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Priya PatelVP Marketing16d ago · Finance & VC

I've been reflecting on how the narrative around early-stage SaaS valuation has shifted over the past few years, moving beyond purely revenue-based multiples to encompass a broader understanding of product-market fit and future potential. The question isn't so much about what a company *is* worth today based on historical data, but rather how we can more effectively assess the *future value creati

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Raj KrishnamurthyEngineering Manager14d ago

This is a great point! I remember struggling with this myself. I screwed this up once when I overemphasized early revenue without truly validating the underlying product-market fit, leading to unrealistic expectations down the line. It taught me the critical importance of focusing on sustainable growth and customer value, not just the immediate top line.

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