#1445 How the Contently marketplace found super-growth by adding software




Startup Stories - Mixergy show

Summary: Today I have the story of a founder who built a marketplace, but what makes this guest so interesting is that his company added software in addition to the marketplace. And it was the software that helped his company grow 10x. Joe Coleman is the founder of Contently which empowers brands to produce and manage high quality content marketing programs. <p><a href="https://mixergy.com/interviews/contently-with-joe-coleman/"><img src="https://mixergy.com/interviews/contently-with-joe-coleman/?get-twitter-card=true&amp;" alt="" class="alignnone size-full"></a></p><p>Joe Coleman is the founder of Contently which empowers brands to produce and manage high quality content marketing programs. </p> <strong>Sponsored by</strong><br><p><a href="http://www.toptal.com/mixergy" rel="nofollow">Toptal</a> – If you’re having trouble finding developers, Toptal is a network of elite pre-vetted software developers. You tell Toptal what you’re looking for, they search their network for the best people, they test the candidates, and then they present you with only the candidates who meet your individual needs. Once you pick someone you can start work with them the next day. They offer a no-risk trial period. Go to <a href="http://www.toptal.com/mixergy" rel="nofollow">Toptal.com</a>. Get the best of the best right now.</p> <hr> <p><a href="http://www.acuityscheduling.com/mixergy" rel="nofollow">Acuity Scheduling</a> – Acuity Scheduling helps businesses offer and manage their appointments online. With this tool, you’ll be able to automate your client bookings, cancellations, reminders &amp; even payments without sacrificing you soul. Plus, automated reminders and follow-ups eliminate your no-shows, and incentivize repeat bookings. Get an exclusive 45-day trial at <a href="http://www.acuityscheduling.com/mixergy" rel="nofollow">AcuityScheduling.com/mixergy</a> </p> <p>If you’re with one of their confusing competitors and you want something new, you owe it to your business to check out <a href="http://www.activecampaign.com/mixergy" rel="nofollow">ActiveCampaign</a>.</p> <p>More interviews -&gt; <a href="https://mixergy.com/moreint" target="_blank">https://mixergy.com/moreint</a><br> Rate this interview -&gt; <a href="https://mixergy.com/rateint" target="_blank">https://mixergy.com/rateint</a></p>