SaaStr 780: From Outbound to Channel Partnerships: Your Burning Sales Questions Answered by SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin | The Official SaaStr Podcast: SaaS | Founders | Investors | Podwise
In this episode of the SaaStr podcast, Jason Lemkin shares insights from the SaaStr Annual event. He observes that traditional outbound sales methods are losing their effectiveness, largely due to the prevalence of AI-generated emails, which makes personalized and meaningful outreach more crucial than ever. Lemkin also notes a notable change in the landscape of SaaS funding, highlighting a drop in venture capital participation alongside a rise in involvement from founders. Lastly, he raises concerns about the ongoing decline in diversity and inclusion within the tech industry, despite continuous efforts to champion these values.