Ep. 158 - 97% of SaaS Churn at First Opportunity is Decided in the First 90 Days - Onboarding Is the Key - go-to-market strategy - SaaS Backwards

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Send us Fan Mail Guest: Srikrishnan Ganesan, Co-Founder & CEO of Rocketlane - Most B2B SaaS leaders know that onboarding is important but underestimate its impact. The reality is that 97% of churn at first opportunity is decided in the first 90 days, making onboarding the most critical stage in the customer journey and the defining factor in revenue growth and long-term customer success. In this episode, Sri Ganesan, Co-Founder and CEO of Rocketlane, shares how SaaS companies can transform onboarding from a fragmented process into a strategic advantage. From community-led growth to automation-driven efficiency, he reveals what top SaaS companies do differently to drive retention, expansion, and revenue acceleration. Key Takeaways: Onboarding Determines Retention & Growth: The first 90 days define whether customers will churn or expand. Community-Led Growth Builds Credibility: Building an engaged audience before launch fosters trust and momentum. Automation Eliminates Inefficiency: Siloed tools slow teams down; all-in-one platforms drive success. Market Validation is Critical: The biggest factor in startup success isn’t the product - it’s picking the right market.

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