Cinematic image of a business leader standing at the center of a circular stone maze, illuminated by a warm glow while the surrounding labyrinth fades into fog. The visual symbolizes confusion in traditional B2B segmentation and the discovery of clarity through the Minimum Viable Segment (MVS) and Jobs-To-Be-Done (JTBD) insights. Used as the hero image for the article ‘Why Most B2B Segmentation Fails — And How the Minimum Viable Segment Changes Everything.’
Emmanuel Obadia Go-To-Market, Marketing, Our Blog, Product Growth, SaaS Business, Strategy, Leadership & Management

Why Most B2B Segmentation Fails — And How the Minimum Viable Segment Changes Everything

Most B2B segmentation looks great on a slide—but fails in the real world. After interviewing dozens of finance and reporting leaders, a simple truth emerged: people don’t buy because of their ICP profile; they buy because of the moment they’re in. Traditional segmentation ignores the struggling moments, triggers, and thresholds that actually drive decisions. This article explains why most segmentation frameworks break—and how identifying your Minimum Viable Segment (MVS) transforms pipeline, messaging, and growth.

Emmanuel Obadia Branding, Marketing, Our Blog, Strategy, Leadership & Management

The Death of Traditional Marketing: The CMO’s New Role as Chief Growth Officer

The Death of Traditional Marketing: The CMO's New Role as Chief Growth Officer The role of the CMO has evolved far beyond managing marketing campaigns. Today’s CMO is stepping into the spotlight as the Chief Growth Officer, driving business transformation through the GROW framework: Guardian of the Brand, Reflect the Customer, Offer Excellence, and Win with Disruptive Innovation. More than ever, CMOs are taking their place at the executive table, influencing strategic decisions alongside CEOs and CFOs. In this post, I break down how CMOs can master these four essential roles to lead growth and cement their influence in the executive committee. If you're ready to move beyond traditional marketing and become a true driver of business success, this is the roadmap you've been waiting for.

Emmanuel Obadia Marketing, Our Blog, Product Growth, Product Management and CPO, SaaS, SaaS Business

Unlocking SaaS Potential: Harnessing Jobs to Be Done and Strategic Pricing for Maximum Impact

The Jobs-to-be-Done (JTBD) framework and strategic pricing are vital for SaaS companies to develop targeted solutions, resonant messaging, and compelling value propositions. By understanding core customer needs, companies can align product features and pricing models, creating meaningful connections and driving sustainable growth. Pricing strategies including value-based pricing, tiered pricing, freemium models, outcome-driven pricing, and dynamic pricing can maximize revenue potential and customer satisfaction. Successful implementation of these strategies is exemplified by companies like Slack and HubSpot.

Emmanuel Obadia AI, Customer Experience (CX), Data, Digital Transformation, Marketing, Our Blog, SaaS Business, Strategy, Leadership & Management

Eclipsing Product-Centricity: Your Guide to Thriving in the Age of the Customer

Discover why being product-centric is a game of the past. This thought-provoking article uncovers how customer-centricity offers the winning strategy for businesses today, diving into key methods for understanding and meeting customer needs for sustainable success. Let's navigate the age of the customer together.