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SaaS Fuel

Want to know why some SaaS companies scale while others stagnate? It"s not just code and capital. You"ve found SaaS Fuel, where every Tuesday and Thursday, we"re brewing up the kind of conversations you wish you could have over coffee with successful founders and industry experts. Join five-time entrepreneur and adventure seeker Jeff Mains every Tuesday as he gets real with visionary founders and executives who"ve built stellar software companies. They share the raw truth about their ups, downs,

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273 David Tabachnikov - Building a Marketplace with...

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2025/04/08

🔥 Billions in scholarships go unclaimed every year—not because students don’t need the money, but because the system is broken.In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with David Tabachnikov, CEO of ScholarshipOwl, the largest scholarship marketplace in the U.S. David reveals how they’re using AI, automation, and ethical technology to simplify the scholarship process for students—while helping brands use scholarships as a powerful marketing tool.And here’s the twist: they’ve done it

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272 Rajiv Nathan - Micro Stories, Big Impact: Turning...

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2025/04/03

Most startup pitches sound the same—AI-powered, disrupting X-billion-dollar markets. But if everyone sounds the same, how do you stand out? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, Jeff Mains sits down with Rajiv Nathan, aka Raj Nation—TEDx speaker, startup storyteller, and founder of Startup Hype Man. Raj breaks down why your storytelling is failing, how to instantly make your audience feel seen, and the simple "K-PASA" formula that transforms your pitch from forgettable to fundable.Whether you're pitching

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271 David Hirschfeld - Why Most Startups Fail (And...

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2025/04/01

What if your MVP isn’t the starting point, but the midpoint?This week on SaaS Fuel, Jeff Mains is joined by David Hirschfeld—founder of Tekyz and the creator of the Launch First framework—to challenge the traditional startup playbook. Instead of building first and hoping customers show up, Launch First flips the script: sell a high-fidelity prototype before writing a single line of code.David shares how he learned this lesson the hard way, after his second startup failed by trying to build critical

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01:00:48

270 James D. Wilton - Freemium, Premium, or Hybrid?...

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2025/03/27

Are you leaving money on the table? Most SaaS founders are—and don’t even realize it. In this episode of SaaS Fuel, Jeff Mains sits down with James D. Wilton, managing partner at Motivate and former senior pricing expert at McKinsey. James shares how to align pricing with value, avoid the biggest monetization mistakes, and build a pricing strategy that actually supports growth.We cover the science and psychology behind pricing, the dangers of freemium gone wrong, why founders underprice out of fear,

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269 Collin Stewart - Product-Market Fit vs....

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2025/03/25

What happens when a failed musician turns into a SaaS sales powerhouse? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, Jeff Mains sits down with Collin Stewart, CEO of Predictable Revenue and host of the Predictable Revenue Podcast. Collin shares raw, real stories from his journey—including early startup failures, the brutal truth about product-market fit, and what founders get wrong when scaling too fast.We dive deep into customer development, outbound sales strategies, and how AI is shaping the future of SaaS

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268 Donald Kelly - Breaking Through the Noise:...

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2025/03/20

Are you struggling to scale your SaaS business while keeping your sales process human? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Donald Kelly, sales expert and host of The Sales Evangelist podcast, to discuss how authentic engagement can drive more sales than automation alone.Donald shares key insights on:✅ The biggest mistake SaaS founders make when selling ✅ How to balance founder-led sales with product-led growth ✅ The future of B2B sales in the AI era ✅ Practical sales

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267 Gerald Zankl - Balancing Art and Science: The...

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2025/03/18

💡 Why do some sales reps consistently outperform the rest?Is it talent? Better strategy? Or something else?In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Gerald Zankl, CEO & Co-Founder of Kick Scale, to discuss how AI-driven sales intelligence is revolutionizing the way sales teams operate.If you’ve ever wondered how to close bigger deals, scale efficiently, and leverage AI to optimize sales, this episode is packed with actionable insights you won’t want to miss.Key Takeaways00:00

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266 Peter Benei - Marketing in the AI Era:...

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2025/03/13

💡 AI is everywhere—but most businesses aren’t getting great results. Why?Most companies think AI can think for itself. It doesn’t. It’s only as good as the inputs you give it. Without the right briefing, strategy, and human oversight, AI-generated marketing content can be generic, uninspired, and even damaging to your brand.In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Peter Benei, Principal Consultant at Intercept Scale, to break down how leaders can use AI strategically to fuel

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53:06

265 Frank Sondors - Secrets of SaaS Success: Lessons...

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2025/03/11

💡 Is your sales strategy actually built for scale, or are you just running faster on a treadmill?Scaling a SaaS company isn't just about selling more—it’s about selling smarter. If you're bringing in customers but losing just as many on the back end, you’re not growing. You’re just replacing lost revenue.On this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Frank Sondors, founder of Sales Forge, to uncover how AI and data-driven sales strategies can help you scale without ballooning your

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264 Marcus Hamaker - Navigating Business Challenges:...

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2025/03/06

Why Leadership, Cash Flow & Emotional Intelligence Are the Keys to SaaS Growth | Marcus Hamaker, CEO of Boost USA💡 Think a great product is all it takes to scale a SaaS business? Think again. The difference between thriving and barely surviving often comes down to leadership, cash flow management, and team culture.Key Takeaways00:00 – Why your business is failing (and how to fix it)06:10 – How leadership shapes business success (or failure)12:30 – The mindset shift required to grow beyond

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263 Lucas Lovell - Growth Strategies in Global SaaS:...

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2025/03/04

💡 Is your SaaS pricing strategy transparent, or are you unknowingly hurting your brand? If you're expanding globally, do you understand the hidden complexities of international payments and compliance?On this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Lucas Lovell, VP of Product at Paddle, to discuss the mistakes SaaS founders make with pricing, localization, and global payments—and how to fix them.Key Takeaways00:00 – Is your SaaS pricing strategy misleading customers?05:30 – Why global

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53:48

262 John Horn - From Goals to Metrics: Charting the...

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2025/02/27

💰 Is your paid ad strategy actually working—or are you just burning money? If you’ve ever felt like your agency is speaking a different language or your ROI isn’t where it should be, this episode is for you.In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with John Horn, CEO of StubGroup, to break down how businesses can maximize their paid ads, avoid common ad account suspensions, and create high-ROI campaigns that actually convert.Key Takeaways00:00 – Intro: Are you wasting money on

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261 Ahikam Kaufman - The Evolution of Finance:...

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2025/02/25

💰 What if one mistake in your company’s financial data could cost millions? It happens more often than you think. In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains talks with Ahikam Kaufman, co-founder and CEO of SafeBooks, about how AI-driven financial data governance is changing the game for CFOs, accountants, and finance teams.Ahikam has spent years in fintech, SaaS, and corporate finance, and today, he shares how companies can prevent financial errors, ensure compliance, and automate internal

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260 Yuliya Gorenko - Building Authentic...

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2025/02/20

What if influencer marketing wasn’t just for fashion brands and B2C companies? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Yuliya Gorenko, an influencer marketing expert at Mischka Agency, to uncover how B2B SaaS companies can leverage influencers for sustainable growth.Yulia has built influencer programs for SaaS brands like SE Ranking, Hack Chinese, and UnaCheck, scaling them from 0 to 8 figures. In this episode, she reveals how to find the right influencers, build lasting

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259 Kasper Pihl Tornoe - Navigating Tech and...

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2025/02/18

What if scaling a company while raising a family was your biggest challenge—not funding, competition, or product-market fit? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Kasper Pihl Tornoe, CEO & Co-Founder of Question Base, to discuss the real-life struggles of entrepreneurship, family life, and scaling AI-powered documentation tools.Kasper and his wife have been building companies together for over a decade, from launching a consumer app to scaling Swipes (a #1 task manager on

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258 Chris Ball - Navigating Market Volatility:...

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2025/02/13

What if hiring the right people and making sound investments were the biggest factors in scaling your business—not just strategy or revenue? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Chris Ball, Managing Partner at Hoxton Wealth, who has grown the firm from $35M to over $2.1B in assets under management.Whether you're a SaaS founder, entrepreneur, or business leader, this episode is packed with wealth-building strategies, tax-efficient investing tips, and insights on scaling a

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257 Dan DeGolier - Cash Flow Essentials: Strategies...

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2025/02/11

What if poor financial management was the biggest risk to your SaaS business—not your competitors or even AI? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Dan DeGolier, founder of Ascent CFO Solutions, to dive deep into the financial strategies that separate thriving SaaS companies from those constantly struggling with cash flow, compliance, and scalability.If you're a SaaS founder, CFO, or executive looking to improve financial efficiency, cash flow visibility, and revenue

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256 Blair Nichols - Speak to Lead: How SaaS Founders...

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2025/02/06

What if your story was the key to unlocking massive growth in your business? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Blair Nichols, founder of BBN Creative Management, to explore how SaaS founders and business leaders can use speaking engagements, storytelling, and personal branding to elevate their industry authority, attract ideal clients, and drive business growth.If you’re a SaaS leader, entrepreneur, or coach looking to stand out in your industry, this episode is packed

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255 Alex Levin - AI Meets Empathy: Scale...

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2025/02/04

What if your voice could power your business, drive customer engagement, and revolutionize how you connect with clients? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains welcomes Alex Levin, co-founder and CEO of Regal.ai, to discuss how voice AI is transforming the way businesses interact with customers.From automating customer support to enhancing personalization, Alex shares insights on leveraging voice AI to scale operations while maintaining an authentic, human touch.Key Takeaways00:00 –

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254 Michael Greenberg - Scaling Smart: How AI and...

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2025/01/30

Struggling to streamline your operations and scale effectively? In this episode of SaaS Fuel, host Jeff Mains sits down with Michael Greenburg, founder and CEO of Third Brain Digital Operations, to explore how automation and AI can revolutionize your business processes and drive sustainable growth.From hiring smarter to leveraging digital workflows, Michael shares his expertise on optimizing workflow teams and tools using cutting-edge technology.Key Takeaways00:00 – Introduction: Rethinking hiring

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