RecurNow
198 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsA daily show that gets behind the truth of subscription, keeping you in the know on all things recurring revenue with sophistication & opinion by the Recur Studios team.
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Have you met Freddy?
November 01, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 12.4 MBToday on Recur Now, we talk a new benefit for Amazon Prime members: free grocery delivery. We also see Freshworks wade into the artificial intelligence market, and Lyft dramatically reprices its subscription service.
350 million messages per day
October 31, 2019 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.5 MBToday, we see an NPR-owned app go freemium, a social media management platform is sprouting an IPO (although not a profit), and Vendr raises $2 million to replace your enterprise sales team.
$25 trillion by 2025
October 30, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 10.1 MBOn today’s episode, SaaS and big banks team up. We talk expansion revenue with Kajabi, and behind the scenes of this year’s Recur Boston conference with event master Erin Phinney.
What's your Netflix password?
October 29, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBToday, we share Netflix passwords. Plus, Rev Boston helps mold the sharpest females in tech, and a tribute to the late Silicon Valley great, Don Valentine.
Who's the newest member of the SaaS class?
October 28, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.56 MBToday, we welcome the newest member of the SaaS class: Citrix. Plus, we spy acquisition upon acquisition with Mastercard x SessionM and Roku x dataxu.
We're setting BBC straight
October 25, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 9.17 MBToday, we see Pendo raise $10M to get us all more product-led, Drift’s David Cancel reminds us of rituals (and why they’re so essential to fostering a culture’s success), plus the crew over at BBC questions the value of subscription—but we set them straight.
Subscription basketball
October 24, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 11.2 MBToday on Recur Now, an NBA team is hopping on the subscription bandwagon. We break down the Cleveland Cavalier's new subscription model with one of our own pricing experts and sports fanatic. Plus, Zuora's Subscription Economy Index is out and the findings are astronomical.
Show, don't tell
October 23, 2019 09:00 - 13 minutes - 15.1 MBToday, product-led growth is the center of our universe. First up, a packed Twitter thread by Userpilot’s Aazar Ali Shad on product-led growth, an Appcues x Salesforce launch, plus the Product Marketing Alliance dropping its 2019 State of Product Marketing.
Ecommerce rules
October 22, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 10.8 MBToday, we’re all about ecommerce. We have a list of podcasts for the ecommerce-righteous crew out there, plus 2Checkout hosts a webinar, and Rewind partners with BigCommerce to bring you a Black Friday playbook.
Subscription wizards
October 21, 2019 10:40 - 16 minutes - 16.3 MBToday, we’re subscribing to the man, the myth, the wizard himself: Harry Potter. We also connect with the Co-Founder and CEO of Chargebee on a RevOps drop. And I want to know: what are your thoughts on limiting Slack messages to public channels only?
The theatre will never die
October 18, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 19.7 MBCan AMC Theatres On Demand learn from the demise of MoviePass? Appcues and Heap join forces, plus the newest member of the subscription club has arrived. Who could it be?
You've made it to The Good Place
October 17, 2019 09:00 - 13 minutes - 14.1 MBOn today’s episode, we’re spanning from PLG to TV—an era of product-led growth and a streaming service overload. And The Good Place... How can this NBC original teach us a ton about content marketing?
You're being nonchalant about security
October 16, 2019 09:00 - 15 minutes - 17.1 MBToday, we have our eyes across the pond to SaaStock Dublin. We’re also looking at data breaches: Have they become commonplace? Are we nonchalant about sufficient security? We wrap with a new member of the subscription class, and Zuora’s Tien Tzuo weighing in.
Boring content + budget
October 15, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 11.6 MBToday, Wistia reminds us of the most important aspect of brand affinity: connection. Pipedrive x Zoho Desk launch an integration, plus Drift’s David Cancel and HubSpot’s Katie Burke get real on workplace culture.
We have eyes on the competition
October 14, 2019 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MBToday, we talk remote work—does it work? Forbes predicts the future of social, and we take a look at your competition: Are they all they’re cracked up to be?
Mental health = company growth
October 11, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 9.66 MBToday, Product Hunt is hunting for podcast recommendations, Litmus is live with a Month of Giving, plus we look at mental health at work—and how it directly impacts company growth.
Product-led everything
October 10, 2019 10:00 - 10 minutes - 11 MBToday, we’re talking product-led everything. First up, a chalk-full Twitter thread by Userpilot’s Aazar Ali Shad on product-led growth, an Appcues x Salesforce launch, plus the Product Marketing Alliance dropping its 2019 State of Product Marketing.
Attention: ecommerce > everything
October 09, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 13.2 MBToday, we’re all about ecommerce. We have a list of podcasts for the ecommerce-righteous crew out there, plus 2Checkout hosts a webinar, and Rewind partners with BigCommerce to bring you a Black Friday playbook.
What's up, Slack attack?
October 08, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 11.9 MBToday, we see the Slack of yesteryear make a pretty bold statement. We head back to SaaStock Dublin. Plus, our team considers the value of company equity in a game we call Overrated/Underrated.
Subscription sports: the future of fandom?
October 07, 2019 09:00 - 12 minutes - 13.1 MBToday on Recur Now, the astronomical findings of Zuora’s Subscription Economy Index are released. We’re also talking subscription sports with a pricing expert, and highlighting a former Netflix culture-building badass. Can you guess who?
$171 billion in underpricing
October 04, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 11.7 MBToday on Recur Now, we've found some binge-worthy podcasts, plus the freshest products this Friday. Also, the five phases of software development and how an outdated IPO process has resulted in $171 billion worth of underpricing.
A very human IPO
October 03, 2019 09:25 - 9 minutes - 10 MBToday, we see Appcues and Zapier team up, a prospect for human IPO-ing, plus an outlet for education by ear.
Work from wherever
October 02, 2019 09:00 - 14 minutes - 15.1 MBToday, we're digging into remote work and the way FYI's Marie Prokopets turned this challenge into her superpower (and how you can, too).
In a world... where the subscriber is the center
October 01, 2019 10:00 - 11 minutes - 12 MBZuora's Amy Konary creates a world in which subscribers are at the core, because she knows success is no longer measured simply by products sold. Plus, Recurly raises dough, Medium talks product marketing, and Beyond Pricing helps the common folk make a buck.
What does Peloton's IPO mean for startups?
September 30, 2019 09:00 - 20 minutes - 22 MBToday, we look at more Peloton problems—and what that could mean for startup IPOs. We also get to know HubSpot’s Brian Halligan, as the CEO and Co-Founder who just so happens to rock out with Jerry Garcia’s guitar.
The undenying force of feedback
September 27, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 10 MBToday, we dive deep into radical candor in the workspace. We also hear from Eric Santos, CEO of Resultados Digitais—who’s worked to expand SaaS reach in Florianópolis, Brazil.
The new age of travel: buyer, leaser, or subscriber?
September 26, 2019 09:00 - 14 minutes - 15 MBToday, we talk travel. It's no plane or train, but instead a subscription automobile (called Canoo)—we'll tell you all about it. I also play a round of Name Your Price with our team to see how much I'd have to pay them to rid their lives of social media. How much would you take for it? See what our panelists have to say.
On your mark, get set, game
September 25, 2019 09:00 - 14 minutes - 16.1 MBToday, we revisit the ever-present power of customer success. And newly launched Apple and Google video game services are playing for keeps. I also break down Andrew Grove’s High Output Management, so you can get the good lessons without ever picking up a copy.
Vacation, subscribed
September 24, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 12 MBToday, we dive deep into subscription travel. Plus, our team plays a game of Overrated/Underrated to decide if open-office layouts are the way to go, or if classic cubicle life is best for productivity purposes.
The future is female funded
September 23, 2019 14:00 - 12 minutes - 12.9 MBToday, we're talking fierce females. Plus, Stripe raises millions, Attivio leads the pack, and streaming services look to old-school content to gain their edge in the space.
The very first city-as-a-service
September 20, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 18.3 MBToday, we introduce you to the world's first city as a service — CaaS. We're also breaking down Salesforce's new app helping companies go sustainable, Morning Brew launching a new podcast, the re-emergence of Gin Lane as Pattern, and how to build the ultimate retail experience.
Notion goes back to school
September 19, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 9.34 MBToday, in the works is a new product supporting sustainability, WeWork loses some of its employees (but not the spotlight), plus a hot take on full time vs. self-employment.
GameStop levels up
September 18, 2019 09:00 - 13 minutes - 14.5 MBIt's been a brutal year for GameStop. Today, we dive deep on the road to recovery. Plus, NBC Universal dropped details on its new streaming service, WeWork's IPO remains on the back burner, and get a taste of Italy delivered to your door.
MoviePass™ throws in the towel
September 17, 2019 09:00 - 11 minutes - 11.3 MBToday, dive deep on the end of MoviePass™ with insight from one former subscriber. Plus, we tell you where Tien Tzuo's "Subscribed" is on tour, drop details on your new meeting organization sidekick, and bring you a podcast that debates the question: will all companies in the content world become media companies?
JOANN crafts its own subscription space
September 16, 2019 09:00 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MBToday, we dive deep on JOANN Fabrics and Crafts new venture in the subscription space. We also spotlight a timesaving product, drop details on which startup acquired Ford's subscription service, and introduce you to this week's Subscription Sapien: Gail Goodman.
Gamers get ready, Google Play Pass coming your way
September 13, 2019 09:00 - 6 minutes - 7.89 MBToday, we dive deep on Apple Arcade's friendly new competition, Google Play Pass. Some familiar cloud companies made Forbes' The Cloud 100. Palmer Luckey, founder of Oculus, is cinching success, but not with Facebook. Walmart may be knocking on your door sometime soon. But, don't head out for the weekend before gaining some wisdom from Movable Ink CEO, Vivek Sharma.
AppleTV+, cheaper than a latte
September 12, 2019 09:00 - 7 minutes - 7.94 MBToday, we dive deep into how AppleTV+ pricing stacks up against other streaming services. We're also bringing you updates on SaaS collaborations and EA's cloud gaming service. Plus, how much would I have to pay you to let your CEO read your Slacks?
Watch out Apple, Spotify wants to be numero uno
September 11, 2019 09:00 - 12 minutes - 13.6 MBToday, Spotify wants to dominate the podcast industry. We're breaking down how it plans to get there. Plus, if you've ever wondered what it takes to develop a startup, wonder no more; we're dissecting Rand Fishkin's book, "Lost and Founder."
What's up with Wunderlist?
September 10, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.74 MBToday, we're unpacking why Wunderlist's founder is desperate to buy the app back. Last week we told you about a vague tweet by Product Habits' Hiten Shah. This week, we're bringing you answers. And, ProfitWell team members debate whether offering employees company equity is overrated or underrated.
Extra! Extra! The Post is going product
September 09, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 11 MBToday, we're taking a look at how subscribers can fuel revenue. We're also shining the spotlight on Patty McCord: the people professional who went from bopping around border towns to streaming giant Netflix, where she created a sort of Bible for culture for some of the biggest names in the Bay Area.
WeWork is back (not necessarily) better than ever
September 06, 2019 09:00 - 8 minutes - 8.96 MBToday, with WeWork's return we're pondering what it means to be "tech." From our very own reveals to INBOUND 2019, we're recapping this week, and gifting you with some weekend wisdom from HubSpot's CPO Katie Burke.
Is Disney+ prepped for pro digital delivery?
September 04, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 10.9 MBToday, we're catching up with sir Walt Disney. Our crew also debates the value of unlimited paid time off: overrated or underrated? Stick with us for today's top subscription happenings.
This subscription wants you to have babies
August 30, 2019 14:00 - 7 minutes - 8.52 MBNeed more reason to convince you the subscription takeover is here? We found two. Today, we meet the newest members of the subscription club, drop the details on our LIVE launch event, and hear some weekend wisdom from Chief Instigator Dan Martell.
Are we sensing Peloton problems?
August 29, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 11 MBTheir recent S-1 filing could reveal a lot about Peloton's potential. Today, we dive deep into the Peloton IPO, plus our ProfitWell crew answers how much I’d have to pay them to part ways with their strongest team member.
WeWork, we IPO, we cause debate
August 28, 2019 09:00 - 15 minutes - 16.6 MBA look inside WeWork's controversial IPO. Today, we dive deep into WeWork’s IPO (and the backlash since), give you a sneak peek at tomorrow’s segment called Name Your Price, and go behind the book with Tien Tzuo’s Subscribed during our ProfitWell Book Club.
Subscribing to humans
August 27, 2019 09:00 - 9 minutes - 9.92 MBSubscriptions to people could be what you never knew you needed. Today, we dive deep into the concept of subscribing to humans, take a look at a new episode of the ProfitWell Report, and argue the value of customer success teams in a segment called Overrated/Underrated.
Retail therapy? Subscribed.
August 26, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 12.8 MBIt's an "add to cart" kind of day. Today, we dive deep into the future of retail, plus a feature on HubSpot’s Brian Halligan — on how he scaled the company to the #1 spot in marketing automation.
RecurNow | trailer
August 16, 2019 17:45 - 30 seconds - 2.16 MBBe on the lookout for the launch of our daily news show Recur Now. Launching in August on video and podcast, each episode will feature daily news with a supplementary segment. Here’s what they’re all about: The ProfitWell Book Club is a review style segment during which we digest the best in business books from cover to cover (so you don’t have to). Name Your Price is a game in which players are prompted with questions of monetary value - reminiscent of childhood discussion: “How ...