VC Cafe

MAY 4, 2021

With an already existing user base, it’s easier for incumbents to roll out new features to a ready-made audience. Instagram announced last week that it will allow livestreams without the need to turn on video, essentially enabling live audio rooms. Stereo , launched in 2020 and is based in LA.

Audio 140

Audio Software Review Open Source Social Network 140

ConversionXL

OCTOBER 16, 2022

The email list recipients weren’t the business’s target audience; Because of this, many had a negative buying experience; Half wrote negative reviews or warned friends to avoid the brand. increased 57% between 2020 and 2022 and Insider Intelligence expects it to grow another 30% by 2025. They got an ROI of $2 on every $1 spent.

Acquisition 129

Acquisition eCommerce Customer Churn Rate 129

VC Cafe

APRIL 28, 2021

Consider this: Jack Conte , Patreon’s CEO summarised it beautifully in the video below (or on this blog post if you prefer reading) by breaking down the evolution of the creator economy. The sum is equivalent to the combined annual revenue of Snap and Twitter for 2020. Billion in 2020. Platform take rates = tax.

Audio 167

Audio Valuation Stealth B2C 167

Up and Running

JANUARY 18, 2021

The first thing most eCommerce companies did in February of 2020 was to smash their crystal balls and toss out demand forecasts because the world was shaping up to be like nothing we’ve seen before. These tools have helped companies increase their general eCommerce capabilities and capture more interest from a captive audience.

eCommerce 150

eCommerce B2B Forecast Demand 150

VC Cafe

JULY 26, 2020

In 2020, there is no second chance to make a first impression. In 2018, Quibi (back then called NewTV), raised $750 million in seed capital pre-launch (the service went on to raise an additional $1 billion ahead of the product launch in March 2020). Single users can test enterprise software using a credit card.

Lean 214

Lean Seed Capital Startup Burn Rate 214

ConversionXL

JUNE 25, 2021

Understanding how your product launch fits into the bigger picture will help you discern: How to build awareness in the introduction stage (this strategy will vary based on product type, industry, target audience, etc.) Based on the audience response, tweak your messaging accordingly. Conducting user research to understand their needs.

Product 96

Product Social Media Audience Software Review 96

Duct Tape Marketing

APRIL 13, 2017

Additionally, it’s predicted that the amount of money spent on social media advertising is set to catch up with newspaper ad revenues by 2020. A promotional tweet to Facebook post to influencer marketing on Instagram to a full-scale video on YouTube, the options can be many. There is always that anxiety to get started. Page Post Link.

Social Media 60

Social Media Media Marketing Lead Generation 60