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Welcome to B2B Brew, where we cut through the noise and serve up your weekly dose of business insights with a side of wit!

5 Business Headlines You Need to Know:

1. AI in SaaS Growth:
   OpenAI's new business tools are making waves in the SaaS world. Could this revolutionize customer support?

2. M&A on Fire:
   Another record-breaking week for mergers and acquisitions as tech giants shop for smaller players to bolster AI capabilities.

3. Startups Recession-Proofing:
   Founders are shifting to low-burn models as funding rounds get tougher. Learn how to adapt.

4. Remote Work Evolution:
   Hybrid work strategies are changing again—why CEOs are rethinking office return policies in 2024.

5. The New ESG Playbook:
   Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) reporting standards are tightening. Are your policies compliant?

4 Expert Picks to Read 🧠:

• The marketing research process explained in 6 steps – HERE

• Building a growth framework towards a $100 million product – HERE

• 10 welcome emails to build trust for the long-term – HERE

• How to get everyone to talk about your brand – HERE

3 Facts from History:

1. First Email Ever Sent: In 1971, Ray Tomlinson sent the first email—and it was just a random string of letters.

2. Startup Staple: Amazon started in a garage. Now, its garages (fulfillment centers) cover over 318 million square feet.

3. The Oldest Bank: Founded in 1472, Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena has survived wars, pandemics, and recessions.

2 Jokes to Make You Smile:

• Why do B2B marketers love coffee? Because they like their leads piping hot! ☕

• What’s a founder’s favorite type of music? Bootstrap blues. 🎸

1 Quote to Inspire You:

Stay tuned for next week’s brew, and don’t forget to share this with a fellow founder or marketer who could use a smile and some insights.

Cheers,
The B2B Brew Team