Growth Talks

Growth Talks

Join hosts Michal Sadowski and Mick Griffin as they share powerful insights and proven strategies for success in the digital marketplace. This engaging podcast dives deep into AI, online business, e-commerce, digital marketing, website optimization, and more, equipping entrepreneurs with the tools they need to thrive. Mick Griffin, the Chief Growth Officer at Traffit, a recruitment ATS, has an exceptional record of driving exponential growth. With 13 years of experience in growth roles at Brand24 and GetResponse, Mick has established himself as an expert in the SaaS industry. His passion lies in Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success, and he has recently expanded his focus to include People and Culture. Mick is also the visionary behind Pipeline Summit, a renowned SaaS sales conference, and contributes actively as a mentor at GrowthMentor whenever his schedule permits. Michal Sadowski, the Founder at Brand24, a media monitoring tool used by 4000+ customers across 159 countries. Mentor at Startup Weekend & Founder Institute. The author of the "Social Media Revolution" bestselling book. Awarded "Best Co-Founder" in The Next Web Startup Awards. Web Summit Conference People's Stage winner.

Episodes

September 4, 2024 36 mins
In this episode of Growth Talks, Michal Sadowski and Mick Griffin dive into the 2024 big tech layoffs, discussing how over 100,000 employees have been affected by massive cuts at companies like Dell, PayPal, and Google. They explore whether this shift could lead to a boost in startup hiring, drawing parallels with the post-2008 economic crisis. Michal and Mick also share their thoughts on the evolving job market, how tech professio...
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In this episode of Growth Talks, Michal Sadowski and Mick Griffin delve into the value of attending conferences, especially for startup founders. Broadcasting live from the Carpathian Summit, they discuss critical considerations for startups, including which conferences to attend, budgeting, and the potential benefits of networking. Michal and Mick share personal anecdotes, such as pivotal moments at the Internet Beta and InfoShare...
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The Search Generative Experience (SGE) integrates advanced AI to revolutionize the conventional search engine model. Unlike traditional search engines that return a list of links, SGE uses generative AI to understand queries in context and produce direct, synthesized responses. Obviously, this will affect most businesses as it will affect Google results. What can we do to prepare? Can you even prepare for such a substantial change?...
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Launching a new business can be a daunting endeavor, but having the right tools in your arsenal can make all the difference. In this episode of 'Startup Essentials: The 5 Must-Have Tools for New Businesses,' we dive into the critical tools that every new entrepreneur should consider. From cutting-edge technology to simplify your operations, to essential software that boosts your team's productivity, we cover the key investments tha...
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We dive into the crucial decisions that shape the future of your new business. We explore the pivotal roles that are essential to get your startup off the ground and soaring.

This episode provides practical advice on which roles should be your first hires. We'll also share real-life experiences, common hiring mistakes to avoid, and actionable tips to help you make the right hiring decisions.
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November 2, 2023 36 mins
Explore the unique experiences, challenges, and eye-opening moments that led to fully embrace the power of artificial intelligence in our professional life. Whether you're a curious skeptic or already passionate about AI, this podcast offers valuable insights and practical wisdom.

Follow Mick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickgriffin
Follow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalsadowski1/
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Join us as we unpack ChatGPT's AI-generated tips for securing initial customers. We'll analyze their real-world applicability and discuss AI's role in modern sales. Perfect for startups and sales enthusiasts!

Follow Mick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickgriffin
Follow Mike: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalsadowski1/
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Step into the world of cutting-edge technology as we explore the remarkable impact of artificial intelligence on various aspects of running a business. In this enlightening episode, we uncover the transformative power of AI tools and how they are reshaping industries and revolutionizing traditional business practices. From intelligent data analysis and predictive algorithms to automated customer service and personalized marketing s...
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In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the world of entrepreneurship and explore the two distinct paths founders often take to fuel their startup dreams: bootstrapping and venture capital. Join us as we dissect the pros and cons of each strategy, uncovering the trade-offs, risks, and rewards associated with each approach. Discover firsthand accounts from successful entrepreneurs who have embarked on both paths, as they shar...
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In this compelling episode of "Growth Talks," we delve into the captivating world of ESOPs (Employee Stock Ownership Plans) and their transformative impact on businesses. Join us as we unlock the power of ESOPs and explore how they can revolutionize employee engagement, foster a culture of ownership, and drive exceptional growth.

Whether you're an entrepreneur curious about ESOPs or an executive seeking innovative ways to engage and...
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode, we discuss:

+ How to get sales in Poland vs How to get sales on the global market?
+ How do changes in pricing affect SaaS business?
+ How can SaaS companies prepare for a recession?
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+Controversy around Basecamp.
+ Basecamp announced an internal ban on political talks.
+ Clubhouse - is it just a viral or a sensible platform for content creators and a potential valuable customer acquisition channel.
+ Remote work - what awaits us? Will the remote first or remote only model win? Or maybe something else?
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ Product Hunt promo results. Best practices for running a product hunt campaign.

+ $15 Challenge - a fun game translated from basketball into SaaS multiverse :)
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ Hey.com a new email service from the founders of Basecamp.

+ Conversion rate benchmarks goldmine from Heap Analytics https://heap.io/blog/data-stories/goo...
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Full keynote from an amazing InfoShare 2019 conference https://infoshare.pl/ A compilation of best practices, tips, tricks, hacks, and fuckups from our journey from 0 to 100,000 users a month. Supplemented with stories from fellow entrepreneurs. Learn from my mistakes as I share tactics and tools that will help you to grow an online business.

About me:
Founder & CEO at Brand24, a media monitoring tool used by 3000+ companies across 1...
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ Customer Retention Report by Brightback https://brightback.com/blog/b2-c--b2-...

Discounts and deals are the most popular retention tactic
Companies are mostly not yet collecting data to act upon
SMB-focused Companies are better in customer service then Enterprise-focused Companies

+ MailChimp launches their own mockumentary series https://mailchimp.com/presents/
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ 5 amazing tools to boost your business in 2019 including:

+ https://www.livesession.io The fastest way to understand customer's digital experience
+ https://www.prodsight.ai Automated customer feedback analysis
+ https://clearbit.com/Data to power your entire business
+ https://www.leadworx.com Convert Anonymous Website Visitors into Customers
+ https://www.madkudu.com/ L...
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ Stripe Billing launches in Europe
+ Infoshare conference and How to Get Most out of Events
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#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. In this episode we discuss:

+ Intercom launches product tours, a direct competitor to Appcues.
+ At Basecamp, everyone works at customer service for a day once every few weeks.
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April 5, 2019 14 mins
#GrowthTalks featuring Mick Griffin. How to talk through benefits, rather than features? Mick is talking about our internal communication workshop that was really eye-opening for many of our team members.
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