SaaS Marketing Weekly

Ryan James, Rocket SaaS
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Aug 26, 2025 • 12min

#59: The 4 growth channels that every SaaS business needs

Discover the four essential growth channels every SaaS business should harness. Learn how owned content builds your foundation, while paid ads can supercharge your reach. Explore the significance of earned credibility through reviews and referrals that enhance trust. Uncover the power of strategic partnerships for exponential lead generation. Balancing these channels is crucial to avoid stagnation and ensure continuous growth. Tune in for actionable strategies that can elevate your marketing game!
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Aug 19, 2025 • 13min

#58: My #1 life-changing career/business growth tip

In this episode, Ryan reveals the one move that had the biggest impact on his career and business growth. It’s not a complex strategy, a funnel, or a new piece of tech; it’s a simple step anyone can take this week that can open doors, spark inspiration, and accelerate your journey. Ryan shares the three steps to making it work, two personal stories of how it transformed his trajectory, and why it might be the fastest way to get unstuck in your career or business.Takeaways:The biggest breakthroughs often come from the smallest, simplest actionsYou don’t need a huge budget or complex strategy to level upThis approach works whether you’re an employee or a founderRyan used this approach twice. He outlines them both - each time it led to massive growth and lasting partnershipsJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Aug 12, 2025 • 15min

#57: How to find & use intent data to target people showing interest in your solution

In this episode, Ryan explains why intent data is one of the most powerful tools in a B2B SaaS marketer’s arsenal. He breaks down what intent data is, the difference between first-party and third-party signals, how to collect it, and how to use it to align sales and marketing for maximum impact. From simple website visitor tracking to advanced ABM campaigns, Ryan shares practical ways to spot buying signals and turn them into high-converting opportunities.Takeaways:Intent data shows which prospects are actively considering solutions like yoursFirst-party intent = data you own (e.g., site visits, demo page views, webinar attendance, email engagement, in-product usage)Third-party intent = external signals (e.g., review site activity, funding news, hiring patterns, event attendance)Tools like AlbaCross and HubSpot can help identify and track high-intent website visitorsReview sites (G2, Capterra, TrustRadius) often offer paid intent data packagesSignals such as funding announcements, hiring for relevant roles, or leadership changes indicate potential buying cyclesEnterprise tools like Bombora and 6sense offer advanced, large-scale intent data (but at a higher cost)LinkedIn activity — profile views, follows, post engagement — can also signal interestSales and marketing must work together: sales to follow up directly, marketing to run targeted ABM/retargeting campaignsUpload intent-driven contact or account lists into LinkedIn Ads for highly targeted, high-performing campaignsJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Aug 5, 2025 • 16min

#56: 7 pricing strategies that big SaaS brands use

In this episode, Ryan breaks down one of the most debated topics in SaaS marketing: pricing. Should you show pricing or not? What model should you use? From flat-rate and tiered plans to freemium, free trials, and usage-based pricing, Ryan walks through eight pricing strategies with real examples and tips for how to pick the right model for your business. If your pricing page is one of your most-visited — and least-converting — pages, this one’s for you.Takeaways:Showing pricing builds trust and qualifies leads — but there are trade-offsTry “pricing from” if you need a middle groundFlat-rate pricing is simple, but not scalable for all businessesTiered pricing (bronze/silver/gold) is most common, but can confuse buyersPer-user pricing is standard, but often gamed with shared loginsUsage-based pricing is great for technical platforms, but hard to forecastFreemium works brilliantly for top-of-funnel — if your product is stickyFree trials need great onboarding or users won’t convertCustom pricing suits complex/enterprise deals, but slows down the sales cyclePrice anchoring is a powerful way to nudge users to the plan you want them to chooseDon’t guess — test 2–3 models and see what converts bestJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Jul 29, 2025 • 22min

#55: The critical elements needed on a high converting B2B SaaS website

In this episode, Ryan breaks down the anatomy of the perfect B2B SaaS website — from site map to homepage layout. With years of experience designing SaaS sites and running conversion rate optimisation campaigns, he shares what actually works to turn traffic into leads. Whether you’re planning a redesign or wondering why your paid ads aren’t converting, this episode is your go-to guide to building a high-performing site.Takeaways:Fix your website before investing in paid ads — otherwise you’ll burn cashYour site map should include: Homepage, Product/Solution, Pricing, CTA (Demo/Trial), Case Studies, Resources, Industries, and optional pages like Integrations or AboutDon’t overload dropdowns — keep navigation focused and clearYour homepage hero section needs one clear headline (≤10 words) and a strong visual of your productAvoid fluffy buzzwords — be clear, not cleverAdd trust signals: G2 badges, logos, testimonials, case study statsShow the problem before the product — connect emotionally with pain pointsUse the Z layout to present 3–5 key features with benefit-focused headlinesInclude a form directly on the homepage for higher conversionUse the FAQ section to offload dense copy and handle objectionsJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Jul 22, 2025 • 24min

#54: The 7 traits of fast-scaling SaaS companies

In this episode, Ryan shares the seven traits he consistently sees in SaaS companies that scale quickly — versus the ones that plateau or fail. After working with 100+ SaaS brands at RocketSaaS, he breaks down the mindsets, strategies, and behaviours that separate fast-growing companies from the rest. If you want to grow faster, smarter, and with fewer missteps, this is your checklist.Takeaways:Speed beats perfection — launch fast, learn fastEmpower your team — micromanagement slows everything downFounders should stay involved in marketing for real thought leadershipClear, narrow positioning always outperforms vague messagingMarketing budgets must scale as revenue scales (aim for 10% of ARR)Don’t obsess over attribution — understand demand generation holisticallyDeep customer insight (sales calls, transcripts, feedback) drives better messagingJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io 
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Jul 15, 2025 • 21min

#53: 15 different ways to get SaaS customers (that actually work)

Discover 15 innovative strategies for acquiring SaaS customers, from effective cold emailing that converts to personalized video content. Learn how to leverage webinars, create valuable free tools, and explore strategic partnerships. This discussion dives into the importance of understanding customer needs and thoughtful outreach as key drivers of lead generation. Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, these actionable tactics are designed to help any SaaS team thrive.
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Jul 8, 2025 • 1h 9min

#52: Webinar: How to market a niche SaaS product when no one is searching for it

Listen to the recording of one of Rocket SaaS' most popular webinars: How to Market a Niche SaaS Product (When no one is searching for it).Ryan shares the exact strategy he uses to help niche SaaS products generate leads, even when no one is Googling your solution. If you’ve built something great but no one knows they need it, this is the playbook you need.Takeaways:Most niche SaaS products fail because buyers don’t know they have a problemLead with the problem, not the productYour real competition is the status quo, not another toolBroad messaging kills conversions — get narrow and speak to one ICP at a timeBuild use-case-specific funnels for each segment (ads, landing pages, lead magnets)Founder-led content builds trust and cuts through the noiseSync LinkedIn ads with outbound to warm up cold leads before sales reaches outRun a $1k test budget to validate the best-performing audiences and messagingFocus on educating the unaware — not just selling to the ready-to-buy 5%Join the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Jul 1, 2025 • 19min

#51: How I scaled my business to £2M ARR, and how you can too

In this episode, Ryan breaks down exactly how RocketSaaS grew from £0 to £2 million in annual recurring revenue. He shares the key marketing (and business) moves made at each stage of growth — from hustling for free work in the early days to ramping up paid demand gen and hiring A-players at scale. Whether you’re a founder or marketer in the trenches, this is a practical guide to growing a B2B service or SaaS business from scratch to serious scale.Takeaways:£0–£100k: Work for free, build a portfolio, hustle hard with cold outreach£100k–£250k: Niche down, create case studies, run outbound LinkedIn campaigns£250k–£500k: Delegate and build a lean team so you can focus on growth£500k–£1M: Go all-in on founder-led LinkedIn content and effective lead magnets£1M–£2M: Double down on demand gen (newsletter, podcast, webinars, ads) and hiring A-PlayersJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io
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Jun 24, 2025 • 31min

#50: How to start a B2B podcast that actually drives revenue

DescriptionIn this milestone 50th episode, Ryan shares exactly how to start a podcast that helps your B2B business grow. He walks through the real-world impact SaaS Marketing Weekly has had on Rocket SaaS — including four sales and £20k MRR — and breaks down how you can do the same. Whether you’re looking to build pipeline through ABM or scale top-of-funnel content for demand generation, this episode covers naming your show, choosing topics, getting guests, software, setup, and how to repurpose each episode into a full content engine.Takeaways:Generated 4 sales and £20k MRR from the podcastUse it for ABM (invite prospects) or demand gen (educational content)Don’t name your podcast after your companyMake it about solving your audience’s problemsPlan 20+ topics in advance from blogs, FAQs, and sales callsStart solo, then bring on guests to grow reachFind guests via referrals, LinkedIn, or tools like MatchMaker.fmTools: Riverside (recording), Buzzsprout (hosting), Shure mic, Sony ZV-1 cameraRepurpose episodes into blogs, LinkedIn posts, webinars, and moreBoost content with ads to scale reach and impactJoin the SaaS Marketing Weekly Newsletter here: https://saasmarketingweekly.com/ Check out Ryan’s agency, Rocket SaaS, here: https://rocket-saas.io/ Send podcast guest pitches to: info@rocket-saas.io 

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