💻 2023 is all for SaaS

Plus: Making the Most of Your Best Hours, Harvard Study Finds Unhappy Jobs.

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Chai Sip
March 28, 2023

ISSUE #038

☕ Good Morning! Sippers,

Did you know that India is becoming a thriving hub for IT innovation? With over 27,000 active technology-based startups, the country is quickly becoming a hotbed for entrepreneurship. And the world of Software as a Service (SaaS) startups is no exception.

In today’s Issue 📥 :

  • Launching a SaaS business.

  • Making the Most of Your Best Hours.

  • Harvard Study Finds Unhappy Jobs.

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A Step-by-Step Guide to Launching a Profitable SaaS Business in India in 2023

With almost 17,010 successful SaaS startups in India, it’s no wonder that entrepreneurs are feeling inspired to launch their own ideas. SaaS businesses serve software to customers as a service, with vendors hosting and maintaining servers, databases, and code. And India is emerging as a powerhouse for innovative technology, with the rise of Machine Learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Virtual Reality (VR) leading to game-changing SaaS companies like Pine Labs, Razorpay, Chargebee, and Zoho Corporation.

India’s SaaS market is projected to be worth $10 billion by 2025, with an 8% share of the global SaaS market. The opportunities for SaaS companies in India are limitless.

  1. Identify a problem: Start by identifying a problem that needs solving and develop a solution that alleviates it. Without addressing a problem, you don’t have a business. Once you have a clear idea, write up a lean plan. Rather than a lengthy 40-page plan, start with a one-page pitch. It’s faster and more suitable for constantly testing new ideas.

  2. Validate your SaaS idea: Validate your SaaS idea by finding out whether your assumptions are true or false. Attempt to answer the question, “Can my idea make money?” Once you’ve validated your idea, explore pricing models and initial customer acquisition. Subscription-based pricing models are popular in the SaaS industry.

  3. Establish your brand: Establishing your brand is crucial in standing out in a crowded marketplace. Figure out how to differentiate yourself from competitors, and make it memorable. Ensure that you comply with industry-specific rules and regulations when setting up your company legally.

  4. Build your product: Build your product with the following principles in mind: Start as soon as possible, start small, use a development technology, and keep core development in-house.

  5. Develop your go-to-market strategy: Develop your go-to-market strategy. There are many ways to market a SaaS product — from paid advertising and affiliate partnerships to active outreach to media outlets and content marketing. Experimenting with a combination of these methods is a good idea. Pay attention to what works and be aware that it may change over time.

  6. Establish metrics for success: Establish metrics for success. Whether or not you consider yourself a fan of numbers, if you run a business, you’re going to have to get used to looking at them.

  7. Leverage project MeghRaj: The Indian government has been promoting cloud adoption in the country through project MeghRaj (launched in 2014) to accelerate the delivery of e-services and has established a vision to develop India as a global cloud computing hub. Leverage this initiative to get started with cloud adoption.

  8. Leverage government policies: The government has introduced various policies such as the National Policy on Software Products (NPSP) and the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) scheme to support the growth of the software industry in India. Leverage these policies to support your SaaS business.

  9. Leverage India’s tech talent: India has a huge tech-based talent pool. Leverage this talent to build your team and scale your business.

  10. Focus on data security: Data security is critical for any SaaS business. Ensure that you have robust security measures in place to protect your customers’ data.

Remember, the key to success is to keep it simple and straightforward. With the right approach and guidance, launching a successful SaaS startup in India is within reach.

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Making the Most of Your Best Hours

As we go through life, we often find ourselves juggling multiple responsibilities and struggling to manage our time effectively.

However, according to author Elizabeth Gilbert, it’s essential to identify the times of day when we’re at our best and allocate that time wisely. By doing so, we can ensure that we’re giving our best selves to the tasks and people that matter most.

One case study that highlights the importance of effective time management is the story of musician Sting. In an interview, Sting shared that he wakes up at 4 am every day and spends the next few hours writing and practicing music before the rest of the world wakes up.

By doing so, he ensures that he’s making the most of his productive hours and is giving his best to his craft.

Another example is the story of Arianna Huffington, founder of the Huffington Post. After experiencing burnout and exhaustion, Huffington realized the importance of prioritizing rest and self-care. She now makes a conscious effort to disconnect from work and technology at night, ensuring that she’s getting enough sleep and taking care of herself before tackling the day’s tasks.

As Elizabeth Gilbert says:

“If you’ve reached a certain age then you know what works for you. You should know by this point in your life what time of day you’re ‘good’ — like what time of day is your brain at its best. Because the reality is we all get, maybe, two good hours a day where we actually feel awake and alert.

“And the big, important question is: Who currently gets that time from you? The best time from your brain every day—who or what currently gets that? And would you be willing to take it back so that it’s yours and then give the world the ‘second-rate’ version of you (which is the other 22 hours of the day)…”

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Harvard Study Finds Unhappy Jobs

What’s sipping? ☕ A Harvard study that spanned over 85 years and included around 700 participants from all around the world has found that jobs with little human interaction tend to be the unhappiest.

📖 The research studied participants every two years, asking detailed questions about their lives, and found that positive relationships are the key to living a happier, healthier, and longer life.

🧘🏻 Positive Relationships at Work are Critical: According to Robert Waldinger, MD, a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, positive relationships at work are critical.

The study found that a job that offers opportunities to build meaningful relationships with co-workers can lead to lower stress levels, healthier workers, and fewer days when individuals come home upset. Additionally, they make workers happier.

😲 Isolating Jobs are on the Rise: Emerging, tech-driven industries such as package and food delivery services, and online retail are examples of industries where jobs tend to be lonely. In these industries, individuals often work without co-workers or work alongside co-workers who they do not know well due to the fast-paced nature of the work. Jobs that involve independent work and overnight shifts, such as truck driving and night security, also tend to be isolating.

😌 Socializing at Work Reduces Feelings of Loneliness: The Harvard study found that socializing at work can help reduce feelings of loneliness. Incentivizing teamwork is key to building positive relationships with co-workers, and individuals tend to be happier when they feel connected to those around them.

Waldinger suggests that if individuals are expected to work independently or compete with others, they are less likely to build positive relationships with their co-workers.

💯 Finally: The Harvard study underscores the importance of positive relationships, particularly in the workplace. Jobs that offer opportunities to build meaningful relationships with co-workers lead to happier, healthier, and more satisfied workers. As technology continues to shape the job market, it is important to ensure that we don’t lose sight of the value of human interaction and connection in the workplace.

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