What Would an Independent Slack Look Like If It Hadn't Sold to Salesforce?
AI Summary
This SaaStr Daily issue explores what an independent Slack might look like today, estimating a $16B-$20B valuation versus Salesforce's $27.7B acquisition. It also highlights how Replit gained 214 free article mentions and 5.9M page views, and shares Stripe-sponsored data showing multiproduct SaaS companies grow 21% faster. Additional posts cover VC insights and why founders should never step away from sales.
Key Facts
Author Takes
Independent Slack valuation
If Slack had stayed independent, it would likely trade at $16B-$20B, far below the $27.7B Salesforce paid.
Founders hiring first VP of Sales
The #1 mistake founders make when hiring a VP of Sales is stepping back from sales; the CEO never gets to step away.
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