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bjones53

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About bjones53

Co-Founder, GrowSumo. (http://growsumo.com/). Canadian.

Twitter: @bryncdn

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    Comment #14231648

    Thanks sherm8n. Happy to chat to anyone about best practices, but our platforms lets you set commission and make payouts.

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    Comment #11013180

    GrowSumo (YC S15) | Toronto, ON | Full Time | ONSITE GrowSumo makes it easy for SaaS companies to generate revenue through people that recommend products they love. We’re looking t…

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    Ask HN: What do you resell?

    I'm interested in learning about what products you are reselling to your clients.

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    Comment #9101786

    There's no success state on your contact form.

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    Ask HN: What makes a successful partner program for SaaS companies?

    I'm building a SaaS company and we've started a partnership program, which has helped us grow our revenue. I was hoping to get some best practices from people that have built succe…

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    Comment #8524490

    https://joinpod.com Pod's a group organization tool -- we're like a more functional Facebook Groups. Users organize teams around Pods and people can create tasks, schedule meetings…

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    Comment #8421928

    Way ahead of you on this -- on-campus students groups will have access to the platform for free. However, large organizations like students' unions, regional, and national groups w…

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    Comment #8421886

    We've received similar feedback from other users; calendar sync should be integrated in the next few weeks.

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    Comment #8421727

    Fair point -- we're still testing, so for now it is free. Our longterm strategy to adopt a pricing model similar to Github; make the platform free for public groups, provide users …

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    Ask HN: How do you use Google Groups?

    If so, do you find it useful? If not, what are the alternatives?

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    Comment #8269285

    Validation is often oversimplified. Driving traffic to a landing page validate's that you're good at marketing; signups validate interest from consumers; feedback provides insight …

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    Comment #8177635

    I understand this is easier said than done, but stop living in the future and start enjoying the present. One way this can be achieved is by setting short term realistic goals; lea…

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    Comment #8150051

    Chris Dixon does a great job at explaining vesting schedules for founders and employees http://cdixon.org/2009/04/21/founder-vesting/ . If he feels like a co-founder then you shoul…

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    Comment #8149819

    Based your the description you've provided you shouldn't split anything, but I'd need more information to answer your question. Has your co-founder brought in any sales? Does he ha…

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    Thank you for addressing the value of individualized learning and for assessing your experience based on the knowledge you acquired as opposed to your employability. For every pers…

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    Comment #8121410

    I was disappointed that the article didn't acknowledge the impact globalization has likely had on the increasing number of 'Older Firms'. Global markets bring massive opportunities…

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    Comment #8113924

    What other resources have you been using?

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    Comment #8103901

    Where are you looking to rollout?

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    Comment #8103879

    I remember reading somewhere that the question, 'Why are you lucky?' is used by companies during interviews. The question is supposed to say a lot about a person' attitude, self-co…

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    Comment #8102933

    Interesting concept. How did you come up with your price points? I know you are using images, but I'd like to see more details about the weekly meal plans.

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    Comment #8102714

    I suggest that you search for examples on websites like http://www.docracy.com/ . Be aware that laws vary by country, state, province, etc., so make sure you speak with a lawyer.