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So fucking hard to scale a saas business beyond $10,000 MRR, forget being a millionare
r/SaaS
5/30/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gemini Deep Research | https://gemini.com | AI Research Tool | Internet search, market analysis |
| Perplexity | https://perplexity.ai | AI Research Tool | Internet search, market analysis |
| Velvet Curiosity | http://velvetcuriosity.com | AI Market Analysis | Continuous trend watching, alerting systems |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty scaling SaaS beyond $10k MRR
- Lack of VC funding and flashy exits
- Burnout from juggling day jobs and business
- Struggling to achieve work-life balance
- Difficulty finding product-market fit
Problems to Solve:
- Scaling SaaS businesses beyond initial growth stages
- Achieving sustainable profitability
- Balancing passion with financial stability
- Building effective distribution channels
Potential Solutions:
- Building multiple SaaS products
- Transitioning from PLG to SLG
- Leveraging personal branding and community building
- Implementing effective sales strategies
- Automating repetitive tasks
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building multiple SaaS products
- Transitioning from product-led to sales-led growth
- Leveraging personal branding and community building
- Implementing effective sales strategies
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Building personal brand on social media platforms
- Attending industry events
- Sponsoring podcasts and appearing as guests
- Influencer marketing
Monetization & Product:
- Focus on solving real problems for specific customers
- Prioritizing value over vanity metrics
- Implementing effective pricing models
- Building multiple verticals within the same industry
User Engagement:
- Building in public
- Creating content and thought leadership
- Engaging with communities and forums
- Providing excellent customer support