“Never publish an ad that your competitor can sign!” – sage advise from a mentor that still serves me well today. To be blunt: if your brand looks like everyone else’s, you’re feeding the very beast you’re trying to slay. Founders of B2B tech startups, hear me – the biggest mistake isn’t being bad; it’s […]
Category Archives: Value Proposition
Brand, Content Strategy, Execution, Go-to-Market Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Messaging, Sales, Value Proposition
Unsexy but Unstoppable: How to Make Your Boring Tech Irresistible
25
Jun
Jun
Not every product was born to sparkle – that doesn’t mean they won’t drive significant revenue. Some tech isn’t flashy, doesn’t demo like a magic show, and won’t make headlines at CES. But it’s damn useful. It’s the quiet engine behind real productivity, uptime, safety, savings, or control. The problem? Useful doesn’t equal attention-grabbing. And […]
Content Strategy, Execution, Go-to-Market Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Positioning, Sales, Value Proposition
Competitors Make Great Teachers but Even Better Roadkill
11
Jun
Jun
A seasoned product executive colleague I know lives by the mantra, “Steal all good ideas.” For product, this is certainly sage advice, but not necessarily efficient when it comes to facing competitive threats and can unnecessarily burn a startup’s precious time and resources when not a priority. Founders must remain aware that the B2B battlefield […]
Content Marketing, Execution, Go-to-Market Strategy, Messaging, Positioning, Value Proposition
Your Customers Don’t Want a Platform. They Want a Solution to a $10M Problem
14
May
May
First things first: stop calling it a platform. No one cares. Look, I get it. You didn’t spend three years in a lab, on a whiteboard, or buried in code just to slap a few features into a single-purpose tool. You built a platform. Something elegant. Modular. Future-proof. Your baby can do anything. But here’s […]
Go-to-Market Strategy, Messaging, Positioning, Sales, Sales Enablement, Value Proposition
The Procurement Gauntlet – How Your Marketing Can Turn Complex Buying Cycles into Quick Wins
19
Mar
Mar
What does Marketing have to do with managing complex procurement processes with prospective clients? If your gut reaction is, “nothing,” then you’re dooming your Sales organization to a guaranteed glacial pace. Navigating the labyrinthine procurement processes of corporate giants can be a Herculean task for nimble startups. Yet, with the right strategies, preparation, and sales […]
Content Strategy, Go-to-Market Strategy, Messaging, New Product Introduction, Positioning, Value Proposition
They Bought First, They Speak Tech – Now Let Them Write Your Marketing Copy
05
Mar
Mar
Ignore your insiders, staff, investors, and consultants – early adopters are your secret sauce. These tech-savvy trailblazers aren’t just your first customers; they are your unofficial product testers, marketers, and fan club all rolled into one. By tapping into their nerdy enthusiasm and sharp feedback, you can refine your product and craft a killer unique […]
Awareness, Brand, Go-to-Market Strategy, Messaging, Value Proposition
Branding Your Breakthrough – When Tech Startups Should Go All In
24
Dec
Dec
Frankly, no – you can’t wait to get your branding right. Particularly for technology startups, timing is everything – especially when it comes to branding. Whether it was Tesla with electric vehicles, Oculus with VR headsets, or Dropbox with cloud storage, each was successful at generating significant hype, anticipation, and customer affinity through strategic marketing […]
25
Nov
Nov
Enterprise software sales are notorious for their glacial pace. Complex buying processes, multiple stakeholders, and cautious budget decisions mean sales cycles can stretch from months to years. But as a newcomer, you don’t have the luxury of time. You need results – and fast. Here’s how to tackle the beast and speed up your sales. […]
New Product Introduction, Value Proposition
Hacking the Hunt – Clever Ways to Win Your First Niche Customers
18
Nov
Nov
Launching your dream product is exhilarating—until you hit the ‘who cares?’ wall. Here’s how to identify and connect with early adopters without setting your budget on fire. Key Takeaway: Your first customers should be your best co-creators. Test small, fail fast, and iterate quickly. When in doubt, remember—your product isn’t the hero yet. Their problem […]
Execution, Positioning, Value Proposition
Your Foolproof Formula for Crafting Compelling Value Propositions
04
Nov
Nov
Crafting a value proposition that hits hard with your audience requires more than just a catchy slogan. A great value proposition is the ultimate elevator pitch—one that identifies the target, defines the problem, and positions your product as the only solution with a clear, measurable benefit. So, here’s a foolproof formula to cut through the […]