$1,000 MRR in Just One Month!?

How Simon Høiberg Achieved $1,000 MRR in 30 Days—And How You Can Too

Hey — It’s Charlie.

Welcome to the freshly revamped edition of Great Startups, where we dive into the strategies and stories behind today's most innovative startups. I'm excited to bring you insights that can help you navigate and thrive in the startup world.

In this issue:

  • SaaS Integration: Discover the importance of "Solution-Workflow Fit" for a seamless user experience.

  • Startup Wisdom: Skyflow’s CEO offers a guide on starting a company; Jam.Dev’s CEO presents 4 fresh startup ideas.

  • Boost Activation: Learn 6 strategies to improve user onboarding and engagement.

  • AI Advantages: Harness network effects to propel your AI startup forward.

  • Competitive Edge: Explore 12 strategic advantages to set your startup apart.

Excited to see what you think of our new look and all the startup insights packed into this edition.

Resources

  • A guide on how to start a company by Skyflow’s CEO. (LINK)

  • Jam.Dev’s CEO shares 4 startup ideas. (LINK)

  • 6 methods to improve user onboarding and activation. (LINK)

  • Network effects for AI startups. (LINK)

  • 12 strategic 'edges' for startups. (LINK)

ICYMI

  • Stripe acquires payment processing startup Lemon Squeezy. (LINK)

  • Canva acquires generative AI platform Leonardo AI. (LINK)

  • Airtable acqui-hires product onboarding experiences startup Dopt for AI talent. (LINK)

  • Alphabet to invest $5B in autonomous vehicle startup Waymo. (LINK)

  • Kennet closes sixth fund at €287M to invest in B2B SaaS across Europe. (LINK)

  • Luca Restagno reveals his strategy and insights for building a successful SaaS product, sharing key lessons learned along the way.

  • Get inspired by successful solopreneurs who turned their passions into profitable businesses.

  • Robdawg1 shares how his video editing software hit 15,000 sign-ups and $1,000 MRR in 3 months.

  • Simon Høiberg offers great tips on achieving $1,000 MRR for your SaaS in just one month.

  • Tamerlan shares his indie hacking journey, highlighting key lessons in validation, iteration, marketing, and community engagement.

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How to Make Your SaaS Fit Like a Glove

I came across an insightful piece that I thought you'd appreciate. It's all about finding the right "Solution-Workflow Fit" for your SaaS product. While creating a product that solves a real problem is crucial, how well it integrates into your users' daily routines is just as important. Imagine building inventory software for farmers that only works on desktops—when they're mostly out in the field, they'd benefit more from a mobile app.

The key here is to understand the tools your audience already uses and ensure your solution fits seamlessly into their workflow. Sometimes, it's not just about the software—a manual or a guide could be the real game-changer. Before jumping into development, take the time to research your target industry's workflows, tools, and formats to make sure your product fits right in.

The takeaway? Always think from your users' perspective to create something that truly makes their lives easier. Building a great product isn't just about the tech—it's about enhancing how your customers get things done.

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