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How did you get your first 100 paying users?

r/SaaS
5/23/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Apollohttps://get.apollo.io/2yw342wr6hqlB2B Lead GenerationLinkedIn Sales Navigator integration, lead database
Smartleads.aiEmail OutreachAutomated email campaigns
SnovEmail OutreachCold email automation
ClayEmail OutreachCold email automation
SalesforgeEmail OutreachCold email automation
BenoSocial Media EngagementAutomated discussion engagement

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty gaining initial paying users
  • Building trust with early users
  • Effective outreach strategies

Problems to Solve:

  • Acquiring first 100 paying users
  • Building trust in early stages
  • Finding effective outreach channels

Potential Solutions:

  • Using B2B lead generation tools
  • Automated email campaigns
  • Social media engagement automation
  • Directory listings

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Targeted outreach campaigns
  • Automated engagement tools
  • Directory listings

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • LinkedIn Sales Navigator for B2B leads
  • Automated email campaigns
  • Social media discussion engagement

Monetization & Product:

  • Focus on building trust early
  • Effective cold email strategies

User Engagement:

  • Automated social media engagement
  • Personalized outreach messages