“This is not just a job. They are thrilled and obsessed with the mission, the customer, the problem, the ways we could solve it, etc…” Today, Johnny (@johnnypage13) and Matt (@mattverlaque) discuss the importance of attracting higher-caliber talent as your company matures. They further delve into the role of a Facebook community for lead generation and support, explaining how effectively managed communities can drive engagement and grow the business. The hosts also share their perspectives on what makes a great developer, highlighting the need for quality, speed, and context-oriented work.
You are now tuned into the SaaS Academy Podcast. Join Matt Verlaque and Johnny Page as they take you behind the scenes of what it takes to become a great SaaS Founder, addressing the challenges, victories, and essential lessons learned in the pursuit of growing a successful business!
Matt is COO at SaaS Academy, the largest business coaching program for B2B SaaS founders in the world. He's also the co-founder of High Speed Ventures, where Dan Martell and I invest in early stage B2B SaaS companies. He's a passionate tech entrepreneur who took a non-traditional path to get there. After a decade in the fire department, Matt switched gears to co-found UpLaunch, a marketing automation platform for gyms which was acquired in 2020. Outside of business, Matt's a father to three young sons, husband to a badass wife, and the world’s okayest triathlete.
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