381: Airbase: From Solo Founder to 8-Figure ARR SaaS - with Thejo Kote | The SaaS Podcast - SaaS, Startups, Growth Hacking & Entrepreneurship

The journey of Airbase, a spend management platform founded by Thejo Kote, is chronicled in this podcast episode, delving into the challenges, strategies, and key takeaways that shaped the company's success. The founder's insights revolve around identifying real customer problems, utilizing early adopters, hustling for feedback, and understanding product-market fit.

Outlines

Sign in to continue reading, translating and more.

Continue

381: Airbase: From Solo Founder to 8-Figure ARR SaaS - with Thejo Kote

The SaaS Podcast - SaaS, Startups, Growth Hacking & Entrepreneurship

Airbase: Solving the Complexities of Non-Payroll Spending for Mid-Market and Enterprise Companies

From Hardware to SaaS: The Journey of Airbase Founder The Journey of Airbase Founder

From Engineer to Entrepreneur: The Journey of Building Airbase

The Journey to Product-Market Fit: From Idea to Early Customers

The Journey to Product Market Fit: Lessons from Airbase

The Importance of Early Adopters and Cold Calling for Product-Market Fit

Navigating the Decision of Having a Co-Founder: Lessons from an Experienced Entrepreneur

Navigating the Journey to Success: Lessons from a Solo Founder

Navigating Early-Stage Growth: Balancing Product-Market Fit and Go-to-Market Strategy

Navigating Competition in Spend Management: Strategies and Challenges

Navigating Market Competition: Airbase's Strategic Approach

The Importance of Enjoying Your Work and Recommended Books

The Journey of an Entrepreneur: Persistence, Innovation, and Passion

381: Airbase: From Solo Founder to 8-Figure ARR SaaS - with Thejo Kote

The SaaS Podcast - SaaS, Startups, Growth Hacking & Entrepreneurship

00:09Airbase: Solving the Complexities of Non-Payroll Spending for Mid-Market and Enterprise Companies

Airbase: Solving the Complexities of Non-Payroll Spending for Mid-Market and Enterprise Companies

05:46From Hardware to SaaS: The Journey of Airbase Founder The Journey of Airbase Founder

From Hardware to SaaS: The Journey of Airbase Founder The Journey of Airbase Founder

11:39From Engineer to Entrepreneur: The Journey of Building Airbase

From Engineer to Entrepreneur: The Journey of Building Airbase

16:36The Journey to Product-Market Fit: From Idea to Early Customers

The Journey to Product-Market Fit: From Idea to Early Customers

21:07The Journey to Product Market Fit: Lessons from Airbase

The Journey to Product Market Fit: Lessons from Airbase

28:41The Importance of Early Adopters and Cold Calling for Product-Market Fit

The Importance of Early Adopters and Cold Calling for Product-Market Fit

31:15Navigating the Decision of Having a Co-Founder: Lessons from an Experienced Entrepreneur

Navigating the Decision of Having a Co-Founder: Lessons from an Experienced Entrepreneur

35:24Navigating the Journey to Success: Lessons from a Solo Founder

Navigating the Journey to Success: Lessons from a Solo Founder

41:01Navigating Early-Stage Growth: Balancing Product-Market Fit and Go-to-Market Strategy

Navigating Early-Stage Growth: Balancing Product-Market Fit and Go-to-Market Strategy

47:30Navigating Competition in Spend Management: Strategies and Challenges

Navigating Competition in Spend Management: Strategies and Challenges

52:59Navigating Market Competition: Airbase's Strategic Approach

Navigating Market Competition: Airbase's Strategic Approach

58:10The Importance of Enjoying Your Work and Recommended Books

The Importance of Enjoying Your Work and Recommended Books

1:03:02The Journey of an Entrepreneur: Persistence, Innovation, and Passion

The Journey of an Entrepreneur: Persistence, Innovation, and Passion