SaaStr’s AI has been making waves with its unexpected capabilities. In just five weeks, it has engaged in over 30,000 conversations with B2B executives, performing a variety of tasks that were not explicitly programmed. ## Initial Successes The AI has reviewed hundreds of VC pitch decks, examined board packages, drafted compensation plans for VPs of Sales, rewritten outbound scripts, and even coached founders on navigating slowdowns. It has also reviewed candidate resumes, advising founders on when to pass on problematic hires, and evaluated over 100 speaker submissions for the SaaStr Annual event.
Product Recommendations
One of the AI’s most recent and notable achievements is making product recommendations. For instance, it compared Clay and Apollo, providing a detailed analysis. While the SaaStr team has standardized on Lusha due to their extensive database, the AI’s recommendation offers an alternative perspective.
The Power of Advanced AI
The experience with SaaStr’s AI underscores the potential of advanced AI systems to perform tasks beyond their initial design. As Jason Lemkin, founder of SaaStr, noted on Twitter, “A great AI can do many things. Perhaps especially, do things you never expected it to do.” The AI’s ability to make product recommendations without being explicitly designed for this task highlights its versatility and potential for future applications.
