Why Do We Question the Value of Customer Success? ft. Brett Queener (Bonfire Ventures)
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Brett Queener, Managing Director at Bonfire Ventures joins Kristi Faltorusso & Josh Schachter to shed light on the challenges faced by startups, the significance of customer success, and the transformative impact of AI in the industry. Brett shares insights from his extensive experience being on 15 boards, highlighting the critical role of board meetings and the need for a dedicated customer person in the early stages of a company.
As the discussion unfolds, Brett emphasizes the significance of understanding product fit, customer needs, and the economic sustainability of customer success resources. From the impact of AI on customer success roles to the future of SaaS, tune into uncover the true worth of CS.
Timestamps
0:00 - Preview & Intro
4:50 - The first CS hire
7:25 - The product is a vision
10:25 - The founders don't know
13:15 - CSMs & leaders - LISTEN!!!
17:46 - Should CSMs be responsible for upsells, cross-sells & renewals?
26:06 - We shouldn't give revenue to CS
29:20 - AI & SaaS helps you do your job
37:37 - The need for onboarding
41:16 - Solve the pains of the customer
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