{"id":7226,"date":"2023-06-15T08:48:41","date_gmt":"2023-06-15T08:48:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.matsio.com\/matsio\/saasboomi\/?post_type=newsletter&p=7226"},"modified":"2023-09-13T10:58:10","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T10:58:10","slug":"lol-my-first-newsletter-as-a-ceo-and-i-couldnt-write-a-subject-line-lol","status":"publish","type":"newsletter","link":"https:\/\/dev.matsio.com\/matsio\/saasboomi\/newsletter\/lol-my-first-newsletter-as-a-ceo-and-i-couldnt-write-a-subject-line-lol\/","title":{"rendered":"My first newsletter as a CEO and I couldn\u2019t write a subject line ?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s been two overwhelming months since I took over as the first CEO of SaaSBoomi. Being someone who\u2019s often found backstage and on the last rows of crowded halls, I was ushered to its very center that basks with a proverbial spotlight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To be honest, the word CEO never really struck a chord. I\u2019m still getting used to it and there\u2019s a sense of hesitation when someone asks me to step forward after calling out the designation. However, I see this role as an avenue of continuous learning and an opportunity to be at the forefront of community building \u2013 something that I absolutely love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In line with the above, LOL (Learn Out Loud) is going to be my monthly email to all our key stakeholders, ecosystem partners, and governing members, where I share excerpts from both my official planner and personal journal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s dive in! ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From my official planner:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Continue to build a volunteer-driven community at a pace that\u2019s slow but highly organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Onboard people who are a natural choice for accountability rather than just experts in SaaS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Harness the true value of our full-time staff with the combined efforts of specialists who will contribute on a part-time basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Actively leverage the governance council to build an ongoingly strong org structure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2705 Align all contributors to SaaSBoomi\u2019s vision and governance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

From my personal journal:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

? 6th April, 2023 \u2013<\/strong> My day\u2019s plan was just to have a good conversation while munching on some scrumptious lunch, at Monsoon Cafe, near Delhi airport. I just felt like letting the NCR folks know that they are important and help would reach them wherever they are getting stuck. However, the discussion helped me find an amazing bunch of volunteers who are very keen to execute and build the NCR and Jaipur chapters \u2013 something which I have failed to do so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? 1st May, 2023 \u2013<\/strong> A bittersweet May Day evening at the Guwahati Airport, as I return home from SaaSBoomi\u2019s 4th annual offsite. My bag is filled with beautiful memories of amazing people, great conversations, timeless bonding, and everlasting friendships. Meghalaya is truly a magical land where people worship nature and co-exist graciously amidst a matriarchal tribal culture. This trip was a reminder to find joy in simple things and how functioning as a community can help us accomplish extraordinary feats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? 24th May, 2023 \u2013<\/strong> Landed in Singapore, earlier today. Feeling super-excited to prime the second international chapter for SaaSBoomi. Also happened to find my way to The Tintin Shop. I grew up reading Tintin comics and the cartoon series which I fondly regard as one of my all-time favourites. The child in me wanted to buy the entire store. However, I stuck to picking up some t-shirts and collectibles that I will cherish forever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? 26th May, 2023 \u2013<\/strong> Our 2nd international chapter is now primed and ready to go. I networked with 80+ Singapore-based SaaS founders who showcased deep passion and love towards what they are building. In my learnings about the country\u2019s history, Singapore has always embraced the power of community. I\u2019m sure the same will transpire into SaaSBoomi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

? 3rd June, 2023 \u2013<\/strong> A blissful Sunday at the Padukone \u2013 Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence, concluding the SaaSBoomi Badminton League 2023. The tournament witnessed a phenomenal turnout of 160+ SaaS enthusiasts, all competing with the spirit of true sportsmanship. John Wooden didn\u2019t lie when he said, Sports don\u2019t build character. They reveal it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Okay, I think I\u2019ve typed enough! ?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Leaving y\u2019all with this recent piece<\/a> where I attempt to unpack the art of recruiting volunteers with care and empowering them to unleash their full potential, based on my experience of having built communities for almost 2 decades now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sincerely,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avinash Raghava
Founding Volunteer & CEO, SaaSBoomi<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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