Podcasts about Freemium

In this episode of Chronicles, Luca is joined by Proper Horrorshow to discuss Ghost Stories of an Antiquary by M. R. James. They explore each of his remarkable short stories and their themes of rationalism, transgression, and the supernatural.

Meeds is joined by Freemium to discuss the weeks happenings at Chelsea FC. After a brilliant win against the Spuds, Chelsea are held to a disappointing draw against Qarabag. Chelsea once again needing to bounce back against Wolves. The boys discuss all things Chelsea including: 1-0 win vs Spurs The inversion conundrum Qarabag 2-2 draw. Lavia's heartbreak. Tosin's negative influence Gap to the rest? Wolves (H) Preview Become a ChessyHour Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/c/ChessyHour Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textWelcome to What's Up in Business Travel for Week 44 of 2025.  This is a weekly podcast where we update you on what's up this week in the world of business travel.  This podcast is great for those who need to know what's happening all in under 15 minutes.On this week's podcast, we covered the following stories:Navan shares open on Nasdaq, Price dropsHotel industry implores Congress to end the shutdownAir Traffic Controllers miss 1st full paycheckJetBlue Q3 yields up in Q3Alaska Q3 corporate revenue upDOT terminates 13 Mexican routes to USAirlines close deal for shares of WestJetSouthwest raises international profileAlaska & Hawaiian secure a single operating certificateAvis Budget pledges 'hard reset'Wizz Air revives $580 Pass IndiGo's India-China flight takes offCornerstone launches UpstreamAmex GBT launches 'Freemium' consulting for SMEsAmadeus Cytric launches 'Prime' TMC Partnership ProgramYou can subscribe to this podcast by searching 'BusinessTravel360' on your favorite podcast player or visiting BusinessTravel360.comThis podcast was created, edited and distributed by BusinessTravel360.  Be sure to sign up for regular updates at BusinessTravel360.com - Enjoy!Support the show

Dan & Samson the producer set about saving the Imperium of Mankind, from itself.

This week Beau begins to discuss the longest battle of World War I, the battle of Verdun; the most titanic and gruesome showdown between France and Germany on the Western Front.

“In this world of AI, there's going to be more software, not less — and design and craft will matter more than ever,” Figma CFO Praveer Melwani says. On this episode of the Bloomberg Intelligence Tech Disruptors podcast hosted by BI technology analyst Anurag Rana, Melwani adds that Figma is a web-native, multiplayer platform for moving from idea to design to developer handoff, noting it complements rather than replaces Adobe. Melwani outlines the freemium-to-enterprise model and bundled seats (Viewer, Collab, Dev, Full). The discussion spans core Design, FigJam, Dev Mode and new Figma Make, plus integrations of third-party AI tools using model context protocol (MCP). Melwani also covers recent pricing and packaging changes, as well as how AI alters costs, usage and expectations.

Dr. Sebastian Voigt spricht mit Christoph Zöller, Gründer und CEO von Instaffo, über Pricing-Strategien im HRTech-Bereich – von Freemium über Subscription bis hin zu Performance-Based-Modellen. Gemeinsam diskutieren sie, wie sich der Recruiting-Markt verändert, was Planbarkeit heute wirklich wert ist und warum ein gutes Preismodell oft entscheidet, ob eine Plattform wächst oder stagniert. Christoph erklärt, warum Instaffo vom klassischen Slot- und Jahresmodell zu einer erfolgsbasierten Fee wechselte, welche Rolle Marktzyklen, Liquidität und Daten dabei spielen und weshalb Transparenz und Einfachheit oft stärker wirken als komplexe Preisdifferenzierung.  „Wir müssen die Companies nicht zwölf Monate an uns binden. Wir wollen so ein gutes Produkt entwickeln, dass sie immer wieder zu uns zurückkommen – und darauf optimieren wir“, sagt Zöller im Gespräch.  Außerdem geht es um den Einsatz von KI und AI-Interviews im Recruiting, um Marktzyklen, die richtige Balance zwischen Angebot und Nachfrage und darum, wie Plattformen nachhaltig wachsen können, ohne an Fairness und Vertrauen zu verlieren. Über den Gast Christoph Zöller ist Gründer und CEO von Instaffo, einer der am schnellsten wachsenden Recruiting-Plattformen Europas. Das 2015 gegründete Unternehmen mit Sitz in Heidelberg vernetzt rund 1.800 Firmen mit qualifizierten Talenten. Mit seinem Team hat Zöller Recruiting neu gedacht – hin zu einem Reverse-Recruiting-Modell, bei dem sich Unternehmen bei Talenten bewerben. Durch KI-basiertes Matching und ein erfolgsbasiertes Preismodell macht Instaffo Bewerbungsprozesse schneller, transparenter und effizienter. Außerdem ist Zöller Co-Founding Shareholder und Chairman bei Paretos sowie Investor in mehrere europäische AI- und SaaS-Start-ups.

Send us a textWARNING! Explicit lyrics!!! (NOT suitable for children)Here's a show full of A.I. generated/adapted music. This new technology is breathing a whole new life and new vibe into these songs. I wrote the last 2 songs and with the help of A.I. I think they turned out pretty damn good! Hope you enjoy. Would love your feedback.  How do you feel about A.I.? Support the showWebsite https://www.djbenniejames.com TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@benniejames5 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@djbenniejameslive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benniejames3/ X https://x.com/benniejames123 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bennie.james.10 Studio Phone Line 1-856 295-1753 - (for voicemail message only)Licensed by ASCAP 400009874

Dan looks at the real motivations for Digital IDs and how they will be used to usher in generations of serfdom. 

In this episode of The Association Insights Podcast, we launch our Member Value Reimagined series with a bold and inspiring story from the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT). Host Meghan Henning sits down with Pat White, Director of Membership, and Nealy Wheat, Chief Financial & Administrative Officer, to explore how ASNT broke the mold—replacing a traditional dues-based model with a freemium structure that's already delivering surprising results.

Madhavan Ramanujam of 49 Palms Ventures joins Nick to discuss Prioritizing Monetization: Beautifully Simple Pricing, AI Models for Profitable Growth, and Guardrails for Freemium and Expansion Tiers. In this episode we cover: Scaling Innovation: A Sequel to Monetizing Innovation Balancing Value and Price Enterprise Adoption of Outcome-Based Models Usage-Based Pricing and Cost Management Strategic Advice for Different Startup Phases Implementing Sub-Optimal Pricing Strategies Nine Strategies to Architect Profitable Growth Guest Links: Madhavan's LinkedIn Madhavan's X The host of The Full Ratchet is Nick Moran of New Stack Ventures, a venture capital firm committed to investing in founders outside of the Bay Area. We're proud to partner with Ramp, the modern finance automation platform. Book a demo and get $150—no strings attached.   Want to keep up to date with The Full Ratchet? Follow us on social. You can learn more about New Stack Ventures by visiting our LinkedIn and Twitter.

A little 12+ minute taste of what Bobby and Sam talked about on the Patreon-exclusive Bayou Bucket react episode, which you can get access to by going to patreon.com/shpawdcast and supporting the work the guys do talking about the Cougars.

Stefano Puntoni, Wharton Marketing Professor and Co-Director of the Wharton Human AI Research Program, explores the evolving strategies behind monetizing AI platforms, the implications of sponsored chatbots for consumer trust, and the critical role of energy efficiency in ensuring AI's sustainable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

En este episodio hablamos de los eventos más relevantes relacionados a los mercados financieros de Estados Unidos durante la semana laboral que terminó el viernes 15 de agosto de 2025.En la empresa de la semana hablamos de Figma $FIG (07:34)Y en la sección educativa hablamos sobre el concepto de Freemium (12:35)Les dejo la liga a nuestro canal de youtube donde podrán encontrar los audiogramas y videos educativos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6thsV8Y_m2DgYPOqjLVfSQY también dejo la liga del blog donde estaremos subiendo las transcripciones de los episodios: www.ramonlog.com

Dan hosts Professor Ed Dutton and his co-author debate Dr Dani Sulikowski about the real reason the left's biology is compelling them to destroy western civilisation.

A lot of SaaS founders start with freemium because it feels like the easiest way to get users in the door—but then those users never really convert. You end up with a bloated free tier, server costs piling up, and barely enough paying customers to keep things going. It's like giving away your best stuff and hoping someone eventually offers to pay for it. And the worst part is, by the time you realize what's happening, it's already eating into your runway. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IV69xh5WFrE Dan Balcauski, founder and Chief Pricing Officer of Product Tranquility, helps B2B SaaS companies fine-tune pricing to drive real growth. Today, he explains why freemium often fails in B2B, especially when customer value isn't clearly defined. He shares how subscription models have matured and why pricing needs to reflect what users actually care about. His focus: use value-based metrics to build smarter, more profitable product strategies. Stay tuned! Quotes: “If you don't really understand how you're charging customers or haven't thought it through well, you're missing the highest leverage opportunities.” “I would spend most of my time on what the price tag goes on, and little time on what number goes on the price tag.” “Value, like beauty, is in the eye of the beholder. We need to understand it's not what we think; it's what those customers think, whom we're actually trying to sell this to.” Resources: Accelerate your growth today | Product Tranquility Connect with Dan Balcauski on LinkedIn

Kert Kenner | Myynnillä on asiaa | #neuvottelija 345. Kert Kenner tuplajaksossa Samin kanssa modernista myynnistä, myynnin automaatiosta CRM:illä ja tekoälyllä sekä yhä mukana olevasta ihmiskontakteista. Katsokaa myös Kertin keskustelu Samin kanssa.(00:00) Kert Kennerin Mynnillä on asiaa, Samin Neuvotteluvalta-tilataide(00:21) Guns N' Rosesin paras biisi (14 years, Estranged, November Rain)(02:48) Kert Kennerin ura, myynnin valmennus ja yrittäjyys(04:12) Tubetus ja podcastit, Kertin myyntipodcastit yksin ja muiden kanssa(05:34) Suppilomallit, markkinointi ja kontaktin rakentaminen(06:57) Myynnin eri mallit: rusetti, hyrrä ja niiden kontekstit(08:05) Toimeksiantojen alku, asiantuntijarooli ja valmentajan vastuu(09:49) Lineaarisen median hiipuminen ja inhimillisen kontaktin paluu(11:10) Tekoälyn hyödyntämättömyys ja ihmiskeskeinen myynti(12:23) Ajan arvostus, aidot kohtaamiset ja vanhan koulun edut(13:34) Puhelinvastauksen eroavaisuudet ja monikanavaisuuden tarve(14:54) Myyjän aktiivinen ote, ei odottelua vaan toimintaa(16:09) Inboundin ja outboundin yhdistäminen fullbound-malliksi(17:34) Henkilöbrändi, LinkedInin voima ja sisältöstrategia(18:59) Parasosiaalinen suhde ja sisältöjen jatkuva vaikutus(20:06) Ruba TikTokissa, pioneerit ja henkilöbrändäyksen kulttuuri(21:33) Tekoälyagentit, Perplexity, ChatGPT ja Googlen muutos(22:43) Sadan tekoälyagentin armeija, joka tukee konsultointia(25:15) Pipedrive, asiakasintelligenssi ja järjestelmien yhteispeli(26:38) Tietosuojariskit, kehityksen vauhti ja deepfake-puhelut(29:20) Miksi-ajattelu, käyttöönoton haasteet ja arjen esteet(30:35) Sarasvuolainen ajattelu, neuvottelun konkretisointi(31:53) Ohipuhumista, ohi napsahtavia magneetteja ja lässytystä(33:22) Always Be Closing (ABC) -fraasin väärinymmärrys ja käytännön esimerkki(34:32) Shortsikaveri ja myyntikirjan valkea-vaihemalli(36:11) Neuvottelutaitojen kehitettävyys, ei synnynnäistä lahjakkuutta(37:22) AIDA-malli, kiinnostuksen herätys ja sisällön rooli(38:42) 24/7 myynti sisällöillä, asiakkaan mielessä pysyminen(40:01) Ville Tolvasen Piemonten viinit, seminaarit ja yhteisöt(41:24) Kolmen pointin malli, Stubbin koulutus ja karismaattisuus(44:01) Tuotelähtöisyydestä arvoperustaiseen ja viestivään myyntiin(45:19) Tekoälyn konversio-ongelmat, churn ja asiakasdialogi(47:44) Hintakilpailun sudenkuopat ja arvolähtöinen argumentointi(49:10) Freemium-mallin kritiikki, vakuuttaminen ja asiakasymmärrys#neuvottelija Sisäpiirissä keskustellaan Eestistä, jonne Kert harvemmin kaipaa perkeleesti

On Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business Week: Creators want to get paid for their work, but should they also release content for free as well? Ziwei Cong, assistant professor of marketing, says yes. Ziwei Cong is an Assistant Professor of Marketing at McDonough School of Business, Georgetown University. Her research employs econometrics and machine […]

Subscribe now to get more insights delivered to your inbox from today's most innovative business leaders and marketing pioneers who are redefining how companies grow in the digital age.Bill Macaitis shares his expertise on Product-Led Growth (PLG), revealing insights from his time as CMO at Slack, Zendesk, and SVP of Marketing at Salesforce where he helped drive remarkable growth through customer-centric strategies.• PLG is about recognizing that people spend more time in products and infusing marketing, sales, and support directly into the product experience• Enterprise software often fails because it prioritizes features over usability, while successful PLG focuses on making products beautifully simple• Freemium models can transform free users into powerful marketing assets—at Slack, Bill saw 10 million free users as an extension of his marketing team• Teams need shared metrics beyond traditional funnel metrics to prevent "warfare" between sales and marketing departments• AI is transforming go-to-market strategies through personalization at scale, enabling outcome-based pricing, and lowering barriers for new businesses• Google faces a classic innovator's dilemma by clinging to search-based revenue while competitors deliver direct answers through AI• Successful PLG implementation requires company-wide commitment rather than just assigning a small "tiger team"Visit SaasCMOPro.com to access Bill's free educational content about product-led growth, freemium models, and modern B2B marketing strategies.When Bill Macaitis talks about product-led growth, he speaks from experience—not theory. As the marketing mastermind behind Slack's explosive expansion, Zendesk's IPO journey, and Salesforce's growth engine, Bill's insights cut through the noise of business buzzwords to reveal what actually works in today's tech ecosystem.Bill dismantles conventional wisdom about enterprise software sales, arguing that, "Most enterprise products suck. They're really hard to use."Bill makes a compelling case for freemium models, challenging the widespread fear of giving away products for free. At Slack, he viewed their 10 million free users not as lost revenue but as "a 10 million strong marketing team" who organically spread the word. The show also addresses the AI revolution reshaping marketing. From enabling personalized engagement at scale to facilitating outcome-based pricing models, AI is lowering barriers to entry for new businesses while forcing established companies to adapt. His assessment of Google's apparent reluctance to fully embrace AI answers ("a classic innovator's dilemma") serves as a powerful warning about the dangers of clinging to outdated business models.Whether you're a CMO wrestling with attribution models, a founder contemplating your first go-to-market strategy, or a business leader navigating technological disruption, Bill's insights will reshape how you think about growth in today's rapidly evolving landscape. Bill Macaitis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmacaitis/Bill's was the CMO and CRO at Slack Before that, he was the CMO at Zendesk, guiding them through the through their IPO, and Bill served as SVP of Marketing at Salesforce.Website: https://www.position2.com/podcast/Rajiv Parikh: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rajivparikh/Sandeep Parikh: https://www.instagram.com/sandeepparikh/Email us with any feedback for the show: spark@position2.com

SaaStr 810: AI and the Bottom Line, How Canva Turns Freemium into Conversions with Canva's CCO Rob Giglio Join John Gleason, founder and managing partner at Success Venture Partners, as he interviews Rob Giglio, Chief Customer Officer at Canva. Rob shares his extensive experience leading customer success, sales, and go-to-market functions at top companies like HubSpot, DocuSign, and Adobe. In this episode, Rob delves into his strategic approach to scaling Canva's enterprise business while maintaining the company's unique customer-centric culture. He also discusses the integration of AI to enhance customer experiences and how value-driven customer journeys underpin Canva's growth. Perfect for aspiring CCOs and anyone interested in the intersection of customer success and sales.   00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome 00:29 Rob's Role and Responsibilities at Canva 03:11 Career Journey and Mentorship 07:17 Building Enterprise at Canva 14:20 Customer-Centric Approach 21:42 AI Integration at Canva 24:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts     ---- This episode of the SaaStr podcast is sponsored by: get.tech The best .coms are taken or overpriced. So you settle on a workaround domain for your website. Don't compromise. Get a clean, sharp .tech domain that instantly says: this is a tech startup. Grab yours at get.tech/saastr or via domain registrars like GoDaddy. ---- Hey everybody, SaaStr AI's next stop takes us to London on December 2nd and 3rd! It's Christmas with SaaStr and 2,000 of the best SaaS and AI leaders.    The biggest names will be there. The best networking.    Early adopter tickets are selling faster than we expected. So don't wait. With only 5 months until the event, we expect this year's SaaStr London event to sell out to capacity.    Use my code jason20pod for exclusive savings. Get your tickets now at podcast.saastrlondon.com or use code jason20pod at checkout.   SaaStr AI London – where SaaS Meets AI in London. See you there.

Send us a textHere's a selection of Under The Radar Hip Hop, R&B and Reggae. Good news!! All my premium shows are now available on Buzzsprout. This means you don't have to flip between 2 platforms. All my free shows & premium shows are in one place.So, if you are already a premium member please click any locked show in Buzzsprout and subscribe. You can choose what level you like. You can also cancel at anytime. ALL my listeners are invited to join the premium family. This is a great way to show your love & give back. 1. Jamboree Pt. 2 - People Under the Stairs2. Gravity - Bush Babees (ft. Nicole Johnson)3. In The Name of Love - Victoria Noelle4. Patience - The Colleagues (ft. October London) 5. Just Can't Explain - Alps Cru6. OpenYourEyes - LÉA THE LEOX7. Learn to Earn - Down Ta Erf8. Ghost - TheARTI$t9. The Love Song - Bush Babees (ft. Mos Def)10. Anthem - Victoria Noelle11. On My Mind - Down Ta Erf12. Gas Hard - Carol Riddick13. Angelic - Slick Rick14. Top Man - Blackout JA Aloha!Support the showWebsite https://www.djbenniejames.com TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@benniejames5 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@djbenniejameslive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benniejames3/ X https://x.com/benniejames123 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bennie.james.10 Studio Phone Line 1-856 295-1753 - (for voicemail message only)Licensed by ASCAP 400009874

In this episode, Firas Modad introduces geopolitics and his brand new Realpolitik show. Please note this was episode recorded prior to the Israel-Iran War.

In the first ever episode of Chronicles, Luca discusses the Anglo-Saxon epic poem Beowulf. He explores its pagan and Christian duality, its veneration of the Germanic heroic ideal, and J.R.R. Tolkien's scholarship, which transformed it from a historical document into beloved literature.

Send us a textHere's a treat for all ears. It's a mix soulfulness sandwiched between some crisp beats. Enjoy! This is a special (Freemium Show) 1. Family Affair - Sly & The Family Stone 2. Bustling - Freddie Joachim3. I'm not the one - Terri Walker4. Ring - DJ Okawari5. Type Dangerous - Mariah Carey 6. Rain Drops - Freddie Joachim7. Young Girl - GeeJay8. Hours - Freddie Joachim9. WHERE YOU WANNA GO - WESLEYFRANKLIN10. Shoulder Kiss - Freddie Joachim11. Calm Waters - Naomi Sharon12. Whispers - Freddie Joachim13. Devotion - TA Thomas14. Autumn Rain - Freddie Joachim15. Uncle Sam Goddamn - Brother Ali16. Thank You - Sly & The Family StoneAloha!Licensed by  ASCAP 400009874Special Thanks as always to: Wifey Faye Faye, Brian, Omar, Donna & KenjiEmail - benniejames@mac.comI.G: benniejames3X: @benniejames123FB: bennie.james.10Website: djbenniejames.comStudio Line: 1-856 295-1753 - leave a voicemail message Support the showWebsite https://www.djbenniejames.com TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@benniejames5 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@djbenniejameslive Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benniejames3/ X https://x.com/benniejames123 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bennie.james.10 Studio Phone Line 1-856 295-1753 - (for voicemail message only)Licensed by ASCAP 400009874

Amazon Sellers Special :The Future of AI and Software Innovation   Host: Danny McMillan   Guest: Max Sinclair   In this episode of Seller Sessions, host Danny McMillan welcomes back Max Sinclair to discuss the evolving role of AI in software development and its impact on the Amazon ecosystem. Fresh from the Seller Sessions Live conference, Danny and Max share real-world insights on the pace of innovation and what's next for the industry.     Key Takeaways   The Commoditization of Software:     Base models like OpenAI's GPT and Claude are improving rapidly, threatening the traditional software model.       Max highlights the need for vertical integration—adding proprietary data and API connections to general models to offer unique value.       No-code tools are becoming powerful enablers, allowing non-technical entrepreneurs to build viable businesses quickly.     Prompting vs. Problem Solving:     Danny argues that perfect prompts aren't essential—creative questioning and clear thinking deliver better outcomes.       Max shares OpenAI's stance: prompt engineering is seen as a flaw; future models will understand context intuitively without complex prompting.     Freemium and Democratization:     Max's company is transitioning to a freemium model, offering free AI-powered audits for Amazon sellers and charging for deeper features.       This move aims to lower barriers for users, encouraging wider AI adoption in e-commerce without heavy upfront costs.     Culture of Rapid Innovation:     Max emphasizes a two-week innovation cycle: new ideas are prioritized bi-weekly to stay ahead of the rapid changes in AI.       Their advantage lies in domain expertise, proprietary datasets, and a patented technology stack.     AI and the Future Workforce:     AI will inevitably replace some traditional roles, but also create massive opportunities for entrepreneurs and early adopters.       Danny discusses how he's reorganizing his teams, integrating AI workflows to remove bottlenecks and scale efficiently.       What's Coming Next     Danny teases an upcoming episode on autonomous AI browsers that could completely reshape customer journeys on platforms like Amazon.       Both agree: adapting quickly is the only way forward in the rapidly shifting AI landscape.       Summary:   This conversation is a roadmap for sellers, founders, and marketers who want to future-proof their businesses. The consensus: embrace AI now or risk being left behind.    

David Robicheaux Founder at Blackmuse LLC (Love Sex Dreams Episode) Sponsor Salalabs - North America Salalabs specializes in delivering IoT, AI, and Machine Learning to streamline operations and drive innovation. Save up to 70 percent on development costs and 32 percent on time with Salalabs.  For more info, email contact@salalabs.com or reach out to Jason Cavness Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the podcast on your favorite platforms  David's Bio With an extensive career encompassing VR development, project management, and system administration, my mission is to harness cutting-edge technologies to revolutionize the educational and training sectors. In my role at Abettertrack LLC as an Instructor/VR Developer, I've coupled my instructive skills with VR technology to provide transformative learning experiences in areas like behavioral therapy and self-advocacy. As a Contract System Administrator at Kingdom Technology Services, I took on multiple responsibilities including inventory management, Salesforce system development, tech integration, and client communication, often collaborating directly with the company's top executives.  At Sitebiz, as the VP of Project Management, I maintained a keen focus on efficiency and communication, leading various projects, developing detailed plans, and fostering a transparent and collaborative environment in an Agile setup. Now at BlackMuse LLC, I'm pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the realm of VR and metaverse development, driven by my dedication to lifelong learning, adaptability, and the merger of technology and education. My goal is to shape the future of digital innovation, reshaping how we learn and evolve.  We talk about the following and other items Pitch Competition for Tacoma School District Students  Unique Pitch Ideas and Success Stories The Value of School and Networking Jason asks about the process for students to participate in the pitch competition Importance of Curiosity Over Skill Future Predictions and Technological Advancements Historical and Cultural Insights Challenges and Opportunities in Education The Role of AI in Education and Development The Impact of Politics and Technology on Society Indigenous People and Legal Documents American Culture and Resilience Regional Differences and Cultural Identity Economic and Environmental Challenges Personal Stories and Life Experiences Technology and Social Media Political and Social Issues Cultural Differences and Global Perspectives Personal Growth and Self-Reflection Art and Performance Discussion on Concert Experiences and Performances Cultural Icons and Their Impact Taylor Swift's Business Acumen and Public Perception Jason shares a personal story about attending a networking event and misunderstanding the acronym "ILA. Discussion on Physical and Mental Capabilities Ethical Dilemmas in Medical Practice Suicide Pills and Insurance Coverage Personal Experiences and Drug Prevention Drinking Preferences and Childhood Memories Celebrity Lifestyles and Family Dynamics Celebrity Relationships and Public Perception Technological Advancements and AI The Role of AI in Education and Job Markets Philosophical and Spiritual Reflections Jesus' Early Life and Connections to Other Religions The Future of Religion and Technology The Impact of Technology on Humanity The Role of AI in Modern Society The Ethics of AI and Human Control The Future of Education and AI The Impact of AI on Employment and Skills The Role of AI in Healthcare and Research The Future of AI and Human Control The Role of AI in Society and Ethical Considerations David's Social Media David's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/blackmusellc/ Blackmuse website: https://www.blackmuse.net/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094131262907  Lock In Early Pricing with CavnessHR As a subscriber to the Jason Cavness Experience, you can lock in early, discounted pricing before our official launch. Pricing Tiers: 1 to 10 employees: Freemium plan available, or upgrade for just $59/month 11 to 19 employees: $99/month 20 to 34 employees: $199/month 35 to 49 employees: $299/month Sign up now to lock in your rate and simplify your HR before we go public! Schedule time to talk about your HR challenges:  Book a Meeting with CavnessHR

About Emeka: Emeka Alozie serves as a Principal at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), where he leads innovation and startup engagement across the Northwest Region. With over a decade of experience supporting emerging technologies from idea to Series A, Emeka brings a unique perspective on the intersection of defense, technology, entrepreneurship, and social impact. Before DIU, he was Director of Marketing at Transpose Platform VC and IntuitiveX, where he helped launch three FDA Breakthrough Devices. He also directed Seattle's Founder Institute chapter, supporting dozens of pre-seed startups. Beyond tech, Emeka is deeply involved in civic leadership and advocacy. He serves as Co-Chair of the Seattle Human Rights Commission and advises the Seattle Police Department on crisis intervention and community relations. He was instrumental in the passage of WA State HB-1946, improving mental health support for underserved communities. Emeka is also the founder of The Living Bread, a nonprofit uniting followers of Jesus Christ to build the Kingdom of God through community initiatives. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/emeka-a Defense Innovation Unit: diu.mil

Jason Kramer founded Cultivize, a CRM consulting firm specializing in lead-nurturing strategies and technology. With 15 years of experience running a creative agency, Jason identified revenue gaps in marketing and sales funnels for distributors, service providers, marketing agencies, and manufacturers. He launched Cultivize to provide customized CRM solutions, empower businesses to improve productivity, amplify lead conversions, and provide detailed insights on customer journeys from the top of the funnel to the sale. When not strategizing in CRM, he enjoys family time with his wife, two kids, and two dogs in their lively New York home and, when it's warm, cruising on the Hudson River.00:00 - 00:18 "So a lot of times companies will buy software for pain points they have today, but they don't think about in the future what those future pain points might be. So then they outgrow that platform sometimes very quickly. And Rhea, you and I both know that moving from one CRM can be a real pain in the butt.” — Jason Kramer00:19 - 00:37 Welcome to Peppershock Media's Marketing Expedition Podcast00:38 - 01:42 Jason's Background01:43 - 17:30 Marketing Essentials Moment: Marketing and Advertising Budget17:30 - 18:07 Welcome to the show, Jason!18:08 - 20:53 Jason's Journey to Cultivize20:54 - 22:09 Case Studies and Client Success22:10 - 23:32 Automating Follow-Up Processes23:33 - 26:43 CRM Fit Assessment26:44 - 29:34 Email Marketing: What Works29:35 - 32:08 Personalization in Email Campaigns32:09 - 33:08 Hello Audio is the best format for creating a connection between you and your audience and allows them to access your zone of genius at the click of a button.33:09 - 35:45 Recommended Tools for Marketing35:46 - 41:15 Freemium vs. Paid CRM Solutions41:16 - 45:18 Advice for Students Entering the Industry45:19 - 49:15 Podcasts as a Learning Resource49:16 - 53:16 Cultivize Walk Through53:17 - 55:23 Reach out to Jason (https://cultivize.com/jason-kramer-podcast-guest-overview/)55:24 - 56:26 Thank you so much, Jason! Share this podcast, give us a review, and enjoy your marketing journey!56:27 - 57:13 Join the Marketing Expedition Community today!Like what you hear, but need more information?Meet with Rhea Allen#CRM #CustomerRelationshipManagement #CaseStudies #MarketingEssentialsMoment #MarketingBudget #AdvertisingBudget #LeadNurturing #EmailMarketing #FreshMarketingStrategy #MarketingTips #AITools #Automation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the podcast we talk with Chris about how to do freemium the right way, drafting a customer “Bill of Rights” to guide product decisions, and why blindly following A/B test results can lead to short-term gains but undermine your business long-term.Top Takeaways:

Sponsor Salalabs - North America We specialize in complex tech implementations, including: AI & Machine Learning IoT & Smart Device Integration Custom Software Development Scalable Cloud Solutions System Architecture & Optimization What You Can Expect Transparent pricing and timelines Agile, responsive collaboration A team that understands your needs and delivers at scale For more info, email contact@salalabs.com or reach out to Jason Cavness  Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the podcast on your favorite platforms Subscribe to the YouTube channel  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGsw6kzZE40sSUZgoStVaJw?sub_confirmation=1 Andrie's Bio Yanjun (Andrie) Lin is a veteran, technologist, and community builder, known for her ability to reinvent herself and thrive across vastly different environments. Currently based in Seattle, she is the VP of Program Management at Panda Mobile, where she leads the development of community-focused MVNOs (Mobile Virtual Network Operators) that provide culturally relevant, niche wireless services to underserved markets especially Chinese immigrant communities and university ecosystems. Andrie's life journey is a testament to adaptability, resilience, and the power of starting over. Originally from China, she left everything familiar behind to pursue her education in the U.S. Despite early struggles, she graduated with summa cum laude, won the second place in business plan competition against the entire school, and completed two internships, proving her ability to overcome new challenges quickly. Driven by a desire for citizenship and a new path, she made the bold decision to leave behind her finance background to join the U.S. Army a field she had no prior experience in. Starting from zero, she trained herself to achieve the highest physical fitness award during basic training and excelled in logistics roles, earning several leadership and performance awards throughout her 7.5 years of service and 1 trip of deployment. She further expanded her skills through financial engineering education, security training, and leadership roles. Upon retiring from the military, Andrie once again pivoted, entering the tech world. In just six months, she transitioned from military logistics to completing a successful software engineering internship, mastering new technologies, languages, and delivering impactful projects. In addition to her corporate roles, she is the Founder of the OffChain Global Seattle Chapter, a hub that brings together entrepreneurs, investors, developers, and technologists in emerging tech fields like Web3, AI, AR/VR, and IoT, fostering vibrant, cross-functional communities. We talk about the following and other items Andrie's Journey to Inner Peace Andrie's Military Background Cultural Shocks and Adaptation Andrie's Military Experience Transition to Tech FinTech Leadership Community Building Challenges and Opportunities in Tech Personal Growth Future Predictions Advice for Military Personnel Off Chain Global Seattle Chapter Tea Ceremony Event Personal Network Seattle Tech Startup Scene Funding Challenges Community Technology AI and Machine Learning AI's Impact and Ethical Considerations Personal Experiences with AI and Technology Networking and Personal Development Challenges  Opportunities in Tech  Balancing Work  Personal Life Mentorship Personal Growth  Advice for Young Professionals  Andrie's Social Media Andrie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yanjun-linked/ Panda Mobile: https://pandamobile.com/ Andrie's Advice I would say something that helped myself the most is just to stay in peace of mind and focus on the present. Because you can't change the past, and in the past, you have made the best decision for yourself at that moment. It's not fair to judge yourself with the experience and the knowledge that you have now to judge the past of you not making the right decision. But it's not fair, because in the past you, at that moment, with the level of knowledge and experience, made the best decision. So there's no way for you to think the past and regret, and also there's you can plan for the future. But not to get too worried on whether I make a decision now. Would that lead to a different route that I would regret that I didn't take option B, because it's sort of irrelevant too, because you never know what it's going to lead to.  Lock In Early Pricing with CavnessHR As a subscriber to the Jason Cavness Experience, you can lock in early, discounted pricing before our official launch. Pricing Tiers: 1 to 10 employees: Freemium plan available, or upgrade for just $59/month 11 to 19 employees: $99/month  20 to 34 employees: $199/month 35 to 49 employees: $299/month Sign up now to lock in your rate and simplify your HR before we go public! Schedule time to talk about your HR challenges: Book a Meeting with CavnessHR

The Jason Cavness Experience with Guest: Dr. Jamar "Doc" Montgomery Sponsored by CavnessHR At CavnessHR, we provide affordable, tailored HR solutions for small businesses with 49 or fewer people. We combine smart HR automation with a dedicated HR Business Partner for your complex challenges. So you can focus on growing your business while we handle your HR. Learn more: www.CavnessHR.com About Our Guest: Dr. Jamar "Doc" Montgomery is a dynamic keynote speaker, blockchain and crypto in politics expert, and tech and business thought leader. His career spans engineering, defense, law, education, and blockchain technology. Started college at 14 years old (California State University, Los Angeles) Youngest Weapons Systems Engineer in US Navy history Juris Doctor (JD) and MBA from Southern University Certificate in Data Analysis and Machine Learning from MIT. Public Defender, Counterterrorism Project Manager at Booz Allen Hamilton, Researcher at New America Think Tank Civil Rights Advocate with the NAACP Blockchain educator and global speaker (World Economic Forum Davos, AfricaNXT, All Black National Convention) Today, Jamrar advises leaders from diplomats to entrepreneurs while simplifying complex tech and legal issues for global audiences.  Connect with Dr. Jamar Montgomery: Website: drjamarmontgomery.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jammontgomery Instagram: @drjamarmontgomery TikTok: @drjamarmontgomery X (Twitter): @DocMontyforUs YouTube: youtube.com/@drjamarmontgomery Topics We Cover: NFL Draft and Shedeur Sanders HBCUs and Systemic Challenges Early Life, Parental Influence, and Military Service From Navy to Law School Public Defense and Civil Rights Work Technological Advancements and Ethical Challenges Blockchain and Crypto in Politics The Future of DEI and Disabilities Focus Entrepreneurship and Scaling Ventures Social Justice, History, and Education Balancing Personal Growth and Career Advice for Young Innovators Social Media, Content Creation, and Legacy Mental Health: Overcoming Anxiety and Self-Criticism  Lock In Early Pricing Listeners of The Jason Cavness Experience can lock in early discounted pricing before CavnessHR's full public launch.  Pricing Tiers:  1–10 employees: Freemium plan or upgrade for $59/month  11–19 employees: $99/month  20–34 employees: $199/month 35–49 employees: $299/month Secure your rate and simplify your HR today: Schedule a meeting with CavnessHR Listen on Your Favorite Platform Catch this episode and more at: www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com

Barry Gipson – Founder – Official America's Team Dot Com Sponsor Salalabs - North America We specialize in complex tech implementations, including: AI & Machine Learning IoT & Smart Device Integration Custom Software Development Scalable Cloud Solutions System Architecture & Optimization What You Can Expect Transparent pricing and timelines Agile, responsive collaboration A team that understands your needs and delivers at scale  For more info, email contact@salalabs.com or reach out to Jason Cavness Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the podcast on your favorite platforms Barry's Bio Barry Gipson is a retired active-duty Navy veteran of 23 years. After departing the ranks of the military, he began ranking his blog on Google. The only blog sharing stories about Dallas Cowboys fans who travel to games each year “Boots on Ground.” In addition, creating a vibrant Facebook group of 20K members which led to the creating the first-ever Dallas Cowboys Fan Club Directory. Originally born in Georgetown, TX, after enlisting in the Navy he resided primarily on the West Coast. Ultimately retiring in 2016.  Then he began his social media journey as a content creator. Since then, he has taken his social media content marketing strategy from Facebook to LinkedIn in 2025. Barry's shared 2 CANVA FREE eBooks on his LinkedIn profile for content creators. One is how to get monetized on Facebook as a creator, and the other is how to plan your social media marketing strategy for the upcoming NFL 2025 season. The first of its kind. After 9 years of travel blogging behind America's Team, he now aims to help NFL fans become content creators on social media. Host of “TOP OF THE MORNING” podcast on Facebook. “The best part of waking up!” His motto is currently “Demonstration beats conversation.” A strong advocate for medicinal cannabis for veterans as a mental health alternative pain management to opioids. Each week he shares his LinkedIn newsletter for veteran content creators on how to capitalize on the impending cannabis tsunami headed for this country. We talk about the following and other items Cannabis Legalization and Benefits Personal Experiences with Cannabis Veterans and Cannabis Barry's Recruiting Experience Barry's Love for Texas Music Barry's Blog and Social Media Presence Barry's Perspective on the Dallas Cowboys Barry's Travel Experiences Barry's Post-Military Life NFL Stadium Tours and Player Branding Disinformation and Rumors in the NFL Salary Cap and Media Influence on the Cowboys Coaching and Media Speculation Content Creation and Social Media Strategy The Role of Content Creators in the NFL The Impact of Social Media on NFL Fans The Future of Content Creation and NFL Engagement The Role of Content Creators in Shaping NFL Narratives The Impact of Social Media on NFL Team Decisions Dallas Cowboys Tailgate and NFL Scheduling Live Streaming Strategies and Engagement Choosing Social Media Platforms  LinkedIn Focus Content Creation and Monetization Strategies Veteran Support and Mental Health Social Media and Content Creation Challenges Building a Content Creation Brand Veteran Advocacy and Support Future Goals and Aspirations Barry's Social Media Barry's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barry-gipson-cowboys-unifier/  Barry's FB: https://www.facebook.com/cowboysunifier Official America's Team Website: https://officialamericasteam.com/ Official America's Team FB: https://www.facebook.com/officialamericasteam Cowboys Unifier Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cowboysunifier/ CowboysUnifier YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CowboysUnifier Barry's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/officialamericasteam Barry's Advice  If you're a content creator and you're an NFL fan, you might want to think twice about being a content creator around your favorite NFL team. We talked about Mr. Beast. My push is always for content creators. If I would have known half the stuff I know now, somebody could have told me to save me four or five years off of my journey. I'm nine years in and it took that long to get organized. I finally wrote a book. What's wrong? What took you so long? Well, a lot of this was learning when there's no path already blazed, somebody's got to blaze that path. Now I'm just trying to share that path with other folks so they can take it. It's cool to be a content creator. You can get paid being a content creator, not just on social media. You can start your blog, you can start a Patreon. You can pretty much get monetized on any platform. If you're going to spend time on your phone, get a return on your investment. Lock In Early Pricing with CavnessHR As a subscriber to the Jason Cavness Experience newsletter, you can lock in early, discounted pricing before our official launch. Pricing Tiers: 1 to 10 employees: Freemium plan available, or upgrade for just $59/month 11 to 19 employees: $99/month 2 0 to 34 employees: $199/month 35 to 49 employees: $299/month Sign up now to lock in your rate and simplify your HR before we go public! Schedule time to talk about your HR challenges: Book a Meeting with CavnessHR https://calendly.com/jasoncavness/cavnesshr-meeting

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Zion Zhang CoFounder Ponder Sponsors Salalabs - North America Salalabs specializes in delivering IoT, AI, and Machine Learning to streamline operations and drive innovation. Save up to 70 percent on development costs and 32 percent on time with Salalabs.  For more info, email contact@salalabs.com or reach out to Jason Cavness Go to www.thejasoncavnessexperience.com for the podcast on your favorite platforms Zion's Bio Zion is an 18 y/o founder. He is building Ponder: help youth build real-world skills by working on projects guided by AI simulation of their future selves. He believes education in 2035 will be radically different, and we are already seeing signals with AI and homeschooling. He started Ponder to accelerate this transformation.  We talk about the following and other items Zion's Background and Ponder's Origin  Learning and Self-Teaching Purpose and Vision for Ponder Parental Support and Future Plans  Cold Emailing and Networking Building a Technical Co-Founder Relationship  Generational Differences in Learning Homeschooling and Public Education The Role of AI in Education Department of Education and Education Reform Education Funding and Inequality School Choice and AI in Education College Education and Its Purpose Challenges in Education and Ponder's Vision Navigating Investor Relations and Company Goals Executing Ponder's Vision Future of Education and Personal Growth Zion's Social Media Z ion's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/zion-zhang-984345262/ Ponder Website: https://ponder.school/ Zion's X: https://x.com/ZheyunZhangJ Zion's Advice I want to talk more about the idea of agency. I believe agency is going to become increasingly important in the next couple of decades AND especially in education. To me, agency is about disagreeability in a positive sense—meaning the willingness to challenge assumptions andcombined with clear, critical thinking, and the ability to take action. And honestly, agency is something that most people aren't talking about enough, even though it's had a huge impact on my own life. For example, when I was 17, someone told me I should go to a networking event.  The very next day, without overthinking it, I just went. I didn't really know how networking was “supposed” to work, and I was definitely a little socially awkward. I was super direct, like, “Hey, what's your LinkedIn? What do you do?” I was trying really hard to have meaningful conversations, even though I didn't quite know how to go about it. At the time, I thought something was wrong with me because I would always just do the thing I wanted to do, even if the outcome wasn't perfect. I often made mistakes or didn't get the result I hoped for right away.  But later, I realized that this was actually an example of agency in action just taking initiative and figuring things out through experience. Now, when I catch myself overthinking or procrastinating, I recognize that as a signal of low agency. Instead of getting stuck in my head, I remind myself: just go do it. That's how you build high agency, by acting, learning, and repeating the cycle.  Early Pricing with CavnessHR As a subscriber to the The Jason Cavness Experience newsletter, you have the chance to lock in early, discounted pricing before our official launch. Pricing Tiers: 1 to 10 employees: Freemium plan available, or upgrade for just $59/month 11 to 19 employees: $99/month 20 to 34 employees: $199/month 35 to 49 employees: $299/month Sign up now to lock in your rate and simplify your HR before we go public! Schedule time to talk about your HR challenges: Book a Meeting with CavnessHR

Il y a entre 5 et 15 millions de coureurs réguliers en France.Avec ses 38 000 abonnés sur Strava, temple du running, Nicolas Spiess est sûrement l'un des plus connus. Mais il ne l'est pas devenu en gagnant des médailles, ni en pulvérisant des records — même s'il affiche un solide 2h33 au marathon.Son truc, c'est de comprendre. De partager. De transmettre.Ingénieur de formation, il se passionne pour la course à pied à 20 ans. Comme beaucoup, il commence par courir sans trop savoir comment s'y prendre mais très vite sa curiosité le pousse à creuser, à tester, à analyser tout ce qu'il peut.En 2013, il lance "Running Addict", un blog sur lequel il publie des contenus pédagogiques qui attirent très vite une large communauté.Mais en parallèle, grandit une frustration : ”les gens adoraient mes conseils, mais à la fin la question c'était toujours — comment je m'entraîne, concrètement de A à Z ?”En 2020, il quitte donc son poste d'ingénieur pour lancer son app Campus Coach et proposer la solution dont il rêvait quand il a démarré le running.Grâce à leur IA, ils sont aujourd'hui capables de proposer des programmes d'entraînement personnalisés basés sur les données de chaque coureur. Un plan sur-mesure sans coach hors de prix ni diplôme en physiologie.En quelques années, l'app cartonne : des dizaines de milliers d'utilisateurs, une équipe de 50 personnes, une croissance stable et autofinancée, des ambassadeurs de renom comme Matthieu Blanchard — et une mission simple : aider chacun à progresser durablement, sans se blesser.En parallèle, la communauté de Nicolas continue de grandir pour atteindre 500k abonnés au total, faisant de lui l'un des influenceurs running les plus suivis en France.Dans cet épisode, il explique :Pourquoi l'immense majorité des coureurs s'entraînent malLes erreurs classiques à éviter quand on se lance dans la course à piedLe modèle économique derrière Campus Coach et sa stratégie de croissanceComment faire pour toucher les 5 millions de coureurs réguliers en FranceSon rapport au temps, à l'effort et à la disciplineCet épisode est à la fois une vraie masterclass de running — pour mieux comprendre, mieux s'entraîner — et un tour d'horizon passionnant du business de la course.Vous pouvez suivre Nicolas sur Strava et aussi le contacter sur Linkedin et Instagram.Testez Campus avec le code “DOIT” qui vous offrira 2 mois gratuits. Vous ne pourrez plus vous en passer pour vos prochaines prépa.TIMELINE:00:00:00 : comment devient-on l'influenceur running n°1 en France ?00:12:57 : lancer une app 1 mois avant le confinement00:26:23 : quitter un poste d'ingénieur pour devenir créateur de contenu00:38:38 : d'une web app à 50 collaborateurs en 3 ans00:46:51 : comment faire pour toucher les 5 millions de coureurs réguliers en France00:57:20 : surfer sur la hype de la course à pied01:06:36 : la communauté, meilleur atout pour créer une entreprise qui cartonne01:16:28 : “j'ai couru 100km par semaine pendant 20 semaines”01:20:16 : masterclass pour un programme d'entraînement efficace01:33:19 : la tendance de l'ultra-endurance01:41:27 : les chaussures à 300 euros : vraiment utile ou sur-côté ?01:51:35 : faire 1% de plus chaque jour02:04:52 : casser le game de la création de contenu02:17:13 : vers une ultra-personnalisation des programmes grâce à l'IA ?02:27:28 : apprendre à kiffer dans l'inconfortLes anciens épisodes de GDIY mentionnés : #300 - Mathieu Blanchard - Ultratrail et Aventure - Commencer le running à 26 ans et devenir une légende de l'ultratrail#351 - Camille Aumont Carnel - Je m'en bats le clito - Se battre pour plutôt que se battre contre#178 - Kilian Jornet - Alpinisme & Ultratrail - L'objectif c'est de progresser#462 - Lisa Chavy - Livy - Conquérir le monde de la lingerie de luxeNous avons parlé de :Site web Running AddictChaîne YouTube Running AddictCampus CoachChaîne YouTube CampusLes 25 bosses : Du vrai trail running en Île-de-France - Running AddictQu'est-ce que le Freemium ?HyroxL'écotrail de ParisMarathon de ParisLe Club Med de Serre Chevalier, où nous avons enregistré cet épisodeCamille Aumont-CarnelNicolas Spiess sur LinkedInGR20 en 7 joursEndorphine, le podcast de NicolasLes recommandations de lecture : Ego Is the Enemy - Ryan HolidayVersion FR : L'ego est l'ennemiPenser avec clarté - Shane ParrishVous souhaitez sponsoriser Génération Do It Yourself ou nous proposer un partenariat ?Contactez mon label Orso Media via ce formulaire.Un immense merci à toute la team Club Med pour cet enregistrement hors du temps au resort de Serre-Chevalier.Distribué par Audiomeans. Visitez audiomeans.fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Are you leaving money on the table? Most SaaS founders are—and don't even realize it. In this episode of SaaS Fuel, Jeff Mains sits down with James D. Wilton, managing partner at Motivate and former senior pricing expert at McKinsey. James shares how to align pricing with value, avoid the biggest monetization mistakes, and build a pricing strategy that actually supports growth.We cover the science and psychology behind pricing, the dangers of freemium gone wrong, why founders underprice out of fear, and how to choose the right value metric for your product. If you've ever struggled with pricing tiers, packaging, or just knowing what to charge—this is the episode that will change everything.Key Takeaways 00:00 - Why most founders don't know what their customers will pay 02:00 - Why pricing is a growth lever, not a math problem 07:00 - Why even smart SaaS companies guess at pricing 12:00 - The psychology of discounting and its lasting effects 15:00 - How perceived value drives pricing power 18:30 - Misconceptions about willingness to pay 22:00 - How to move from gut feel to data-driven pricing 26:00 - Pricing reactions vary wildly—here's why 29:20 - Choosing the right pricing metric for your SaaS 34:00 - Misaligned pricing metrics can kill retention 38:00 - Freemium pitfalls: Free riders vs real conversions 42:30 - How to build a freemium model that actually works 46:00 - How many pricing tiers should you really have? 50:00 - A simple 3-step framework to rethink your pricingTweetable Quotes“If you don't know what your customer is willing to pay, ask—but ask with a skeptical lens.” — James Wilton“Pricing is about perception, not production cost.” — Jeff Mains“Discounts change how customers value your product—even when the discount ends.” — James Wilton“Founders often price based on fear. That's how you end up in the freemium trap.” — Jeff Mains“Pick a value metric that scales with the customer, not just your bottom line.” — James Wilton“The biggest growth lever most SaaS companies ignore? Pricing.” — Jeff MainsSaaS Leadership LessonsPricing is perception – Your value isn't just what you deliver, it's what customers believe they're getting.Freemium can be fatal – If your free tier attracts the wrong audience or discourages usage, it hurts more than it helps.Your best price metric is tied to your customer's success – Not your costs, not your features. It's about their value.Discounting can damage trust – Shaving off dollars may feel good short-term, but it lowers long-term perceived value.Founders should evolve from instinct to insight – Start with your gut, but shift to customer data and behavior fast.Keep pricing simple – Too many tiers confuse buyers and stall conversion. Good > Better > Best usually wins.Guest ResourcesEmail - james.wilton@monevate.comWebsite - http://monevate.com/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/collinstewart/Episode SponsorSmall Fish, Big Pond – https://smallfishbigpond.com/ Use the promo code...

Wes Bush wrote the original bestseller on Product-Led Growth—and then watched everyone try to copy Dropbox and Slack without truly getting it. Now, he's here to break down exactly what goes wrong when early-stage founders jump into PLG, how to spot your product's “million-dollar free problem,” and how to fix the three biggest onboarding gaps that sabotage new users.He'll show you why some sales-led companies die when they try freemium, how to carve out a simpler “first strike” moment, and the reason you need bumpers (like an onboarding checklist) to guide people to success. If you're still using the “Request a Demo” button, this episode could totally transform your approach and give you a self-serve funnel that scales faster than any sales deck ever could.Why You Should Listen1. Make Users “Smell the Cologne” – Learn Wes's approach for letting users experience the core value before they buy.2. Turning Complex Setups into a No-Brainer – How to map out product, skill, and knowledge gaps so anyone can get started.3. Bowling Alley Onboarding – A framework to slash unnecessary steps, guide users to that “aha” moment, and cut churn.4. Freemium vs. Free Trial vs. Reverse Trial – How to pick the perfect model for your startup.5. Sales-Led to Product-Led – Why some founders fight this shift, and how to pull it off without blowing up your funnel.KeywordsProduct-Led Growth, PLG Strategies, SaaS Onboarding, Freemium Model, Free Trial Optimization, User Adoption, Customer Success, B2B SaaS Growth, Onboarding Framework, Go-to-Market TacticsTimestamp(00:00:00) Intro(00:01:27) What is Product Led Growth(00:04:37) When to use PLG(00:18:20) Why Simplicity is the key(00:20:15) Wes's Favorite Case Study(00:25:42) The Bowling Alley Framework for Onboarding(00:31:02) Free Trials Must Have Progression(00:36:28) Finding Those Ideal Limits on your TrialsSend me a message to let me know what you think!

Startup Business Models Hello, this is Hall T. Martin with the Startup Funding Espresso -- your daily shot of startup funding and investing. Businesses sell to consumers, which is called B2C, or to businesses called B2B. Startups aggregate users, create marketplaces or sell services. Here's a list of key startup business models to know: Freemium -- the startup gives something for free to build the customer list and then sells premium services to them. Subscription -- the startup finds a needed service and sells it to the customer on a recurring revenue basis. Marketplace -- the startup brings buyers and sellers together in one place and makes money off the transactions. Fees for service -- the startup provides a service, content, or access in exchange for a fee. Advertising -- the startup attracts an audience and sells advertising to those who want to promote their product or service to that audience. Data monetization -- the startup collects data from a group of people or processes and sells that data to others who use it to improve their business. Razor - razor blade model -- the startup sells a product that requires disposable components to use.   This creates a recurring revenue stream from repeat purchases of the disposable product. Consider these business models for your startup.   Thank you for joining us for the Startup Funding Espresso where we help startups and investors connect for funding. Let's go startup something today. _______________________________________________________ For more episodes from Investor Connect, please visit the site at:   Check out our other podcasts here:   For Investors check out:   For Startups check out:   For eGuides check out:   For upcoming Events, check out    For Feedback please contact info@tencapital.group    Please , share, and leave a review. Music courtesy of .

Guest: Ben Chestnut, Former CEO and Co-Founder of MailchimpIf you find yourself selling your startup, then Mailchimp co-founder Ben Chestnut has some important advice for you: Get a dog. When Intuit bought Mailchimp in 2021 for $12 billion, the company asked Ben if he wanted to stay on as CEO, but he chose to “walk off into the sunset” and let the new owners take over. After that, he estimates it took 6 to 12 months before he stopped checking his email, social media, and calendar with the same level of stress a CEO might have. Adopting a dog, he discovered, forces you to “get OK with the voices in your head."“After the acquisition, that's all I do, I walk the dog,” Ben says. “And the dog was good therapy ... No judgments from a dog.”Chapters:(01:09) - Growing slow (03:06) - The long journey (07:48) - Is money a burden? (09:35) - Building globally in Atlanta (11:22) - Ben's upbringing (12:59) - The first 10 years (17:58) - Scaling to one billion emails (19:22) - Freemium (23:32) - No equity (26:00) - Deciding to sell (33:55) - “I'm a sunset guy” (35:29) - Stress and support (37:25) - Time with the parents (39:07) - Get a dog (42:24) - The voices in your head (46:03) - Serial and “Mailkimp” (53:00) - Hiring interviews (57:14) - Fitness routines (59:27) - Lights off (01:01:46) - AI & reinvention (01:06:30) - The worst days (01:09:15) - What “grit” means to Ben Mentioned in this episode: Intuit, Wolt, DoorDash, LinkedIn, Dan Kurzius, Salesforce, ExactTarget, Pardot, Constant Contact, Rackspace, Free by Chris Anderson, Wired Magazine, Charles Hudson, the Freemium Summit, Drew Houston, Dropbox, Evernote, Phil Libin, TechCrunch, Brian Kane, Catalyst Partners, Georgia Pacific, Scott Cook, Bing Gordon, Vinay Hiremath, Loom, Joe Thomas, Caltrain, Flickr, Saturday Night Live, Droga5, Cannes Film Festival, Strava, Twitter, LinkedIn, Nvidia, Glean, Rubrik, Amazon AWS, and Mechnical Turk.Links:Connect with BenLinkedInConnect with JoubinTwitterLinkedInEmail: grit@kleinerperkins.com Learn more about Kleiner Perkins

A little taste of what the wonderful people who financially support the work that Bobby and Sam do on a weekly basis get for their support and in this case that's a meaty full Big 12 men's basketball preview, featuring the guys' thoughts and 7 different school-specific experts to talk about the teams in and around the NCAA Tournament, without getting bogged down in the usual bracket minutiae.

This week Beau begins to discuss the life and times of Henry V, from the circumstances of his father's usurpation, to his early childhood, his elevation to Prince of Wales, his early combat experience, and his struggle for power with his own ailing father. https://www.lotuseaters.com/freemium-epochs-200-or-henry-v-part-i-02-03-2025

In this episode, we host Cem Kansu, Vice President of Product at Duolingo, the world's leading language-learning platform.Duolingo has experienced tremendous growth, transforming from a free translation app in 2011 to a public company valued at over $15 billion, with annual revenues exceeding $700 million. The platform now offers courses in 43 languages, boasts over 113 million monthly active users, and has expanded into math and music education.Cem has been instrumental to Duolingo's success over the past nine years, leading all core product, growth, and monetization efforts.In this episode, we'll explore Duolingo's product and market expansion strategy, how the company introduces gamification to drive engagement, and the key leading indicators used to increase monetization while staying true to its mission of free education. We'll also delve into how Duolingo runs concurrent experiments at scale and the role of voice AI in personalizing the learning experience, including innovative features like the "Video Call with Lily."What you'll learn:- Cem's journey in leading product at Duolingo and his insights on balancing growth with educational accessibility.- Strategies for building a successful freemium model in the education technology space.- How Duolingo leverages A/B testing and data-driven decision-making.- The role of AI and gamification in creating engaging learning experiences.Key Takeaways

On the podcast I talk with Sherina about why performance marketing eventually hits a ceiling, how to think about measure brand marketing, and why sometimes ignoring A/B test results leads to better outcomes.Top Takeaways:

Dan speaks to Raja Miah MBE a political campaigner who has been arrested multiple times and harassed by the state for his attempts to expose the grooming gangs and their links to the Labour party.

For all listeners of the Scott & Holman Pawdcast, a free-mium 15-16ish minutes clipped from our regular Patreon feed instant react episode to Cougar men's basketball winning a 92-86 double OT classic at Phog Allen Fieldhouse.

In this week's episode, Reed and Jake dive into the surprising benefits of giving away your time, skill, and wisdom for free in the real estate industry. While compensation is essential, volunteering your expertise can open doors you never imagined. Discover three compelling reasons to offer your best:✅ Build trust and validity in relationships that lead to new and stronger opportunities.✅ Shift to long-term thinking, setting yourself up for a thriving career by playing chess, not checkers.✅ Invest in your personal growth, where the value far outweighs the cost of your time and energy.Learn why money isn't the only measure of value and how generosity can supercharge your track record, relationships, and future success!

These days, there's an app for everything. An app to be social, an app to track your fitness, and an app to entertain you. But today's founder said, why not all three? It's an interactive fitness app that even has the founder of Pokemon Go throwing money at him. Will the Sharks agree? Hosts Jorie Munroe and Ariel Boswell jump into the tank with their business insights on Shark Tank products. Listen for: Freemium vs premium  Community building Differentiation  Know a segment or company we should feature from Shark Tank? Let us know at podcasts@hubspot.com Another Bite is a HubSpot Original Podcast // Brought to you by The HubSpot Podcast Network // Production by Arie Desormeaux. Editing by Robert Hartwig and support from Alfred Schulz.

Join Eric, @GeorgeStein, @TimAndrewsHere, @Autopritts, @JaredYamamoto, George, and Greg in their newly extended timeslot from 3pm-7pm as they chat about Springsteen stumping for Harris, The Menendez Brothers kerfuffle, rancid social media, and much more! *New episodes of our sister shows: The Popcast and The Nightcap w/ Jared Yamamoto are available as well!*

Sean Ellis is one of the earliest and most influential thinkers and operators in growth. He coined the term “growth hacking,” invented the ICE prioritization framework, was one of the earliest people to use freemium as a growth lever, and, most famously, developed the Sean Ellis Test for product-market fit (which a large percentage of founders use today to track if they've found PMF). Over the course of his career, Sean was head of growth at Dropbox and Eventbrite; helped companies like Microsoft and Nubank refine their growth strategy; was on the founding team of LogMeIn, which sold for over $4 billion; and is the author of one of the most popular growth books of all time, Hacking Growth, which has sold over 750,000 copies. In our conversation, he shares:• The proper use of the Sean Ellis Test for measuring product-market fit• How to increase your activation and retention rates• How to select the right North Star metric for your business• Case studies from his work growing Dropbox and other products• How growth strategy has changed over the past decade• How AI is impacting growth efforts• Much more—Brought to you by:• Gamma—A new way to present, powered by AI• CommandBar—AI-powered user assistance for modern products and impatient users• Merge—A single API to add hundreds of integrations into your app—Find the transcript and show notes at: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/p/the-original-growth-hacker-sean-ellis—Where to find Sean Ellis:• X: https://x.com/seanellis• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanellis/• Website: https://www.seanellis.me/• Substack: https://substack.com/@seanellis—Where to find Lenny:• Newsletter: https://www.lennysnewsletter.com• X: https://twitter.com/lennysan• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lennyrachitsky/—In this episode, we cover:(00:00) Sean's background(02:18) The Sean Ellis test explained(06:28) The 40% rule(08:06) Case study: improving product-market fit(12:34) Understanding and leveraging customer feedback(16:50) Challenges and nuances of product-market fit(22:22) When to use the Sean Ellis Test(23:46) When not to use the Sean Ellis Test and other caveats(27:13) Defining your own threshold and how the Sean Ellis Test came about(36:13) Tools for implementing the survey (37:30) Transitioning from surveys to retention cohorts(39:13) Nubank's approach(40:18) Case study: Superhuman's strategy for increasing product-market fit(45:18) Coining the term “growth hacking”(48:24) How to approach growth(57:25) Improving activation and onboarding(01:05:17) Identifying effective growth channels(01:10:28) The power of customer conversations(01:12:43) Developing the Dropbox referral program(01:14:47) The importance of word of mouth(01:15:23) Freemium models and engagement(01:19:21) Picking a North Star metric(01:24:30) The evolution of growth strategies(01:27:12) The ICE and RICE frameworks(01:30:11) AI's role in growth and experimentation(01:32:52) Final thoughts and lightning round—Production and marketing by https://penname.co/. For inquiries about sponsoring the podcast, email podcast@lennyrachitsky.com.—Lenny may be an investor in the companies discussed. Get full access to Lenny's Newsletter at www.lennysnewsletter.com/subscribe