How To Launch A SaaS From Scratch (4 Essential Steps)

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Published 2023-07-28
If I had to build a new SaaS from scratch, without followers, without my network, and without cash - this is how I would do it.

This is a path consisting of 4 critical steps from idea, to product, to a future-proof business 🚀

#saas #startup #validation #ideas #productmarketfit
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All Comments (21)
  • @SimonHoiberg
    Building a SaaS is hard. There’s no manual, no ultimately “right” or “wrong” path. The 4 steps I present in this video is meant to be repeated as many times as it takes to hit home 👌 That’s how I did it. And that’s how most founders I know did it. Next up ➝ Learn how to validate your SaaS idea Watch it here: https://youtu.be/aSMxdBVTcLg Be sure to hit the like button on the video if you got value from it! Talk to you in the comments
  • @fasaipuengudom5412
    Small SaaS factory. Simon, you have no idea how much this video means to my SaaS journey 🙏
  • @davidhatley
    00:00 Simon shares his four essential steps for launching a SaaS from scratch. 01:10 Importance of "problem-founder fit" - being the ideal customer profile and passionate about the problem. 03:03 Utilize unfair advantages - expertise, unique insights, connections - as they give an edge. 04:53 List problems, passion, and unfair advantages to find the ideal problem to solve. 06:17 Create an organic distribution channel - focus on one platform, engage with the community, create valuable content. 08:25 Build the product in public - involve the community, get feedback, build a loyal user base. 09:23 Use no-code and AI tools to quickly develop the first version of the product. 10:04 Expect failure and turn the process into reusable building blocks for future projects. 11:42 Aim to create a "SaaS Factory" by continuously generating and validating new ideas.
  • @Utopy34
    Wow this was actually extremely valuable in the sense that it's immediately actionable, thank you for putting it out there! Subscribed ;) I love the idea of creating a mini SaaS factory and seeing a failure as an experiment that gives you more experience for the next attempt. I truly believe that if we stick to it and try it over and over again in a methodical and strategic way, things will end up working out no matter what. I'm a developer, always struggled with everything you mentioned and AI is a game changer for me!
  • @Simon.Freund
    One of the most valuable videos I've ever caught on YouTube! Subscribed and saved!! Great job Simon
  • @baobaobiz
    I haven't watched tons of business/startup mentoring videos but this is by far the best! Well done for such gold content.
  • @hsarp1990
    One of the best videos! Have saved to regularly come back to it
  • @shammahbarnabas
    Simon, I wanted to express my gratitude for this video. It's wonderfully explained and presented in a way that even a 5-year-old could easily grasp. Your effort in making complex topics accessible is truly appreciated.
  • @FlorinPop
    As always, looking forward to watching your videos 😃
  • Always with the high quality substantial content! Thankyou so much. I always prepare my pen and notebooks when I watch your video 🤓
  • @HenryChavezV
    No sabes como me acabas de cambiar la vida, gracias por compartir estos videos 👍
  • @TheGeekHide
    Thankyou man! I needed this! I was literally lost and depressed after failing 2-3 projects in a row!
  • @RolodexRex
    Yeah man this is on point. I can really get behind this "Build for Yourself" viewpoint. Thank You for sharing and keep up the awesome. -j
  • @awusacollins
    Great video, Simon. I was amazed with your point of retargeting plans )