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0300 2552 Customer Success, Partnerships 211 full false E210 | Data, Decisions, and Dollars: How Customer Success Operations Boosts Your Bottom Line with Luis Barbosa, Customer Experience Leader at Teya E210 | Data, Decisions, and Dollars: How Customer Success Operations Boosts Your Bottom Line with Luis Barbosa, Customer Experience Leader at Teya Today on the show we have Luis Barbosa, the Customer Experience Leader at Teya.

In this episode, Luis shares his experience in the Navy and how it shaped his approach to customer success. 

We then discussed the role of customer success operations and its importance in improving processes and enhancing customer relationships. 

Lastly, we wrapped up by talking about the challenges of transitioning accounts between customer success managers and the need for proper documentation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Luis Barbosa, the Customer Experience Leader at Teya.

In this episode, Luis shares his experience in the Navy and how it shaped his approach to customer success. 

We then discussed the role of customer success operations and its importance in improving processes and enhancing customer relationships. 

Lastly, we wrapped up by talking about the challenges of transitioning accounts between customer success managers and the need for proper documentation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13491920 Wed, 30 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1757 Customer Success 210 full false E209: Cracking the Funnel: How to Iterate Your Way to Product Market Fit with Arcade's CEO Caroline Clark E209: Cracking the Funnel: How to Iterate Your Way to Product Market Fit with Arcade's CEO Caroline Clark Today on the show we have Caroline, the Co-Founder and CEO of Arcade, a platform that enables anyone to build powerful interactive experiences. 

In this episode, Caroline shares her experience in venture capital and why she decided to start her own company. She discusses the challenges of building a product-led growth company and the importance of constantly experimenting and iterating. 

Caroline also talks about the value of understanding customer behavior and how it can impact churn and retention. 

Tune in to learn more about Caroline's journey and insights into building a successful startup.

]]> Today on the show we have Caroline, the Co-Founder and CEO of Arcade, a platform that enables anyone to build powerful interactive experiences. 

In this episode, Caroline shares her experience in venture capital and why she decided to start her own company. She discusses the challenges of building a product-led growth company and the importance of constantly experimenting and iterating. 

Caroline also talks about the value of understanding customer behavior and how it can impact churn and retention. 

Tune in to learn more about Caroline's journey and insights into building a successful startup.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13388272 Wed, 23 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2217 Pricing, Onboarding, Activation, Experimentation, Product-led 209 full false E208: Retention Starts from Day One: Strategies for Success through Personalization and Experimentation with Fireflies CEO Krish Ramineni E208: Retention Starts from Day One: Strategies for Success through Personalization and Experimentation with Fireflies CEO Krish Ramineni Today on the show we have Krish Ramineni, Co-Founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai.

Krish shared some amazing insights on topics like transitioning from product management at Microsoft to CEO of a startup, the challenges and advantages of working in a small organization, and the importance of synthesizing qualitative and quantitative insights.

We also delved into the impact of ChatGPT and generative AI on the market, the strategies Fireflies has used to stay ahead of the competition, and the future of AI in meeting assistance.

We can't wait for you to tune in and, as always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Let us know your thoughts on this episode!

]]> Today on the show we have Krish Ramineni, Co-Founder and CEO of Fireflies.ai.

Krish shared some amazing insights on topics like transitioning from product management at Microsoft to CEO of a startup, the challenges and advantages of working in a small organization, and the importance of synthesizing qualitative and quantitative insights.

We also delved into the impact of ChatGPT and generative AI on the market, the strategies Fireflies has used to stay ahead of the competition, and the future of AI in meeting assistance.

We can't wait for you to tune in and, as always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Let us know your thoughts on this episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13387704 Wed, 16 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2128 retention, ai, experimentation, growth 208 full false EP 207 | Ziv Peled (AppsFlyer) The Customer Success Flywheel: How to Drive Growth and Retention in Challenging Times EP 207 | Ziv Peled (AppsFlyer) The Customer Success Flywheel: How to Drive Growth and Retention in Challenging Times Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, the Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer. 

Ziv recounts his whirlwind journey of meeting with over 20 customers in a span of three weeks. We delve deep into the significance of face-to-face interactions with customers, especially when times are tough, and explore how customer success teams can go above and beyond just delivering a product.

Ziv offers a unique perspective on the repercussions of the financial crisis on marketing divisions and spills the beans on how AppsFlyer is shaking things up with a revamped compensation strategy for their customer success team.

We can't wait for you to tune in and, as always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Let us know your thoughts on this episode!

]]> Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, the Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer. 

Ziv recounts his whirlwind journey of meeting with over 20 customers in a span of three weeks. We delve deep into the significance of face-to-face interactions with customers, especially when times are tough, and explore how customer success teams can go above and beyond just delivering a product.

Ziv offers a unique perspective on the repercussions of the financial crisis on marketing divisions and spills the beans on how AppsFlyer is shaking things up with a revamped compensation strategy for their customer success team.

We can't wait for you to tune in and, as always, your feedback is invaluable to us. Let us know your thoughts on this episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13370779 Tue, 08 Aug 2023 19:00:00 +0300 1551 customer success, retention 207 full false EP 206 | Kaz Ohta (Treasure Data) - Cracking the code of enterprise Customer Success with data EP 206 | Kaz Ohta (Treasure Data) - Cracking the code of enterprise Customer Success with data Today on the show we have Kaz Ohta, CEO & Co-founder of Treasure Data.

In this episode, Kaz shares how Treasure Data focuses on the enterprise space and the unique challenges they face in managing customer data. 

He then discusses the importance of ROI in the customer success process and how Treasure Data helps their customers achieve it. Kaz also emphasizes the need for strong customer champions within organizations and how they work to build relationships with customers at multiple levels. 

We wrapped by with Kaz sharing insights on onboarding enterprise customers and the value of showing ROI as quickly as possible. Kaz concludes by highlighting the importance of understanding your ideal customer profile and focusing on acquiring and retaining those customers.

Tune in to this episode to learn valuable strategies for managing customer data, building customer relationships, and driving ROI in the enterprise space.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Kaz Ohta, CEO & Co-founder of Treasure Data.

In this episode, Kaz shares how Treasure Data focuses on the enterprise space and the unique challenges they face in managing customer data. 

He then discusses the importance of ROI in the customer success process and how Treasure Data helps their customers achieve it. Kaz also emphasizes the need for strong customer champions within organizations and how they work to build relationships with customers at multiple levels. 

We wrapped by with Kaz sharing insights on onboarding enterprise customers and the value of showing ROI as quickly as possible. Kaz concludes by highlighting the importance of understanding your ideal customer profile and focusing on acquiring and retaining those customers.

Tune in to this episode to learn valuable strategies for managing customer data, building customer relationships, and driving ROI in the enterprise space.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13329191 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2134 206 full false EP 205 - Abbas Haider Ali (Github) Building a Scalable Customer Success Program EP 205 - Abbas Haider Ali (Github) Building a Scalable Customer Success Program Today on the show, we have Abbas Haider Ali, VP of Customer Success at GitHub.

Before joining GitHub, Abbas held the position of Vice President of Customer Success at Twilio and Segment. Additionally, he is as an investor and advisor for various companies including Slack, Hasura, Adept, and numerous others. He also serves as a general partner for the GTM Operators Network.

In this episode, Abbas shares his insights on how to build a scalable and data-driven customer success program. Abbas emphasizes the importance of understanding the actual impact of customer success work, focusing on leading indicators rather than lagging ones. 

We then discussed the differences in how smaller and larger organizations approach customer success and the need for a robust model of customer health and a data-driven approach to attribution work.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show, we have Abbas Haider Ali, VP of Customer Success at GitHub.

Before joining GitHub, Abbas held the position of Vice President of Customer Success at Twilio and Segment. Additionally, he is as an investor and advisor for various companies including Slack, Hasura, Adept, and numerous others. He also serves as a general partner for the GTM Operators Network.

In this episode, Abbas shares his insights on how to build a scalable and data-driven customer success program. Abbas emphasizes the importance of understanding the actual impact of customer success work, focusing on leading indicators rather than lagging ones. 

We then discussed the differences in how smaller and larger organizations approach customer success and the need for a robust model of customer health and a data-driven approach to attribution work.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13164481 Wed, 26 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2099 205 full false EP 204 - Dan Burkhart (Recurly) The Art and Science of Retention Driving Strategies EP 204 - Dan Burkhart (Recurly) The Art and Science of Retention Driving Strategies Today on the show, we have Dan Burkhart, CEO and co-founder of Recurly, a subscription billing management service. 

In this episode, we discussed the importance of language-specific content for global companies, the inspiration behind Recurly, and the shift towards focusing on retention and churn in the subscription economy. 

We dove into various strategies that companies can use to improve their customer retention, including understanding customer behavior and preferences, offering the option to pause subscriptions, and developing personalized campaigns. 

Dan provides valuable insights into the various factors that contribute to customer churn and retention, and how companies can optimize their strategies to retain customers and drive revenue growth.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show, we have Dan Burkhart, CEO and co-founder of Recurly, a subscription billing management service. 

In this episode, we discussed the importance of language-specific content for global companies, the inspiration behind Recurly, and the shift towards focusing on retention and churn in the subscription economy. 

We dove into various strategies that companies can use to improve their customer retention, including understanding customer behavior and preferences, offering the option to pause subscriptions, and developing personalized campaigns. 

Dan provides valuable insights into the various factors that contribute to customer churn and retention, and how companies can optimize their strategies to retain customers and drive revenue growth.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13164226 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2602 204 full false EP 203 - Evgenia Mkrtychian (LoyaltyPlant) Where Customer Success and Marketing Strategies Meet EP 203 - Evgenia Mkrtychian (LoyaltyPlant) Where Customer Success and Marketing Strategies Meet Today on the show, we have Evgenia Mkrtychian, Head of Customer Success and Corporate Communication Strategy at Loyalty Plant. 

In this episode, Evgenia shares Loyalty Plant's journey and we explore how they are managing their rapid growth. 

Evgenia shares insights into the significance of customer success and marketing strategies within their mobile marketing and e-commerce platform for quick-service restaurants. 

Evgenia then talks about the importance of a streamlined onboarding process and how they are optimizing and automating specific processes to handle their growth. Evgenia also touched on the sales process and how knowledge is shared between sales and customer success teams. 

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show, we have Evgenia Mkrtychian, Head of Customer Success and Corporate Communication Strategy at Loyalty Plant. 

In this episode, Evgenia shares Loyalty Plant's journey and we explore how they are managing their rapid growth. 

Evgenia shares insights into the significance of customer success and marketing strategies within their mobile marketing and e-commerce platform for quick-service restaurants. 

Evgenia then talks about the importance of a streamlined onboarding process and how they are optimizing and automating specific processes to handle their growth. Evgenia also touched on the sales process and how knowledge is shared between sales and customer success teams. 

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13163953 Wed, 12 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1929 203 full false EP 202 - John Gleeson (Success Venture Partners) - How Customer Success Drives Startup Success EP 202 - John Gleeson (Success Venture Partners) - How Customer Success Drives Startup Success Today on the show we have John Gleeson, founder of Success Venture Partners.

In this episode, John shares his journey from being a VP of Customer Success to embracing a role as a dedicated investor.

John reveals how his fund aids startups at various phases, serving as a valuable resource for early-stage founders. By offering customer success insights and assistance with recruitment, Success Venture Partners nurtures the growth of these startups.

We then dove into how John evaluates the startups he invests in and the key aspects he looks for in founders.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The statements made by our guest represent their own viewpoints – not those of Churn FM. The information provided and discussed does not constitute financial, legal, or other professional advice. Any investment decisions you make should be based on your own due diligence and in consultation with a licensed financial professional. We disclaim any liability for investment decisions based upon the content of this podcast.

]]> Today on the show we have John Gleeson, founder of Success Venture Partners.

In this episode, John shares his journey from being a VP of Customer Success to embracing a role as a dedicated investor.

John reveals how his fund aids startups at various phases, serving as a valuable resource for early-stage founders. By offering customer success insights and assistance with recruitment, Success Venture Partners nurtures the growth of these startups.

We then dove into how John evaluates the startups he invests in and the key aspects he looks for in founders.

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.

Disclaimer: The information provided on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. The statements made by our guest represent their own viewpoints – not those of Churn FM. The information provided and discussed does not constitute financial, legal, or other professional advice. Any investment decisions you make should be based on your own due diligence and in consultation with a licensed financial professional. We disclaim any liability for investment decisions based upon the content of this podcast.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-13163605 Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0300 1808 202 full false EP 201 - Tom Carnewal (Customer Cross Company) Improving Customer Experience with Friction Hunting EP 201 - Tom Carnewal (Customer Cross Company) Improving Customer Experience with Friction Hunting Today on the show, we have Tom Carnewal, founder of Customer Cross Company. 

In this episode, Tom discusses his role as a Director of Digital Transformation and introduces Carnewal Consult's new brand, the Customer Cross Company. He outlines how they help mid-sized companies with recurring revenue models to set up or evolve their customer success teams. 

Tom presents key findings of their research, which highlights the importance of tracking usage data and the ineffectiveness of CSAT as a KPI for predicting customer churn. 

He also introduces the concept of friction hunting to improve customer experience and emphasizes the importance of focusing on customer success rather than just avoiding risks. Tom shares a personal example to illustrate this point and suggests that prioritizing success can lead to better customer retention. 

We also discuss how defining success for the customer is crucial, and how the ultimate measure of success is achieving their desired outcome. 

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.


]]> Today on the show, we have Tom Carnewal, founder of Customer Cross Company. 

In this episode, Tom discusses his role as a Director of Digital Transformation and introduces Carnewal Consult's new brand, the Customer Cross Company. He outlines how they help mid-sized companies with recurring revenue models to set up or evolve their customer success teams. 

Tom presents key findings of their research, which highlights the importance of tracking usage data and the ineffectiveness of CSAT as a KPI for predicting customer churn. 

He also introduces the concept of friction hunting to improve customer experience and emphasizes the importance of focusing on customer success rather than just avoiding risks. Tom shares a personal example to illustrate this point and suggests that prioritizing success can lead to better customer retention. 

We also discuss how defining success for the customer is crucial, and how the ultimate measure of success is achieving their desired outcome. 

As usual, we're excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, we would love to hear from you.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12909014 Wed, 28 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1949 201 full false EP 200 - Enzo Avigo (June) Iterating Towards Product Market Fit: Challenges and Methodologies EP 200 - Enzo Avigo (June) Iterating Towards Product Market Fit: Challenges and Methodologies Today on the show we have Enzo Avigo, CEO and Founder of June.

In this episode, we discussed Enzo's journey in entrepreneurship, from his initial startup experiences to his tenure at Zalando and Intercom, exploring valuable insights he gleaned from both companies. Enzo shared how his time at Zalando helped him refine his skills in influencing people, and how Intercom imparted the importance of first principles and the 'job to be done' framework in product development.

We then dove into the inspiration behind June, a game-changing BI SaaS tool designed to go beyond tracking mere button clicks, offering users a comprehensive understanding of account health. Enzo explained the tool's evolution, from initial focus on product tracking to a pivot into the analytics realm. Discussing June's core mission, he emphasized the need for new-generation tools that resonate with modern ways of thinking and working.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenges encountered in identifying the ideal customer profile, and the importance of iterative processes in achieving product-market fit. Enzo also shared the unique methodology employed by Superhuman to segment feedback and solve significant problems, underscoring the indispensable role of customer feedback in product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Today on the show we have Enzo Avigo, CEO and Founder of June.

In this episode, we discussed Enzo's journey in entrepreneurship, from his initial startup experiences to his tenure at Zalando and Intercom, exploring valuable insights he gleaned from both companies. Enzo shared how his time at Zalando helped him refine his skills in influencing people, and how Intercom imparted the importance of first principles and the 'job to be done' framework in product development.

We then dove into the inspiration behind June, a game-changing BI SaaS tool designed to go beyond tracking mere button clicks, offering users a comprehensive understanding of account health. Enzo explained the tool's evolution, from initial focus on product tracking to a pivot into the analytics realm. Discussing June's core mission, he emphasized the need for new-generation tools that resonate with modern ways of thinking and working.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenges encountered in identifying the ideal customer profile, and the importance of iterative processes in achieving product-market fit. Enzo also shared the unique methodology employed by Superhuman to segment feedback and solve significant problems, underscoring the indispensable role of customer feedback in product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12908987 Wed, 21 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2055 200 full false EP 199 - John Chen (Fika Ventures) Starting with Zero — Lessons in Finding Product Market Fit EP 199 - John Chen (Fika Ventures) Starting with Zero — Lessons in Finding Product Market Fit Today on the show we have John Chen, partner at Fika Ventures.

In this episode, we discussed the operations of Fika Ventures, a pre-Series A fund focused on B2B software, FinTech, and marketplaces. John emphasized the importance of building close relationships with founders and shares his views on the crucial role of culture and alignment in building a successful company. We also examined the common misconception that the Product Led Growth (PLG) approach applies to all products, which often results in the misapplication of the organic growth concept.

We then dove into the intricacies of applying the Product Led Growth (PLG) principle, acknowledging that while it can be valuable for many B2B companies, there are certain scenarios where a more hands-on approach is required. A major part of our conversation revolved around understanding stakeholder requirements and how to best utilize feedback from customers. We also explored the crucial stages of product-market fit and the importance of striking a balance in growing the team.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenges of customer acquisition, churn, and retention. John offers great insights on understanding the ideal customer profile and focusing on net retention over gross churn. He emphasized that having a clear understanding of PLG mechanics and mechanisms is key to its successful adaptation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Today on the show we have John Chen, partner at Fika Ventures.

In this episode, we discussed the operations of Fika Ventures, a pre-Series A fund focused on B2B software, FinTech, and marketplaces. John emphasized the importance of building close relationships with founders and shares his views on the crucial role of culture and alignment in building a successful company. We also examined the common misconception that the Product Led Growth (PLG) approach applies to all products, which often results in the misapplication of the organic growth concept.

We then dove into the intricacies of applying the Product Led Growth (PLG) principle, acknowledging that while it can be valuable for many B2B companies, there are certain scenarios where a more hands-on approach is required. A major part of our conversation revolved around understanding stakeholder requirements and how to best utilize feedback from customers. We also explored the crucial stages of product-market fit and the importance of striking a balance in growing the team.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenges of customer acquisition, churn, and retention. John offers great insights on understanding the ideal customer profile and focusing on net retention over gross churn. He emphasized that having a clear understanding of PLG mechanics and mechanisms is key to its successful adaptation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12908940 Wed, 14 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1879 199 full false EP 198 - Vanessa Neurohr (Muck Rack) Growing Customer Success and strategies for getting buy-in EP 198 - Vanessa Neurohr (Muck Rack) Growing Customer Success and strategies for getting buy-in Today on the show, we have Vanessa Neurohr, VP of Customer Success at Muck Rack.

In this episode, we discussed Vanessa's unique perspective on how comedy shows can help improve public speaking skills, and why understanding the product intimately is crucial for success. Vanessa delves into her journey with Muck Rack, offering insights on company growth and how clear lines of ownership enhance each stage of the customer journey.

We then dove into Vanessa's approach to building the customer success department into four robust functions: customer success managers, customer support, customer onboarding, and customer education. Vanessa stressed the significance of promoting oneself internally, delegating responsibilities, and showcasing impact to secure support within an organization.

We wrapped up by discussing the importance of establishing early connections within the organization during onboarding and how to bring the voice of the customer to new team members as swiftly as possible. Vanessa shared her experiences of improving help center materials and her discovery that the most engaged customers are those who write into support chat frequently and tend to renew their subscriptions.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Today on the show, we have Vanessa Neurohr, VP of Customer Success at Muck Rack.

In this episode, we discussed Vanessa's unique perspective on how comedy shows can help improve public speaking skills, and why understanding the product intimately is crucial for success. Vanessa delves into her journey with Muck Rack, offering insights on company growth and how clear lines of ownership enhance each stage of the customer journey.

We then dove into Vanessa's approach to building the customer success department into four robust functions: customer success managers, customer support, customer onboarding, and customer education. Vanessa stressed the significance of promoting oneself internally, delegating responsibilities, and showcasing impact to secure support within an organization.

We wrapped up by discussing the importance of establishing early connections within the organization during onboarding and how to bring the voice of the customer to new team members as swiftly as possible. Vanessa shared her experiences of improving help center materials and her discovery that the most engaged customers are those who write into support chat frequently and tend to renew their subscriptions.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12908941 Wed, 07 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2221 198 full false EP 197 - Vic Davis (Inflection) Unlocking the Potential of Product-Led Growth EP 197 - Vic Davis (Inflection) Unlocking the Potential of Product-Led Growth Today on the show we have Vic Davis, SVP Customer Experience at Inflection.io.

In this episode, we discussed Vic's drive to ensure customers are at the heart of every business decision and the innovative capabilities of small businesses that can still make a significant impact at scale. We also touched on how Inflection.io leverages product activity data to create a uniquely engaging customer experience, breaking away from traditional marketing automation models.

We then dove into the concept of Product-Led Growth (PLG) and its inherent creativity and room for experimentation. Vic shares his experiences transitioning to a PLG model, the importance of staying in tune with market signals, and how Inflection.io intends to evolve over the next 6-12 months. We also explored the role of data capture and action-based onboarding in understanding and guiding customer behavior, with insights into how Segment can be used as a tool for unifying customer data.

We wrapped up by discussing the necessity for cross-functional teams to support the PLG model and the challenges enterprise software companies face when trying to offer starter products to different markets. The importance of product ease of use in driving customer success was also underscored, along with strategies for scaling customer success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Today on the show we have Vic Davis, SVP Customer Experience at Inflection.io.

In this episode, we discussed Vic's drive to ensure customers are at the heart of every business decision and the innovative capabilities of small businesses that can still make a significant impact at scale. We also touched on how Inflection.io leverages product activity data to create a uniquely engaging customer experience, breaking away from traditional marketing automation models.

We then dove into the concept of Product-Led Growth (PLG) and its inherent creativity and room for experimentation. Vic shares his experiences transitioning to a PLG model, the importance of staying in tune with market signals, and how Inflection.io intends to evolve over the next 6-12 months. We also explored the role of data capture and action-based onboarding in understanding and guiding customer behavior, with insights into how Segment can be used as a tool for unifying customer data.

We wrapped up by discussing the necessity for cross-functional teams to support the PLG model and the challenges enterprise software companies face when trying to offer starter products to different markets. The importance of product ease of use in driving customer success was also underscored, along with strategies for scaling customer success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12908843 Wed, 31 May 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1812 197 full false EP 196 - Chris Dishman (Totango) Prioritising Customer Success During Challenging Times EP 196 - Chris Dishman (Totango) Prioritising Customer Success During Challenging Times Today on the show we have Chris Dishman, Sr. VP of Customer Success at Totango.

In this episode, we discussed Chris's unique transition from being a customer of Totango to becoming a crucial part of its team. We explored how his past experiences as a customer offered invaluable insights to shape the company's approach to customer success.

We then dove into an overview of Totango and its innovative customer success platform. Chris shed light on the concept of composable customer success and the importance of refining the customer journey. He shared interesting cases and surprising use cases of Totango, emphasizing that the principles of customer success are not limited to the software industry.

The conversation took a compelling turn as we discussed the importance of customer-centricity in a company's culture and strategy. With the increasing emphasis on customer success in the face of layoffs and budget constraints, Chris highlighted the role of robust Customer Success Platforms (CSPs) in boosting team efficiency.

We then navigated the realm of data and automation. We addressed how companies are focusing on automating onboarding and improving their processes to scale with limited resources. Chris flagged data integration as a major challenge in this domain and emphasized the significance of clean, consistent data for a seamless customer journey.

We wrapped up by discussing actionable strategies for improving customer retention. Chris advised against overcomplication and recommended focusing on one area at a time, refining it before moving on to the next. In a hypothetical scenario where he has 90 days to improve retention, he suggests starting with the value proposition and effectively communicating it to customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Today on the show we have Chris Dishman, Sr. VP of Customer Success at Totango.

In this episode, we discussed Chris's unique transition from being a customer of Totango to becoming a crucial part of its team. We explored how his past experiences as a customer offered invaluable insights to shape the company's approach to customer success.

We then dove into an overview of Totango and its innovative customer success platform. Chris shed light on the concept of composable customer success and the importance of refining the customer journey. He shared interesting cases and surprising use cases of Totango, emphasizing that the principles of customer success are not limited to the software industry.

The conversation took a compelling turn as we discussed the importance of customer-centricity in a company's culture and strategy. With the increasing emphasis on customer success in the face of layoffs and budget constraints, Chris highlighted the role of robust Customer Success Platforms (CSPs) in boosting team efficiency.

We then navigated the realm of data and automation. We addressed how companies are focusing on automating onboarding and improving their processes to scale with limited resources. Chris flagged data integration as a major challenge in this domain and emphasized the significance of clean, consistent data for a seamless customer journey.

We wrapped up by discussing actionable strategies for improving customer retention. Chris advised against overcomplication and recommended focusing on one area at a time, refining it before moving on to the next. In a hypothetical scenario where he has 90 days to improve retention, he suggests starting with the value proposition and effectively communicating it to customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12908768 Wed, 24 May 2023 10:00:00 +0300 2070 196 full false EP 195 - Alison Prator (Float) The evolution of Customer Experience at Hyper-growth Startups EP 195 - Alison Prator (Float) The evolution of Customer Experience at Hyper-growth Startups Today on the show we have Alison Prator, Director of Customer Success at Float.

In this episode, Alison shared her experience transitioning from leading a sales team to leading a whole department across sales, account management, and support. She walked us through the natural evolution these teams make as they grow into areas of specialization.

We then discussed how feedback loops between customer success and product teams are challenging to close, and ultimately solving the problem is a cultural challenge.

As usual, I'm excited to you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show we have Alison Prator, Director of Customer Success at Float.

In this episode, Alison shared her experience transitioning from leading a sales team to leading a whole department across sales, account management, and support. She walked us through the natural evolution these teams make as they grow into areas of specialization.

We then discussed how feedback loops between customer success and product teams are challenging to close, and ultimately solving the problem is a cultural challenge.

As usual, I'm excited to you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12680912 Wed, 03 May 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1746 195 full false EP 194 - Tony Sternberg (ProsperStack) Automating Tailored Customer Experiences to Reduce Churn EP 194 - Tony Sternberg (ProsperStack) Automating Tailored Customer Experiences to Reduce Churn Today on the show we have Tony Sternberg, co-founder and CEO of Prosper Stack. 

In this episode, Tony shared the challenges of selling a business and the importance of churn and retention in the review process, and the final valuation they got. 

We then discussed how you can use tailored user experiences to reduce voluntary churn and leverage your company's data more effectively. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show we have Tony Sternberg, co-founder and CEO of Prosper Stack. 

In this episode, Tony shared the challenges of selling a business and the importance of churn and retention in the review process, and the final valuation they got. 

We then discussed how you can use tailored user experiences to reduce voluntary churn and leverage your company's data more effectively. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12680909 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1484 194 full false EP 193 | Maria Blakeway (Pushway) - How to evolve your Customer Success approach from reactive to predictive EP 193 | Maria Blakeway (Pushway) - How to evolve your Customer Success approach from reactive to predictive Today on the show we have Maria Blakeway, Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Pushpay. 

In this episode, we discussed the reactive nature of customer success teams in hyper-growth startups and how Pushpay evolved its customer success approach from reactive to predictive. 

We also discussed the importance of a cultural shift and mindset change within the organization, grounding the customer success team on a mission and vision for success that is shared widely with the entire team. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode. And if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show we have Maria Blakeway, Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Pushpay. 

In this episode, we discussed the reactive nature of customer success teams in hyper-growth startups and how Pushpay evolved its customer success approach from reactive to predictive. 

We also discussed the importance of a cultural shift and mindset change within the organization, grounding the customer success team on a mission and vision for success that is shared widely with the entire team. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode. And if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12680891 Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1625 193 full false EP 192 | Nik Mijic (Matik) - How to effectively communicate your value to increase retention EP 192 | Nik Mijic (Matik) - How to effectively communicate your value to increase retention Today on the show we have Nik Mijic, Co-founder and CEO of Matik. 

In this episode, we discussed the importance of effectively communicating the value you deliver to customers and how to build an ROI calculator. 

We also ran through an example of setting up a monthly review with your customers, the data sources to include, and how to set it all up. 

As usual, I'm excited you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Today on the show we have Nik Mijic, Co-founder and CEO of Matik. 

In this episode, we discussed the importance of effectively communicating the value you deliver to customers and how to build an ROI calculator. 

We also ran through an example of setting up a monthly review with your customers, the data sources to include, and how to set it all up. 

As usual, I'm excited you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12630355 Wed, 12 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1508 192 full false EP 191 | Eric Melchor (Optimonk) - How to create personalized user experiences for better engagement and retention EP 191 | Eric Melchor (Optimonk) - How to create personalized user experiences for better engagement and retention Today on the show we have Eric Melchor, head of Partnerships and Personalization Ambassador at OptiMonk.

In this episode, we discuss the increasing demand for personalized end-user experiences and best practices observed in the market by Eric.

We then dove into why focusing on pre-purchase experiences and insights is far more valuable for improving retention than focusing on churned customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. 

]]> Today on the show we have Eric Melchor, head of Partnerships and Personalization Ambassador at OptiMonk.

In this episode, we discuss the increasing demand for personalized end-user experiences and best practices observed in the market by Eric.

We then dove into why focusing on pre-purchase experiences and insights is far more valuable for improving retention than focusing on churned customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. 

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12585029 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0300 1561 191 full true EP 190 | Robin Singhvi (SmartCue) - How Smartcue leverages customer champions to define their product roadmap and increase retention EP 190 | Robin Singhvi (SmartCue) - How Smartcue leverages customer champions to define their product roadmap and increase retention Today on the show we have Robin Singhvi, founder, and CEO of SmartCue, a platform that allows sales teams to create personalized product demos. 

In this episode, Robin shares his experience in building a startup and the challenges he has faced along the way.

Robin emphasizes the importance of having champions inside organizations to help navigate and validate the product roadmap. These champions provide valuable feedback and insights that help improve the product and increase usage, word of mouth, and loyalty.

Robin also shares tips on how to create buzz around new features and offer excellent customer support to increase channel retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Robin Singhvi, founder, and CEO of SmartCue, a platform that allows sales teams to create personalized product demos. 

In this episode, Robin shares his experience in building a startup and the challenges he has faced along the way.

Robin emphasizes the importance of having champions inside organizations to help navigate and validate the product roadmap. These champions provide valuable feedback and insights that help improve the product and increase usage, word of mouth, and loyalty.

Robin also shares tips on how to create buzz around new features and offer excellent customer support to increase channel retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-12449733 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 16:00:00 +0200 1900 190 full false EP 189 | Foti Panagiotakopoulos (Growth Mentor) - Doing Things That Don't Scale: How to Combat Customer Churn EP 189 | Foti Panagiotakopoulos (Growth Mentor) - Doing Things That Don't Scale: How to Combat Customer Churn Today on the show we have Foti Panagiotakopoulos, co-founder and CEO at Growth Mentor.

In this episode, we talked about the origin story of Growth Mentor and his struggle trying to learn without a mentor which ultimately led to the idea of Growth Mentor.

We also discussed how their biggest channel for growth is their mentors themselves, the high-touch human model they use, and the importance of doing things that don’t scale.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenge of sorting through data to create a predictive churn model, and the importance of looking for success indicators rather than churn prevention.


]]> Today on the show we have Foti Panagiotakopoulos, co-founder and CEO at Growth Mentor.

In this episode, we talked about the origin story of Growth Mentor and his struggle trying to learn without a mentor which ultimately led to the idea of Growth Mentor.

We also discussed how their biggest channel for growth is their mentors themselves, the high-touch human model they use, and the importance of doing things that don’t scale.

We wrapped up by discussing the challenge of sorting through data to create a predictive churn model, and the importance of looking for success indicators rather than churn prevention.


]]> Buzzsprout-11970020 Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0200 1893 189 full false EP 188 | Eleanor Dorfman (Retool) - Tackling churn in a downturn EP 188 | Eleanor Dorfman (Retool) - Tackling churn in a downturn Today on the show we have Eleanor Dorfman, Sales Leader at Retool.

In this episode, Eleanor shares her experience in balancing priorities in her roles sitting at the intersection of sales and success.

We then ran through how Segment and Retool approach tackling churn in a downturn along with the 5 questions sales and success teams should always be able to answer about their customers at any point in their lifecycle and we wrapped up by discussing how adding friction to onboarding can be a great way to increase activation and retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Eleanor Dorfman, Sales Leader at Retool.

In this episode, Eleanor shares her experience in balancing priorities in her roles sitting at the intersection of sales and success.

We then ran through how Segment and Retool approach tackling churn in a downturn along with the 5 questions sales and success teams should always be able to answer about their customers at any point in their lifecycle and we wrapped up by discussing how adding friction to onboarding can be a great way to increase activation and retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-11753243 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0200 1902 188 full false EP 187 | Steve Hazelton (Sturdy) - Predicting vs preventing churn EP 187 | Steve Hazelton (Sturdy) - Predicting vs preventing churn Today on the show we have Steve Hazelton, Founder and CEO of Sturdy.

In this episode, Steve shares his experience with the varying levels of acceptable churn as your company grows and how to decrease it over time.

We then discussed how pricing can be leveraged to increase retention and how you can reduce onboarding fall-off rates in enterprise deals by charging your customers upfront and we wrapped up by discussing the pros and cons of predicting vs preventing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Steve Hazelton, Founder and CEO of Sturdy.

In this episode, Steve shares his experience with the varying levels of acceptable churn as your company grows and how to decrease it over time.

We then discussed how pricing can be leveraged to increase retention and how you can reduce onboarding fall-off rates in enterprise deals by charging your customers upfront and we wrapped up by discussing the pros and cons of predicting vs preventing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11753237 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 23:00:00 +0200 2952 187 full false EP 186 | Hubert Palan - How Productboard prioritizes their backlog and defines a retention-driving product strategy EP 186 | Hubert Palan - How Productboard prioritizes their backlog and defines a retention-driving product strategy Today on the show we have Hubert Palan, Founder, and CEO of Productboard.

In this episode, Hubert shares his experience as an early hire at GoodData through their rapid expansion and how it ultimately led him to discover the pain that Productboard now solves.

We then ran through how Productboard prioritizes their product backlog and defines their product strategy. Why understanding your ideal customer profile is critical in building a retention-driving product, and we wrapped up by discussing how layering on a services component can have a big impact on customer churn for your enterprise customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Hubert Palan, Founder, and CEO of Productboard.

In this episode, Hubert shares his experience as an early hire at GoodData through their rapid expansion and how it ultimately led him to discover the pain that Productboard now solves.

We then ran through how Productboard prioritizes their product backlog and defines their product strategy. Why understanding your ideal customer profile is critical in building a retention-driving product, and we wrapped up by discussing how layering on a services component can have a big impact on customer churn for your enterprise customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-11622610 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0200 2388 186 full false EP 185 | John Collins - How Intercom leveraged content to drive adoption and increase retention EP 185 | John Collins - How Intercom leveraged content to drive adoption and increase retention Today on the show we have John Collins, former Content Director at Intercom, startup consultant, and advisor.

In this episode, John shares an overview of the early days at Intercom and how they laid down the foundations for their content team with the primary focus on delivering value.

We then ran through Intercom’s content team structure. How they used events and content to drive adoption and expansion within their user base and we discussed how the same principles were applied to a different business model with success during his time at Ramp.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have John Collins, former Content Director at Intercom, startup consultant, and advisor.

In this episode, John shares an overview of the early days at Intercom and how they laid down the foundations for their content team with the primary focus on delivering value.

We then ran through Intercom’s content team structure. How they used events and content to drive adoption and expansion within their user base and we discussed how the same principles were applied to a different business model with success during his time at Ramp.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11496830 Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:00:00 +0300 2492 185 full false EP 184 | Valentin Radu - How Omniconvert avoided death and pivoted into a blue ocean EP 184 | Valentin Radu - How Omniconvert avoided death and pivoted into a blue ocean Today on the show we have Valentin Radu, Founder and CEO of Omniconvert.

In this episode, Valentin shares an overview of Omniconvert pre and post-pivot along with the moment they realized they needed to change directions.

We then ran through the power of the competitive muscle that competitors with deeper pockets and stronger retention can impose forcing you out of acquisition channels and we wrapped up by discussing the research methodology Valentin used to evaluate the opportunity and set the new company strategy.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Valentin Radu, Founder and CEO of Omniconvert.

In this episode, Valentin shares an overview of Omniconvert pre and post-pivot along with the moment they realized they needed to change directions.

We then ran through the power of the competitive muscle that competitors with deeper pockets and stronger retention can impose forcing you out of acquisition channels and we wrapped up by discussing the research methodology Valentin used to evaluate the opportunity and set the new company strategy.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-11446115 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0300 2255 184 full false EP 183 | Geoffrey Moore - How your churn and retention is impacted by your stage of growth EP 183 | Geoffrey Moore - How your churn and retention is impacted by your stage of growth Today on the show we have Geoffrey Moore, the best-selling author, investor, and advisor.

In this episode, Geoffrey shares the biggest takeaway from working with Regis Mckenna in the late 80s.

We then ran through an overview of the ‘crossing the chasm’ framework and how it was developed during a time of great innovation. We then dove into how the different stage of growth can impact churn and retention and we wrapped up by discussing the importance of focusing on power metrics over performance metrics.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Geoffrey Moore, the best-selling author, investor, and advisor.

In this episode, Geoffrey shares the biggest takeaway from working with Regis Mckenna in the late 80s.

We then ran through an overview of the ‘crossing the chasm’ framework and how it was developed during a time of great innovation. We then dove into how the different stage of growth can impact churn and retention and we wrapped up by discussing the importance of focusing on power metrics over performance metrics.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-11402648 Wed, 28 Sep 2022 23:00:00 +0300 2421 183 full false EP 182 | Daniel McCarthy - How investment firms use customer behavior predictions to set valuations on the companies they acquire EP 182 | Daniel McCarthy - How investment firms use customer behavior predictions to set valuations on the companies they acquire Today on the show we have Daniel McCarthy, Director & Co-founder of Theta.

In this episode, Daniel shares how he founded two companies all while doing his master’s degree and teaching at a university.

We then discussed the key metrics companies should start tracking to build their evaluation scorecard

And how investors use it to set a company’s valuation and we wrapped up by discussing the relationship between customer acquisition costs and organic acquisition and it’s impact on valuation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Daniel McCarthy, Director & Co-founder of Theta.

In this episode, Daniel shares how he founded two companies all while doing his master’s degree and teaching at a university.

We then discussed the key metrics companies should start tracking to build their evaluation scorecard

And how investors use it to set a company’s valuation and we wrapped up by discussing the relationship between customer acquisition costs and organic acquisition and it’s impact on valuation.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11362348 Wed, 21 Sep 2022 23:00:00 +0300 2058 182 full true EP 181 | Dominic Constandi (ZoomInfo) - The value of a first impression EP 181 | Dominic Constandi (ZoomInfo) - The value of a first impression Today on the show we have Dominic Constandi, Chief Customer Officer of ZoomInfo.

In this episode, Dominic shares his favourite country he has visited and how the experience has influenced his work in customer success.

We then discussed what separates Disney from all other theme parks and we wrapped up by discussing how ZoomInfo unifies the customer experience across the various touch points and stops their customers from feeling like they are going through a generic process.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Dominic Constandi, Chief Customer Officer of ZoomInfo.

In this episode, Dominic shares his favourite country he has visited and how the experience has influenced his work in customer success.

We then discussed what separates Disney from all other theme parks and we wrapped up by discussing how ZoomInfo unifies the customer experience across the various touch points and stops their customers from feeling like they are going through a generic process.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-11323595 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0300 2170 181 full false EP 180 | Darius Contractor - Activation lessons learned from Airtable, Facebook, and Dropbox EP 180 | Darius Contractor - Activation lessons learned from Airtable, Facebook, and Dropbox Today on the show we have Darius Contractor, Angel Investor & Advisor.

In this episode, Darius shares how he evaluates and selects companies to work at and invest in with his incredible track record at companies like Airtable, Dropbox, and Facebook.

We then discussed the psych framework he developed to help evaluate websites and onboarding experience. Why adding friction to onboarding can be a good thing in B2B SaaS and we wrapped up by discussing activation lessons that Darius has learned throughout his career.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Darius Contractor, Angel Investor & Advisor.

In this episode, Darius shares how he evaluates and selects companies to work at and invest in with his incredible track record at companies like Airtable, Dropbox, and Facebook.

We then discussed the psych framework he developed to help evaluate websites and onboarding experience. Why adding friction to onboarding can be a good thing in B2B SaaS and we wrapped up by discussing activation lessons that Darius has learned throughout his career.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11247867 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0300 2152 180 full false EP 179 | Rupesh Rao (CogniSaaS) - Focusing your customer onboarding on customer outcomes and how it impacts retention. EP 179 | Rupesh Rao (CogniSaaS) - Focusing your customer onboarding on customer outcomes and how it impacts retention. Today on the show we have Rupesh Rao, Founder, and CEO of CogniSaaS.

In this episode, Rupesh shares how he managed his career to optimize learnings before taking the leap over to entrepreneurship.

We then discussed how you can switch your customer onboarding focus from a task-based to an outcomes-based approach and the impact it has on retention and we wrapped up by discussing how to manage priorities between departments and remove communication silos while onboarding new customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Rupesh Rao, Founder, and CEO of CogniSaaS.

In this episode, Rupesh shares how he managed his career to optimize learnings before taking the leap over to entrepreneurship.

We then discussed how you can switch your customer onboarding focus from a task-based to an outcomes-based approach and the impact it has on retention and we wrapped up by discussing how to manage priorities between departments and remove communication silos while onboarding new customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-11165690 Wed, 24 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0300 1659 179 full false EP 178 | Fio Dossetto (Postmark) - Using product-led content marketing to fuel customer retention EP 178 | Fio Dossetto (Postmark) - Using product-led content marketing to fuel customer retention Today on the show we have Fio Dossetto, Editorial Lead at Postmark and Founder of Content Folks.

In this episode, Fio shares the origin story behind her team's comic “Dun Dun Dunning” and the learnings and best practices she came across while producing the comic.

We then discussed the early content mistakes at Hotjar and how the team made a major turnaround with product-led content and we wrapped up by discussing how to repurpose content generated for acquisition to drive retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Fio Dossetto, Editorial Lead at Postmark and Founder of Content Folks.

In this episode, Fio shares the origin story behind her team's comic “Dun Dun Dunning” and the learnings and best practices she came across while producing the comic.

We then discussed the early content mistakes at Hotjar and how the team made a major turnaround with product-led content and we wrapped up by discussing how to repurpose content generated for acquisition to drive retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11153173 Wed, 17 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0300 2382 178 full false EP 177 | Matt Young (UserVoice) - How to collect retention driving feedback EP 177 | Matt Young (UserVoice) - How to collect retention driving feedback Today on the show we have Matt Young, CEO of UserVoice

In this episode, Matt shares how he has navigated the shift from CTO to CEO with his biggest learning along the way.

We then discussed how UserVoice uses its product to collect user feedback, why user interviews are the most impactful form of customer feedback, and how you can maximize the time invested while doing them and we wrapped up by discussing how to avoid confirmation bias while conducting your research.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Matt Young, CEO of UserVoice

In this episode, Matt shares how he has navigated the shift from CTO to CEO with his biggest learning along the way.

We then discussed how UserVoice uses its product to collect user feedback, why user interviews are the most impactful form of customer feedback, and how you can maximize the time invested while doing them and we wrapped up by discussing how to avoid confirmation bias while conducting your research.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-11112810 Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0300 2551 177 full false EP 176 | Dileepan Siva (Upscribe) - How to fuel e-commerce growth with retention EP 176 | Dileepan Siva (Upscribe) - How to fuel e-commerce growth with retention Today on the show we have Dileepan Siva, CEO and Founder of Upscribe.

In this episode, Dileepan shares how Upscribe helps direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands build recurring revenue, reduce churn, and increase acquisition.

We then discussed why the most significant drop-off happens within the first 90 days for B2B & B2C subscription businesses and we wrapped up by discussing the consumption challenges of building a subscription e-commerce business

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Dileepan Siva, CEO and Founder of Upscribe.

In this episode, Dileepan shares how Upscribe helps direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands build recurring revenue, reduce churn, and increase acquisition.

We then discussed why the most significant drop-off happens within the first 90 days for B2B & B2C subscription businesses and we wrapped up by discussing the consumption challenges of building a subscription e-commerce business

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-11076289 Wed, 03 Aug 2022 19:00:00 +0300 1982 176 full false EP 175 | Paul Harwood (Useristics) - Understanding the differences between Behavioral vs Attitudinal reasons for churn. EP 175 | Paul Harwood (Useristics) - Understanding the differences between Behavioral vs Attitudinal reasons for churn. Today on the show we have Paul Harwood, a Co-founder of Useristics

In this episode, Paul shares why dealing with churn in different markets can vary wildly whilst the blended metric may look the same across them.

We then discussed how to define user segments for your research and we wrapped up by talking through the differences between behaviour vs attitudinal reasons for churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me 1directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Paul Harwood, a Co-founder of Useristics

In this episode, Paul shares why dealing with churn in different markets can vary wildly whilst the blended metric may look the same across them.

We then discussed how to define user segments for your research and we wrapped up by talking through the differences between behaviour vs attitudinal reasons for churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me 1directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-11035357 Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0300 2415 175 full true EP 174 | Luka Kankaras (Usersnap) - The systematic approach Usersnap took to increase customer retention EP 174 | Luka Kankaras (Usersnap) - The systematic approach Usersnap took to increase customer retention Today on the show we have Luka Kankaras, a Product Specialist at Usersnap

In this episode, Luka shares an overview of the framework Usersnap used to increase retention. How they collected feedback to diagnose their challenges and prioritized what to tackle first.

We then discussed how Usersnap reduced churn by expanding the use cases of their product and we wrapped up by discussing how the team used OKRs to align and focus their attention on churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Luka Kankaras, a Product Specialist at Usersnap

In this episode, Luka shares an overview of the framework Usersnap used to increase retention. How they collected feedback to diagnose their challenges and prioritized what to tackle first.

We then discussed how Usersnap reduced churn by expanding the use cases of their product and we wrapped up by discussing how the team used OKRs to align and focus their attention on churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10991030 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 09:00:00 +0300 2544 174 full false EP 173 | Jamie Shanks (Pipeline Signals) - Monitoring and growing customer champions to crush churn and drive acquisition EP 173 | Jamie Shanks (Pipeline Signals) - Monitoring and growing customer champions to crush churn and drive acquisition Today on the show we have Jamie Shanks, CEO and Founder of Pipeline Signals.

In this episode, Jamie shares how his experience building Sales for life rolled into Pipeline Signals.

We then discussed why social monitoring your accounts is critical in reducing churn and we wrapped up by discussing some key metrics identified through growing Pipeline Signals and why 3% of your CRM contacts become obsolete each month.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Jamie Shanks, CEO and Founder of Pipeline Signals.

In this episode, Jamie shares how his experience building Sales for life rolled into Pipeline Signals.

We then discussed why social monitoring your accounts is critical in reducing churn and we wrapped up by discussing some key metrics identified through growing Pipeline Signals and why 3% of your CRM contacts become obsolete each month.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-10914313 Wed, 06 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0300 1709 173 full false EP 172 | Greg Daines (Total Customer Strategy) - Customer Satisfaction has no correlation with Customer Retention EP 172 | Greg Daines (Total Customer Strategy) - Customer Satisfaction has no correlation with Customer Retention Today on the show we have Greg Daines, CEO and Founder of Total Customer Strategy

In this episode, Greg shares lessons learned consulting hundreds of companies on churn and retention and why so many companies focus on asking the wrong questions when getting started.

We then discussed why customer satisfaction has no correlation with retention and why you need to focus on customer results instead and we wrapped up by discussing why it all comes back to alignment if you want to see meaningful results in reducing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Greg Daines, CEO and Founder of Total Customer Strategy

In this episode, Greg shares lessons learned consulting hundreds of companies on churn and retention and why so many companies focus on asking the wrong questions when getting started.

We then discussed why customer satisfaction has no correlation with retention and why you need to focus on customer results instead and we wrapped up by discussing why it all comes back to alignment if you want to see meaningful results in reducing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10878558 Wed, 29 Jun 2022 23:00:00 +0300 2563 172 full false EP 171 | Baxter Lanius (Alternative) - How alternative financing options can be used to drive growth and reduce churn. EP 171 | Baxter Lanius (Alternative) - How alternative financing options can be used to drive growth and reduce churn. Today on the show we have Baxter Lanius, CEO and Founder of Alternative.

In this episode, Baxter shares his biggest lesson moving from an investor to an entrepreneur and the struggles he has overcome in the process.

We then discussed the similarities between lead scoring and churn prediction with underwriting for approvals on loan applications and we finished off discussing how alternative financing options can be used to drive growth and reduce churn for your business.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Baxter Lanius, CEO and Founder of Alternative.

In this episode, Baxter shares his biggest lesson moving from an investor to an entrepreneur and the struggles he has overcome in the process.

We then discussed the similarities between lead scoring and churn prediction with underwriting for approvals on loan applications and we finished off discussing how alternative financing options can be used to drive growth and reduce churn for your business.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-10834959 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0300 1960 171 full false EP 170 | Trey Hoffman (Fleetio) - How to set up a monthly churn insights meeting and how it helps drive retention EP 170 | Trey Hoffman (Fleetio) - How to set up a monthly churn insights meeting and how it helps drive retention Today on the show we have Trey Hoffman, VP of Customer Experience at Fleetio. 

In this episode, Trey shares insights into their monthly churn insights meeting, and the key KPIs shared during this meeting. 

We then discussed why SMB-focused Customer Success reps are called SMB Analysts, and how Fleetio’s Customer Success service differs between their customer segments.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Trey Hoffman, VP of Customer Experience at Fleetio. 

In this episode, Trey shares insights into their monthly churn insights meeting, and the key KPIs shared during this meeting. 

We then discussed why SMB-focused Customer Success reps are called SMB Analysts, and how Fleetio’s Customer Success service differs between their customer segments.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10779783 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0300 2280 170 full false EP 169 | Farzad Rashidi (Respona) - How Visme went from 0 to 3million in organic traffic, and how they productized the process. EP 169 | Farzad Rashidi (Respona) - How Visme went from 0 to 3million in organic traffic, and how they productized the process. Today on the show we have Farzad Rashidi, Lead Innovator at Respona. 

In this episode, Farzad shares how Visme went from 0 to 3million in organic traffic, and how they took that strategy and turned it into a new product. 

We then discussed why organic and paid search traffic impact retention differently, and how customers that are actively searching to solve a problem have significantly higher retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.




]]> Today on the show we have Farzad Rashidi, Lead Innovator at Respona. 

In this episode, Farzad shares how Visme went from 0 to 3million in organic traffic, and how they took that strategy and turned it into a new product. 

We then discussed why organic and paid search traffic impact retention differently, and how customers that are actively searching to solve a problem have significantly higher retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.




]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10758380 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0300 2400 169 full false EP 168 | Ziv Peled (AppsFlyer) - How a Customer Success org of 240 strong delivers an impactful and consistent experience for their customers EP 168 | Ziv Peled (AppsFlyer) - How a Customer Success org of 240 strong delivers an impactful and consistent experience for their customers Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer.

In this episode, Ziv shared his experience trying to gain balance between in-office and remote work post-covid for his team and the functions of their Customer Success Operations team that makes it all happen that supports over 240 CS team members across the world.

We then discussed the sophisticated custom data and analytics setup AppsFlyer have between Salesforce and Looker for the Customer Success team and we finished off by discussing the learnings from aligning Customer Success compensation with engagement metrics.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Ziv Peled, Chief Customer Officer of AppsFlyer.

In this episode, Ziv shared his experience trying to gain balance between in-office and remote work post-covid for his team and the functions of their Customer Success Operations team that makes it all happen that supports over 240 CS team members across the world.

We then discussed the sophisticated custom data and analytics setup AppsFlyer have between Salesforce and Looker for the Customer Success team and we finished off by discussing the learnings from aligning Customer Success compensation with engagement metrics.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10718812 Wed, 01 Jun 2022 16:00:00 +0300 2833 168 full false EP 167 | Firaas Rashid (Hook) - Understanding the buyers and sellers side in an enterprise software deal EP 167 | Firaas Rashid (Hook) - Understanding the buyers and sellers side in an enterprise software deal Today on the show we have Firaas Rashid, CEO, and co-founder of hook.

In this episode, Firaas shared his experience both from a buyer and seller's side regarding enterprise software. 

We then discussed how companies could best implement new software to gain ROI immediately, why you should stop selling features and start selling transformations, and how you can use user acquisition tactics post-acquisition to impact retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Firaas Rashid, CEO, and co-founder of hook.

In this episode, Firaas shared his experience both from a buyer and seller's side regarding enterprise software. 

We then discussed how companies could best implement new software to gain ROI immediately, why you should stop selling features and start selling transformations, and how you can use user acquisition tactics post-acquisition to impact retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10678619 Wed, 25 May 2022 09:00:00 +0300 1866 167 full false EP 166 | Claudiu Murariu (InnerTrends) - Setting up your data stack for impactful retention analysis. EP 166 | Claudiu Murariu (InnerTrends) - Setting up your data stack for impactful retention analysis. Today on the show we have Claudiu Murariu, CEO, and co-founder of InnerTrends.

In this episode, Claudiu shared best practices on how to get started setting up data analytics tracking, metrics and properties to consider, and why a tracking plan is essential.

We then discussed how to identify and select your onboarding and activation metrics for companies at different stages in their growth cycle and we finished off by discussing how to effectively analyze churn and retention with your data.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Claudiu Murariu, CEO, and co-founder of InnerTrends.

In this episode, Claudiu shared best practices on how to get started setting up data analytics tracking, metrics and properties to consider, and why a tracking plan is essential.

We then discussed how to identify and select your onboarding and activation metrics for companies at different stages in their growth cycle and we finished off by discussing how to effectively analyze churn and retention with your data.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10637586 Wed, 18 May 2022 08:00:00 +0300 2381 166 full false EP 165 | Lowell Ricklefs (Traction Advising) - New business VS retention: Which metric influences a company’s acquisition. EP 165 | Lowell Ricklefs (Traction Advising) - New business VS retention: Which metric influences a company’s acquisition. Today on the show we have Lowell Ricklefs, CEO, and co-founder of Traction Advising.

In this episode, Lowell shared his experience from a buyer’s perspective of SaaS businesses, the reasons to acquire vs buy, and how they evaluate potential acquisition targets.

We then approached acquisitions from the seller side and talked about when the right time is for Founders to start to think about an acquisition, the steps they should take before they begin the process, and the key metrics that influence the valuation they get.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Lowell Ricklefs, CEO, and co-founder of Traction Advising.

In this episode, Lowell shared his experience from a buyer’s perspective of SaaS businesses, the reasons to acquire vs buy, and how they evaluate potential acquisition targets.

We then approached acquisitions from the seller side and talked about when the right time is for Founders to start to think about an acquisition, the steps they should take before they begin the process, and the key metrics that influence the valuation they get.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10597999 Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0300 2443 165 full false EP 164 | You Mon Tsang (ChurnZero) - The evolution of focus on net revenue retention EP 164 | You Mon Tsang (ChurnZero) - The evolution of focus on net revenue retention Today on the show we have You Mon Tsang, CEO, and co-founder of ChurnZero.

In this episode, You Mon shared his experience building and exiting 3 companies and the lessons he bought with him when starting ChurnZero.

We also touched on his pragmatic approach to entrepreneurship and the naming of his company. We finished off with a discussion on net revenue retention and how the market's perception has changed of this metric over time.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have You Mon Tsang, CEO, and co-founder of ChurnZero.

In this episode, You Mon shared his experience building and exiting 3 companies and the lessons he bought with him when starting ChurnZero.

We also touched on his pragmatic approach to entrepreneurship and the naming of his company. We finished off with a discussion on net revenue retention and how the market's perception has changed of this metric over time.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-10555778 Wed, 04 May 2022 12:00:00 +0300 1934 164 full false EP 163 | Michael Winnick (Dscout) - Creating human relationship capital to reduce churn EP 163 | Michael Winnick (Dscout) - Creating human relationship capital to reduce churn Today on the show we have Michael Winnick, founder, and CEO of Dscout.

In this episode, Michael talked about how user research has changed over the years, and how data analytics and research teams should work together to get the maximum ROI. 

Michael then dove into how to fight your internal bias when it comes to user research, how Dscout drives growth by doubling down on creating a human relationship capital, and what they do to prevent champion departure churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Michael Winnick, founder, and CEO of Dscout.

In this episode, Michael talked about how user research has changed over the years, and how data analytics and research teams should work together to get the maximum ROI. 

Michael then dove into how to fight your internal bias when it comes to user research, how Dscout drives growth by doubling down on creating a human relationship capital, and what they do to prevent champion departure churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10512743 Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0300 3170 163 full false EP 162 | Romaric Philogéne (Qovery) - Building empathy by hiring your customers to run customer success. EP 162 | Romaric Philogéne (Qovery) - Building empathy by hiring your customers to run customer success. Today on the show we have Romaric Philogéne, Co-founder and CEO of Qovery.

In this episode, Romaric shared why his previous start-up didn’t work out and how they pivoted into Qovery, we then talked about the challenges of being a customer-centric company, and their unique approach to building their customer success team by hiring their customer personas as Customer Success representatives. 

We then dove into why Qovery has minimal churn, and how they build trust with potential customers at every touchpoint by delivering upfront value. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Romaric Philogéne, Co-founder and CEO of Qovery.

In this episode, Romaric shared why his previous start-up didn’t work out and how they pivoted into Qovery, we then talked about the challenges of being a customer-centric company, and their unique approach to building their customer success team by hiring their customer personas as Customer Success representatives. 

We then dove into why Qovery has minimal churn, and how they build trust with potential customers at every touchpoint by delivering upfront value. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10470942 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0300 2495 162 full true EP 161 | James Mayes (Mind The Product) - Transitioning to a subscription-based business. EP 161 | James Mayes (Mind The Product) - Transitioning to a subscription-based business. Today on the show we have James Mayes, CEO, and co-founder of Mind The Product.

In this episode, James shared a couple of lessons from his first failed startup and why he decided to join a growing startup after.

We then dove into how James and the team at Mind The Product pivoted the business to a subscription-based model during Covid, the research they conducted to identify what should be a part of the offering, and how they expanded the offering over time.

We finished off with James sharing about the acquisition by Pendo and what’s next for Mind The Product.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have James Mayes, CEO, and co-founder of Mind The Product.

In this episode, James shared a couple of lessons from his first failed startup and why he decided to join a growing startup after.

We then dove into how James and the team at Mind The Product pivoted the business to a subscription-based model during Covid, the research they conducted to identify what should be a part of the offering, and how they expanded the offering over time.

We finished off with James sharing about the acquisition by Pendo and what’s next for Mind The Product.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10429755 Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0300 2015 161 full false EP 160 | Andrew Peterson and Spencer Dent (Clozd) - Qualitative churn analysis. EP 160 | Andrew Peterson and Spencer Dent (Clozd) - Qualitative churn analysis. Today on the show we have Andrew Peterson and Spencer Dent, Founders of Clozd.

In this episode, they shared how they came up with the idea to build Clozd, and how they help their clients uncover the qualitative pieces of the puzzle they need to really understand all the nuances that went into their customer’s decision to churn.

We then dove into why you should interview the decision-makers of companies that have churned, the benefits of recruiting a third party to conduct the interviews, and they also shared some of the key questions you should be asking in order to get the most out of the calls. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Andrew Peterson and Spencer Dent, Founders of Clozd.

In this episode, they shared how they came up with the idea to build Clozd, and how they help their clients uncover the qualitative pieces of the puzzle they need to really understand all the nuances that went into their customer’s decision to churn.

We then dove into why you should interview the decision-makers of companies that have churned, the benefits of recruiting a third party to conduct the interviews, and they also shared some of the key questions you should be asking in order to get the most out of the calls. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-10391523 Wed, 06 Apr 2022 21:00:00 +0300 2220 160 full false EP 159 | Steffen Hedebrandt (Dreamdata) - How turning customers away increases retention. EP 159 | Steffen Hedebrandt (Dreamdata) - How turning customers away increases retention. Today on the show we have Steffen Hedebrandt, Co-founder and CMO of Dreamdata.

In this episode, Steffen shared how documenting quality content and sharing it on social opened many doors for him, he also what Dreamdata does and how they offer multitouch account-based attribution.

We then dove into the power of positioning and understanding who your ideal customer profile is on churn and retention, how Steffen and the team orient all their marketing and sales efforts around their ICP for healthier retention, and he explains why they turn customers away that don’t fit their ICP. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Steffen Hedebrandt, Co-founder and CMO of Dreamdata.

In this episode, Steffen shared how documenting quality content and sharing it on social opened many doors for him, he also what Dreamdata does and how they offer multitouch account-based attribution.

We then dove into the power of positioning and understanding who your ideal customer profile is on churn and retention, how Steffen and the team orient all their marketing and sales efforts around their ICP for healthier retention, and he explains why they turn customers away that don’t fit their ICP. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10329912 Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0300 1885 159 full false EP 158 | Jonathan Widawski (Maze) - How Maze Segments Churn Based On Their Products Vision EP 158 | Jonathan Widawski (Maze) - How Maze Segments Churn Based On Their Products Vision Today on the show we have Jonathan Widawski, Founder and CEO of Maze.

In this episode, Jo shared how Maze emerged out of a need to validate assumptions fast about a previous startup he founded. He continued to share how the prototype evolved into the company we know today.

We then dove into how Jo and the team are introducing a sales motion on top of their existing product-led strategy and the challenges that come with it. Finally, we discussed how they segment and analyze their churn and retention, and how they use this segmentation to prioritize their product roadmap.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Jonathan Widawski, Founder and CEO of Maze.

In this episode, Jo shared how Maze emerged out of a need to validate assumptions fast about a previous startup he founded. He continued to share how the prototype evolved into the company we know today.

We then dove into how Jo and the team are introducing a sales motion on top of their existing product-led strategy and the challenges that come with it. Finally, we discussed how they segment and analyze their churn and retention, and how they use this segmentation to prioritize their product roadmap.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10278112 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0200 1724 158 full false EP 157 | David Darmanin (Hotjar) - Understanding the difference between acceptable and worrying churn EP 157 | David Darmanin (Hotjar) - Understanding the difference between acceptable and worrying churn Today on the show we have David Darmanin, Founder and previous CEO of Hotjar.

In this episode, David shared what he misses most about being the CEO of Hotjar, and what led him to realize it was time to step down and hand over the role. 

We then dove into the importance of giving your people the freedom to fail, how Hotjar reduced churn by doubling down on their ICP in their go-to-market strategy, and the differences between acceptable and worrying churn. David then explains the Hotjar ethos and the impact it has had on the company. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have David Darmanin, Founder and previous CEO of Hotjar.

In this episode, David shared what he misses most about being the CEO of Hotjar, and what led him to realize it was time to step down and hand over the role. 

We then dove into the importance of giving your people the freedom to fail, how Hotjar reduced churn by doubling down on their ICP in their go-to-market strategy, and the differences between acceptable and worrying churn. David then explains the Hotjar ethos and the impact it has had on the company. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly at Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10262650 Wed, 16 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0200 2176 157 full true EP 156 | Kyle Pursell (Shopify) - Leveraging email to increase engagement & retention EP 156 | Kyle Pursell (Shopify) - Leveraging email to increase engagement & retention Today on the show we have Kyle Pursell, Senior Lead of Growth Marketing at Shopify.

In this episode, Kyle shared his biggest lesson upon joining Shopify on how they effectively enable collaboration across the various cross-functional functions and how they maintain alignment through a powerful company mission.

We then dove into how Kyle and the team measured PMF at Inman when switching to a subscription business for their content. We dove deep into how you can leverage email to increase engagement and retention and the tradeoffs you need to consider with email frequency to mitigate churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Kyle Pursell, Senior Lead of Growth Marketing at Shopify.

In this episode, Kyle shared his biggest lesson upon joining Shopify on how they effectively enable collaboration across the various cross-functional functions and how they maintain alignment through a powerful company mission.

We then dove into how Kyle and the team measured PMF at Inman when switching to a subscription business for their content. We dove deep into how you can leverage email to increase engagement and retention and the tradeoffs you need to consider with email frequency to mitigate churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10216656 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 11:00:00 +0200 2136 156 full false EP 155 | Maranda Dziekonski (Swiftly) - Building out a high-touch Customer Success team EP 155 | Maranda Dziekonski (Swiftly) - Building out a high-touch Customer Success team Today on the show we have Maranda Dziekonski, Chief Customer Officer at Swiftly.

In this episode, Maranda shared her early career experience and how she made a move from the factory production line to an office role and later into Customer Success.

We then dove into Maranda’s framework for assessing the Customer Success function when joining a new company, how she went about splitting out the high-touch customer success function at Swiftly, and we closed off with some tips and hiring advice for Customer Leaders building new teams.  

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Maranda Dziekonski, Chief Customer Officer at Swiftly.

In this episode, Maranda shared her early career experience and how she made a move from the factory production line to an office role and later into Customer Success.

We then dove into Maranda’s framework for assessing the Customer Success function when joining a new company, how she went about splitting out the high-touch customer success function at Swiftly, and we closed off with some tips and hiring advice for Customer Leaders building new teams.  

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10172374 Wed, 02 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0200 1918 155 full false EP 154 | Bryan Plaster (CompleteCSM) - Creating true customer evangelists with workshops and success days EP 154 | Bryan Plaster (CompleteCSM) - Creating true customer evangelists with workshops and success days Today on the show we have Bryan Plaster, CEO, and Co-founder of CompleteCSM.

In this episode, Brain shared his experience starting customer Success from scratch at multiple organizations and helping Informatica and Talend move from on-premise software sales to a cloud subscription business.

We then talked about the evolution of Customer Success over the last 15 years followed by how to create customer evangelists using workshops and success days. We wrapped up the episode with Bryan sharing the motivations for starting CompleteCSM and how they help their customers uncover the customer signals throughout their lifecycle.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Bryan Plaster, CEO, and Co-founder of CompleteCSM.

In this episode, Brain shared his experience starting customer Success from scratch at multiple organizations and helping Informatica and Talend move from on-premise software sales to a cloud subscription business.

We then talked about the evolution of Customer Success over the last 15 years followed by how to create customer evangelists using workshops and success days. We wrapped up the episode with Bryan sharing the motivations for starting CompleteCSM and how they help their customers uncover the customer signals throughout their lifecycle.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Chrystalla Pieri Buzzsprout-10129862 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0200 2460 154 full false EP 153 | Aggelos Mouzakitis (Glofox) - Taking a more human approach to diagnosing churn and retention. EP 153 | Aggelos Mouzakitis (Glofox) - Taking a more human approach to diagnosing churn and retention. Today on the show we have Aggelos Mouzakitis, Product-led growth Lead at Glofox.

In this episode, Aggelos shared his take on product-led growth followed by the biggest misconceptions and mistakes companies make when they think about adopting a product-led strategy.

We then discussed why companies need to forget the data and analytics and take a more human approach to diagnose churn and retention. We dove into methods, tactics, and stages of the user journey that you can focus on to extract meaningful insights and help you truly understand the reasons for churn and not just the surface-level response we typically get in exit surveys.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Aggelos Mouzakitis, Product-led growth Lead at Glofox.

In this episode, Aggelos shared his take on product-led growth followed by the biggest misconceptions and mistakes companies make when they think about adopting a product-led strategy.

We then discussed why companies need to forget the data and analytics and take a more human approach to diagnose churn and retention. We dove into methods, tactics, and stages of the user journey that you can focus on to extract meaningful insights and help you truly understand the reasons for churn and not just the surface-level response we typically get in exit surveys.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10084981 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0200 1968 153 full false EP 152 | Diana De Jesus (Catalyst) - How to break into Customer Success and tips to thrive in the role EP 152 | Diana De Jesus (Catalyst) - How to break into Customer Success and tips to thrive in the role Today on the show we have Diana De Jesus, Customer Success Manager Strategist at Catalyst.

In this episode, Diana shared her advice on how to break into and land a role in customer success, sharing tips she took personally to do so. We then talked about support-driven growth, what it is, where it works best, and how you can apply it.

We also discussed how customer support and customer success can best work together and why Catalyst has customer support as a part of their customer success team.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Diana De Jesus, Customer Success Manager Strategist at Catalyst.

In this episode, Diana shared her advice on how to break into and land a role in customer success, sharing tips she took personally to do so. We then talked about support-driven growth, what it is, where it works best, and how you can apply it.

We also discussed how customer support and customer success can best work together and why Catalyst has customer support as a part of their customer success team.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-10042986 Wed, 09 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0200 2157 152 full false EP 151 | Christian Wiklund (unitQ) - How unstructured user feedback can impact churn & retention. EP 151 | Christian Wiklund (unitQ) - How unstructured user feedback can impact churn & retention. Today on the show we have Christian Wiklund, founder, and CEO at unitQ.

In this episode, we talked about the huge importance of monitoring the quality of your product, what lead Christian to build unitQ, and how they help companies improve retention, growth, and engagement.  

We also discussed how data silos across departments slow things down, and how companies need cross-functional data on demand. Christian then talks about million-dollar bugs, how we measure product quality, and how online reviews can make or break your business. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Christian Wiklund, founder, and CEO at unitQ.

In this episode, we talked about the huge importance of monitoring the quality of your product, what lead Christian to build unitQ, and how they help companies improve retention, growth, and engagement.  

We also discussed how data silos across departments slow things down, and how companies need cross-functional data on demand. Christian then talks about million-dollar bugs, how we measure product quality, and how online reviews can make or break your business. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9997565 Wed, 02 Feb 2022 11:00:00 +0200 2172 151 full false EP 150 | Chris O’Neil (Glean) - The importance of alignment, clarity, and cohesion across a team to reduce churn, and how to achieve it. EP 150 | Chris O’Neil (Glean) - The importance of alignment, clarity, and cohesion across a team to reduce churn, and how to achieve it. Today on the show we have Chris O’Neil, Chief Bussiness Officer at Glean. 

In this episode, we talked about how joining Google and being around great mentors helped Chris with his career track and where he is today. Chris then shares what you need to get started as a leader to set yourself up for success in the long run.

 We also discussed the importance of alignment, clarity, and cohesion across a team and how to achieve it, followed by examples on how Google, Slack, and Evernote successfully put their vision statements to use with clarity. Finally, Chris explains what Glean is, and what his role as CBO includes.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Chris O’Neil, Chief Bussiness Officer at Glean. 

In this episode, we talked about how joining Google and being around great mentors helped Chris with his career track and where he is today. Chris then shares what you need to get started as a leader to set yourself up for success in the long run.

 We also discussed the importance of alignment, clarity, and cohesion across a team and how to achieve it, followed by examples on how Google, Slack, and Evernote successfully put their vision statements to use with clarity. Finally, Chris explains what Glean is, and what his role as CBO includes.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-9954906 Wed, 26 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0200 2502 150 full false EP 149 | John Zeratsky (Character) - Using Design Sprints to increase retention. EP 149 | John Zeratsky (Character) - Using Design Sprints to increase retention. Today on the show we have John Zeratsky, Co-Founder of Character, and the best-selling co-author of Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days.

In this episode, we talked about John’s time at Google Ventures, and how they helped hundreds of early-stage startups find product-market-fit using Design Sprints. John then talked about how they first came up with the idea for Design Sprints and why they followed on to develop the process further and productize it into a book.

We then went over the different stages of a design sprint and discussed how using this model can help companies increase retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have John Zeratsky, Co-Founder of Character, and the best-selling co-author of Sprint: How to Solve Big Problems and Test New Ideas in Just Five Days.

In this episode, we talked about John’s time at Google Ventures, and how they helped hundreds of early-stage startups find product-market-fit using Design Sprints. John then talked about how they first came up with the idea for Design Sprints and why they followed on to develop the process further and productize it into a book.

We then went over the different stages of a design sprint and discussed how using this model can help companies increase retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9912326 Wed, 19 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0200 2201 149 full false EP 148 | Mohammad Nasrullah (Integry) - The impact of integrations on churn and retention. EP 148 | Mohammad Nasrullah (Integry) - The impact of integrations on churn and retention. Today on the show we have Nash, founder, and CEO of Integry.

In this episode, Nash shares the hardest part of starting a company straight out of school, and the perks of naive optimism when starting a company. 

We also discussed what is Integry and how the company was born, the impact of integrations on retention, and the main differences between B2C and B2B, when it comes to churn and retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Nash, founder, and CEO of Integry.

In this episode, Nash shares the hardest part of starting a company straight out of school, and the perks of naive optimism when starting a company. 

We also discussed what is Integry and how the company was born, the impact of integrations on retention, and the main differences between B2C and B2B, when it comes to churn and retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-9872840 Wed, 12 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0200 2000 148 full false EP 147 | Philipp Wolf (Custify) - The importance of data hygiene when implementing a Customer Success tool. EP 147 | Philipp Wolf (Custify) - The importance of data hygiene when implementing a Customer Success tool. Today on the show we have Philipp Wolf, founder of Custify.

In this episode, Philipp talks about what triggered his career shift from the security industry to customer success, what Custify does, and how it helps its customers with churn, retention, and growth. 

 We also discussed the evolution of the customer success software market, the importance of data hygiene when moving to a Customer Success platform, and how Custify helps its customers build their customer health score systems.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Philipp Wolf, founder of Custify.

In this episode, Philipp talks about what triggered his career shift from the security industry to customer success, what Custify does, and how it helps its customers with churn, retention, and growth. 

 We also discussed the evolution of the customer success software market, the importance of data hygiene when moving to a Customer Success platform, and how Custify helps its customers build their customer health score systems.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9834452 Wed, 05 Jan 2022 14:00:00 +0200 2020 147 full false EP 146 | Tomer Suarez - How to convert your customer service from a “cost-center” into a profit driver EP 146 | Tomer Suarez - How to convert your customer service from a “cost-center” into a profit driver Today on the show we have Tomer Suarez, Co-Founder and CEO of Interai.

In this episode, we talked about Interai’s mission to bring consumer technology to enterprise companies, and how they use visual data mapping to bring together an organization’s legacy tools without a single integration. 

Tomer then explains the process B2C enterprise companies need to take in order to achieve a 360 customer view, the problems they may face, and ultimately how it impacts retention. Finally, we discussed how customer service can shift from being cost center to a profit center.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Tomer Suarez, Co-Founder and CEO of Interai.

In this episode, we talked about Interai’s mission to bring consumer technology to enterprise companies, and how they use visual data mapping to bring together an organization’s legacy tools without a single integration. 

Tomer then explains the process B2C enterprise companies need to take in order to achieve a 360 customer view, the problems they may face, and ultimately how it impacts retention. Finally, we discussed how customer service can shift from being cost center to a profit center.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9801383 Wed, 29 Dec 2021 08:00:00 +0200 1981 146 full false EP 145 | Sonciary Pérez (Quala) - Engagement is not always a clear prediction of retention EP 145 | Sonciary Pérez (Quala) - Engagement is not always a clear prediction of retention Today on the show we have Sonciary Pérez , co-founder of Quala.

In this episode, Sonciary explains what exactly is Frontline Intelligence, and how Quala helps Customer Success practitioners to be seen as customer intelligence leaders that help drive growth within an organization.

We also discussed what you need to look out for when building a Customer Success team from the get-go, why Quala’s Product Marketing team strategically comes from Sales and Customer Experience, and finally shares why their highly engaged customers at Promoboxx churned. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Sonciary Pérez , co-founder of Quala.

In this episode, Sonciary explains what exactly is Frontline Intelligence, and how Quala helps Customer Success practitioners to be seen as customer intelligence leaders that help drive growth within an organization.

We also discussed what you need to look out for when building a Customer Success team from the get-go, why Quala’s Product Marketing team strategically comes from Sales and Customer Experience, and finally shares why their highly engaged customers at Promoboxx churned. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9773420 Wed, 22 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0200 1736 145 full false EP 144 | Kevan Lee (Oyster HR) - How and why churn and retention differs at Buffer, Polly, and Oyster HR. EP 144 | Kevan Lee (Oyster HR) - How and why churn and retention differs at Buffer, Polly, and Oyster HR. Today on the show we have Kevan Lee, Head of Marketing at Oyster HR.

In this episode, we talked about Kevin’s experience with churn and retention at Buffer, Polly, and Oyster HR, and how the main reasons for churn differed at each company due to their business models and customer segments, and we then discussed the role marketing played in each case to reduce churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Kevan Lee, Head of Marketing at Oyster HR.

In this episode, we talked about Kevin’s experience with churn and retention at Buffer, Polly, and Oyster HR, and how the main reasons for churn differed at each company due to their business models and customer segments, and we then discussed the role marketing played in each case to reduce churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9724836 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +0200 1923 144 full true EP 143 | Lou Rosenfeld - How Rosenfeld Media built an engaged community driving long term retention for their business EP 143 | Lou Rosenfeld - How Rosenfeld Media built an engaged community driving long term retention for their business Today on the show we have Louis Rosenfeld, publisher and founder at Rosenfeld media.

In this episode, we talked about what information architecture is and how it led to the formation of Rosenfeld Media, how the UX Design space is evolving, and the importance of understanding your customers' needs when building out your product’s information architecture. 

 We also discussed Lou’s plans to introduce Memberships and Subscriptions at Rosenfeld Media and how introducing Attendee Cohorts at their conferences, increased retention, and engagement of their community. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Louis Rosenfeld, publisher and founder at Rosenfeld media.

In this episode, we talked about what information architecture is and how it led to the formation of Rosenfeld Media, how the UX Design space is evolving, and the importance of understanding your customers' needs when building out your product’s information architecture. 

 We also discussed Lou’s plans to introduce Memberships and Subscriptions at Rosenfeld Media and how introducing Attendee Cohorts at their conferences, increased retention, and engagement of their community. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9684516 Wed, 08 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0200 2124 143 full false EP 142 | Dave Jackson (TheCustomer.Co) The 7 principles of Customer Success EP 142 | Dave Jackson (TheCustomer.Co) The 7 principles of Customer Success Today on the show we have Dave Jackson, founder, and CEO of TheCustomer.Co, and author of the book Customer-led growth. 

In this episode, we talked about customer success as a company-wide capability, the motivation behind his recent book Customer-led growth, and Dave explains why you should purposefully design your organization around customer value.

We also discussed why you should screw best practices, and dove into the 7 principles of customer success to deliver maximum customer value. 

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Dave Jackson, founder, and CEO of TheCustomer.Co, and author of the book Customer-led growth. 

In this episode, we talked about customer success as a company-wide capability, the motivation behind his recent book Customer-led growth, and Dave explains why you should purposefully design your organization around customer value.

We also discussed why you should screw best practices, and dove into the 7 principles of customer success to deliver maximum customer value. 

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-9642851 Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:00:00 +0200 2340 142 full false EP 141 | Ryan Glasgow (Sprig) - Why churn and retention always comes back to your user onboarding experience and how to improve it EP 141 | Ryan Glasgow (Sprig) - Why churn and retention always comes back to your user onboarding experience and how to improve it Today on the show we have Ryan Glasgow, CEO and founder of Sprig.

In this episode, we talked about the pros and cons of the different stages of company growth, how Ryan took his experience at the 0 to 1 stage to build out Sprig and how Sprig solves the tension between user research and the speed at which product teams move today.

We also discussed why churn and retention always comes back to user onboarding, how you can determine which action to focus on for your onboarding experience and the considerations to be made between single-player mode and multiplayer mode during onboarding.


]]> Today on the show we have Ryan Glasgow, CEO and founder of Sprig.

In this episode, we talked about the pros and cons of the different stages of company growth, how Ryan took his experience at the 0 to 1 stage to build out Sprig and how Sprig solves the tension between user research and the speed at which product teams move today.

We also discussed why churn and retention always comes back to user onboarding, how you can determine which action to focus on for your onboarding experience and the considerations to be made between single-player mode and multiplayer mode during onboarding.


]]> Buzzsprout-9605621 Wed, 24 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0200 2177 141 full false EP 140 | Puneet Kataria (CustomerSuccessBox) - The moving pieces of a successful customer success stack. EP 140 | Puneet Kataria (CustomerSuccessBox) - The moving pieces of a successful customer success stack. Today on the show we have Puneet Kataria, founder of CustomerSuccessBox.

In this episode, we talked about what made Puneet make the switch from engineering to sales, the importance of selling to the right customers to avoid churn, and we debated whether “customer success” is the right job title for the job.

 We also discussed the building blocks a customer success team needs, the five different animals of SaaS and the type of customer success model to use for each animal, and finally Puneet dove deep into the moving pieces of a successful customer success stack.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Puneet Kataria, founder of CustomerSuccessBox.

In this episode, we talked about what made Puneet make the switch from engineering to sales, the importance of selling to the right customers to avoid churn, and we debated whether “customer success” is the right job title for the job.

 We also discussed the building blocks a customer success team needs, the five different animals of SaaS and the type of customer success model to use for each animal, and finally Puneet dove deep into the moving pieces of a successful customer success stack.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9563922 Wed, 17 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +0200 2292 140 full true EP 139 | Harini Gokul (AWS) - Baking Customer Success into your company’s DNA from day 1. EP 139 | Harini Gokul (AWS) - Baking Customer Success into your company’s DNA from day 1. Today on the show we have Harini Gokul, Chief Customer Officer at AWS.

In this episode, we talked about the challenges of building and scaling customer success teams at companies like Amazon and Microsoft, and how they bake their customers’ customer perspectives into their work, to deliver true value for their customers.

We also discussed the importance of being proactive and knowing what your customers might be wanting next, the characteristics and traits Harini looks for when hiring for customer success and why she invites different department colleagues to be part of the hiring process.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Harini Gokul, Chief Customer Officer at AWS.

In this episode, we talked about the challenges of building and scaling customer success teams at companies like Amazon and Microsoft, and how they bake their customers’ customer perspectives into their work, to deliver true value for their customers.

We also discussed the importance of being proactive and knowing what your customers might be wanting next, the characteristics and traits Harini looks for when hiring for customer success and why she invites different department colleagues to be part of the hiring process.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-9525391 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:00:00 +0200 1730 139 full false EP 138 | Gareth Drabble - How Contentsquare use Health Scoring to predict adoption and retention EP 138 | Gareth Drabble - How Contentsquare use Health Scoring to predict adoption and retention Today on the show we have Gareth Drabble, Director of Customer Success, Northern Europe  at Contentsquare

In this episode, we talked about what led Gareth to Contentsquare, the recent acquisition of Hotjar, and what it means for Contentsquare, we then talked about how they plan to structure their customer success team as they scale, and what fuels its growth. 

 We also discussed how rushing into a tech touch model wobbled Contentsquare’s retention rates, and dove into how they use health scoring to predict adoption and retention, and how you can replicate the model for your company too. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Gareth Drabble, Director of Customer Success, Northern Europe  at Contentsquare

In this episode, we talked about what led Gareth to Contentsquare, the recent acquisition of Hotjar, and what it means for Contentsquare, we then talked about how they plan to structure their customer success team as they scale, and what fuels its growth. 

 We also discussed how rushing into a tech touch model wobbled Contentsquare’s retention rates, and dove into how they use health scoring to predict adoption and retention, and how you can replicate the model for your company too. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9482168 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 11:00:00 +0200 1631 138 full true EP 137 | Suresh Shankar (Crayon Data) - How to prevent churn with your enterprise customers EP 137 | Suresh Shankar (Crayon Data) - How to prevent churn with your enterprise customers Today on the show we have Suresh Sankar, Founder & CEO of Crayon Data.

In this episode, Suresh shares how he connects the dots looking back going from an account director to marketing, and then to founder. We then touched on what Crayon data is and how it helps it’s enterprise customers with personalization.

We also discussed Crayon data’s process in identifying the gap in the market and the inspiration behind it, their different strategies on how to validate or invalidate markets, and then Suresh shares his views on churn and retention when it comes to enterprise SaaS models.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Suresh Sankar, Founder & CEO of Crayon Data.

In this episode, Suresh shares how he connects the dots looking back going from an account director to marketing, and then to founder. We then touched on what Crayon data is and how it helps it’s enterprise customers with personalization.

We also discussed Crayon data’s process in identifying the gap in the market and the inspiration behind it, their different strategies on how to validate or invalidate markets, and then Suresh shares his views on churn and retention when it comes to enterprise SaaS models.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9442407 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 14:00:00 +0300 2111 137 full true EP 136 | Scott Singerman - Inside Mixpanel’s retention driving partnerships programs. EP 136 | Scott Singerman - Inside Mixpanel’s retention driving partnerships programs. Today on the show we have Scott Singerman, VP of Global Partnerships at Mixpanel. 

In this episode, we talked about Scott’s role as a VP of Global Partnerships and his responsibilities, how Mixpanel is giving back to the startup community with their Startup Program, but also the benefits a program like this has for any company in general.

We then dove into the different partnership categories at Mixpanel, their impact on the business as a whole, and how these partnerships are tied to customer retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have Scott Singerman, VP of Global Partnerships at Mixpanel. 

In this episode, we talked about Scott’s role as a VP of Global Partnerships and his responsibilities, how Mixpanel is giving back to the startup community with their Startup Program, but also the benefits a program like this has for any company in general.

We then dove into the different partnership categories at Mixpanel, their impact on the business as a whole, and how these partnerships are tied to customer retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Buzzsprout-9320299 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 08:00:00 +0300 2436 136 full false EP 135 | Shreesha Ramdas (Strikedeck) - Transform your company’s customer success mindset from a cost centre to a growth centre EP 135 | Shreesha Ramdas (Strikedeck) - Transform your company’s customer success mindset from a cost centre to a growth centre Today on the show we have Shreesha Ramdas, SVP & GM at Strikedeck.

Having lived through a couple of acquisitions, Sri shares his #1 learning and why he believes that founders should roll up their sleeves and work alongside the sales team, post-acquisition, as early as possible. 

 We also discussed the motivation behind Strikedeck, how to assess your customer success maturity cycle, and then dove into how to jumpstart a customer success program. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Shreesha Ramdas, SVP & GM at Strikedeck.

Having lived through a couple of acquisitions, Sri shares his #1 learning and why he believes that founders should roll up their sleeves and work alongside the sales team, post-acquisition, as early as possible. 

 We also discussed the motivation behind Strikedeck, how to assess your customer success maturity cycle, and then dove into how to jumpstart a customer success program. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Chrystalla Pieri Buzzsprout-9316550 Wed, 13 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0300 1899 135 full false EP 134 | Ryanne Doumet - How PandaDoc scaled their high touch customer success model as the company scaled. EP 134 | Ryanne Doumet - How PandaDoc scaled their high touch customer success model as the company scaled. Today on the show we have Ryanne Doumet, Customer Success Manager at PandaDoc.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Ryanne to make the switch from media & advertising to customer success, how PandaDoc scaled their customer facing approach as the company scaled, and how they put together Customer Success decks to bring value to client conversions, using their own tool. 

 We also discussed the upsides and downsides of a Matrix organization, setting, tracking and measuring KPI’s, and we then dove into PandaDoc’s WISE framework, and why and how they build it.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Ryanne Doumet, Customer Success Manager at PandaDoc.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Ryanne to make the switch from media & advertising to customer success, how PandaDoc scaled their customer facing approach as the company scaled, and how they put together Customer Success decks to bring value to client conversions, using their own tool. 

 We also discussed the upsides and downsides of a Matrix organization, setting, tracking and measuring KPI’s, and we then dove into PandaDoc’s WISE framework, and why and how they build it.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9316513 Wed, 06 Oct 2021 09:00:00 +0300 1664 134 full false EP 133 | Basel Fakhoury (User Interviews) - Transitioning from a transactional to a subscription pricing model: How it affects customer retention. EP 133 | Basel Fakhoury (User Interviews) - Transitioning from a transactional to a subscription pricing model: How it affects customer retention. Today on the show we have Basel Fakhoury, CEO & Co-founder of User Interviews.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Basel to user research and why research participant recruiting specifically, how the team validated that "User Interviews" was the biggest pain point, and then Basel shared their process of idea exploration and how they invalidated their ideas, before reaching that AHA moment. 

 We also discussed the importance of marrying qualitative research with data analysis, how moving from a transactional to a subscription model affected churn, and we  then dove into their pricing research strategy and their decision to focus on expansion. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Basel Fakhoury, CEO & Co-founder of User Interviews.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Basel to user research and why research participant recruiting specifically, how the team validated that "User Interviews" was the biggest pain point, and then Basel shared their process of idea exploration and how they invalidated their ideas, before reaching that AHA moment. 

 We also discussed the importance of marrying qualitative research with data analysis, how moving from a transactional to a subscription model affected churn, and we  then dove into their pricing research strategy and their decision to focus on expansion. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9279010 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0300 1693 133 full false EP 132 | Kris Rudeegraap - 3 changes Sendoso made to achieve a net dollar retention close to 120% with their mid-market and enterprise customers. EP 132 | Kris Rudeegraap - 3 changes Sendoso made to achieve a net dollar retention close to 120% with their mid-market and enterprise customers. Today on the show we have Kris Rudeegraap, co-founder and CEO of Sendoso.

In this episode, we talked about how Sendoso helps it’s customers retain and delight their customers, the different ways a sales team can help avoid or decrease churn, and how to make sure you’re selling to the right ICP.

 We also discussed Sendoso's sales strategy when they first got started and how it evolved, their ups and downs when it comes to churn and retention, and the changes they made in order to hit a net dollar retention close to 120% today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Kris Rudeegraap, co-founder and CEO of Sendoso.

In this episode, we talked about how Sendoso helps it’s customers retain and delight their customers, the different ways a sales team can help avoid or decrease churn, and how to make sure you’re selling to the right ICP.

 We also discussed Sendoso's sales strategy when they first got started and how it evolved, their ups and downs when it comes to churn and retention, and the changes they made in order to hit a net dollar retention close to 120% today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9239533 Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0300 2019 132 full false EP 131 | Marty Cagan (svpg) - How the best leaders empower their product teams and set them up for success. EP 131 | Marty Cagan (svpg) - How the best leaders empower their product teams and set them up for success. Today on the show we have Marty Cagan, partner at Silicon Valley Product Group, and author of INSPIRED: How To Create Tech Products Customers Love, and Co-author of newly published EMPOWERED: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Products.

In this episode, we talk about the tremendous gap between how the best companies operate and how the rest work, what they do differently and why, and then dove into Marty’s new book EMPOWERED and the motivation behind it. 

We also discussed how the best leaders empower their teams, how real product discovery and product work happens, and then talked about how alignment is a consequence of a good product strategy. 


]]> Today on the show we have Marty Cagan, partner at Silicon Valley Product Group, and author of INSPIRED: How To Create Tech Products Customers Love, and Co-author of newly published EMPOWERED: Ordinary People, Extraordinary Products.

In this episode, we talk about the tremendous gap between how the best companies operate and how the rest work, what they do differently and why, and then dove into Marty’s new book EMPOWERED and the motivation behind it. 

We also discussed how the best leaders empower their teams, how real product discovery and product work happens, and then talked about how alignment is a consequence of a good product strategy. 


]]> Buzzsprout-9198629 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 11:00:00 +0300 2163 131 full false EP 130 | Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia (Product School) - How a strong community can add value to your business and ensure long term retention. EP 130 | Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia (Product School) - How a strong community can add value to your business and ensure long term retention. Today on the show we have Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia, Founder and CEO at Product School. 

In this episode, we talked about the evolution and future of product management, the motivation and story behind building Product School, and why Carlos believes retention is the future for sustainable growth.

Carlos also then shares how they retain their students, how he set out to build such an amazing community, and how it adds value to their business and keeps students coming back.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have Carlos Gonzalez de Villaumbrosia, Founder and CEO at Product School. 

In this episode, we talked about the evolution and future of product management, the motivation and story behind building Product School, and why Carlos believes retention is the future for sustainable growth.

Carlos also then shares how they retain their students, how he set out to build such an amazing community, and how it adds value to their business and keeps students coming back.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Buzzsprout-9158217 Wed, 08 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0300 1936 130 full false EP 129 | Christoph Janz (Point Nine Capital) - The evolving SaaS industry and the impact on churn and retention EP 129 | Christoph Janz (Point Nine Capital) - The evolving SaaS industry and the impact on churn and retention Today on the show we have Christoph Janz, Managing Partner at Point Nine Capital.

In this episode, we talked about what Christoph loves the most about being an investor and what he misses as an entrepreneur, we also discussed how back in the day companies were flying blind when it came to churn and retention, and we then dove into the inspiration behind the infamous “Five ways to build a hundred million dollar business” post.

Finally, Christoph shared how much churn and retention come into the evaluation of companies he looks at and what are some of the best companies doing when it comes to actually retaining customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Christoph Janz, Managing Partner at Point Nine Capital.

In this episode, we talked about what Christoph loves the most about being an investor and what he misses as an entrepreneur, we also discussed how back in the day companies were flying blind when it came to churn and retention, and we then dove into the inspiration behind the infamous “Five ways to build a hundred million dollar business” post.

Finally, Christoph shared how much churn and retention come into the evaluation of companies he looks at and what are some of the best companies doing when it comes to actually retaining customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9121128 Wed, 01 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0300 2103 129 full false EP 128 | Babis Makrynikolas (Blueground) - Pricing and packaging strategies from Amazon and Blueground EP 128 | Babis Makrynikolas (Blueground) - Pricing and packaging strategies from Amazon and Blueground Today on the show we have Babis Makrynikolas, VP of Product and Pricing at Blueground.

In this episode, Babis explains what Blueground is and what his role is responsible for as the VP of Product and Pricing, we then dove into his experience at Amazon with pricing and packaging strategies, their methodology, customer interviews and more.

 We also discussed Babi’s challenges moving from a data-driven company like Amazon, to a fast-growing startup, and how their Business Intelligence team at Blueground operates. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Babis Makrynikolas, VP of Product and Pricing at Blueground.

In this episode, Babis explains what Blueground is and what his role is responsible for as the VP of Product and Pricing, we then dove into his experience at Amazon with pricing and packaging strategies, their methodology, customer interviews and more.

 We also discussed Babi’s challenges moving from a data-driven company like Amazon, to a fast-growing startup, and how their Business Intelligence team at Blueground operates. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9083987 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0300 1991 128 full false EP 127 | Jeff Heckler - How Pipedrive built a Customer Success team at scale that helped drastically decrease churn EP 127 | Jeff Heckler - How Pipedrive built a Customer Success team at scale that helped drastically decrease churn Today on the show we have Jeff Heckler, global head of customer success at Pipedrive.

In this episode, we talked about how Jeff went from being a numbers guy to a career in customer success, how Pipedrive’s CS team scaled from 15 to 55 people in just 18 months, and how the team is now structured.

 We also discussed the functions of a Customer Success operations team, the engagement and growth team within customer success, and the populations they serve. We then dove into KPI’s, key metrics, and how their team is empowered to drive success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Jeff Heckler, global head of customer success at Pipedrive.

In this episode, we talked about how Jeff went from being a numbers guy to a career in customer success, how Pipedrive’s CS team scaled from 15 to 55 people in just 18 months, and how the team is now structured.

 We also discussed the functions of a Customer Success operations team, the engagement and growth team within customer success, and the populations they serve. We then dove into KPI’s, key metrics, and how their team is empowered to drive success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-9048338 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0300 2278 127 full false EP 126 | How SentiSum helps brands leverage their customer conversation data to increase retention. EP 126 | How SentiSum helps brands leverage their customer conversation data to increase retention. Today on the show we have Sharad Khandelwal, co-founder, and CEO at SentiSum.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Sharad to build SentiSum, how brands leverage their customer conversation data to help increase retention, and how many customer conversations companies have to have before a platform like Sentisum really makes a difference. 

We also discussed the different challenges organizations face when it comes to utilizing customer support data, how the market has evolved, and we then briefly chatted about how frustrating customer support bots can be, and their differences with automations. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have Sharad Khandelwal, co-founder, and CEO at SentiSum.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Sharad to build SentiSum, how brands leverage their customer conversation data to help increase retention, and how many customer conversations companies have to have before a platform like Sentisum really makes a difference. 

We also discussed the different challenges organizations face when it comes to utilizing customer support data, how the market has evolved, and we then briefly chatted about how frustrating customer support bots can be, and their differences with automations. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Buzzsprout-9010392 Wed, 11 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0300 1295 126 full false EP 125 | Alfie Marsh - How Spendesk built a sales and revenue model that eliminates churn EP 125 | Alfie Marsh - How Spendesk built a sales and revenue model that eliminates churn Today on the show we have Alfie Marsh, Head of US GTM at Spendesk.

In this episode, we talked about Alfie’s responsibilities as Head of US GTM, the differences between the go-to-market strategies launching in the US vs the UK, and the different ways their sales team contributes to retention.

We also discussed the positive impact on churn by knowing exactly who your ideal customer profile is when sourcing outbound leads, identifying and reaching out to outbound prospects and how product positioning has the power to transform your company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Alfie Marsh, Head of US GTM at Spendesk.

In this episode, we talked about Alfie’s responsibilities as Head of US GTM, the differences between the go-to-market strategies launching in the US vs the UK, and the different ways their sales team contributes to retention.

We also discussed the positive impact on churn by knowing exactly who your ideal customer profile is when sourcing outbound leads, identifying and reaching out to outbound prospects and how product positioning has the power to transform your company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8965966 Wed, 04 Aug 2021 08:00:00 +0300 2675 125 full false EP 124 | Srikrishnan Ganesa (Rocketlane) - How revisiting your target market can help accelerate growth. EP 124 | Srikrishnan Ganesa (Rocketlane) - How revisiting your target market can help accelerate growth. Today on the show we have Srikrishnan Ganesa, co-founder and CEO of Rocketlane.

In this episode, Shri shares his experience navigating through a couple of acquisitions and how trust is the main component that ensures a smooth integration between the companies, Shri also shared what Konotor (his first startup) did prior to being acquired by FreshWorks and what their growth looked like leading to the acquisition. 

We then discussed how Freshchat changed their target customer by taking a step back and taking a look at the overall market, how that decision accelerated its growth, which then inspired Shri to take the leap once again and build a new product, Rocketlane.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Srikrishnan Ganesa, co-founder and CEO of Rocketlane.

In this episode, Shri shares his experience navigating through a couple of acquisitions and how trust is the main component that ensures a smooth integration between the companies, Shri also shared what Konotor (his first startup) did prior to being acquired by FreshWorks and what their growth looked like leading to the acquisition. 

We then discussed how Freshchat changed their target customer by taking a step back and taking a look at the overall market, how that decision accelerated its growth, which then inspired Shri to take the leap once again and build a new product, Rocketlane.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8936549 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0300 2291 124 full false EP 123 | Paul Lynch (Chargify) - The only silver bullet to mitigate churn is value EP 123 | Paul Lynch (Chargify) - The only silver bullet to mitigate churn is value Today on the show we have Paul Lynch, CEO at Chargify. 

In this episode with Paul, as a venture partner at Scaleworks we talked about their focus on investing in companies and operating them to drive growth, how they decide which companies to invest in and the enormous impact churn and retention has on making their investment  decisions. 

 We also discussed how Chargify sets targets and the metrics they need to focus on, why a data analyst should be one of your first hires, or not, and lastly... is there such a thing as acceptable churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Paul Lynch, CEO at Chargify. 

In this episode with Paul, as a venture partner at Scaleworks we talked about their focus on investing in companies and operating them to drive growth, how they decide which companies to invest in and the enormous impact churn and retention has on making their investment  decisions. 

 We also discussed how Chargify sets targets and the metrics they need to focus on, why a data analyst should be one of your first hires, or not, and lastly... is there such a thing as acceptable churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8898021 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0300 2022 123 full false EP 122 | A major milestone for Churn FM and an exciting investment announcement - Special guest: Panos Papadopoulos (Marathon VC) EP 122 | A major milestone for Churn FM and an exciting investment announcement - Special guest: Panos Papadopoulos (Marathon VC) Today on the show we have an extremely exciting announcement to make and I am joined by a special guest, Panos Papadopoulos, partner at Marathon Venture Capital.

In this episode, we talked about what Panos misses the most about being an entrepreneur having made his move into venture capital.

We also discussed why every VP or C Level of a company should spend time on support and dove into why communication and alignment within a team is critical when it comes to combating churn and increasing retention. 

We then discussed why Panos and team have decided to invest in a new startup I’m launching called Avrio. I’m extremely excited to share the news with you first on Churn FM as for those that don’t know, I started the show to build an audience before building a product, and after 2 years and 120+ episodes later, today is the day we’re launching. If you’re eager to find out what we’re building you can jump straight to the announcement at 25:00 minutes in.

As always, and more so today I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have an extremely exciting announcement to make and I am joined by a special guest, Panos Papadopoulos, partner at Marathon Venture Capital.

In this episode, we talked about what Panos misses the most about being an entrepreneur having made his move into venture capital.

We also discussed why every VP or C Level of a company should spend time on support and dove into why communication and alignment within a team is critical when it comes to combating churn and increasing retention. 

We then discussed why Panos and team have decided to invest in a new startup I’m launching called Avrio. I’m extremely excited to share the news with you first on Churn FM as for those that don’t know, I started the show to build an audience before building a product, and after 2 years and 120+ episodes later, today is the day we’re launching. If you’re eager to find out what we’re building you can jump straight to the announcement at 25:00 minutes in.

As always, and more so today I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8856350 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0300 2276 122 full false EP 121 | Wayne McCulloch (Google Cloud) - How to build a churn crushing Customer Success team, like Salesforce and Google Cloud. EP 121 | Wayne McCulloch (Google Cloud) - How to build a churn crushing Customer Success team, like Salesforce and Google Cloud. Today on the show we have Wayne McCulloch, Global Head of Customer Success at Google Cloud (SaaS).

In this episode, we talked about the evolution of Customer Success at Salesforce, the greatest challenge Customer Success reps face and Wayne then shared his biggest learning moving into the Customer Success industry.

We also discussed the importance of data when it comes to customer success at Salesforce, and dove into how to build a CS framework to reach a Salesforce or Google Cloud level of sophistication.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Wayne McCulloch, Global Head of Customer Success at Google Cloud (SaaS).

In this episode, we talked about the evolution of Customer Success at Salesforce, the greatest challenge Customer Success reps face and Wayne then shared his biggest learning moving into the Customer Success industry.

We also discussed the importance of data when it comes to customer success at Salesforce, and dove into how to build a CS framework to reach a Salesforce or Google Cloud level of sophistication.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Chrystalla Pieri Buzzsprout-8825188 Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0300 2196 121 full false EP 120 | Etie Hertz (Loris.ai) - How customer support conversations with your customers can help reduce churn. EP 120 | Etie Hertz (Loris.ai) - How customer support conversations with your customers can help reduce churn. Today on the show we have Etie Hertz, co-founder and CEO of Loris.ai.

In this episode, we talked about why Etie decided to double down on support and build Loris.ai, how it works, and how their customers use it to reduce churn. 

We then dove into Etie’s experience building his previous company Payment Revolution. How they prevented churn at the very beginning and how they made sure to stay top of mind. Etie then shared how they dealt with the customer transition between Payment Revolution and ShopKeep when they got acquired.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Etie Hertz, co-founder and CEO of Loris.ai.

In this episode, we talked about why Etie decided to double down on support and build Loris.ai, how it works, and how their customers use it to reduce churn. 

We then dove into Etie’s experience building his previous company Payment Revolution. How they prevented churn at the very beginning and how they made sure to stay top of mind. Etie then shared how they dealt with the customer transition between Payment Revolution and ShopKeep when they got acquired.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8787517 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0300 2262 120 full false EP 119 | Jeremey Donovan - How SalesLoft delight and retain customers by building fun, useful tools they give away. EP 119 | Jeremey Donovan - How SalesLoft delight and retain customers by building fun, useful tools they give away. Today on the show we have Jeremey Donovan, SVP of Revenue Strategy at SalesLoft.

In this episode, Jeremey talks about his responsibilities as the SVP of Revenue Strategy at SalesLoft, what the word “Strategy” means to him and how he goes about implementing one. 

We also discussed how building free tools helps SalesLoft with lead gen, customer delight and ultimately retention, and Jeremey then shared some ideas he and his sales team implemented throughout the years to boost retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Jeremey Donovan, SVP of Revenue Strategy at SalesLoft.

In this episode, Jeremey talks about his responsibilities as the SVP of Revenue Strategy at SalesLoft, what the word “Strategy” means to him and how he goes about implementing one. 

We also discussed how building free tools helps SalesLoft with lead gen, customer delight and ultimately retention, and Jeremey then shared some ideas he and his sales team implemented throughout the years to boost retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8750209 Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0300 2181 119 full false EP 118 | Fletcher Richman (Atlassian) - Halp’s effortless and unique land and expand strategy that boosts retention. EP 118 | Fletcher Richman (Atlassian) - Halp’s effortless and unique land and expand strategy that boosts retention. Today on the show we have Fletcher Richman, co-founder of Halp who now serves as the head of Product for Halp after the recent acquisition by Atlassian.

In this episode, we talked about the role churn and retention rate when it comes to evaluating an investment opportunity. We then moved on to discuss what Halp is, the motivation behind building it, and how they made the decision to pivot from building an integration tool, to a standalone ticketing solution built on top of Slack and Microsoft teams.

We also discussed how keeping it simple helps Halp measure churn and retention, and then dove into their unique and effortless land and expand strategy. We also chatted about how starting with small teams makes their sales process easier and gives them more opportunity for expansion. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Fletcher Richman, co-founder of Halp who now serves as the head of Product for Halp after the recent acquisition by Atlassian.

In this episode, we talked about the role churn and retention rate when it comes to evaluating an investment opportunity. We then moved on to discuss what Halp is, the motivation behind building it, and how they made the decision to pivot from building an integration tool, to a standalone ticketing solution built on top of Slack and Microsoft teams.

We also discussed how keeping it simple helps Halp measure churn and retention, and then dove into their unique and effortless land and expand strategy. We also chatted about how starting with small teams makes their sales process easier and gives them more opportunity for expansion. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8711593 Wed, 16 Jun 2021 11:00:00 +0300 1954 118 full true EP 117 | Esben Friis-Jensen (Userflow) - How sale incentives drive net retention in customer success. EP 117 | Esben Friis-Jensen (Userflow) - How sale incentives drive net retention in customer success. Today on the show we have Esben Friis-Jensen, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Userflow. 

In this episode, we talked about Esben’s experience building out the sales team at Cobalt and how they kicked their sales motion off the ground, what triggered the need for customer success 3 years in, and what the benefits are of having sales incentives as a customer success manager.

We also discussed how customer video interviews keep the Cobalt team on the same page when it comes to their ideal customer profile, why product led growth led Esben to join Userflow, and we dove into how being late in the market helped differentiate Userflow from its competition. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Esben Friis-Jensen, co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Userflow. 

In this episode, we talked about Esben’s experience building out the sales team at Cobalt and how they kicked their sales motion off the ground, what triggered the need for customer success 3 years in, and what the benefits are of having sales incentives as a customer success manager.

We also discussed how customer video interviews keep the Cobalt team on the same page when it comes to their ideal customer profile, why product led growth led Esben to join Userflow, and we dove into how being late in the market helped differentiate Userflow from its competition. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8672511 Wed, 09 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +0300 2222 117 full false EP 116 | Teresa Anania - How Zendesk is adapting best practices in product to customer success, and how it impacts churn and retention. EP 116 | Teresa Anania - How Zendesk is adapting best practices in product to customer success, and how it impacts churn and retention. Today on the show we have Teresa Anania, VP of Global Customer Success and Renewals at Zendesk.

In this episode, we talked about effective ways to measure the impact of Customer Success, how Zendesk runs “experimentation programs” within their CS team, and Teresa also explains why time to value is their go-to metric. 

We also discussed the role of a Practise Manager and their function within the team, how CS and sales work together in upsells and renewals, and how Zendesk makes sure to mitigate customer frustrations when being juggled between teams. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Teresa Anania, VP of Global Customer Success and Renewals at Zendesk.

In this episode, we talked about effective ways to measure the impact of Customer Success, how Zendesk runs “experimentation programs” within their CS team, and Teresa also explains why time to value is their go-to metric. 

We also discussed the role of a Practise Manager and their function within the team, how CS and sales work together in upsells and renewals, and how Zendesk makes sure to mitigate customer frustrations when being juggled between teams. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8629513 Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0300 2129 116 full false EP 115 | Eric Keating - How Appcues customize their onboarding flow based on a “product adoption score” to increase retention. EP 115 | Eric Keating - How Appcues customize their onboarding flow based on a “product adoption score” to increase retention. Today on the show we have Eric Keating, VP of Marketing at Appcues.

In this episode, we talked about how Appcues differentiate themselves from the pack operating in such a competitive market, how they use their own service and why their marketing team owns customer onboarding. 

We also discussed how big successful companies got away with shitty customer onboarding experiences and why you cannot afford to do it now. We then dove into the importance of continuous onboarding, and talked about how Appcues uses a “product adoption score” to customize their onboarding flow to set up their customers for success. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have Eric Keating, VP of Marketing at Appcues.

In this episode, we talked about how Appcues differentiate themselves from the pack operating in such a competitive market, how they use their own service and why their marketing team owns customer onboarding. 

We also discussed how big successful companies got away with shitty customer onboarding experiences and why you cannot afford to do it now. We then dove into the importance of continuous onboarding, and talked about how Appcues uses a “product adoption score” to customize their onboarding flow to set up their customers for success. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-8591611 Wed, 26 May 2021 15:00:00 +0300 1799 115 full true EP 114 | Cactus Raazi (EXOS) - How to increase customer retention through personalized pricing EP 114 | Cactus Raazi (EXOS) - How to increase customer retention through personalized pricing Today on the show we have Cactus Raazi, author of Price. 

In this episode, we talked about what drove Cactus to write Price, his theory on; should pricing be personalized to individual customers, and the different building blocks to create a more personalized pricing approach.

 We also discussed the starting point of the pricing conversation within a company, why pricing is often a guesstimation, and why that’s a problem, and lastly Cactus shares different ways to drive expansion revenue from existing customers, by rewarding loyalty.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Cactus Raazi, author of Price. 

In this episode, we talked about what drove Cactus to write Price, his theory on; should pricing be personalized to individual customers, and the different building blocks to create a more personalized pricing approach.

 We also discussed the starting point of the pricing conversation within a company, why pricing is often a guesstimation, and why that’s a problem, and lastly Cactus shares different ways to drive expansion revenue from existing customers, by rewarding loyalty.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8547427 Wed, 19 May 2021 10:00:00 +0300 2249 114 full false EP 113 | Harini Karthik (Loom) - How to build a data team to uncover retention drivers & fuel growth for your business EP 113 | Harini Karthik (Loom) - How to build a data team to uncover retention drivers & fuel growth for your business Today on the show we have Harini Karthik, Head of data at Loom.

In this episode, we talked about the ideal data setup at a company, where to start and how to build a data team that influences strategy and drives growth for the company.

We also discussed why you should prioritize understanding the LTV of your customers as one of your first big data challenges and broke down a step by step guide on how to do it. We dove into how to identify where your users are coming from, the tech stack you’ll need, and lastly how to set up your historical revenue tables for analysis and building out dashboards. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Harini Karthik, Head of data at Loom.

In this episode, we talked about the ideal data setup at a company, where to start and how to build a data team that influences strategy and drives growth for the company.

We also discussed why you should prioritize understanding the LTV of your customers as one of your first big data challenges and broke down a step by step guide on how to do it. We dove into how to identify where your users are coming from, the tech stack you’ll need, and lastly how to set up your historical revenue tables for analysis and building out dashboards. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8505511 Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 +0300 2471 113 full false EP 112 - Louis Grenier (Everyone Hates Marketers) - How to Stand the F*ck Out with Louis Grenier. EP 112 - Louis Grenier (Everyone Hates Marketers) - How to Stand the F*ck Out with Louis Grenier. Today on the show we have Louis Grenier, podcast host of Everyone Hates Marketers and the creator of the 8 week course called Stand the fuck out.

In this episode, we talked about how the course can help you and your business STFO and why you need to. We also chatted about the motivations that led him to create it in the beginning.

We also discussed why Louis hates the idea of category creation and what he believes you should aim for instead, and then dove straight into the different steps you need to take to achieve radical differentiation. Finally we discussed why big brands and market leaders can afford not to be different.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Louis Grenier, podcast host of Everyone Hates Marketers and the creator of the 8 week course called Stand the fuck out.

In this episode, we talked about how the course can help you and your business STFO and why you need to. We also chatted about the motivations that led him to create it in the beginning.

We also discussed why Louis hates the idea of category creation and what he believes you should aim for instead, and then dove straight into the different steps you need to take to achieve radical differentiation. Finally we discussed why big brands and market leaders can afford not to be different.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8459391 Wed, 05 May 2021 13:00:00 +0300 2350 112 full true EP 111 - Nick Fogle (Churnkey) - How Wavve optimized their offboarding flow for retention, and productized their process to help other companies reduce churn. EP 111 - Nick Fogle (Churnkey) - How Wavve optimized their offboarding flow for retention, and productized their process to help other companies reduce churn. Today on the show we have Nick Fogle, co-founder of Churnkey.

In this episode we talked about what Nick hated about being a lawyer so much that he decided to take a job as a shuttle driver, and learn how to code between rides. 

 We also discussed the moment he realized his first startup was about to hit it’s growth ceiling due to extreme high churn, how they optimized their offboarding flow for retention and finally how this experience motivated him to launch Churnkey and help other companies with churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Nick Fogle, co-founder of Churnkey.

In this episode we talked about what Nick hated about being a lawyer so much that he decided to take a job as a shuttle driver, and learn how to code between rides. 

 We also discussed the moment he realized his first startup was about to hit it’s growth ceiling due to extreme high churn, how they optimized their offboarding flow for retention and finally how this experience motivated him to launch Churnkey and help other companies with churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8375725 Wed, 28 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0300 1718 111 full false EP 110 - Tadas Labudis (Prodsight) - Why you should rethink churn exit surveys and what to do instead. EP 110 - Tadas Labudis (Prodsight) - Why you should rethink churn exit surveys and what to do instead. Today on the show we have Tadas Labudis, co-founder and CEO of Prodsight.

In this episode, we talked about how multiple channels and siloed feedback can be a company’s biggest customer feedback analysis challenge, and how good data hygiene is the foundation of data collaboration across teams.   

We also dove into why you should rethink your churn exit survey and what you can do instead. Lastly we discussed the different ways you can analyze churn against support tickets and feature requests.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Tadas Labudis, co-founder and CEO of Prodsight.

In this episode, we talked about how multiple channels and siloed feedback can be a company’s biggest customer feedback analysis challenge, and how good data hygiene is the foundation of data collaboration across teams.   

We also dove into why you should rethink your churn exit survey and what you can do instead. Lastly we discussed the different ways you can analyze churn against support tickets and feature requests.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8375328 Wed, 21 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0300 1966 110 full false EP 109 | Julien Codorniou - How Workplace from Facebook scaled to over 5 million users with near-zero customer churn. EP 109 | Julien Codorniou - How Workplace from Facebook scaled to over 5 million users with near-zero customer churn. Today on the show we have Julien Codorniou, VP of Workplace from Facebook.

In this episode we talked about Facebook’s obsession with user satisfaction, adoption and retention, how Workplace first started as an internal tool for facebook employees and why they decided to turn it into a business.

We also discussed Workplace’s superpower and how they differentiate from their competition, we also dove into their top-down and wall to wall growth and go-to market strategy, and finally discussed their biggest churn risk and how demand dictated the products’ direction.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Julien Codorniou, VP of Workplace from Facebook.

In this episode we talked about Facebook’s obsession with user satisfaction, adoption and retention, how Workplace first started as an internal tool for facebook employees and why they decided to turn it into a business.

We also discussed Workplace’s superpower and how they differentiate from their competition, we also dove into their top-down and wall to wall growth and go-to market strategy, and finally discussed their biggest churn risk and how demand dictated the products’ direction.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8332773 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0300 2417 109 full false EP 108 | Chris Hicken ('nuffsaid) - How to crush churn before it even starts with user testing. EP 108 | Chris Hicken ('nuffsaid) - How to crush churn before it even starts with user testing. Today on the show we have Chris Hicken, CEO at 'nuffsaid.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Chris to build 'nuffsaid, and how it helps Customer Success teams. How userstesting.com conducts user testing to mitigate churn, and he also shares the 3 most common user testing mistakes that companies make. 

We also discussed the fundamentals of building an effective low-touch customer success model, how to level up it’s maturity and the skill sets needed to do so at each level.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Chris Hicken, CEO at 'nuffsaid.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Chris to build 'nuffsaid, and how it helps Customer Success teams. How userstesting.com conducts user testing to mitigate churn, and he also shares the 3 most common user testing mistakes that companies make. 

We also discussed the fundamentals of building an effective low-touch customer success model, how to level up it’s maturity and the skill sets needed to do so at each level.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8287278 Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0300 2948 108 full false EP 107 | Ashvin Vaidyanathan - How Gainsight’s Customer Success and Product teams work together towards a common north star metric. EP 107 | Ashvin Vaidyanathan - How Gainsight’s Customer Success and Product teams work together towards a common north star metric. Today on the show we have Ashvin Vaidyanathan, author and CCO at Gainsight.

In this episode, we talked about the power and impact that Customer Success and Product teams have when joining forces, why Ashvin created a Customer Experience position to act as a liaison between the two teams and how they have a common north star metric they focus on.

We also discussed how the CS team determines which pain points are important to act upon, what that process looks like, how they measure the impact of multiple teams sharing one metric, and how a customer success team of over 150 professionals is structured.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Ashvin Vaidyanathan, author and CCO at Gainsight.

In this episode, we talked about the power and impact that Customer Success and Product teams have when joining forces, why Ashvin created a Customer Experience position to act as a liaison between the two teams and how they have a common north star metric they focus on.

We also discussed how the CS team determines which pain points are important to act upon, what that process looks like, how they measure the impact of multiple teams sharing one metric, and how a customer success team of over 150 professionals is structured.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8245994 Wed, 31 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0300 2348 107 full false EP 106 | Rav Dhaliwal (Crane Venture Partners) - The evolution of Customer Success and what CS teams are still getting wrong in 2021 EP 106 | Rav Dhaliwal (Crane Venture Partners) - The evolution of Customer Success and what CS teams are still getting wrong in 2021 Today on the show we have Rav Dhaliwa, Investor and Venture Partner at Crane Venture Partners.

In this episode, we talked about Rav’s impressive career heading up CS at some of the top hyper-growth SaaS companies, how he’s seen the industry evolve over the past 15 years, and why CS leaders have two customers: the ones they serve externally and the teams they need to sell their value to internally.

Rav also shared tips on how to get started when setting up customer success and the one thing CS teams are getting wrong all around and how to improve it.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Rav Dhaliwa, Investor and Venture Partner at Crane Venture Partners.

In this episode, we talked about Rav’s impressive career heading up CS at some of the top hyper-growth SaaS companies, how he’s seen the industry evolve over the past 15 years, and why CS leaders have two customers: the ones they serve externally and the teams they need to sell their value to internally.

Rav also shared tips on how to get started when setting up customer success and the one thing CS teams are getting wrong all around and how to improve it.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8201110 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0200 2718 106 full false EP 105 | Mayor Francis X. Suarez - City as a Service (CaaS): How the best cities retain their citizens. EP 105 | Mayor Francis X. Suarez - City as a Service (CaaS): How the best cities retain their citizens. Today on the show we have Francis Suarez, Mayor of Miami.

In this episode, we talked about the mass migration of startups and talent from places like San Francisco and New York to Miami. How Mayor Suarez retains his citizens by treating them as his customers, and what his citizen success team looks like. 

 We also discussed how the Mayor attracts VC’s to the city, how he onboards new citizens for success, Miami’s development roadmap, and how Miami is incentivising tech companies to make the move. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Francis Suarez, Mayor of Miami.

In this episode, we talked about the mass migration of startups and talent from places like San Francisco and New York to Miami. How Mayor Suarez retains his citizens by treating them as his customers, and what his citizen success team looks like. 

 We also discussed how the Mayor attracts VC’s to the city, how he onboards new citizens for success, Miami’s development roadmap, and how Miami is incentivising tech companies to make the move. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8157126 Wed, 17 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0200 1122 105 full false EP 104 | Erica Ayotte - How Privy doubled down on a cross functional CS team, and what this means for retention. EP 104 | Erica Ayotte - How Privy doubled down on a cross functional CS team, and what this means for retention. Today on the show we have Erica Ayotte, VP of Customer Success at Privy.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of having deep expertise in a Customer Success team and how every CS manager at Privy has their very own unique superpower. Erica also explains how Privy successfully manages to provide a high-touch model feel to their customers at scale.

 Erica also shares the tactics she uses to grab her customer’s attention when sharing helpful advice, how Customer Success, Product, and Marketing collaborate and share responsibility around customer communication at Privy, to avoid bombarding customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Erica Ayotte, VP of Customer Success at Privy.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of having deep expertise in a Customer Success team and how every CS manager at Privy has their very own unique superpower. Erica also explains how Privy successfully manages to provide a high-touch model feel to their customers at scale.

 Erica also shares the tactics she uses to grab her customer’s attention when sharing helpful advice, how Customer Success, Product, and Marketing collaborate and share responsibility around customer communication at Privy, to avoid bombarding customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-8113517 Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0200 1905 104 full false EP 103 | Brian LaFaille (Google) - Why Brian threw out the notion of customer journey maps and replaced it with a behaviour mapping exercise to increase retention. EP 103 | Brian LaFaille (Google) - Why Brian threw out the notion of customer journey maps and replaced it with a behaviour mapping exercise to increase retention. Today on the show we have Brian LaFaille, Global Head, Customer Success Strategic Programs at Google.

In this episode, we talked about how Brian is navigating customer retention post the Google acquisition, how both Google and Looker benefited from joining forces, and how they managed and prepared their existing customers for the transition.

 We also discussed Looker’s explosive growth since joining Google, and why Brian threw out the notion of customer journey maps and replaced it with a behaviour mapping exercise. Brian also shares the one thing he learned about churn and retention that he had a different perspective on before joining Google.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Brian LaFaille, Global Head, Customer Success Strategic Programs at Google.

In this episode, we talked about how Brian is navigating customer retention post the Google acquisition, how both Google and Looker benefited from joining forces, and how they managed and prepared their existing customers for the transition.

 We also discussed Looker’s explosive growth since joining Google, and why Brian threw out the notion of customer journey maps and replaced it with a behaviour mapping exercise. Brian also shares the one thing he learned about churn and retention that he had a different perspective on before joining Google.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8067002 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0200 1887 103 full false EP 102 | Harrison Rose (Paddle) - Crush churn by defining your product category and taking ownership. EP 102 | Harrison Rose (Paddle) - Crush churn by defining your product category and taking ownership. Today on the show we have Harrison Rose, co-founder and Chief Customer Officer at Paddle.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Harrison to just finish school and dive straight into building a hyper growth company. We then chatted about category creation and how Paddle is defining their Revenue Delivery Platform that they are taking ownership of and working towards creating and becoming the category leader.

We also discussed the million dollar SaaS metric, how Paddle helps its customers with their retention challenges and helps untangle their Frankenstein revenue management stack. Harrison also shares some churn trends in the market and tips on how to deal with involuntary churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Harrison Rose, co-founder and Chief Customer Officer at Paddle.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Harrison to just finish school and dive straight into building a hyper growth company. We then chatted about category creation and how Paddle is defining their Revenue Delivery Platform that they are taking ownership of and working towards creating and becoming the category leader.

We also discussed the million dollar SaaS metric, how Paddle helps its customers with their retention challenges and helps untangle their Frankenstein revenue management stack. Harrison also shares some churn trends in the market and tips on how to deal with involuntary churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-8020281 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0200 1972 102 full false EP 101 | Mike Sasaki and Tyler Ramsey (Mitek) - How to strategically plan and successfully execute a user onboarding revamp EP 101 | Mike Sasaki and Tyler Ramsey (Mitek) - How to strategically plan and successfully execute a user onboarding revamp Today on the show we have Mike Sakaki VP of Customer Success & Support, and Tyler Ramsey, Senior Customer Success Manager at Mitek. 

In this episode, we talked about what Mitek is and what they do, why Mike and Tyler made the decision to shift their onboarding flow, and the steps they took to implement their new onboarding program in order to mitigate churn.

We also discussed the single metric Mitek uses to measure the ROI CSM’s deliver to the business and how they decided on that specific metric, how their CSM reduces the time to value and Mike also explains why every CSM team should have their own data analyst. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Mike Sakaki VP of Customer Success & Support, and Tyler Ramsey, Senior Customer Success Manager at Mitek. 

In this episode, we talked about what Mitek is and what they do, why Mike and Tyler made the decision to shift their onboarding flow, and the steps they took to implement their new onboarding program in order to mitigate churn.

We also discussed the single metric Mitek uses to measure the ROI CSM’s deliver to the business and how they decided on that specific metric, how their CSM reduces the time to value and Mike also explains why every CSM team should have their own data analyst. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-7917967 Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0200 2141 101 full false EP 100 | Ziv Peled 💥 - How AppsFlyer flipped their focus on churn to retention & renewals and built growth predictability in the process. EP 100 | Ziv Peled 💥 - How AppsFlyer flipped their focus on churn to retention & renewals and built growth predictability in the process. Today is a BIG day as Churn FM turns 100 episodes old! 

It’s been an amazing learning curve and I’ve been super lucky to speak to and learn from some of the brightest minds in the business. 

For this special episode I wanted to give back to you, and all the other listeners of the show, who have helped shape and make it what it is today. 

So to do that I turned to our amazing guests and asked for a big favour which they were super cool about and agreed to. 

This week you can stand a chance to win a free 30-min coaching call with one of our guests participating, to experience the learnings first hand and get to ask that question you wish I had. We have over 20 guests participating and I’m sure more will follow this week which is awesome.

To stand a chance of winning a session all you need to do is subscribe to our newsletter on churn.fm, listen to an episode of the guest you’d love to meet and share it on Twitter or LinkedIn to qualify.

One of these amazing guests who’s agreed to take part is with us today on the show. 

Ziv Peled is the Chief Customer Officer at AppsFlyer and no stranger to Churn FM either as we previously hosted him on episode 50

In this episode, we talked about the concept of 1% done in a SaaS business and why Ziv is now starting to look at the 99%, we also chatted about what has changed for Ziv in the past 7 years at AppsFlyer when it comes to retention, and what has stayed the same. 

We also discussed the different challenges of NPS and the importance of speaking to the right people within an organization, how Ziv measures the success of his CSM’s with a score based on inputs within their control, and how their team forecasts revenue and renewals.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today is a BIG day as Churn FM turns 100 episodes old! 

It’s been an amazing learning curve and I’ve been super lucky to speak to and learn from some of the brightest minds in the business. 

For this special episode I wanted to give back to you, and all the other listeners of the show, who have helped shape and make it what it is today. 

So to do that I turned to our amazing guests and asked for a big favour which they were super cool about and agreed to. 

This week you can stand a chance to win a free 30-min coaching call with one of our guests participating, to experience the learnings first hand and get to ask that question you wish I had. We have over 20 guests participating and I’m sure more will follow this week which is awesome.

To stand a chance of winning a session all you need to do is subscribe to our newsletter on churn.fm, listen to an episode of the guest you’d love to meet and share it on Twitter or LinkedIn to qualify.

One of these amazing guests who’s agreed to take part is with us today on the show. 

Ziv Peled is the Chief Customer Officer at AppsFlyer and no stranger to Churn FM either as we previously hosted him on episode 50

In this episode, we talked about the concept of 1% done in a SaaS business and why Ziv is now starting to look at the 99%, we also chatted about what has changed for Ziv in the past 7 years at AppsFlyer when it comes to retention, and what has stayed the same. 

We also discussed the different challenges of NPS and the importance of speaking to the right people within an organization, how Ziv measures the success of his CSM’s with a score based on inputs within their control, and how their team forecasts revenue and renewals.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-7783000 Wed, 10 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0200 2434 100 full false EP 99 | Emily González-Cebrián - How Froged retains customers by scaling a personal and human onboarding experience. EP 99 | Emily González-Cebrián - How Froged retains customers by scaling a personal and human onboarding experience. Today on the show we have Emily González-Cebrián, co-founder and CEO of Froged.

In this episode, we talked about why Emily decided to make the jump and start a SaaS business, how Froged was born, who their main customers are and how they help them with churn and retention. 

We also discussed the importance of onboarding and activation, their unique personalized and human onboarding experience, and how Froged uses Froged to retain their customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Emily González-Cebrián, co-founder and CEO of Froged.

In this episode, we talked about why Emily decided to make the jump and start a SaaS business, how Froged was born, who their main customers are and how they help them with churn and retention. 

We also discussed the importance of onboarding and activation, their unique personalized and human onboarding experience, and how Froged uses Froged to retain their customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-7647334 Wed, 03 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0200 1597 99 full false EP 98 | David Sakamoto (GitLab) - Why customer success should be the orchestrators of your customer experience across the board EP 98 | David Sakamoto (GitLab) - Why customer success should be the orchestrators of your customer experience across the board Today on the show we have David Sakamoto, VP of Customer Success at GitLab.

In this episode, we talked about how David remembers names leading a team of over 200 people, the biggest differences between company giants like Cisco and hyper-growth startups like GitLab, and what David’s vision is for Customer Success at GitLab.

 We also discussed why a CS team should be orchestrating the customer experience across the board, the hiring process at GitLab, and how to maintain your company culture and values during rapid company scaling.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have David Sakamoto, VP of Customer Success at GitLab.

In this episode, we talked about how David remembers names leading a team of over 200 people, the biggest differences between company giants like Cisco and hyper-growth startups like GitLab, and what David’s vision is for Customer Success at GitLab.

 We also discussed why a CS team should be orchestrating the customer experience across the board, the hiring process at GitLab, and how to maintain your company culture and values during rapid company scaling.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-7512400 Wed, 27 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0200 2371 98 full false EP 97 | Mariah Hay - How Help Scout uses Support-Driven Growth to increase retention. EP 97 | Mariah Hay - How Help Scout uses Support-Driven Growth to increase retention. Today on the show we have Mariah Hay, VP of Product at Help Scout

In this episode, Mariah shares the product principles she lives by, and the importance of having a cross-functional group of teams working towards outcomes with an aligned goal to avoid building a Frankenstein product.
 
We also discussed how Help Scout’s product team uses OKR’s, what Support Driven Growth is and how you can implement it, and we dove deep into Product Specialists at Help Scout, who they are, what they do, and the role they play in the support team. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Mariah Hay, VP of Product at Help Scout

In this episode, Mariah shares the product principles she lives by, and the importance of having a cross-functional group of teams working towards outcomes with an aligned goal to avoid building a Frankenstein product.
 
We also discussed how Help Scout’s product team uses OKR’s, what Support Driven Growth is and how you can implement it, and we dove deep into Product Specialists at Help Scout, who they are, what they do, and the role they play in the support team. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-7380214 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 09:00:00 +0200 2156 97 full false EP 96 | Derek Steer - How Mode’s hyper-focus on a specific customer persona increases retention and crushes the competition EP 96 | Derek Steer - How Mode’s hyper-focus on a specific customer persona increases retention and crushes the competition Today on the show we have Derek Steer, Co-founder, and CEO of Mode.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Derek as an analyst to start Mode, what they do, and who their typical customers are. 

 We also discussed how Mode nudged competitors out of their customer’s workflow by having a hyper-focus on technical analysts and what differentiates them in the data analysis market. Derek also shares how analysts at Mode analyze churn and retention and why you should also investigate churn even if it’s not a problem

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Derek Steer, Co-founder, and CEO of Mode.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Derek as an analyst to start Mode, what they do, and who their typical customers are. 

 We also discussed how Mode nudged competitors out of their customer’s workflow by having a hyper-focus on technical analysts and what differentiates them in the data analysis market. Derek also shares how analysts at Mode analyze churn and retention and why you should also investigate churn even if it’s not a problem

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-7271245 Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0200 2598 96 full false EP 95 | Shanta Bodhan (SupplyShift) - Why Customer Success at SupplyShift is involved early in the sales process and how this impacts churn. EP 95 | Shanta Bodhan (SupplyShift) - Why Customer Success at SupplyShift is involved early in the sales process and how this impacts churn. Today on the show we have Shanta Bodhan, Director of Customer Success at SupplyShift.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Shanta to make the switch from HR to customer success, the different parallels between employee retention and customer retention, and how SupplyShift adapts and aligns their product roadmap to their customer’s current needs.

We also discussed the relationship between Customer Success and Sales at SupplyShift and how they work together towards common goals and we also dove into how they retain customers with their company mission.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Shanta Bodhan, Director of Customer Success at SupplyShift.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Shanta to make the switch from HR to customer success, the different parallels between employee retention and customer retention, and how SupplyShift adapts and aligns their product roadmap to their customer’s current needs.

We also discussed the relationship between Customer Success and Sales at SupplyShift and how they work together towards common goals and we also dove into how they retain customers with their company mission.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-7159408 Wed, 06 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0200 2512 95 full false Ep 94 | Dan Burcaw (Nami ML) - Unique churn challenges for mobile subscription businesses and how to tackle them. Ep 94 | Dan Burcaw (Nami ML) - Unique churn challenges for mobile subscription businesses and how to tackle them. Today on the show we have Dan Burcaw, co-founder and CEO of Nami ML.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Dan to build Nami ML, the unique involuntary churn scenarios with mobile apps on iTunes and Google Play stores.

We also discussed the different risks and concerns that companies like Spotify and Netflix might face by charging their customers outside the mobile app ecosystem, and what role churn and retention played during the acquisition of Dan’s previous company. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Dan Burcaw, co-founder and CEO of Nami ML.

In this episode, we talked about what drove Dan to build Nami ML, the unique involuntary churn scenarios with mobile apps on iTunes and Google Play stores.

We also discussed the different risks and concerns that companies like Spotify and Netflix might face by charging their customers outside the mobile app ecosystem, and what role churn and retention played during the acquisition of Dan’s previous company. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-7014232 Wed, 30 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2240 94 full false EP 93 | Sydney Strader (Catalyst) - How InVision’s hyper-growth masked churn and retention rates and what was the turning point. EP 93 | Sydney Strader (Catalyst) - How InVision’s hyper-growth masked churn and retention rates and what was the turning point.  Today on the show we have Sydney Strader, Head of Customer Success at Catalyst.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Sydney to make the switch from a career in marketing to customer success, how you can align compensation between sales and customer success.

 We also discussed her time at Invision and how they maximized value for their customers by taking renewals off the CS team’s plate and how their hyper-growth masked churn and retention. Sydney also shared her number one challenge working at Catalyst and what a customer success team of customer success platform looks like.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]>  Today on the show we have Sydney Strader, Head of Customer Success at Catalyst.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Sydney to make the switch from a career in marketing to customer success, how you can align compensation between sales and customer success.

 We also discussed her time at Invision and how they maximized value for their customers by taking renewals off the CS team’s plate and how their hyper-growth masked churn and retention. Sydney also shared her number one challenge working at Catalyst and what a customer success team of customer success platform looks like.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-6981229 Wed, 23 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0200 2614 93 full true EP 92 | Javier Suarez (Oliva) - How TravelPerk reduced churn by building features that create superpowers for their users. EP 92 | Javier Suarez (Oliva) - How TravelPerk reduced churn by building features that create superpowers for their users. Today on the show we have Javier Suarez, co-founder of Oliva.

In this episode, we talked about what it feels like to start over again after building TravelPerk, a hyper-growth startup. Javier also shared how the anxiety that came with being a founder of a hyper-growth company motivated him to start Oliva just a few years later.

We also discussed how TravelPerk viewed churn and retention and what they did to solve it in the early days, we then dove into the evolution of their product team as their company scaled, why they focused their efforts on small to medium-sized businesses, how they made that decision, and how it influenced their product strategy. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Javier Suarez, co-founder of Oliva.

In this episode, we talked about what it feels like to start over again after building TravelPerk, a hyper-growth startup. Javier also shared how the anxiety that came with being a founder of a hyper-growth company motivated him to start Oliva just a few years later.

We also discussed how TravelPerk viewed churn and retention and what they did to solve it in the early days, we then dove into the evolution of their product team as their company scaled, why they focused their efforts on small to medium-sized businesses, how they made that decision, and how it influenced their product strategy. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-6863934 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2021 92 full false EP 91 | Kristi Faltorusso - Why IntelliShift ditched their churn risk score and now start all their customers off in the red zone. EP 91 | Kristi Faltorusso - Why IntelliShift ditched their churn risk score and now start all their customers off in the red zone. Today on the show we have Kristi Faltorusso, VP of Customer Success at IntelliShift. 

In this episode, we talked about how Kristi moved from a career in marketing to customer success and why it was the best decision she ever made. Kristi also shared what she focused on to get up to speed with the industry 12 years ago, and how previously being a power user of the product she worked for helped in launching her career in customer success.

We also discussed the common churn and retention challenges across the companies Kristi has worked at, how you can best understand what is valuable for your customer and how you can help them achieve it, how to define customer product outcomes vs business outcomes, and how you can get creative with contracts to help reduce churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Kristi Faltorusso, VP of Customer Success at IntelliShift. 

In this episode, we talked about how Kristi moved from a career in marketing to customer success and why it was the best decision she ever made. Kristi also shared what she focused on to get up to speed with the industry 12 years ago, and how previously being a power user of the product she worked for helped in launching her career in customer success.

We also discussed the common churn and retention challenges across the companies Kristi has worked at, how you can best understand what is valuable for your customer and how you can help them achieve it, how to define customer product outcomes vs business outcomes, and how you can get creative with contracts to help reduce churn. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-6765709 Wed, 09 Dec 2020 10:00:00 +0200 2822 91 full false EP 90 | Dave Blake (ClientSuccess) - How Adobe managed the transition from selling compact discs to cloud subscriptions. EP 90 | Dave Blake (ClientSuccess) - How Adobe managed the transition from selling compact discs to cloud subscriptions. Today on the show we have Dave Blake, founder, and CEO of ClientSuccess

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Dave to start ClientSuccess and how their service helps their customers drive expansion and reduce churn, he also shares what it was like being at Adobe when they made the big switch from selling compact discs to a cloud-based subscription service business.

We also discussed how Adobe became an extension of their customer’s team by physically working at their offices’ building deep relationships, how Dave is applying his learnings to his own company, and the evolution of a customer success team as a company scales.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Dave Blake, founder, and CEO of ClientSuccess

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Dave to start ClientSuccess and how their service helps their customers drive expansion and reduce churn, he also shares what it was like being at Adobe when they made the big switch from selling compact discs to a cloud-based subscription service business.

We also discussed how Adobe became an extension of their customer’s team by physically working at their offices’ building deep relationships, how Dave is applying his learnings to his own company, and the evolution of a customer success team as a company scales.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-6650611 Wed, 02 Dec 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2174 90 full true EP 89 | Luke Diaz (Clearbit) - How Optimizely, AppsFlyer and Clearbit approach their unique churn challenges. EP 89 | Luke Diaz (Clearbit) - How Optimizely, AppsFlyer and Clearbit approach their unique churn challenges. Today on the show we have Luke Diaz, VP of Customer Success at Clearbit.

In this episode, we talked about why Luke made a career switch from working at a Hedge Fund to diving into Customer Success, and how Optimizely shifted their go-to-market strategy to fix churn and retention.

We also discussed how AppsFlyer identifies strategic opportunities to drive expansion revenue, how you can show the impact of a team that doesn't own revenue, and how Clearbit approaches their churn and retention challenges.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have Luke Diaz, VP of Customer Success at Clearbit.

In this episode, we talked about why Luke made a career switch from working at a Hedge Fund to diving into Customer Success, and how Optimizely shifted their go-to-market strategy to fix churn and retention.

We also discussed how AppsFlyer identifies strategic opportunities to drive expansion revenue, how you can show the impact of a team that doesn't own revenue, and how Clearbit approaches their churn and retention challenges.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-6545575 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2110 89 full false EP 88 | Megan Murphy - How Hotjar’s VP of Product took the “Jobs To Be Done” framework to the next level, to build a customer value driven product strategy. EP 88 | Megan Murphy - How Hotjar’s VP of Product took the “Jobs To Be Done” framework to the next level, to build a customer value driven product strategy. Today on the show we have Megan Murphy, VP of Product at Hotjar.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of delighting customers in small ways no matter the stage or size of a company, how Megan took the “Jobs To Be Done” framework to the next level, and how she’s trying to build a more human product strategy at Hotjar. 

 We also discussed why growth at all costs can set you up for failure, how today’s product managers can keep up with change, and make sure they’re building for their customers today but at the same time future-proofing for tomorrow.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Megan Murphy, VP of Product at Hotjar.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of delighting customers in small ways no matter the stage or size of a company, how Megan took the “Jobs To Be Done” framework to the next level, and how she’s trying to build a more human product strategy at Hotjar. 

 We also discussed why growth at all costs can set you up for failure, how today’s product managers can keep up with change, and make sure they’re building for their customers today but at the same time future-proofing for tomorrow.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-6410017 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2140 88 full false EP 87 | Ryan Robinson (ryrob.com) - How content can be leveraged to increase retention and grow customer advocacy EP 87 | Ryan Robinson (ryrob.com) - How content can be leveraged to increase retention and grow customer advocacy Today on the show we have Ryan Robinson, founder, and blogger of ryrob.com

In this episode, we talked about how Ryan conducts revenue-generating keyword research, why revenue is his number one content metric to track, and how he helps companies with their overall content strategy.

We also discussed how Ryan tracks and measures results for his customers, how he uses content marketing as an educational tool to fuel long-term growth, his content generation process, and easy content production hacks you can apply in your own business.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Ryan Robinson, founder, and blogger of ryrob.com

In this episode, we talked about how Ryan conducts revenue-generating keyword research, why revenue is his number one content metric to track, and how he helps companies with their overall content strategy.

We also discussed how Ryan tracks and measures results for his customers, how he uses content marketing as an educational tool to fuel long-term growth, his content generation process, and easy content production hacks you can apply in your own business.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-6321136 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 09:00:00 +0200 1854 87 full false EP 86 | Megan Bowen (RefineLabs) - How Grubhub successfully retains customers during mergers and acquisitions. EP 86 | Megan Bowen (RefineLabs) - How Grubhub successfully retains customers during mergers and acquisitions. Today on the show we have Megan Bowen, Chief Customer Officer at RefineLabs

In this episode, we talked about what a revenue engine optimization agency does and how they help their customers grow with their demand generation framework.

We also discussed how to measure churn and retention for technology software products that have a service delivery component and how Grubhub successfully retains customers during the mergers and acquisitions they undertake.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Megan Bowen, Chief Customer Officer at RefineLabs

In this episode, we talked about what a revenue engine optimization agency does and how they help their customers grow with their demand generation framework.

We also discussed how to measure churn and retention for technology software products that have a service delivery component and how Grubhub successfully retains customers during the mergers and acquisitions they undertake.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-6216886 Wed, 04 Nov 2020 11:00:00 +0200 2388 86 full false EP 85 | Derek Skaletsky (Sherlock) - How to develop a customer engagement score and increase retention in the process EP 85 | Derek Skaletsky (Sherlock) - How to develop a customer engagement score and increase retention in the process Today on the show we have Derek Skaletsky, Founder and CEO of Sherlock.

In this episode, we talked about how Derek came up with the idea to build Sherlock and why now, how Sherlock determines an engagement score, and how CS, Sales, and Marketing teams can use it.

We also discussed how Derek’s Head of Customer Success self was arguing with his Head of Product self back at Kissmetrics whilst leading these two teams, and we dove into Kissmetric’s #1 reason for churn and how Derek and his team halved their churn rate in just 12 months with a scorecard.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Derek Skaletsky, Founder and CEO of Sherlock.

In this episode, we talked about how Derek came up with the idea to build Sherlock and why now, how Sherlock determines an engagement score, and how CS, Sales, and Marketing teams can use it.

We also discussed how Derek’s Head of Customer Success self was arguing with his Head of Product self back at Kissmetrics whilst leading these two teams, and we dove into Kissmetric’s #1 reason for churn and how Derek and his team halved their churn rate in just 12 months with a scorecard.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-6103420 Wed, 28 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0200 2180 85 full false EP 84 | Sançar Sahin (Oliva) - Sançar’s secret weapon to nailing a retention driving product positioning EP 84 | Sançar Sahin (Oliva) - Sançar’s secret weapon to nailing a retention driving product positioning Today on the show we have Sançar Sahin, co-founder of Oliva.

In this episode, we talked about the necessary elements you need to build a world-class marketing team, the impact a company’s go-to market strategy has on choosing the right team members, and the inspiration behind Oliva.

 We also discussed Sançar’s move from building teams as a VP, back to the scrappy stage of a one-man marketing team, the importance of getting deep insights and feedback at the very start of building a product, and how those insights helped clarify Oliva’s positioning.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Sançar Sahin, co-founder of Oliva.

In this episode, we talked about the necessary elements you need to build a world-class marketing team, the impact a company’s go-to market strategy has on choosing the right team members, and the inspiration behind Oliva.

 We also discussed Sançar’s move from building teams as a VP, back to the scrappy stage of a one-man marketing team, the importance of getting deep insights and feedback at the very start of building a product, and how those insights helped clarify Oliva’s positioning.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5975719 Wed, 21 Oct 2020 10:00:00 +0300 1952 84 full false EP 83 | Patrick Thompson (Iteratively) - How Atlassian mastered their land and expand strategy with experimentation. EP 83 | Patrick Thompson (Iteratively) - How Atlassian mastered their land and expand strategy with experimentation. Today on the show we have Patrick Thompson, co-founder, and CEO of Iteratively.

In this episode, we talked about why Patrick made the leap to start his own business, how 200 interviews over 6 months of customer discovery helped them find the biggest data-related pain point software teams have, and how Iteratively helps solve it. 

We also discussed what it was like to work in the growth team at Atlassian in the early days, the difference Patrick sees in picking and prioritising quick wins vs long-term bets to work on at a later stage company vs an early-stage startup, and how partnerships and tool integrations can help increase long-term retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Patrick Thompson, co-founder, and CEO of Iteratively.

In this episode, we talked about why Patrick made the leap to start his own business, how 200 interviews over 6 months of customer discovery helped them find the biggest data-related pain point software teams have, and how Iteratively helps solve it. 

We also discussed what it was like to work in the growth team at Atlassian in the early days, the difference Patrick sees in picking and prioritising quick wins vs long-term bets to work on at a later stage company vs an early-stage startup, and how partnerships and tool integrations can help increase long-term retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5889145 Wed, 14 Oct 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2544 83 full false EP 82 | Adelina Peltea - How Holded improves longterm retention with a “Constant Onboarding” approach. EP 82 | Adelina Peltea - How Holded improves longterm retention with a “Constant Onboarding” approach. Today on the show we have Adelina Peltea, VP of Growth at Holded.

In this episode, we talked about the biggest differences between different growth stages of a startup, why you should always stay true to your startup’s DNA, how to iterate your way to product-market fit at the Seed stage and why Adelina believes you should never get feedback from free users. 

 We also discussed Adelina’s responsibilities as VP of Growth at Holded, how she reshuffled her team to be more cross-functional and structured around each stage of the user journey, and how the growth team at Holded works together to improve activation rates. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Adelina Peltea, VP of Growth at Holded.

In this episode, we talked about the biggest differences between different growth stages of a startup, why you should always stay true to your startup’s DNA, how to iterate your way to product-market fit at the Seed stage and why Adelina believes you should never get feedback from free users. 

 We also discussed Adelina’s responsibilities as VP of Growth at Holded, how she reshuffled her team to be more cross-functional and structured around each stage of the user journey, and how the growth team at Holded works together to improve activation rates. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-5781112 Wed, 07 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0300 1751 82 full false EP 81 | Mark Tanner (Qwirl) - The pros and cons of a freemium plan and how it impacts churn EP 81 | Mark Tanner (Qwirl) - The pros and cons of a freemium plan and how it impacts churn Today on the show we have Mark Tanner, co-founder, and COO of Qwilr.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Mark taking the leap from a cushy job at Google to start his own business, why they built Qwilr, the motivation behind it, and what's the big plan for the future.  

We also discussed Qwilr’s on and off relationship with a freemium plan of their product, how first impressions always matter, and churn and retention in the context of sales.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Mark Tanner, co-founder, and COO of Qwilr.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Mark taking the leap from a cushy job at Google to start his own business, why they built Qwilr, the motivation behind it, and what's the big plan for the future.  

We also discussed Qwilr’s on and off relationship with a freemium plan of their product, how first impressions always matter, and churn and retention in the context of sales.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Buzzsprout-5636218 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2719 81 full true EP 80 | David Apple (Notion) - The evolving role of Customer Success in hyper-growth companies EP 80 | David Apple (Notion) - The evolving role of Customer Success in hyper-growth companies Today on the show we have David Apple, Head of Customer Success at Notion.

In this episode, we talked about the conflict between Sales and Customer Success and how it can be avoided, what the leading indicators of retention are at Typeform VS Notion, and how Typeform’s CS team segments its customers based on their retention rate to help prioritize, appoint resources, and make decisions. 

We also discussed why sooner is not always better, the low touch and high touch onboarding set up at Typeform & Notion, and why the two companies waited a long time to invest a single dollar in customer acquisition plus more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on the show we have David Apple, Head of Customer Success at Notion.

In this episode, we talked about the conflict between Sales and Customer Success and how it can be avoided, what the leading indicators of retention are at Typeform VS Notion, and how Typeform’s CS team segments its customers based on their retention rate to help prioritize, appoint resources, and make decisions. 

We also discussed why sooner is not always better, the low touch and high touch onboarding set up at Typeform & Notion, and why the two companies waited a long time to invest a single dollar in customer acquisition plus more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5565367 Wed, 23 Sep 2020 09:00:00 +0300 2045 80 full false EP 79 | Angel Steger (Facebook) - More than numbers: How a “bad hookup face” helped Pinterest increase virality and retention. EP 79 | Angel Steger (Facebook) - More than numbers: How a “bad hookup face” helped Pinterest increase virality and retention. Today on the show we have Angel Steger, Director Of Product Design at Facebook.

In this episode, we talked about what it’s like designing a building for over 2.7 billion users, how focusing on activation can increase retention, and how giving users a feeling of ownership had a big impact on Pinterest’s user activation.

We also discussed Qualitative research at Pinterest: How a bad hookup face helped increase their messaging response rate, and how Dropbox and Pinterest use internal experimentation systems to help avoid bad user experiences.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Angel Steger, Director Of Product Design at Facebook.

In this episode, we talked about what it’s like designing a building for over 2.7 billion users, how focusing on activation can increase retention, and how giving users a feeling of ownership had a big impact on Pinterest’s user activation.

We also discussed Qualitative research at Pinterest: How a bad hookup face helped increase their messaging response rate, and how Dropbox and Pinterest use internal experimentation systems to help avoid bad user experiences.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5360869 Wed, 16 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0300 2359 79 full true EP 78 | Francis Brero - Why MadKudu pivoted their company’s focus from churn risk detection to conversion prediction. EP 78 | Francis Brero - Why MadKudu pivoted their company’s focus from churn risk detection to conversion prediction. Today on the show we have Francis Brero, CRO, and Co-Founder of MadKudu.

In this episode, we talked about how Francis started out studying mechanical engineering and ended up founding a company now serving as the CFO, what MadKudu is and how they help their customers, and why starting off the company by helping companies predict churn didn’t work. 

We also discussed how a typical customer uses Madkudu and what success looks like for them, how Madkudu predicts retention at different time horizons, and the three stages of a customer’s lifecycle every CS team should know about.  

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Francis Brero, CRO, and Co-Founder of MadKudu.

In this episode, we talked about how Francis started out studying mechanical engineering and ended up founding a company now serving as the CFO, what MadKudu is and how they help their customers, and why starting off the company by helping companies predict churn didn’t work. 

We also discussed how a typical customer uses Madkudu and what success looks like for them, how Madkudu predicts retention at different time horizons, and the three stages of a customer’s lifecycle every CS team should know about.  

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-5342389 Wed, 09 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0300 2078 78 full false EP 77 | Ward Sandler (MemberSpace) - Reduce churn with these 3 cancelation alternatives in your exit flow. EP 77 | Ward Sandler (MemberSpace) - Reduce churn with these 3 cancelation alternatives in your exit flow. Today on the show we have Ward Sandler, co-founder of MemberSpace.

In this episode, we talked about the biggest point of failure for first-time subscription business owners, the evolution of pricing and packaging at MemberSpace, and the importance of figuring out what customers are willing to pay before you build a product.

We also discussed how MemberSpace educates its customers on churn, how Ward maintains and keeps up with customer conversations as the company grows,  and how you can decrease churn with cancelation alternatives.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Ward Sandler, co-founder of MemberSpace.

In this episode, we talked about the biggest point of failure for first-time subscription business owners, the evolution of pricing and packaging at MemberSpace, and the importance of figuring out what customers are willing to pay before you build a product.

We also discussed how MemberSpace educates its customers on churn, how Ward maintains and keeps up with customer conversations as the company grows,  and how you can decrease churn with cancelation alternatives.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5249038 Wed, 02 Sep 2020 10:00:00 +0300 1874 77 full false EP 76 | How retention helped Drift’s VP of strategy, Adam Schoenfeld build and sell 2 companies EP 76 | How retention helped Drift’s VP of strategy, Adam Schoenfeld build and sell 2 companies Today on the show we have Adam Schoenfeld, VP of Strategy at Drift, and GM of Drift Video.

In this episode, we talked about how a customer-centric approach helped him build and scale two successful businesses, why he talks to his customers every single day, and why everyone at Drift has chat duty.

We also discussed the importance of churn & retention when a company is being acquired, and how Adam views churn and retention now as VP of strategy at Drift vs his previous views as CEO of his own company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Adam Schoenfeld, VP of Strategy at Drift, and GM of Drift Video.

In this episode, we talked about how a customer-centric approach helped him build and scale two successful businesses, why he talks to his customers every single day, and why everyone at Drift has chat duty.

We also discussed the importance of churn & retention when a company is being acquired, and how Adam views churn and retention now as VP of strategy at Drift vs his previous views as CEO of his own company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5147698 Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0300 2262 76 full false EP 75 | Bozena Pieniazek (Maze) - How Product Marketing impacts churn & retention EP 75 | Bozena Pieniazek (Maze) - How Product Marketing impacts churn & retention Today on the show we have Bozena Pieniazek, Director of Marketing at Maze.

In this episode, we broke down the function of Product Marketing, discussed how it impacts churn and retention, shared views on where it should sit in a company, and dove into how product marketers help companies understand user personas and their different use cases.

We also discussed why Maze decided to rethink their positioning, how nailing your positioning & messaging, can help attract and bring in the right customers for your business, and how you can fill your marketing funnel by asking the right questions.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on the show we have Bozena Pieniazek, Director of Marketing at Maze.

In this episode, we broke down the function of Product Marketing, discussed how it impacts churn and retention, shared views on where it should sit in a company, and dove into how product marketers help companies understand user personas and their different use cases.

We also discussed why Maze decided to rethink their positioning, how nailing your positioning & messaging, can help attract and bring in the right customers for your business, and how you can fill your marketing funnel by asking the right questions.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-5050988 Wed, 19 Aug 2020 11:00:00 +0300 1803 75 full false EP 74 | Mark Thompson - Why your customers churn involuntarily and how to prevent it. EP 74 | Mark Thompson - Why your customers churn involuntarily and how to prevent it. Today on the show we have Mark Thompson, co-founder of PayKickstart.

In this episode, we talked about how an internal tool their team built ended up being their main product, affiliate programs as a channel for growth, and the challenges they face when it comes to churn & retention.

We also discussed how PayKickstart optimizes their onboarding to tackle churn, how they measure its impact, and how to avoid credit card failures by being proactive with your customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Mark Thompson, co-founder of PayKickstart.

In this episode, we talked about how an internal tool their team built ended up being their main product, affiliate programs as a channel for growth, and the challenges they face when it comes to churn & retention.

We also discussed how PayKickstart optimizes their onboarding to tackle churn, how they measure its impact, and how to avoid credit card failures by being proactive with your customers. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4961930 Wed, 12 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0300 2012 74 full false EP 73 | David Brice - Why Envato launched a subscription service alongside its 15-year-old transactional business. EP 73 | David Brice - Why Envato launched a subscription service alongside its 15-year-old transactional business. Today on the show we have David Brice, General Manager & Executive of the Customer Group at Envato

In this episode, we talked about how David made the switch from a green tech business owner to a marketplace software business General Manager, why Envato launched a subscription service alongside its 15-year-old transactional business, and how the two business models are treated within the company. 
 
We also discussed how they balance the supply and demand function to make sure their authors are earning a healthy income on both products, how they minimize churn and increase retention, their health metrics, and what David wished he knew about churn and retention when he first started out.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have David Brice, General Manager & Executive of the Customer Group at Envato

In this episode, we talked about how David made the switch from a green tech business owner to a marketplace software business General Manager, why Envato launched a subscription service alongside its 15-year-old transactional business, and how the two business models are treated within the company. 
 
We also discussed how they balance the supply and demand function to make sure their authors are earning a healthy income on both products, how they minimize churn and increase retention, their health metrics, and what David wished he knew about churn and retention when he first started out.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Buzzsprout-4854377 Wed, 05 Aug 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2608 73 full true EP 72 | Panos Siozos - How crossing the chasm into the late majority impacts churn and how to avoid it EP 72 | Panos Siozos - How crossing the chasm into the late majority impacts churn and how to avoid it Today on the show we have Panos Siozos, co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Panos to take the leap from a job in education & parliament to starting his own company, how COVID-19 has impacted the eLearning industry & how LearnWorld’s funnel tripled in just one day.
 
We also discussed how LearnWorld is retaining its customers in this new breed of teachers, how they use their own product to onboard their customers & educate them on how to succeed, & more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Panos Siozos, co-founder and CEO of LearnWorlds.

In this episode, we talked about what it was like for Panos to take the leap from a job in education & parliament to starting his own company, how COVID-19 has impacted the eLearning industry & how LearnWorld’s funnel tripled in just one day.
 
We also discussed how LearnWorld is retaining its customers in this new breed of teachers, how they use their own product to onboard their customers & educate them on how to succeed, & more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4761155 Wed, 29 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2207 72 full false EP 71 | John Henwood - How productboard increased retention by scaling a handheld onboarding experience EP 71 | John Henwood - How productboard increased retention by scaling a handheld onboarding experience Today on the show we have John Henwood, Director of Customer Success at Productboard.

In this episode, we talked about how customer success has evolved over the past 10 years, how Customer Success’s approach to increasing retention differs at a big organization VS an early-stage startup, and how John prioritized his focus when he first joined Productboard.

We also discussed why Productboard’s Customer Success team handhold their customers through their onboarding process, how they measure success, and what was John’s thought-process when building out and scaling the customer success team at Productboard. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have John Henwood, Director of Customer Success at Productboard.

In this episode, we talked about how customer success has evolved over the past 10 years, how Customer Success’s approach to increasing retention differs at a big organization VS an early-stage startup, and how John prioritized his focus when he first joined Productboard.

We also discussed why Productboard’s Customer Success team handhold their customers through their onboarding process, how they measure success, and what was John’s thought-process when building out and scaling the customer success team at Productboard. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4659425 Wed, 22 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2194 71 full false EP 70 | Ryan Bonnici - How G2 structures its marketing team to accelerate growth and increase retention. EP 70 | Ryan Bonnici - How G2 structures its marketing team to accelerate growth and increase retention. Today on the show we have Ryan Bonnici one of the World's Most Influential CMOs as named by Forbes currently leading the marketing team at G2.
 
In this episode, we talked about Ryan’s responsibilities as CMO at G2, how he and his team split their focus, and how G2’s Product team mirrors their marketing team’s structure.
 
We also discussed G2’s Buyer Intent and how it arms companies to predict churn, how their retention team measures success, and how they guide their free users into their paid funnel.
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Ryan Bonnici one of the World's Most Influential CMOs as named by Forbes currently leading the marketing team at G2.
 
In this episode, we talked about Ryan’s responsibilities as CMO at G2, how he and his team split their focus, and how G2’s Product team mirrors their marketing team’s structure.
 
We also discussed G2’s Buyer Intent and how it arms companies to predict churn, how their retention team measures success, and how they guide their free users into their paid funnel.
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4568537 Wed, 15 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2808 70 full true EP 69 | Samuel Hulick - How to improve user retention with a killer onboarding plan. EP 69 | Samuel Hulick - How to improve user retention with a killer onboarding plan. Today on the show we have Samuel Hulick, the person behind the infamous onboarding teardowns from UserOnboard.com

In this episode, we talked about the single biggest mistake that product companies keep repeating when it comes to user onboarding, how Samuel approaches building an onboarding experience, and the key metrics he believes are important to measure. 

We also discussed where onboarding starts & ends, Slack & Duolingo’s onboarding experience & what makes them stand out, and last but not least we chatted about the relationship between retention & onboarding through Samuel’s lense. 
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Samuel Hulick, the person behind the infamous onboarding teardowns from UserOnboard.com

In this episode, we talked about the single biggest mistake that product companies keep repeating when it comes to user onboarding, how Samuel approaches building an onboarding experience, and the key metrics he believes are important to measure. 

We also discussed where onboarding starts & ends, Slack & Duolingo’s onboarding experience & what makes them stand out, and last but not least we chatted about the relationship between retention & onboarding through Samuel’s lense. 
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4471262 Wed, 08 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2318 69 full false EP 68 | Sjoerd Handgraaf - How to increase retention in a two-sided Marketplace Business EP 68 | Sjoerd Handgraaf - How to increase retention in a two-sided Marketplace Business Today on the show we have Sjoerd Handgraaf, CMO at Sharetribe. 

In this episode, we talked about why retention is key to tackling the supply vs demand problem in marketplace businesses, what liquidity is and why it is important, and the key things you need to be looking at when building a marketplace business.

We also discussed early churn at Sharetribe, why they built an entirely new product to tackle graduation churn, and how the Sharetribe’s marketing team operates around churn and retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Sjoerd Handgraaf, CMO at Sharetribe. 

In this episode, we talked about why retention is key to tackling the supply vs demand problem in marketplace businesses, what liquidity is and why it is important, and the key things you need to be looking at when building a marketplace business.

We also discussed early churn at Sharetribe, why they built an entirely new product to tackle graduation churn, and how the Sharetribe’s marketing team operates around churn and retention. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4383539 Wed, 01 Jul 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2438 68 full false EP 67 | Mark Roberge - How to drive revenue growth through customer retention EP 67 | Mark Roberge - How to drive revenue growth through customer retention Today on the show we have Mark Roberge, Managing Director at Stage 2 Capital, and former Chief Revenue Officer at Hubspot. 

In this episode, we talked about the strengths of a successful CRO, the growth phases of a company’s lifecycle, and why retention is the one metric that defines product-market fit.  

We also discussed the pillars of a good go-to-market strategy, how Hubspot discovered their key leading indicators for customer retention in the early days, and more. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Mark Roberge, Managing Director at Stage 2 Capital, and former Chief Revenue Officer at Hubspot. 

In this episode, we talked about the strengths of a successful CRO, the growth phases of a company’s lifecycle, and why retention is the one metric that defines product-market fit.  

We also discussed the pillars of a good go-to-market strategy, how Hubspot discovered their key leading indicators for customer retention in the early days, and more. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4290281 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2359 67 full false EP 66 | Georgiana Laudi - How to use Jobs To Be Done to create a laser-sharp SaaS growth Strategy EP 66 | Georgiana Laudi - How to use Jobs To Be Done to create a laser-sharp SaaS growth Strategy Today on the show we have Georgiana Laudi, Co-Founder of Forget the Funnel.

In this episode, we talked about how Georgiana decided to focus on SaaS and build Forget the Funnel, the type of work they do for their clients, and how they evaluate the health of their client’s business to identify where there’s an opportunity for growth.

 We also discussed The “Jobs to be done” framework, their process, how they set up, and conduct surveys in order to pull out what the customer’s jobs to be done are, and lastly, we talked about customer experience mapping. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Georgiana Laudi, Co-Founder of Forget the Funnel.

In this episode, we talked about how Georgiana decided to focus on SaaS and build Forget the Funnel, the type of work they do for their clients, and how they evaluate the health of their client’s business to identify where there’s an opportunity for growth.

 We also discussed The “Jobs to be done” framework, their process, how they set up, and conduct surveys in order to pull out what the customer’s jobs to be done are, and lastly, we talked about customer experience mapping. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4207742 Wed, 17 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2432 66 full false EP 65 | Rahul Vohra - How Superhuman avoids churn by systematically increasing product-market fit. EP 65 | Rahul Vohra - How Superhuman avoids churn by systematically increasing product-market fit. Today on the show we have Rahul Vohra, founder, and CEO of Superhuman.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Rahul to build Superhuman, how they iterated their way towards product-market fit, and how they built the product-market fit engine. 

We also discussed how the Superhuman team analyzes and segments the right feedback to focus on, why & how their onboarding process brought in Industry-leading metrics, and lastly, the right way to get people to talk about your product.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Rahul Vohra, founder, and CEO of Superhuman.

In this episode, we talked about what motivated Rahul to build Superhuman, how they iterated their way towards product-market fit, and how they built the product-market fit engine. 

We also discussed how the Superhuman team analyzes and segments the right feedback to focus on, why & how their onboarding process brought in Industry-leading metrics, and lastly, the right way to get people to talk about your product.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4106900 Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2561 65 full false EP64 | Amaan Nathoo - How Later combine customer success and product-led growth to increase customer retention EP64 | Amaan Nathoo - How Later combine customer success and product-led growth to increase customer retention Today on the show we have Amaan Nathoo, Head of Customer Success at Later. 

In this episode, we talked about the moment Amaan decided to shift from Sales to Customer Success, how using a growth ceiling calculator helped him realize they had to double down on retention and how customer success fits in a product-led world. 

We also discussed how Later’s Customer Success team makes up 8% of the entire company, what they focus on, their KPI’s, how it’s structured, and lastly the retention experiment mindset at Later. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Amaan Nathoo, Head of Customer Success at Later. 

In this episode, we talked about the moment Amaan decided to shift from Sales to Customer Success, how using a growth ceiling calculator helped him realize they had to double down on retention and how customer success fits in a product-led world. 

We also discussed how Later’s Customer Success team makes up 8% of the entire company, what they focus on, their KPI’s, how it’s structured, and lastly the retention experiment mindset at Later. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-4018094 Wed, 03 Jun 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2416 64 full false EP 63 | Jay Nathan & Jeff Breunsbach (Customer Imperative) How to set up Customer Success for churn shattering results. EP 63 | Jay Nathan & Jeff Breunsbach (Customer Imperative) How to set up Customer Success for churn shattering results. Today on the show we have Jay Nathan & Jeff Breunsbach, managing partners at Customer Imperative.
 
In this episode, we talked about what they do at Customer Imperative, the biggest difference Jay and Jeff see between the way Customer Success teams operate, and how their quick Time to Value process helps their clients see tangible results in just 30 to 45 days.
 
We also discussed the process they use to put together a customer health score and what to avoid, why companies “push back” on customer success, and who should own customer retention within an organization. 
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Jay Nathan & Jeff Breunsbach, managing partners at Customer Imperative.
 
In this episode, we talked about what they do at Customer Imperative, the biggest difference Jay and Jeff see between the way Customer Success teams operate, and how their quick Time to Value process helps their clients see tangible results in just 30 to 45 days.
 
We also discussed the process they use to put together a customer health score and what to avoid, why companies “push back” on customer success, and who should own customer retention within an organization. 
 
As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3917906 Wed, 27 May 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2854 63 full false EP 62 | Bryant Chou (Webflow) Why churn and retention have taken the backseat at Webflow. EP 62 | Bryant Chou (Webflow) Why churn and retention have taken the backseat at Webflow. Today on the show we have Bryant Chou, Co-founder, CTO, and Head of Growth of Webflow.

In this episode, we talked about Webflow’s “no sugarcoating” product philosophy, the no-code movement, why churn & retention at Webflow have taken a backseat, and how they overcome their new users learning curve through total transparency.

We also discussed how Bryant and his team use customer segmentation to take their product to the next level, the rosetta stone of Webflow (databook), and how to eliminate bias when collecting and analyzing data.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Bryant Chou, Co-founder, CTO, and Head of Growth of Webflow.

In this episode, we talked about Webflow’s “no sugarcoating” product philosophy, the no-code movement, why churn & retention at Webflow have taken a backseat, and how they overcome their new users learning curve through total transparency.

We also discussed how Bryant and his team use customer segmentation to take their product to the next level, the rosetta stone of Webflow (databook), and how to eliminate bias when collecting and analyzing data.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3831356 Wed, 20 May 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2205 62 full false EP 61 | Robbie Kellman Baxter (Peninsula Strategies) How to cement trust with new customers in times of a crisis and uncertainty EP 61 | Robbie Kellman Baxter (Peninsula Strategies) How to cement trust with new customers in times of a crisis and uncertainty Today on the show we have Robbie Kellman Baxter, author of the best-selling book “The Membership Economy” and the newly launched “The Forever Transaction”.

In this episode, we talked about what a Forever Transaction is and how to implement it in your business, what influenced Robbie to write her books, and how SaaS businesses’ have changed their view on retention over time. 

We also discussed why Robbie thinks providing real value is key to cementing trust with your customers during a crisis and if you’re one of the few seeing an influx of new customers how to make sure they’re here to stay.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Robbie Kellman Baxter, author of the best-selling book “The Membership Economy” and the newly launched “The Forever Transaction”.

In this episode, we talked about what a Forever Transaction is and how to implement it in your business, what influenced Robbie to write her books, and how SaaS businesses’ have changed their view on retention over time. 

We also discussed why Robbie thinks providing real value is key to cementing trust with your customers during a crisis and if you’re one of the few seeing an influx of new customers how to make sure they’re here to stay.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Buzzsprout-3730424 Wed, 13 May 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2265 61 full false EP60 | Alex Atkins (CXL Institute) Why CXL’s Head of Growth focuses on retention to drive growth EP60 | Alex Atkins (CXL Institute) Why CXL’s Head of Growth focuses on retention to drive growth Today on the show we have Alex Atkins, Head of Growth at CXL Institute.

In this episode, we talked about the process Alex took to decide the key metrics to focus on during his early days at CXL, what motivated him to work more on churn & retention over acquisition, and how they saw an increase in customer retention within 3 months of the team's new focus.  

We also discussed how the growth team at CXL is built, their efforts to put out the fire Covid19 is causing their business, and how they managed to persuade 37% of their customers at risk not to churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Alex Atkins, Head of Growth at CXL Institute.

In this episode, we talked about the process Alex took to decide the key metrics to focus on during his early days at CXL, what motivated him to work more on churn & retention over acquisition, and how they saw an increase in customer retention within 3 months of the team's new focus.  

We also discussed how the growth team at CXL is built, their efforts to put out the fire Covid19 is causing their business, and how they managed to persuade 37% of their customers at risk not to churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3499396 Wed, 06 May 2020 11:00:00 +0300 2614 60 full false EP59 | Lauren Culbertson (LoopVOC) How to align feedback to understand your ideal customer profile and tackle churn EP59 | Lauren Culbertson (LoopVOC) How to align feedback to understand your ideal customer profile and tackle churn Today on the show we have Lauren Culbertson, CEO & Founder of LoopVOC.

 

In this episode, we talked about why Lauren decided to build LoopVOC and the important role leadership plays in ensuring the alignment of customer feedback across a company.

 

We also discussed the dos and don’ts when transitioning an on-premise product to the cloud, the importance of segmentation when it comes to making great product decisions, and the steps they take to identify their ideal customer profile at LoopVOC and why it is a constant evolution.  

 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the show we have Lauren Culbertson, CEO & Founder of LoopVOC.

 

In this episode, we talked about why Lauren decided to build LoopVOC and the important role leadership plays in ensuring the alignment of customer feedback across a company.

 

We also discussed the dos and don’ts when transitioning an on-premise product to the cloud, the importance of segmentation when it comes to making great product decisions, and the steps they take to identify their ideal customer profile at LoopVOC and why it is a constant evolution.  

 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3400099 Wed, 29 Apr 2020 08:00:00 +0300 2950 59 full false EP58 | Yahav Hartman (Madgicx) - How to use paid advertising to increase customer retention EP58 | Yahav Hartman (Madgicx) - How to use paid advertising to increase customer retention Today on the show we have Yahav Hartman, CEO and founder of Madgicx!

In this episode, we talked about the current churn and retention status at Madgicx, how Yahav interviews churning customers, and how to gauge the quality of customer feedback.

We also dived deep into how you can use Facebook ads to increase retention, why customer development should be viewed as a profit center, and Yahav’s prediction on the future of the advertising landscape.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Yahav Hartman, CEO and founder of Madgicx!

In this episode, we talked about the current churn and retention status at Madgicx, how Yahav interviews churning customers, and how to gauge the quality of customer feedback.

We also dived deep into how you can use Facebook ads to increase retention, why customer development should be viewed as a profit center, and Yahav’s prediction on the future of the advertising landscape.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3415567 Wed, 22 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +0300 2373 58 full false EP57 | JR Farr (Weav.com) - How to fight churn by automating your customer retention flow EP57 | JR Farr (Weav.com) - How to fight churn by automating your customer retention flow Today on the show we have J.R. Farr, Co-founder and CEO of Weav.com

In this episode, we discussed what attracted J.R. to build a customer retention platform, how Weav automates your customer retention flow, and how it helps you analyze your customer experience with a holistic approach. 

We also talked about J.R.’s experience in building a customer retention program from scratch, why he is focused on finding the right customers from day one, and when it’s the right time to fire a customer and why that means customers that use dark patterns in their product for Weav. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have J.R. Farr, Co-founder and CEO of Weav.com

In this episode, we discussed what attracted J.R. to build a customer retention platform, how Weav automates your customer retention flow, and how it helps you analyze your customer experience with a holistic approach. 

We also talked about J.R.’s experience in building a customer retention program from scratch, why he is focused on finding the right customers from day one, and when it’s the right time to fire a customer and why that means customers that use dark patterns in their product for Weav. 

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3242518 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0300 1700 57 full false EP56 | Matt Barnett (Bonjoro) - How to use hyper-personalized videos to retain customers and reduce churn EP56 | Matt Barnett (Bonjoro) - How to use hyper-personalized videos to retain customers and reduce churn Today on the show we have Matt Barnett, founder and Papa Bear of Bonjoro!

In this episode, we discussed how videos can help retain customers and reduce churn, how to craft a hyper-personalized video for your customers, and how to choose the right integration partnerships for your software.

We also discussed Bonjoro’s current journey in nailing their ideal customer profile, one thing that Matt wished he knew earlier when it comes to churn and retention, and why you should always foster genuine relationships with your customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Matt Barnett, founder and Papa Bear of Bonjoro!

In this episode, we discussed how videos can help retain customers and reduce churn, how to craft a hyper-personalized video for your customers, and how to choose the right integration partnerships for your software.

We also discussed Bonjoro’s current journey in nailing their ideal customer profile, one thing that Matt wished he knew earlier when it comes to churn and retention, and why you should always foster genuine relationships with your customers.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3242341 Wed, 08 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0300 2113 56 full false EP55 | Brian Balfour (Reforge) - How to improve user activation by establishing the right product habits EP55 | Brian Balfour (Reforge) - How to improve user activation by establishing the right product habits Today is a very special episode as we are celebrating our first anniversary of Churn.FM. We have now published a new episode every week for 52 weeks straight and what better way to celebrate the anniversary than by having the guest of our very first episode back on the show!  

This week we have Brian Balfour, Founder, and CEO of Reforge. Reforge have Career Development Programs for Experienced Tech Professionals in Product, Marketing, Data, Design, and Engineering co-authored by Brian Balfour, Andrew Chen, and Sean Clowes.

In this episode, Brian shared his new learnings on churn and retention since our last chat a year ago, why understanding your customer's habits are important to improving user activation, and a deep dive into the concept of survival analysis. 

Brian also shared his insights on why you should focus on a specific user activation flow, the importance of a vendor-champion relationship, and why jumping into quantitative data too fast can be misleading.

It has been a year, and as usual, I'm always excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Today is a very special episode as we are celebrating our first anniversary of Churn.FM. We have now published a new episode every week for 52 weeks straight and what better way to celebrate the anniversary than by having the guest of our very first episode back on the show!  

This week we have Brian Balfour, Founder, and CEO of Reforge. Reforge have Career Development Programs for Experienced Tech Professionals in Product, Marketing, Data, Design, and Engineering co-authored by Brian Balfour, Andrew Chen, and Sean Clowes.

In this episode, Brian shared his new learnings on churn and retention since our last chat a year ago, why understanding your customer's habits are important to improving user activation, and a deep dive into the concept of survival analysis. 

Brian also shared his insights on why you should focus on a specific user activation flow, the importance of a vendor-champion relationship, and why jumping into quantitative data too fast can be misleading.

It has been a year, and as usual, I'm always excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3152950 Wed, 01 Apr 2020 09:00:00 +0300 2211 55 full false EP54 | James Mulvany (Podcast.co) - How to resurrect churning customers in a non-pushy way EP54 | James Mulvany (Podcast.co) - How to resurrect churning customers in a non-pushy way Today on the show we have James Mulvany, founder and CEO of Podcast.co and Radio.co 

In this episode, we talked about what drives James to keep building new companies in the content and streaming space, why the podcast industry is still full of untapped potential, and the importance of a personal touch in customer retention.

We also discussed why James thinks world-class customer service is a key to resurrecting churned customers, why social media ads are underrated for retaining customers, and his biggest challenge in tackling Churn and retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have James Mulvany, founder and CEO of Podcast.co and Radio.co 

In this episode, we talked about what drives James to keep building new companies in the content and streaming space, why the podcast industry is still full of untapped potential, and the importance of a personal touch in customer retention.

We also discussed why James thinks world-class customer service is a key to resurrecting churned customers, why social media ads are underrated for retaining customers, and his biggest challenge in tackling Churn and retention.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3092263 Wed, 25 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0200 1722 54 full false EP53 | Emmanuel Straschnov - Why Bubble’s greatest success can lead to churn and how they’re tackling it EP53 | Emmanuel Straschnov - Why Bubble’s greatest success can lead to churn and how they’re tackling it Today on the show we have Emmanuel Straschnov, co-founder and co-CEO of Bubble. 

In this episode, we talked about the rise of no-code tools’ popularity, why Bubble decided to raise funding, and the challenges they face with churn due to the nature of their product.

We also dived into the challenges Bubble faced when designing their customer onboarding, how their pricing strategy has evolved over the years, and why Emmanuel believes that qualitative insights are more valuable than quantitative analysis.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show we have Emmanuel Straschnov, co-founder and co-CEO of Bubble. 

In this episode, we talked about the rise of no-code tools’ popularity, why Bubble decided to raise funding, and the challenges they face with churn due to the nature of their product.

We also dived into the challenges Bubble faced when designing their customer onboarding, how their pricing strategy has evolved over the years, and why Emmanuel believes that qualitative insights are more valuable than quantitative analysis.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-3043114 Wed, 18 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2137 53 full false EP52 | Nathan Barry - How ConvertKit acquires and keeps loyal customers by focusing on a specific niche EP52 | Nathan Barry - How ConvertKit acquires and keeps loyal customers by focusing on a specific niche Today on the Churn FM we have Nathan Barry, founder, and CEO of ConvertKit! 

In this episode, we talked about what drove Nathan to start ConvertKit, how switching to focus on a niche has impacted the company's product strategy and churn rate, and how it helped Nathan to focus on the right customer feedback.

We also discussed when it doesn't make sense to worry about churn, the concept of gradual engagement and how ConvertKit applied it in their product, and why Nathan thinks every company is doing onboarding wrong. 

ConvertKit also publicly shares their revenue, churn numbers, and more at convertkit.baremetrics.com for you to check anytime.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the Churn FM we have Nathan Barry, founder, and CEO of ConvertKit! 

In this episode, we talked about what drove Nathan to start ConvertKit, how switching to focus on a niche has impacted the company's product strategy and churn rate, and how it helped Nathan to focus on the right customer feedback.

We also discussed when it doesn't make sense to worry about churn, the concept of gradual engagement and how ConvertKit applied it in their product, and why Nathan thinks every company is doing onboarding wrong. 

ConvertKit also publicly shares their revenue, churn numbers, and more at convertkit.baremetrics.com for you to check anytime.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2969374 Wed, 11 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2425 52 full false EP51 | Olga Andrienko - How SEMrush uses gamification to engage users and increase retention EP51 | Olga Andrienko - How SEMrush uses gamification to engage users and increase retention Today on the Churn.fm, we have Olga Andrienko, Head of Global Marketing at SEMrush.

In today's episode, we discussed SEMrush’s rapid growth and how it affected their churn rate, why they decided to switch their focus to customer retention, and how they use social media to identify their ideal customer profile.

Olga also shared how SEMrush used Easter Eggs to gamify user engagement and how they use the SEMrush community Facebook group to get users actively involved in product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the Churn.fm, we have Olga Andrienko, Head of Global Marketing at SEMrush.

In today's episode, we discussed SEMrush’s rapid growth and how it affected their churn rate, why they decided to switch their focus to customer retention, and how they use social media to identify their ideal customer profile.

Olga also shared how SEMrush used Easter Eggs to gamify user engagement and how they use the SEMrush community Facebook group to get users actively involved in product development.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2905147 Wed, 04 Mar 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2162 51 full false EP50 | Ziv Peled - How AppsFlyer’s Customer Success team has generated over $100 million in expansion revenue EP50 | Ziv Peled - How AppsFlyer’s Customer Success team has generated over $100 million in expansion revenue Today on Churn.fm, we have Ziv Peled, Chief Customer Officer at AppsFlyer

In today's episode, we discussed how Ziv built AppsFlyer’s customer success team from scratch, how he set the key metrics, and how the team evolved to generate over $100 million in expansion revenue in the last 20 months for the company.

Ziv also shared the three main things he looked for when hiring a new customer success manager at the start, why Annual Recurring Revenue churn is the most critical metric for a Customer Success team, and his future plans to prevent "customer champion churn".

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Ziv Peled, Chief Customer Officer at AppsFlyer

In today's episode, we discussed how Ziv built AppsFlyer’s customer success team from scratch, how he set the key metrics, and how the team evolved to generate over $100 million in expansion revenue in the last 20 months for the company.

Ziv also shared the three main things he looked for when hiring a new customer success manager at the start, why Annual Recurring Revenue churn is the most critical metric for a Customer Success team, and his future plans to prevent "customer champion churn".

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2836252 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2440 50 full true EP49 | Huw Slater - How Travelperk’s CFO prioritizes churn reduction to drive growth EP49 | Huw Slater - How Travelperk’s CFO prioritizes churn reduction to drive growth Today on Churn.fm, we have Huw Slater, the Chief Financial Officer at Travelperk!

In today's episode, we discussed the importance of looking at cohorts when measuring retention, how Huw goes about measuring a customers' lifetime value, and whether or not word of mouth can be measured. 

We also talked about the concept of a "growth ceiling" and how Huw evaluates opportunities that drive growth to allocate capital to.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Huw Slater, the Chief Financial Officer at Travelperk!

In today's episode, we discussed the importance of looking at cohorts when measuring retention, how Huw goes about measuring a customers' lifetime value, and whether or not word of mouth can be measured. 

We also talked about the concept of a "growth ceiling" and how Huw evaluates opportunities that drive growth to allocate capital to.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2782744 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 11:00:00 +0200 2301 49 full false EP48 | Aazar Shad (Userpilot) - How churn can be masked during rapid growth and how to identify it EP48 | Aazar Shad (Userpilot) - How churn can be masked during rapid growth and how to identify it Today on Churn.fm, we have Aazar Shad, Head of Growth at User Pilot!

In today's episode, we discussed how Aazar realized User Pilot had a churn issue as they were rapidly growing, the signals he uses to identify churn risk, and how he went about building the customer success team from nothing. 

We also dived deep into the power of visualizing progress in the onboarding phase and how transparency can be a tool to keep your customers engaged.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Aazar Shad, Head of Growth at User Pilot!

In today's episode, we discussed how Aazar realized User Pilot had a churn issue as they were rapidly growing, the signals he uses to identify churn risk, and how he went about building the customer success team from nothing. 

We also dived deep into the power of visualizing progress in the onboarding phase and how transparency can be a tool to keep your customers engaged.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2713417 Wed, 12 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2629 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 48 full false EP47 | Arundhati Balachandran - How Chargebee’s Customer Success team increases expansion revenue with data EP47 | Arundhati Balachandran - How Chargebee’s Customer Success team increases expansion revenue with data Today on Churn.fm, we have Arundhati Balachandran, Director of Customer Sucess at Chargebee.

In today's episode, we discussed about the role of Chargebee's customer success team in enabling expansion revenue, the specialization within the team, and the importance of cross-team collaboration in fighting churn.

We also dived deep into how data plays a role in deciding customer touchpoints, the customer onboarding process within Chargebee, and Arundhati's one piece of advice for any company battling with churn.

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Arundhati Balachandran, Director of Customer Sucess at Chargebee.

In today's episode, we discussed about the role of Chargebee's customer success team in enabling expansion revenue, the specialization within the team, and the importance of cross-team collaboration in fighting churn.

We also dived deep into how data plays a role in deciding customer touchpoints, the customer onboarding process within Chargebee, and Arundhati's one piece of advice for any company battling with churn.

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2654923 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 09:00:00 +0200 1716 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 47 full false EP46 | Yuval Keshtcher (UX Writing Hub) - How UX writing can be a game-changer in fighting churn EP46 | Yuval Keshtcher (UX Writing Hub) - How UX writing can be a game-changer in fighting churn Today on the Churn.fm, we have Yuval Keshtcher, the founder of UX Writing Hub.

In today's episode, we talked about the art and science of UX writing, and how it can be a game-changer when it comes to improving conversion, reducing churn and increasing revenue.

Yuval also shared how companies can use metaphors to maintain copywriting consistency, his step by step process in helping companies enhance their copy, and a real-life case study of a previous client of his.

Lastly, we also talked about how using shady tactics and dark patterns can damage your brand and customer retention, andy why copywriting is the first step of reducing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the Churn.fm, we have Yuval Keshtcher, the founder of UX Writing Hub.

In today's episode, we talked about the art and science of UX writing, and how it can be a game-changer when it comes to improving conversion, reducing churn and increasing revenue.

Yuval also shared how companies can use metaphors to maintain copywriting consistency, his step by step process in helping companies enhance their copy, and a real-life case study of a previous client of his.

Lastly, we also talked about how using shady tactics and dark patterns can damage your brand and customer retention, andy why copywriting is the first step of reducing churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2605348 Wed, 29 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2584 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 46 full false EP45 | Chris Savage - How Wistia’s creative brand voice helps them retain their customers EP45 | Chris Savage - How Wistia’s creative brand voice helps them retain their customers Today on the Churn.fm, we have Chris Savage, the CEO and Co-founder of Wistia!

In today's episode, we talked about how having a creative brand can help retain loyal customers, how churn and retention have changed in Wistia over the years, and why qualitative data is irreplaceable.

Chris also shared the story of why he and his co-founder decided to take on $17M in debt, things he wished he realized earlier in regards to churn, and the ownership of churn metrics within Wistia.

 We also talked about expansion revenue and its' importance, how Wistia uses their own product to improve customer retention, and Chris' pieces of advice on churn and retention for those who are just starting out.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the Churn.fm, we have Chris Savage, the CEO and Co-founder of Wistia!

In today's episode, we talked about how having a creative brand can help retain loyal customers, how churn and retention have changed in Wistia over the years, and why qualitative data is irreplaceable.

Chris also shared the story of why he and his co-founder decided to take on $17M in debt, things he wished he realized earlier in regards to churn, and the ownership of churn metrics within Wistia.

 We also talked about expansion revenue and its' importance, how Wistia uses their own product to improve customer retention, and Chris' pieces of advice on churn and retention for those who are just starting out.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2540896 Wed, 22 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2385 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 45 full false EP44 | Emeric Ernoult (Agorapulse) - Challenges tackling SMB churn and how to overcome them EP44 | Emeric Ernoult (Agorapulse) - Challenges tackling SMB churn and how to overcome them Today on Churn.fm we have Emeric Ernoult, CEO and Founder of Agorapulse. 

In this episode, we talked about the role of communities in customer retention and using social media as a channel for customer support.

Emeric also shared his learnings about churn and retention in his entrepreneurial career. He dived deep into his past churn metrics, future goals, and how he plans to further tackle churn at Agorapulse. 

We also talked about how to design your product roadmap based on customer feedback, and how you can package your product to appeal to new and different audiences.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Emeric Ernoult, CEO and Founder of Agorapulse. 

In this episode, we talked about the role of communities in customer retention and using social media as a channel for customer support.

Emeric also shared his learnings about churn and retention in his entrepreneurial career. He dived deep into his past churn metrics, future goals, and how he plans to further tackle churn at Agorapulse. 

We also talked about how to design your product roadmap based on customer feedback, and how you can package your product to appeal to new and different audiences.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2471117 Wed, 15 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2652 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 44 full false EP43 | Bob Moore (Crossbeam) - How to create a stickier product with the right partnerships EP43 | Bob Moore (Crossbeam) - How to create a stickier product with the right partnerships Today on Churn.fm we have Bob Moore, serial entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Crossbeam, a platform that helps companies find overlapping customers and prospects while keeping the rest of their data private and secure. Bob was also the founder of RJ Metrics and Stitch, two data analytics startups that got acquired by Magento and Talend respectively.

In this episode, Bob shared his experience on how his company’s churn rate affected their acquisition value, how partnerships can be a powerful tool to fight churn, and why he decided to build Crossbeam.

We also discussed why Bob considered RJ Metrics exit as a $2.6 Billion fail, how better product positioning helped them decrease churn, and how a change in your customer mindset can affect your product-market fit.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Bob Moore, serial entrepreneur and the co-founder and CEO of Crossbeam, a platform that helps companies find overlapping customers and prospects while keeping the rest of their data private and secure. Bob was also the founder of RJ Metrics and Stitch, two data analytics startups that got acquired by Magento and Talend respectively.

In this episode, Bob shared his experience on how his company’s churn rate affected their acquisition value, how partnerships can be a powerful tool to fight churn, and why he decided to build Crossbeam.

We also discussed why Bob considered RJ Metrics exit as a $2.6 Billion fail, how better product positioning helped them decrease churn, and how a change in your customer mindset can affect your product-market fit.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2428598 Wed, 08 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2455 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 43 full false EP42 | Casey Graham (Gravy) - How to combat involuntary churn with a human-first approach EP42 | Casey Graham (Gravy) - How to combat involuntary churn with a human-first approach I wish you a happy new year, and hope you are having a great start of the year! Today on Churn.fm, we have Casey Graham, CEO and Founder of Gravy, a subscription payment recovery service that helps companies fight involuntary churn.

We talked about how Casey's experience with bad customer churn inspired him to start Gravy, the main reasons for failed payments in SaaS businesses, and why Casey thinks a hands-on, human approach is the best way to fight churn.

We also dived into the different kinds of buyer personas Gravy has identified for their business, why slowing down their onboarding process helped them increase their customer lifetime value, and the importance of having a champion within your customer's company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> I wish you a happy new year, and hope you are having a great start of the year! Today on Churn.fm, we have Casey Graham, CEO and Founder of Gravy, a subscription payment recovery service that helps companies fight involuntary churn.

We talked about how Casey's experience with bad customer churn inspired him to start Gravy, the main reasons for failed payments in SaaS businesses, and why Casey thinks a hands-on, human approach is the best way to fight churn.

We also dived into the different kinds of buyer personas Gravy has identified for their business, why slowing down their onboarding process helped them increase their customer lifetime value, and the importance of having a champion within your customer's company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Now enjoy the episode.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2373584 Wed, 01 Jan 2020 09:00:00 +0200 2599 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 42 full false EP41 | Carl Gold (Zuora) - Why fighting churn starts with finding the right metrics EP41 | Carl Gold (Zuora) - Why fighting churn starts with finding the right metrics Today on Churn.fm, we have Carl Gold, Chief Data Scientist at Zuora, and the author of the upcoming book, Fighting Churn with Data.

We talked about why Carl decided to write a book about fighting churn with data, why small companies need to determine the correct metrics in their journey to fight churn effectively, and how you can find the right metrics inside your product.

We also discussed why churn and retention should revolve around providing value, why using AI and machine learning to predict churn can be ineffective, and some case study examples of how companies fight churn by focusing on the right metrics.

Since it's the holiday season, we also have a special gift for this episode: we will choose five lucky listeners to get early access to the first four chapters of Carl's upcoming book and copy of it once it is completed. All you have to do is share this episode on Twitter, and we will do a random draw to choose the 5 winners.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Carl Gold, Chief Data Scientist at Zuora, and the author of the upcoming book, Fighting Churn with Data.

We talked about why Carl decided to write a book about fighting churn with data, why small companies need to determine the correct metrics in their journey to fight churn effectively, and how you can find the right metrics inside your product.

We also discussed why churn and retention should revolve around providing value, why using AI and machine learning to predict churn can be ineffective, and some case study examples of how companies fight churn by focusing on the right metrics.

Since it's the holiday season, we also have a special gift for this episode: we will choose five lucky listeners to get early access to the first four chapters of Carl's upcoming book and copy of it once it is completed. All you have to do is share this episode on Twitter, and we will do a random draw to choose the 5 winners.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2335346 Wed, 25 Dec 2019 09:00:00 +0200 2926 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, metrics 41 full false EP40 | Gen Furukawa (Retainable) - Retention is the key to successful marketing: why marketers should pay more attention to churn EP40 | Gen Furukawa (Retainable) - Retention is the key to successful marketing: why marketers should pay more attention to churn Today on Churn .fm, we have Gen Furukawa, founder of Retainable and former VP of Marketing at Jungle Scout.

In this episode, Gen shared how he previously dealt with churn and retention as the VP of Marketing at Jungle Scout, and how it affected the marketing metrics his team needed to track.

We also talked about how to get buy-in and convince the leadership team to focus on reducing churn, who should own customer churn and retention within a company, and Gen's advice for a startup struggling with churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn .fm, we have Gen Furukawa, founder of Retainable and former VP of Marketing at Jungle Scout.

In this episode, Gen shared how he previously dealt with churn and retention as the VP of Marketing at Jungle Scout, and how it affected the marketing metrics his team needed to track.

We also talked about how to get buy-in and convince the leadership team to focus on reducing churn, who should own customer churn and retention within a company, and Gen's advice for a startup struggling with churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2284448 Wed, 18 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0200 2188 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, business, customer success 40 full false EP39 | Megan McMullin - How MeetEdgar reduces churn by scaling a personal onboarding experience and building a community EP39 | Megan McMullin - How MeetEdgar reduces churn by scaling a personal onboarding experience and building a community Today on the show, we have Megan McMullin, Outreach Lead at MeetEdgar.

In this episode, we discussed in-depth how MeetEdgar uses office hours, webinars and educational content as a channel to talk to customers at scale, gather feedback, build a robust community, and ultimately improve retention.

Megan also shares the exact formula MeetEdgar uses to measure the effectiveness of their efforts in reducing churn, how she passes the qualitative data collected to the product team, and how they use Facebook ads as an engagement and reactivation channel for their users.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on the show, we have Megan McMullin, Outreach Lead at MeetEdgar.

In this episode, we discussed in-depth how MeetEdgar uses office hours, webinars and educational content as a channel to talk to customers at scale, gather feedback, build a robust community, and ultimately improve retention.

Megan also shares the exact formula MeetEdgar uses to measure the effectiveness of their efforts in reducing churn, how she passes the qualitative data collected to the product team, and how they use Facebook ads as an engagement and reactivation channel for their users.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2241890 Wed, 11 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0200 2534 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 39 full false EP38 | Marvin Liao (500 Startups) - Why customer retention is a key metric for seed-stage investments EP38 | Marvin Liao (500 Startups) - Why customer retention is a key metric for seed-stage investments Today on Churn.fm, we have Marvin Liao, an experienced startup advisor, and Partner at 500 Startups, specializing in seed-stage investments.

Marvin shared his thoughts on how churn and retention affect his investment decisions, how he helps early-stage startups identify their ideal customers, and why he thinks retention is super crucial for early-stage growth. 

We also talked about why you shouldn’t blindly follow benchmark metrics without enough context, areas that most startups get wrong when it comes to churn and retention, and the one question Marvin wishes entrepreneurs would ask more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Marvin Liao, an experienced startup advisor, and Partner at 500 Startups, specializing in seed-stage investments.

Marvin shared his thoughts on how churn and retention affect his investment decisions, how he helps early-stage startups identify their ideal customers, and why he thinks retention is super crucial for early-stage growth. 

We also talked about why you shouldn’t blindly follow benchmark metrics without enough context, areas that most startups get wrong when it comes to churn and retention, and the one question Marvin wishes entrepreneurs would ask more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2203898 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 10:00:00 +0200 1817 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, business, customer success 38 full false EP37 | Josh Garofalo (Sway Copy) - Customer retention starts with copywriting: how to attract the right customers with your copy EP37 | Josh Garofalo (Sway Copy) - Customer retention starts with copywriting: how to attract the right customers with your copy Today on the Churn.fm, we have Josh Garofalo, expert SaaS copywriter and Founder of Sway Copy.

We talked about how Josh became a SaaS focused copywriter, his step-by-step process to create engaging copy, and his insights on why companies should focus on the one buyer segment that matters, and ignore the rest.

We also discussed how to identify your most valuable buyer persona, understanding your customer’s awareness stages in their buying journey, and the interview techniques Josh utilizes to help companies improve their product positioning. 

Finally, Josh shared his insights on why he wishes companies spend more time thinking about churn, and why talking to customers is the key to better product positioning.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on the Churn.fm, we have Josh Garofalo, expert SaaS copywriter and Founder of Sway Copy.

We talked about how Josh became a SaaS focused copywriter, his step-by-step process to create engaging copy, and his insights on why companies should focus on the one buyer segment that matters, and ignore the rest.

We also discussed how to identify your most valuable buyer persona, understanding your customer’s awareness stages in their buying journey, and the interview techniques Josh utilizes to help companies improve their product positioning. 

Finally, Josh shared his insights on why he wishes companies spend more time thinking about churn, and why talking to customers is the key to better product positioning.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2170403 Wed, 27 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0200 3018 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 37 full false EP36 | Adam Dorrell (CustomerGauge) - You’re using Net Promoter Score (NPS) wrong! Segmentation is the 🔑 key to retention EP36 | Adam Dorrell (CustomerGauge) - You’re using Net Promoter Score (NPS) wrong! Segmentation is the 🔑 key to retention Today on Churn.fm, we have Adam Dorrell, the CEO and Founder of CustomerGauge.

 In today's episode, we talked about the importance of Net Promoter Score or otherwise know as NPS, why it's more than just a metric, and how companies can implement NPS results into their workflow.

We also discussed why customer feedback is an impactful growth lever, how to reach out to customers strategically, and how you can make feedback actionable.

Adam also shared the one question that he hopes more businesses ask, and his insights on things that worked at CustomerGauge while tackling churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from y

]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Adam Dorrell, the CEO and Founder of CustomerGauge.

 In today's episode, we talked about the importance of Net Promoter Score or otherwise know as NPS, why it's more than just a metric, and how companies can implement NPS results into their workflow.

We also discussed why customer feedback is an impactful growth lever, how to reach out to customers strategically, and how you can make feedback actionable.

Adam also shared the one question that he hopes more businesses ask, and his insights on things that worked at CustomerGauge while tackling churn.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from y

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2073144 Wed, 20 Nov 2019 09:00:00 +0200 2186 churn, retention, SaaS, subscription economy, startup, marketing, customer success 36 full false EP35 | Corey Haines - How Baremetrics collects HONEST feedback from churning customers EP35 | Corey Haines - How Baremetrics collects HONEST feedback from churning customers Today on Churn.fm, we have Corey Haines, Head of Growth at Baremetrics

 In this episode, we talked about the "dirty little secret" most companies have when it comes to their customer churn rate, what "dunning" is and why it’s important for any SaaS company to monitor it, and the most common reasons for delinquent churn. 

We also discussed how to collect honest feedback from churning customers, how to recruit the right interviewee for customer research, and how to figure out the most meaningful feedback while ignoring the noise.

Corey also shared some insights about Baremetric's internal processes, including how he goes about balancing new customer acquisition with preventing existing customers from churning, and who owns churn and retention at Baremetrics.

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Corey Haines, Head of Growth at Baremetrics

 In this episode, we talked about the "dirty little secret" most companies have when it comes to their customer churn rate, what "dunning" is and why it’s important for any SaaS company to monitor it, and the most common reasons for delinquent churn. 

We also discussed how to collect honest feedback from churning customers, how to recruit the right interviewee for customer research, and how to figure out the most meaningful feedback while ignoring the noise.

Corey also shared some insights about Baremetric's internal processes, including how he goes about balancing new customer acquisition with preventing existing customers from churning, and who owns churn and retention at Baremetrics.

 As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2026542 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0200 2430 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 35 full false EP34 | Val Geisler (Fix My Churn) - How a customer-centric email strategy can help you fix churn EP34 | Val Geisler (Fix My Churn) - How a customer-centric email strategy can help you fix churn Today on Churn.fm, we have Val Geisler, email marketing expert and CEO of Fix My Churn.

We talked about why Val decided to found Fix My Churn, her approach to helping customers set up a communication strategy, and why onboarding emails are one of the most crucial parts in improving customer retention

Val also shared her thoughts on why churn reduction is about doing things that don’t scale, how SaaS companies have started to concentrate more on customer retention, and why great email campaigns should not be time-based, but behavior-based

Val also shared examples of tactics you can apply to your email strategies, such as making use of transactional emails to grow customer love, methods to increase conversion, and more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Val Geisler, email marketing expert and CEO of Fix My Churn.

We talked about why Val decided to found Fix My Churn, her approach to helping customers set up a communication strategy, and why onboarding emails are one of the most crucial parts in improving customer retention

Val also shared her thoughts on why churn reduction is about doing things that don’t scale, how SaaS companies have started to concentrate more on customer retention, and why great email campaigns should not be time-based, but behavior-based

Val also shared examples of tactics you can apply to your email strategies, such as making use of transactional emails to grow customer love, methods to increase conversion, and more.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-2005096 Wed, 06 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0200 2602 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 34 full false EP33 | Hiten Shah (FYI) - How to build a product with customer retention at the core EP33 | Hiten Shah (FYI) - How to build a product with customer retention at the core Today on Churn.FM, we have Hiten Shah, the founder and CEO of FYI, and other startups such as Kissmetrics, Crazy Egg, and Quick Sprout

We talked about the biggest shift in the product development landscape over the years, why it's harder than ever to build and grow a business today, and why Hiten still launched FYI despite it all.

We also talked about how Hiten categorizes customer retention into different buckets, why products should focus on targeting an already existing behavior instead of trying to invent a new one, and how Hiten goes about customer development.

Hiten also shared his biggest learning about churn and retention after years of product development experience, the top 3 things that companies should focus on to improve customer retention, and his #1 piece of advice for anyone who wants to build a new product today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Today on Churn.FM, we have Hiten Shah, the founder and CEO of FYI, and other startups such as Kissmetrics, Crazy Egg, and Quick Sprout

We talked about the biggest shift in the product development landscape over the years, why it's harder than ever to build and grow a business today, and why Hiten still launched FYI despite it all.

We also talked about how Hiten categorizes customer retention into different buckets, why products should focus on targeting an already existing behavior instead of trying to invent a new one, and how Hiten goes about customer development.

Hiten also shared his biggest learning about churn and retention after years of product development experience, the top 3 things that companies should focus on to improve customer retention, and his #1 piece of advice for anyone who wants to build a new product today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1951434 Wed, 30 Oct 2019 11:00:00 +0200 2581 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 33 full false EP32 | Emily Lonetto (Voiceflow) - How to build, scale, and engage a user community to prevent churn and increase retention EP32 | Emily Lonetto (Voiceflow) - How to build, scale, and engage a user community to prevent churn and increase retention Today on Churn.fm we have Emily Lonetto. Emily is the Head of Growth at Voiceflow

In this episode, we talked about how Emily landed her role as Head of Growth at Voiceflow, Emily's experience in community building, and how she scaled the ambassador program at her previous job at Tilt.

We also talked about why community is vital when it comes to churn and retention, things early-stage startups need to get right to start building a community and how to manage the community effectively.

Emily also shared her insights on product onboarding, including her most successful onboarding project, her main inspiration in designing a new onboarding flow, and tips and tricks to design the perfect onboarding.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Emily Lonetto. Emily is the Head of Growth at Voiceflow

In this episode, we talked about how Emily landed her role as Head of Growth at Voiceflow, Emily's experience in community building, and how she scaled the ambassador program at her previous job at Tilt.

We also talked about why community is vital when it comes to churn and retention, things early-stage startups need to get right to start building a community and how to manage the community effectively.

Emily also shared her insights on product onboarding, including her most successful onboarding project, her main inspiration in designing a new onboarding flow, and tips and tricks to design the perfect onboarding.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1855312 Wed, 23 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2698 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 32 full false EP31 | Brian LaFaille (Looker) - How specialization within customer success will improve your retention EP31 | Brian LaFaille (Looker) - How specialization within customer success will improve your retention Today on Churn.fm, we have Brian LaFaille, Global Head of Customer Success Strategic Programs at Looker, and advisor at First Round Capital.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of specializations within a customer success team, at what stage you should look into hiring team members with specific skills, and actionable steps to bring your success team onto a specialized path.

We also discussed how customer success teams can start using data to decide their actions, why quantitative data is not enough, and how to assess and classify risks to set up the team for success.

Brian also shared how to conduct exit interviews with churning customers more effectively, how customer success should work closely with product teams, and who Brian thinks should own retention within a company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Brian LaFaille, Global Head of Customer Success Strategic Programs at Looker, and advisor at First Round Capital.

In this episode, we talked about the importance of specializations within a customer success team, at what stage you should look into hiring team members with specific skills, and actionable steps to bring your success team onto a specialized path.

We also discussed how customer success teams can start using data to decide their actions, why quantitative data is not enough, and how to assess and classify risks to set up the team for success.

Brian also shared how to conduct exit interviews with churning customers more effectively, how customer success should work closely with product teams, and who Brian thinks should own retention within a company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1855315 Wed, 16 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2602 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 31 full false EP30 | Ryan Singer - How Basecamp “interrogate” their customers to build a world-class product using the jobs-to-be-done framework EP30 | Ryan Singer - How Basecamp “interrogate” their customers to build a world-class product using the jobs-to-be-done framework Today on Churn.fm, we have Ryan Singer, Head of Product Strategy at Basecamp and the author of Shape Up: Stop Running in Circles and Ship Work that Matters.

In this episode, we talked about how Basecamp utilizes the Jobs-to-be-done framework to gather customer feedback, framing it from a supply and demand angle, and how it helps Basecamp's product team to decide on which problems to tackle first.

We also discussed how Ryan goes about finding the right customers to interview, his interviewing methods, or in his own words, his “customer interrogation" style and why jobs-to-be-done interviews should never be specifically about your product.

Ryan also explained why the cost of running a business is parallel to customer happiness, and shared his number one piece of advice for anyone who wants to build a product today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm, we have Ryan Singer, Head of Product Strategy at Basecamp and the author of Shape Up: Stop Running in Circles and Ship Work that Matters.

In this episode, we talked about how Basecamp utilizes the Jobs-to-be-done framework to gather customer feedback, framing it from a supply and demand angle, and how it helps Basecamp's product team to decide on which problems to tackle first.

We also discussed how Ryan goes about finding the right customers to interview, his interviewing methods, or in his own words, his “customer interrogation" style and why jobs-to-be-done interviews should never be specifically about your product.

Ryan also explained why the cost of running a business is parallel to customer happiness, and shared his number one piece of advice for anyone who wants to build a product today.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1783258 Wed, 09 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2901 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, product strategy 30 full false EP29 | Nick Franklin (ChartMogul) - Why retention is your #1 weapon to drive expansion revenue and how to track it EP29 | Nick Franklin (ChartMogul) - Why retention is your #1 weapon to drive expansion revenue and how to track it Today on Churn.fm we have Nick Franklin, the CEO and Founder of ChartMogul

In this episode, we talked about why Nick founded ChartMogul, the most important thing Nick learned about churn and retention, and why onboarding problem equals churn problem.

We also talked about how companies use ChartMogul to track their churn and retention, unique ways Nick’s customers go about preventing churn, and the main customer metric ChartMogul always focuses on.

 Nick also shared his insights on why customer retention is the #1 metric you should track if your revenue is based on expansion, why ChartMogul changed their revenue model and how ChartMogul thinks about the ownership of churn and retention metrics in the company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Nick Franklin, the CEO and Founder of ChartMogul

In this episode, we talked about why Nick founded ChartMogul, the most important thing Nick learned about churn and retention, and why onboarding problem equals churn problem.

We also talked about how companies use ChartMogul to track their churn and retention, unique ways Nick’s customers go about preventing churn, and the main customer metric ChartMogul always focuses on.

 Nick also shared his insights on why customer retention is the #1 metric you should track if your revenue is based on expansion, why ChartMogul changed their revenue model and how ChartMogul thinks about the ownership of churn and retention metrics in the company.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.



]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1783276 Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2743 29 full false EP 28 | Omid Razavi (ServiceNow) - Preventing churn by building out a product success team EP 28 | Omid Razavi (ServiceNow) - Preventing churn by building out a product success team Today on Churn.fm we have Omid Razavi, Global Head of Product Success at ServiceNow.

In this episode, we discussed the main difference between "customer success" and "product success", the 3 key aspects of the product success role, and how ServiceNow’s product success team handles and analyzes feedback to provide actionable insights for their product team.

We also discussed the importance of understanding your customer's level of maturity, how to prevent churn when your champions goals are shifting, and why you need to expand the number of "champions" you have inside your customer's companies.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Omid Razavi, Global Head of Product Success at ServiceNow.

In this episode, we discussed the main difference between "customer success" and "product success", the 3 key aspects of the product success role, and how ServiceNow’s product success team handles and analyzes feedback to provide actionable insights for their product team.

We also discussed the importance of understanding your customer's level of maturity, how to prevent churn when your champions goals are shifting, and why you need to expand the number of "champions" you have inside your customer's companies.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1705522 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2219 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 28 full false EP27 | Jenny Campbell (DiscoverOrg) - 3 crucial customer health metrics you should monitor to prevent churn EP27 | Jenny Campbell (DiscoverOrg) - 3 crucial customer health metrics you should monitor to prevent churn Today on Churn.fm we have Jenny Campbell, Vice President of Customer Experience at DiscoverOrg.

In this episode, we discussed the functions of customer marketing inside a customer success team; three essential things that move the customer retention needle; and how to define your customer segments.

We also talked about DiscoverOrg's systematic approach when it comes to customer onboarding, how they continuously iterate the onboarding process, and how they measure the impact and effectiveness.

Jenny also shared unique insights on the challenges she faced when DiscoverOrg acquired and merged with their competitors, and how DiscoverOrg "eats their own dog food" by using their own product for sales, marketing, and customer success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Jenny Campbell, Vice President of Customer Experience at DiscoverOrg.

In this episode, we discussed the functions of customer marketing inside a customer success team; three essential things that move the customer retention needle; and how to define your customer segments.

We also talked about DiscoverOrg's systematic approach when it comes to customer onboarding, how they continuously iterate the onboarding process, and how they measure the impact and effectiveness.

Jenny also shared unique insights on the challenges she faced when DiscoverOrg acquired and merged with their competitors, and how DiscoverOrg "eats their own dog food" by using their own product for sales, marketing, and customer success.

As usual, I'm excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1705528 Wed, 18 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2974 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 27 full false EP26 | Yu-Kai Chou - Gamification: 4 phases of a “Player’s Journey” and how it can help you improve retention EP26 | Yu-Kai Chou - Gamification: 4 phases of a “Player’s Journey” and how it can help you improve retention Today on Churn.FM we have Yu-Kai Chou, the author of Actionable Gamification and creator of the Octalysis framework.

We talked about the 4 phases of a player’s journey in the gamification framework, and how it can help make your product stickier, and prevent churn.

We also discussed examples of good gamification in SaaS, how much is too much, and how user onboarding can play a vital role in gamifying your retention.

Yu-Kai also talked about the importance of community in user retention, the role of personalization in gamification, and common mistakes companies make in implementing gamification principles.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.

Enjoy the episode!


]]> Today on Churn.FM we have Yu-Kai Chou, the author of Actionable Gamification and creator of the Octalysis framework.

We talked about the 4 phases of a player’s journey in the gamification framework, and how it can help make your product stickier, and prevent churn.

We also discussed examples of good gamification in SaaS, how much is too much, and how user onboarding can play a vital role in gamifying your retention.

Yu-Kai also talked about the importance of community in user retention, the role of personalization in gamification, and common mistakes companies make in implementing gamification principles.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode, and if you have any feedback, I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.

Enjoy the episode!


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1683853 Wed, 11 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2789 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 26 full false EP25 | Vinay Bhagat (TrustRadius) - How to increase customer retention by adapting to the modern buyer’s journey EP25 | Vinay Bhagat (TrustRadius) - How to increase customer retention by adapting to the modern buyer’s journey Today on Churn.fm we have Vinay Bhagat, Founder and CEO of TrustRadius, and ex-founder and CEO of Convio.

In this episode, we talk briefly about Vinay’s unique educational background, the biggest takeaway he got from being a student at three of the most prestigious universities in the world, and the moment he realized he was destined to become an entrepreneur. 

Vinay also shared how he prevents churn when a champion leaves his customer’s company, how he maintains retention by continuously educating customers, and how companies can adapt to the modern buying process.

We also discussed how to apply the “voice of customer” into your marketing and product development cycles, why transparency is the inevitable future of the buyer’s journey, and how you can drive more reviews from your customers.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

 

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Vinay Bhagat, Founder and CEO of TrustRadius, and ex-founder and CEO of Convio.

In this episode, we talk briefly about Vinay’s unique educational background, the biggest takeaway he got from being a student at three of the most prestigious universities in the world, and the moment he realized he was destined to become an entrepreneur. 

Vinay also shared how he prevents churn when a champion leaves his customer’s company, how he maintains retention by continuously educating customers, and how companies can adapt to the modern buying process.

We also discussed how to apply the “voice of customer” into your marketing and product development cycles, why transparency is the inevitable future of the buyer’s journey, and how you can drive more reviews from your customers.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

 

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1642636 Wed, 04 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2828 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 25 full false EP24 | Guillaume Cabane - 4 Simple churn crushing tactics to unlock hyper-growth for your startup EP24 | Guillaume Cabane - 4 Simple churn crushing tactics to unlock hyper-growth for your startup Today on Churn.fm we have Guillaume Cabane, also known as “G”. G was the former VP of Growth at hyper-growth startups such as Drift and Segment, and now works as a growth advisor for a number of different startups. 

In this episode we talk about forecasting churn, the most surprising factor G found that contributes to churn, and the simplest way to battle it.

We also discuss tracking and measuring your marketing efforts, the importance of understanding the “sales velocity” of your different marketing channels, and why you shouldn’t give up too quickly on a new marketing channel.

G also shared the craziest thing he had ever done with automation and emphasized how a slight advantage over your competitors can make a world of difference in the SaaS business world.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Guillaume Cabane, also known as “G”. G was the former VP of Growth at hyper-growth startups such as Drift and Segment, and now works as a growth advisor for a number of different startups. 

In this episode we talk about forecasting churn, the most surprising factor G found that contributes to churn, and the simplest way to battle it.

We also discuss tracking and measuring your marketing efforts, the importance of understanding the “sales velocity” of your different marketing channels, and why you shouldn’t give up too quickly on a new marketing channel.

G also shared the craziest thing he had ever done with automation and emphasized how a slight advantage over your competitors can make a world of difference in the SaaS business world.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1613935 Wed, 28 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2812 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success, growth, marketing 24 full false EP23 | Eleanor Dorfman - Faster is not always better: How Segment improved retention by adding friction to their onboarding process EP23 | Eleanor Dorfman - Faster is not always better: How Segment improved retention by adding friction to their onboarding process Today on Churn.fm we have Eleanor Dorfman, Head of Customer Expansion at Segment.

We talked about Eleanor’s unique background and how she transitioned from a career in law to education and finally settled in the tech startup world.

Eleanor also gave us insight into how Segment planned their current onboarding process, how adding friction to their onboarding lead to higher retention, and the most surprising thing they found that caused churn.

We also discussed why customer retention is a team sport, and how customer success starts at the beginning of the sales process and not after a sale has been made.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Eleanor Dorfman, Head of Customer Expansion at Segment.

We talked about Eleanor’s unique background and how she transitioned from a career in law to education and finally settled in the tech startup world.

Eleanor also gave us insight into how Segment planned their current onboarding process, how adding friction to their onboarding lead to higher retention, and the most surprising thing they found that caused churn.

We also discussed why customer retention is a team sport, and how customer success starts at the beginning of the sales process and not after a sale has been made.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1581508 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2601 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, business, customer success 23 full false EP22 | Michael Redbord - How HubSpot turns customers into marketers by creating a customer-driven culture EP22 | Michael Redbord - How HubSpot turns customers into marketers by creating a customer-driven culture Today on Churn.fm we have Michael Redbord, the General Manager of Service Hub at HubSpot.

We talked about why you should proactively turn your customers into your best marketers, how customer success teams play an important role in doing it, and why you should keep talking to customers as you scale. 

We also discussed why creating a mindset around churn and retention early on is important to an organization, and how to build a customer success team with that in mind. 

Michael also shared the evolution of HubSpot’s customer success team during their key growth phases and the 3 key roles of a customer success team.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Today on Churn.fm we have Michael Redbord, the General Manager of Service Hub at HubSpot.

We talked about why you should proactively turn your customers into your best marketers, how customer success teams play an important role in doing it, and why you should keep talking to customers as you scale. 

We also discussed why creating a mindset around churn and retention early on is important to an organization, and how to build a customer success team with that in mind. 

Michael also shared the evolution of HubSpot’s customer success team during their key growth phases and the 3 key roles of a customer success team.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1548463 Wed, 14 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0300 2820 churn, retention, engagement, subscription economy, referral, business, customer success 22 full false EP21 | Jinny Oh (Wandr) - How product strategy and UX design impact churn EP21 | Jinny Oh (Wandr) - How product strategy and UX design impact churn Today on CHURN.FM we have Jinny Oh, Founder of Wandr Studio, a product strategy and UX design firm.

We chatted about how Jinny built a multi-million dollar business as a digital nomad and her motivations to build a remote company.

We also discussed how Wandr helps SaaS companies tackle churn through product strategy and UX design, how to test your ideal customer personas before building a product, and the importance of having a solid information architecture to avoid build a Frankestein product.

Jinny also shared how product copy impacts product design, how to conduct a usability audit, and how to effectively roll out a product redesign without impacting the existing user's experience.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.


Enjoy the episode!

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have Jinny Oh, Founder of Wandr Studio, a product strategy and UX design firm.

We chatted about how Jinny built a multi-million dollar business as a digital nomad and her motivations to build a remote company.

We also discussed how Wandr helps SaaS companies tackle churn through product strategy and UX design, how to test your ideal customer personas before building a product, and the importance of having a solid information architecture to avoid build a Frankestein product.

Jinny also shared how product copy impacts product design, how to conduct a usability audit, and how to effectively roll out a product redesign without impacting the existing user's experience.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm and don’t forget to follow us on Twitter.


Enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1513381 Wed, 07 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2705 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 21 full false EP20 | John Gleeson - How KeepTruckin keeps a near-perfect customer retention rate EP20 | John Gleeson - How KeepTruckin keeps a near-perfect customer retention rate Today on CHURN.FM we have John Gleeson, the Head of Customer Success for Upper SMB, Mid Market, and Enterprise of KeepTruckin

We chatted about what it’s like building a customer success team in a fast-scaling startup and how they achieve a near-perfect customer retention rate.

John also shared the tool stack his Customer Success team uses, why their customer success team is set up into two different functions between onboarding and Customer Success, and how they proactively prepare for customer renewals.

We also discussed the importance of measuring a customer health score and how to utilize it, why closing new deals shouldn’t be the customer success manager’s responsibility, and how John would tackle churn and retention if he would join a new company and start from scratch.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have John Gleeson, the Head of Customer Success for Upper SMB, Mid Market, and Enterprise of KeepTruckin

We chatted about what it’s like building a customer success team in a fast-scaling startup and how they achieve a near-perfect customer retention rate.

John also shared the tool stack his Customer Success team uses, why their customer success team is set up into two different functions between onboarding and Customer Success, and how they proactively prepare for customer renewals.

We also discussed the importance of measuring a customer health score and how to utilize it, why closing new deals shouldn’t be the customer success manager’s responsibility, and how John would tackle churn and retention if he would join a new company and start from scratch.

As usual, I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on andrew@churn.fm. Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1474564 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0300 2697 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, churn business, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 20 full false EP19 | Wes Bush (ProductLed Institute) - Product-led growth, a buzz word or just good business? EP19 | Wes Bush (ProductLed Institute) - Product-led growth, a buzz word or just good business? Today on CHURN.FM we have Wes Bush, Author of "Product-Led Growth" &  host of the ProductLedSummit.com.

We chatted about what product-led growth is and why you should care. Why Wes started the Product-led Summit, and how you can get started with Product-led growth. 

We also discussed the importance of striking a balance between educating and motivating your users during user onboarding, why optimizing the first 5 minutes of a users journey is make or break moment and he provided a methodology to do so.

Wes also shared how to pick between a freemium and trial model in a product-led strategy, A framework for pricing and packaging a freemium offering, and what he would do starting out at a new company trying to tackle churn.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have Wes Bush, Author of "Product-Led Growth" &  host of the ProductLedSummit.com.

We chatted about what product-led growth is and why you should care. Why Wes started the Product-led Summit, and how you can get started with Product-led growth. 

We also discussed the importance of striking a balance between educating and motivating your users during user onboarding, why optimizing the first 5 minutes of a users journey is make or break moment and he provided a methodology to do so.

Wes also shared how to pick between a freemium and trial model in a product-led strategy, A framework for pricing and packaging a freemium offering, and what he would do starting out at a new company trying to tackle churn.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1449433 Wed, 24 Jul 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2773 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 19 full false EP18 | Tina Todorovic - How this early-stage startup used instructional videos to curb churn EP18 | Tina Todorovic - How this early-stage startup used instructional videos to curb churn Today on CHURN.FM we have Tina Todorovic, co-founder of Social Web Suite, a social media management platform for WordPress sites.

We chatted about why Social Web Suite built a product focused on WordPress and how they scratched their own itch in the process.

We also discussed the authentic process that Tina took to collect user feedback during their beta period and the tools she used to do so.

Tina also shared how they managed to reduce 80% of their support requests and increase retention using clear website copy and targeted contextual instructional videos.

I  spoke to Tina today who is at a much earlier stage than all our previous guests and I’m interested to hear if you think I should be speaking to more early-stage startups. If you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have Tina Todorovic, co-founder of Social Web Suite, a social media management platform for WordPress sites.

We chatted about why Social Web Suite built a product focused on WordPress and how they scratched their own itch in the process.

We also discussed the authentic process that Tina took to collect user feedback during their beta period and the tools she used to do so.

Tina also shared how they managed to reduce 80% of their support requests and increase retention using clear website copy and targeted contextual instructional videos.

I  spoke to Tina today who is at a much earlier stage than all our previous guests and I’m interested to hear if you think I should be speaking to more early-stage startups. If you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1421467 Wed, 17 Jul 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2361 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 18 full false EP17 | Stephen Levin (Zapier) - Why churn cannot be measured with a single number EP17 | Stephen Levin (Zapier) - Why churn cannot be measured with a single number Today on churn.fm we have Stephen Levin, currently working on special projects for the CEO of Zapier and the owner of Think Analytically.

We chatted about why churn is not a metric that should be measured with one number, the difference between customer, user and revenue churn and when to use the three.

We also discussed the mistakes startups make when measuring churn, how contract length impacts retention, and why tracking cohorts is critical when measuring churn.

Stephen also shared how to track the impact of changes your company makes to processes and product on churn, how to determine the input metrics that impact churn, and the power of integrations when it comes to increasing customer retention.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Today on churn.fm we have Stephen Levin, currently working on special projects for the CEO of Zapier and the owner of Think Analytically.

We chatted about why churn is not a metric that should be measured with one number, the difference between customer, user and revenue churn and when to use the three.

We also discussed the mistakes startups make when measuring churn, how contract length impacts retention, and why tracking cohorts is critical when measuring churn.

Stephen also shared how to track the impact of changes your company makes to processes and product on churn, how to determine the input metrics that impact churn, and the power of integrations when it comes to increasing customer retention.

I’m excited to hear what you think of this episode and if you have any feedback I would love to hear from you. You can email me directly on Andrew@churn.fm

Enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1392481 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2717 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 17 full false EP16 | David Skok (Matrix Partners) - Why churn is a critical metric for investors to understand when evaluating a startup EP16 | David Skok (Matrix Partners) - Why churn is a critical metric for investors to understand when evaluating a startup Today on CHURN.FM we have David Skok, a four-time founder, investor, and author of the blog For Entrepreneurs. 

We chatted about how David evaluates startups to invest in, the definition of product market fit, and what he looks for after it.

We also discussed the importance of churn and retention in the investment evaluation process, the key characteristics that companies with great retention share, and the power of negative churn.

David also shared what a healthy LTV to CAC ratio should be, why the time to recover CAC is critical, and what attracted him to SaaS, to begin with.

I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too! 

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have David Skok, a four-time founder, investor, and author of the blog For Entrepreneurs. 

We chatted about how David evaluates startups to invest in, the definition of product market fit, and what he looks for after it.

We also discussed the importance of churn and retention in the investment evaluation process, the key characteristics that companies with great retention share, and the power of negative churn.

David also shared what a healthy LTV to CAC ratio should be, why the time to recover CAC is critical, and what attracted him to SaaS, to begin with.

I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too! 

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1362961 Wed, 03 Jul 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2717 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 16 full false EP15 | April Dunford - How to develop a retention building product positioning EP15 | April Dunford - How to develop a retention building product positioning Today on CHURN.FM we have April Dunford, a product positioning consultant and author of Obviously Awesome. April helps startups position their products so that their customers get it, buy it, and love it.

We chatted about the definition of positioning and what it is and isn’t.

We also discussed how positioning impacts customer churn and the common mistakes startups make when positioning their products.

April also shared the 3 styles of positioning your product in a market, how positioning feeds your messaging, and how you can tell when you have a positioning problem.

I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too! 

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have April Dunford, a product positioning consultant and author of Obviously Awesome. April helps startups position their products so that their customers get it, buy it, and love it.

We chatted about the definition of positioning and what it is and isn’t.

We also discussed how positioning impacts customer churn and the common mistakes startups make when positioning their products.

April also shared the 3 styles of positioning your product in a market, how positioning feeds your messaging, and how you can tell when you have a positioning problem.

I really enjoyed this conversation and I hope you do too! 

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1332274 Wed, 26 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2725 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 15 full false EP14 | Dennis Kayser - How Forecast uses predictive modelling to combat churn EP14 | Dennis Kayser - How Forecast uses predictive modelling to combat churn In today's episode of CHURN.FM we have Dennis Kayser the Founder and CEO of Forecast. Forecast helps project-based companies automate operations, empower people and leverage insights to drive business performance and client success. Their goal is to eliminate all manual processes of resource & project management by using Artificial Intelligence to setup and manage projects automatically.

We chatted about why retention is Forecast’s biggest lever for growth with 80- 90% of new users coming from organic sources.

We also discussed how to set up a churn prediction model, what variables to include in a lead scoring model and how to use your ideal customer personas in your lead scoring and churn prediction models.

Dennis also shared the quantitative measures you can take to flesh out your ideal customer personas and how transitioning from a startup to scale up impacts your personas.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> In today's episode of CHURN.FM we have Dennis Kayser the Founder and CEO of Forecast. Forecast helps project-based companies automate operations, empower people and leverage insights to drive business performance and client success. Their goal is to eliminate all manual processes of resource & project management by using Artificial Intelligence to setup and manage projects automatically.

We chatted about why retention is Forecast’s biggest lever for growth with 80- 90% of new users coming from organic sources.

We also discussed how to set up a churn prediction model, what variables to include in a lead scoring model and how to use your ideal customer personas in your lead scoring and churn prediction models.

Dennis also shared the quantitative measures you can take to flesh out your ideal customer personas and how transitioning from a startup to scale up impacts your personas.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1302331 Wed, 19 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2394 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 14 full false EP13 | Andrus Purde - How user acquisition impacts churn and how to measure it effectively EP13 | Andrus Purde - How user acquisition impacts churn and how to measure it effectively Today on the show we have Andrus Purde the Founder of Outfunnel. Outfunnel is a sales-centric marketing automation tool that tightly integrates with modern CRM’s like Pipedrive. You can automate email marketing campaigns, track email and website behavior from click to conversion and get useful insights for your business.

We chatted about the customer development process that took Andrus from idea to Outfunnel and how he created structured data from the in-person interviews.

We also discussed the role of user acquisition on churn and how you can’t do acquisition well without understanding the impacts on LTV.

Andrus also shared the attribution model used at Pipedrive that unlocked insights on their best-performing channels and campaigns by customer lifetime value.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> Today on the show we have Andrus Purde the Founder of Outfunnel. Outfunnel is a sales-centric marketing automation tool that tightly integrates with modern CRM’s like Pipedrive. You can automate email marketing campaigns, track email and website behavior from click to conversion and get useful insights for your business.

We chatted about the customer development process that took Andrus from idea to Outfunnel and how he created structured data from the in-person interviews.

We also discussed the role of user acquisition on churn and how you can’t do acquisition well without understanding the impacts on LTV.

Andrus also shared the attribution model used at Pipedrive that unlocked insights on their best-performing channels and campaigns by customer lifetime value.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1269139 Wed, 12 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2305 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 13 full false EP12 | Patrick Campbell - How Profitwell increased their customer lifetime value from $6k to $150K EP12 | Patrick Campbell - How Profitwell increased their customer lifetime value from $6k to $150K In today's episode of churn.fm, we have Patrick Campbell the Founder of Profitwell. ProfitWell provides free subscription metrics software to help you identify opportunities and then tools to help you reduce churn, optimize pricing, and grow your subscription business end-to-end.

We chatted about how Profitwell added a services layer on top of their software business that decreased churn and increased their customer lifetime value from $6,000 - $150,000.

We also discussed what companies get wrong when tackling churn, the steps required to nail your pricing strategy, the importance of value-based pricing and what your value metric should look like. 

Patrick also shared what he would do to tackle churn when given the task starting at a new company.

This episode was priceless, I hope you enjoy it!

]]> In today's episode of churn.fm, we have Patrick Campbell the Founder of Profitwell. ProfitWell provides free subscription metrics software to help you identify opportunities and then tools to help you reduce churn, optimize pricing, and grow your subscription business end-to-end.

We chatted about how Profitwell added a services layer on top of their software business that decreased churn and increased their customer lifetime value from $6,000 - $150,000.

We also discussed what companies get wrong when tackling churn, the steps required to nail your pricing strategy, the importance of value-based pricing and what your value metric should look like. 

Patrick also shared what he would do to tackle churn when given the task starting at a new company.

This episode was priceless, I hope you enjoy it!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1237325 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2508 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 12 full false EP11 | Mike Fiorillo - How Invision accidentally increased retention by focusing on virality EP11 | Mike Fiorillo - How Invision accidentally increased retention by focusing on virality Today on churn.fm we have Mike Fiorillo the Founder of Optimology and previously a Growth Product Manager and Head of Optimization at Invision. Invision is a digital product design platform powering the world’s best user experiences.

We chatted about Mike’s experience at Invision and his journey transitioning from conversion rate optimisation to product growth when they realised they were hitting diminishing returns on the CRO experiments being run. We discussed how they calculated the sample size required for tests and the statistical significance, how they prioritised experiments to run, and their process of building context for these experiments through quantitative and qualitative research.

We also discussed how testing mitigates opinions and how Invision accidentally increased retention by focusing on virality.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> Today on churn.fm we have Mike Fiorillo the Founder of Optimology and previously a Growth Product Manager and Head of Optimization at Invision. Invision is a digital product design platform powering the world’s best user experiences.

We chatted about Mike’s experience at Invision and his journey transitioning from conversion rate optimisation to product growth when they realised they were hitting diminishing returns on the CRO experiments being run. We discussed how they calculated the sample size required for tests and the statistical significance, how they prioritised experiments to run, and their process of building context for these experiments through quantitative and qualitative research.

We also discussed how testing mitigates opinions and how Invision accidentally increased retention by focusing on virality.

I hope you enjoy this episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1207562 Wed, 29 May 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2534 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 11 full false EP10 | Julie Hogan (Drift) - Drift's focus on their customer's success and it's churn crushing effects EP10 | Julie Hogan (Drift) - Drift's focus on their customer's success and it's churn crushing effects In today's episode of churn.fm, we have Julie Hogan, VP of the Customer team at Drift - a conversational marketing platform.

We chatted about Julie’s early days at both HubSpot and Drift and the challenges that come with building category-defining businesses. The impact that the stage of your business has on churn and retention, and the importance of focusing on your early adopters to convert them into lifelong customer evangelists.

We also discussed the 3 sins of customer success, how drawing inspiration from businesses outside your industry can improve your processes, and the importance of focusing on leading indicators as opposed to the final score.

Surprise, surprise this was a great conversation, enjoy the episode!

]]> In today's episode of churn.fm, we have Julie Hogan, VP of the Customer team at Drift - a conversational marketing platform.

We chatted about Julie’s early days at both HubSpot and Drift and the challenges that come with building category-defining businesses. The impact that the stage of your business has on churn and retention, and the importance of focusing on your early adopters to convert them into lifelong customer evangelists.

We also discussed the 3 sins of customer success, how drawing inspiration from businesses outside your industry can improve your processes, and the importance of focusing on leading indicators as opposed to the final score.

Surprise, surprise this was a great conversation, enjoy the episode!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1168796 Wed, 22 May 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2636 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 10 full false EP9 | Steli Efti (Close) - How to build a sustainable sales model that drives long term retention EP9 | Steli Efti (Close) - How to build a sustainable sales model that drives long term retention In today’s episode, I chatted to Steli Efti, the CEO & Co-founder of Close. A cloud-based CRM software optimized to help salespeople close more deals.

We talked about how Close aligns their sales, success, and company around long term retention. 

We also touched on how to build a predictable, repeatable, and scalable sales process, how to define your ideal customer persona, the biggest mistake sales teams make, and why building up your sales teams confidence will reduce churn by aligning their pitch with the value your company delivers.

I hope you enjoy the show!

]]> In today’s episode, I chatted to Steli Efti, the CEO & Co-founder of Close. A cloud-based CRM software optimized to help salespeople close more deals.

We talked about how Close aligns their sales, success, and company around long term retention. 

We also touched on how to build a predictable, repeatable, and scalable sales process, how to define your ideal customer persona, the biggest mistake sales teams make, and why building up your sales teams confidence will reduce churn by aligning their pitch with the value your company delivers.

I hope you enjoy the show!

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1143995 Wed, 15 May 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2299 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 9 full true EP8 | Shaun Clowes (Metromile) - Retention and engagement lessons learned building Atlassian’s growth team from 0 to 50 people strong 💪 EP8 | Shaun Clowes (Metromile) - Retention and engagement lessons learned building Atlassian’s growth team from 0 to 50 people strong 💪 In today’s episode, I chatted to Shaun Clowes, the Chief Product Officer at Metromile and previous Head of Growth at Atlassian.

We talked about how Atlassian measured success in the early days and their relentless focus on delivering value. 

We also touched on why enterprise users are more similar to their SMB counterparts than you think, Atlassian’s land and grab strategy that fueled their expansion revenue and the differences in tackling churn between B2B and B2C companies.

This was one of my favorite interviews to date, I hope you enjoy the show.

]]> In today’s episode, I chatted to Shaun Clowes, the Chief Product Officer at Metromile and previous Head of Growth at Atlassian.

We talked about how Atlassian measured success in the early days and their relentless focus on delivering value. 

We also touched on why enterprise users are more similar to their SMB counterparts than you think, Atlassian’s land and grab strategy that fueled their expansion revenue and the differences in tackling churn between B2B and B2C companies.

This was one of my favorite interviews to date, I hope you enjoy the show.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1097513 Wed, 08 May 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2665 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 8 full false EP7 | Pulkit Agrawal (Chameleon) - How to build a churn busting user onboarding experience EP7 | Pulkit Agrawal (Chameleon) - How to build a churn busting user onboarding experience On the show today we welcome Pulkit Agrawal, Co-founder & CEO at Chameleon, a platform that helps companies build user onboarding without writing a line code.  

Tune in as we discuss why you should care about your user onboarding experience, its relationship to churn and retention, and user onboarding tests you can run in your business.

]]> On the show today we welcome Pulkit Agrawal, Co-founder & CEO at Chameleon, a platform that helps companies build user onboarding without writing a line code.  

Tune in as we discuss why you should care about your user onboarding experience, its relationship to churn and retention, and user onboarding tests you can run in your business.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1071452 Wed, 01 May 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2478 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 7 full false EP6 | Nir Eyal (Hooked) - Frequency is the key to building habits into your product EP6 | Nir Eyal (Hooked) - Frequency is the key to building habits into your product In this episode, I share the mic with Nir Eyal, author of the best-selling book Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products. 

Listen in as Nir explains the Hook Model, the role of frequency and why frequency is the number one reason your product is not going to become a habit, the ethical way to build habit-forming products, and his new book Indistractable. 

]]> In this episode, I share the mic with Nir Eyal, author of the best-selling book Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products. 

Listen in as Nir explains the Hook Model, the role of frequency and why frequency is the number one reason your product is not going to become a habit, the ethical way to build habit-forming products, and his new book Indistractable. 

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1047985 Wed, 24 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2316 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 6 full false EP5 | Heidi Gibson (GoDaddy) - GoDaddy's magic metric for crushing churn EP5 | Heidi Gibson (GoDaddy) - GoDaddy's magic metric for crushing churn Today on CHURN.FM we have Heidi Gibson with us. Heidi is a Senior Director of Product Management at GoDaddy. Heidi was tasked with building a cross-functional growth team of product and marketing, focused on acquisition, retention, and engagement over the last 3 years at GoDaddy. 

Tune in as Heidi explains how they measure retention across their different products, their magic metric to success, how they use support as a secret weapon, and how GoDaddy is transitioning themselves from a commodity service company to a software as a service business.


]]> Today on CHURN.FM we have Heidi Gibson with us. Heidi is a Senior Director of Product Management at GoDaddy. Heidi was tasked with building a cross-functional growth team of product and marketing, focused on acquisition, retention, and engagement over the last 3 years at GoDaddy. 

Tune in as Heidi explains how they measure retention across their different products, their magic metric to success, how they use support as a secret weapon, and how GoDaddy is transitioning themselves from a commodity service company to a software as a service business.


]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1042779 Wed, 17 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0300 3800 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 5 full false EP4 | Pedro Magrico (Typeform) - Integrations are sticky EP4 | Pedro Magrico (Typeform) - Integrations are sticky Today on CHURN.FM we’re featuring Pedro Magriço. Pedro was previously the Director of Product Growth at Typeform. In this episode, Pedro shares what he learned working at Typeform over the last 5 years.

We dive into the experiments they tried to reduce churn, their success with integrations, how to A/B test pricing and much more.

]]> Today on CHURN.FM we’re featuring Pedro Magriço. Pedro was previously the Director of Product Growth at Typeform. In this episode, Pedro shares what he learned working at Typeform over the last 5 years.

We dive into the experiments they tried to reduce churn, their success with integrations, how to A/B test pricing and much more.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1030962 Wed, 10 Apr 2019 19:00:00 +0300 2600 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 4 full false EP3 | Janna Bastow (ProdPad) - Value-based pricing for the win EP3 | Janna Bastow (ProdPad) - Value-based pricing for the win Janna Bastow is the Founder and CEO of ProdPad. On CHURN.FM today she shares their unique approach to gamifying onboarding and how experimenting with value-based pricing helped them cross over the magic threshold to negative churn.

]]> Janna Bastow is the Founder and CEO of ProdPad. On CHURN.FM today she shares their unique approach to gamifying onboarding and how experimenting with value-based pricing helped them cross over the magic threshold to negative churn.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1007079 Wed, 03 Apr 2019 20:00:00 +0300 2458 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 3 full false EP2 | Savvas Zortikis (Viral Loops) - Winning with customer success EP2 | Savvas Zortikis (Viral Loops) - Winning with customer success Today on CHURN.FM our guest is Savvas Zortikis, the CEO & Founder of Viral Loops. Savvas talks about the importance of customer success at the very early stage and how they go about tackling churn and retention as a team.

]]> Today on CHURN.FM our guest is Savvas Zortikis, the CEO & Founder of Viral Loops. Savvas talks about the importance of customer success at the very early stage and how they go about tackling churn and retention as a team.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1007067 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 21:00:00 +0300 2710 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, churn business, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 2 full false EP1 | Brian Balfour (Reforge) - Churn is the silent killer EP1 | Brian Balfour (Reforge) - Churn is the silent killer Brian Balfour is the founder and CEO of Reforge, previously VP of Growth at HubSpot. Today on CHURN.FM we discussed his thoughts on why retention is the one metric that rules them all, why churn is the silent killer, and what metrics you should be tracking.

]]> Brian Balfour is the founder and CEO of Reforge, previously VP of Growth at HubSpot. Today on CHURN.FM we discussed his thoughts on why retention is the one metric that rules them all, why churn is the silent killer, and what metrics you should be tracking.

]]> Andrew Michael Buzzsprout-1007058 Sun, 31 Mar 2019 20:00:00 +0300 2123 churn, retention, engagement, activation, pricing, delinquent churn, subscription economy, referral, business, marketing, product, customer success 1 full false EP0 | Andrew Michael (Churn.fm) - Intro EP0 | Andrew Michael (Churn.fm) - Intro CHURN.FM is the podcast for subscription economy pros. Every Wednesday we hear how the world’s fastest growing companies are tackling churn and using retention & engagement to fuel their growth.

]]> CHURN.FM is the podcast for subscription economy pros. Every Wednesday we hear how the world’s fastest growing companies are tackling churn and using retention & engagement to fuel their growth.

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