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From Bootstrap to Scale: Daniel Andor on Building User-Centric SaaS Products

From Bootstrap to Scale: Daniel Andor on Building User-Centric SaaS ProductsFrom Bootstrap to Scale: Daniel Andor on Building User-Centric SaaS Products

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In this episode of Software Spotlight, we sit down with Daniel Andor, founder of Duran, a leading product strategy and design studio. With over a decade of experience in UX design and product discovery, Daniel has helped numerous early-stage founders transform their products from minimum viable products to scalable solutions. His journey from working in a startup studio in Romania to founding his own design consultancy showcases the evolution of product-led growth in the SaaS industry.

Daniel shares his expertise in helping pre-seed and seed-stage companies overcome common growth challenges, particularly during the critical transition from early adopters to early majority users. His work has resulted in significant improvements for clients, including 5-10% reductions in churn rates and enhanced user engagement through optimized product experiences.

Key Discussion Points:
-  Evolution from technical founder to UX/product strategy expert
-  Methodology for combining product strategy with UX design
-  Framework for conducting effective customer research and feedback collection
-  Approach to optimizing products for different devices and use cases
-  Strategy for reducing customer churn through improved user experiences
-  Process for testing and validating design solutions with end users
-  Insights on working with global clients across US, Europe, and India
-  Impact of AI tools on product development and design
-  Techniques for bridging the gap between technical founders and user needs
-  Methods for measuring success through customer feedback and engagement
-  Strategies for scaling products beyond early adopters
-  Importance of understanding customer context in product development

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Creators & Guests

Host
Michael Bernzweig
Michael Bernzweig is a tech entrepreneur and podcast host. He founded Software Oasis in 1998, pioneering software distribution. Now, he connects businesses with top tech consultants and hosts the Software Spotlight, Career Spotlight, and Consulting Spotlight podcasts, providing valuable insights to professionals.
Guest
Daniel Andor
Daniel Andor is the founder of Duran, a product strategy and design studio. He specializes in UX design and product discovery, helping early-stage founders create intuitive digital products. His journey began in Romania working at a startup studio before transitioning to freelancing and eventually founding Duran to focus on combining UX design with product strategy.

What is Software Spotlight?

Are you looking to stay ahead in the fast-paced world of B2B SaaS? Software Spotlight delivers weekly insights from the frontlines of software innovation. Join host Michael Bernzweig, founder of Software Oasis since 1998, as he brings you exclusive conversations with industry titans, innovative leaders, and game-changing executives in the SaaS space. Each episode unpacks winning strategies, emerging trends, and actionable insights you can implement immediately. From scaling your SaaS business to mastering digital transformation, discover the tactics that drive success in today's competitive landscape. Whether you're a founder, executive, or ambitious professional in the B2B SaaS world, this podcast delivers the strategic intelligence you need to thrive. Subscribe now to join our community of forward-thinking tech leaders and get weekly episodes packed with data-driven insights, expert analysis, and exclusive interviews that will transform your approach to SaaS.