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Focus First, Worry About the Rest Later Here at Reditus, we engage with dozens of startups every week, and almost all of them have the same goal: achieving sustainable revenue growth. For these companies, revenue generation is more than just making money; it’s about survival, scalability, and ensuring their mission

Growth on a Budget: Why Outsourcing is the Key to Scaling Small B2B tech startups often find themselves at the forefront of innovation, crafting groundbreaking solutions to disrupt industries. However, despite their potential, many struggle with establishing a foothold in competitive markets. The challenges are substantial: limited resources, small budgets,

Introduction I’m dating myself, but I got my IMBA and re-entered the workforce in 1998—into the software industry. I experienced first-hand how the lead-up to Y2K coupled with the advent of widespread internet usage created a huge boom of irrational behavior in the tech sector in the late 90’s. Today,

Interview with Joe Buchanan, CEO and Founder of FractionL We’ve seen a lot of buzz around fractional executives recently. Fractional CFOs, Fractional Chief Marketing Officers, etc. seem to be all over LinkedIn. We decided to catch up with Joe Buchanan, Founder and CEO of FractionL, the leading fractional executive placement

The Tempting Trap of Commission-Only Sales It’s not uncommon to encounter tech founders who either haven’t budgeted for a sales team or believe they can get by with commission-only sales reps. While this approach might seem appealing, especially for cash-strapped startups, it often comes with significant drawbacks. In this post,

by Tim Koopmann, Craig Watkins and Zach Gossin Snow was on the ground in Northern Virginia and Iowa, while South Georgia dipped into the high-20’s. The three Reditus co-founders Tim Koopmann, Craig Watkins and Zach Gossin, took the opportunity to relax indoors and enjoy an informal virtual happy hour while

In the dynamic landscape of Software as a Service (SaaS), success is often measured by key performance indicators that reflect a company’s ability to acquire and retain customers. One such crucial metric is the SaaS Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC). In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricacies of

What’s With All the SaaS Sorcery? As a founder, you’re no stranger to navigating a maze of metrics. Every startup lives and dies by its numbers—especially in SaaS. But amidst the countless data points, one metric stands out as a game-changer: the SaaS Magic Number. It’s not just a nice-to-know

In today’s competitive business landscape, achieving sustainable revenue growth is a constant challenge. Companies of all sizes are looking for innovative ways to optimize their sales and marketing efforts, drive lead generation, and ultimately increase revenue. This is where the concept of a fractional revenue team comes in. What is

If Sales and Marketing Aren’t Driving CS, What’s the Point? These days, most B2B SaaS sales and marketing teams are often laser-focused on one thing: acquisition. But here’s a truth bomb—acquiring customers isn’t enough. What if I told you that your business’s success doesn’t hinge on how many customers you

Thinking of Hiring a Head of Sales? Speed and innovation are crucial for today’s B2B tech startups. For these companies, the role of a Head of Sales seems crucial for steering the ship toward success. However, this traditional approach to hiring a full-time resource may not always provide the agility

SaaS startups face relentless competition, making smart marketing essential to growth. For many, the challenge of standing out while balancing limited resources makes hiring a full-time Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) impractical. Enter the Fractional CMO—the ideal solution for startups looking to boost growth, manage marketing effectively, and maximize return on

Introduction At Reditus, we hold that startups need the best revenue teams to help them grow quickly. This is what a CRO can do for your business. These executives bring strategic knowledge to help the startup scale. However, many startups are unable to afford a good CRO. One solution that