MicroConf Tactics: 9 Brutal Truths About Startups I Know After 20 Years in SaaS

April 22, 2026 • 00:13:33
MicroConf Tactics: 9 Brutal Truths About Startups I Know After 20 Years in SaaS
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MicroConf Tactics: 9 Brutal Truths About Startups I Know After 20 Years in SaaS

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SaaS is an incredible business model, with recurring revenue, high margins, and big exits. But there’s a dark side most founders don’t see until it’s too late.

In this ep, I break down the uncomfortable truths every founder should know before they dive in.

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