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Why AI Agents Are Killing Seat-Based SaaS Pricing
APR 27, 2026
Why AI Agents Are Killing Seat-Based SaaS Pricing
Michel LiebenMichel Lieben
How to Run a LinkedIn Outbound Campaign Entirely Inside Claude Code
APR 27, 2026
How to Run a LinkedIn Outbound Campaign Entirely Inside Claude Code
Michel LiebenMichel Lieben
How to Build an AI Agent That Runs Your Lead Generation
APR 27, 2026
How to Build an AI Agent That Runs Your Lead Generation

Inside the self-learning AI agent stack that replaces lead generation agencies. How Obsidian memory, Claude Code, and Trigger.dev power autonomous outbound.

Michel LiebenMichel Lieben
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The Content Engine That Added $151K MRR in 87 Days
The Content Engine That Added $151K MRR in 87 Days
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Best GTM Agencies in 2026 (Go-To-Market Leading Services)
APR 21, 2026
Best GTM Agencies in 2026 (Go-To-Market Leading Services)

Discover 2026's top GTM agencies including ColdIQ, the premier tech-driven partner for B2B launches. Compare specializations, pricing, and find your ideal GTM partner.

Alex Vacca
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ABM Strategy: Examples and Templates That Convert in 2026
APR 21, 2026
ABM Strategy: Examples and Templates That Convert in 2026

Discover the 4-channel ABM strategy that generated $7.8M in pipeline. Learn how LinkedIn ads, content, tracking, and outbound work together to convert.

Alex Vacca
Alex Vacca
I Failed 7 Businesses Before Building ColdIQ to $7M ARR
APR 13, 2026
I Failed 7 Businesses Before Building ColdIQ to $7M ARR

ColdIQ founder Michel Lieben failed 7 businesses in 4 years before building a $7M ARR outbound agency, with each failure teaching a specific skill that later compounded into success. The skill stack included paid acquisition, branding, affiliate monetization, technical ability, client delivery, and

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben

AI Sales

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How to Build an AI Agent That Runs Your Lead Generation
APR 27, 2026
How to Build an AI Agent That Runs Your Lead Generation

Inside the self-learning AI agent stack that replaces lead generation agencies. How Obsidian memory, Claude Code, and Trigger.dev power autonomous outbound.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Why AI Agents Are Killing Seat-Based SaaS Pricing
APR 27, 2026
Why AI Agents Are Killing Seat-Based SaaS Pricing

AI agents are breaking seat-based SaaS pricing at a speed most vendors are not ready for. One agent can now perform the work of 1,000 seats, extracting value that the old pricing model never accounted for. Clay shifted to per-action pricing when agents started abusing its free orchestration layer. Usage-based API providers are quietly printing revenue because agents execute autonomously and blame any overspend on the framework rather than the provider. The next pricing model blends a platform fee, a usage fee tied to the actions agents consume, and an outcome fee that captures real value delivered. Not every SaaS should make the jump. Horizontal productivity tools and reporting layers will stay on seats or tiers, but any product where an AI agent directly consumes the unit of value will need to rebuild its pricing logic from scratch.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
How to Run a LinkedIn Outbound Campaign Entirely Inside Claude Code
APR 27, 2026
How to Run a LinkedIn Outbound Campaign Entirely Inside Claude Code

Claude Code can now run a full LinkedIn outbound campaign from one terminal, replacing the need for Clay tables, lemlist sequences, and Instantly campaigns. Othmane Khadri, founder of Earleads, shared his exact setup: a four layer operating system combining Claude.md rules, skills, memory files, and APIs like Unipile, Firecrawl, and Apify. The system scrapes post engagers, runs them through a 7 gate qualification pipeline, scores each lead, drafts outreach copy, and sends messages automatically. The feedback loop is what makes it powerful. After every campaign, the system refines its own ICP criteria based on what converted and what did not. This closes a loop Clay cannot. Claude Code still needs human taste for creative angles and offer direction, but for the mechanical parts of GTM execution, one terminal replaces the entire stack.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben

List Building

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How to Get Prospecting Lists for Cold Outreach (The 2026 Guide)
APR 21, 2026
How to Get Prospecting Lists for Cold Outreach (The 2026 Guide)

A prospecting list is a compilation of potential buyers who fit your ideal customer profile (ICP), organized in a database. Think of it as a key to unlocking your cold outreach efforts. Without it, you don’t know who to reach and how to contact them.

Funmito Obafemi
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How to Automatically Scrape Data from Websites Using Clay Scraper
APR 21, 2026
How to Automatically Scrape Data from Websites Using Clay Scraper

Learn how to scrape website data into Excel automatically with the Clay scraper! Save time and boost productivity with this easy step-by-step guide.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
The Ultimate Guide to Using Buying Signals on LinkedIn
APR 21, 2026
The Ultimate Guide to Using Buying Signals on LinkedIn

Learn how to spot LinkedIn buyer signals and use them to connect with the right people. From my experience, it’s a game changer for sales success!

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben

Cold Emailing

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The 6 APIs That Turn Claude Code Into a Cold Email Engine
APR 21, 2026
The 6 APIs That Turn Claude Code Into a Cold Email Engine

ColdIQ runs outbound campaigns for 70+ B2B clients entirely through Claude Code, using six APIs that cover every step from company sourcing to campaign launch. Kenny Damian built a 300 company campaign in under 20 minutes using AI Ark for the company database, PredictLeads for buying signals, BlitzA

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Best Cold Email Agencies in 2026 (Reviewed by Experts)
APR 21, 2026
Best Cold Email Agencies in 2026 (Reviewed by Experts)

Looking for the best cold email agency? We review the top providers like ColdIQ, Belkins, and SalesBread to help you scale your B2B lead generation.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Best Cold Email Services in the USA for 2026
APR 21, 2026
Best Cold Email Services in the USA for 2026

Discover the best cold email agencies in the United States for 2026 that I trust to boost replies and grow your business fast and simple!

Alex Vacca
Alex Vacca

Lead Generation

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Best Lead Generation Companies in the USA (2026 Top Service Providers)
APR 21, 2026
Best Lead Generation Companies in the USA (2026 Top Service Providers)

Discover top lead generation services USA offers. Based on my experience, these companies help businesses grow with real, quality leads fast.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Cold Email Mastery Review (2026) - ColdIQ
APR 21, 2026
Cold Email Mastery Review (2026) - ColdIQ

Read this Cold Email Mastery Review to see what the course teaches, how it works in practice, and whether it actually improves your outbound results in 2026.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Figma vs Canva: Which Design Tool is Better in 2026?
APR 21, 2026
Figma vs Canva: Which Design Tool is Better in 2026?

Discover the ultimate Figma vs Canva comparison for 2026. Explore features, pricing, and find out which design tool suits your needs best!

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben

Sales Tools

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14 Best Sales Automation Tools in 2026
APR 27, 2026
14 Best Sales Automation Tools in 2026

Sales automation tools are software that streamline, and optimize repetitive tasks in your sales process, enabling your team to focus on high-value activities such as building relationships and closing deals. Discover top sales automation software to streamline workflows, boost productivity, and accelerate deal closures.

Funmito Obafemi
Funmito Obafemi
Top 22 Email Lookup Tools in 2026 - ColdIQ
APR 21, 2026
Top 22 Email Lookup Tools in 2026 - ColdIQ

Discover the top 22 email discovery tools for 2026 that I’ve tested. Find accurate emails fast and boost your outreach with ease!

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
Prospeo vs. Findymail: Which Email Verifier is Better? [2026]
APR 21, 2026
Prospeo vs. Findymail: Which Email Verifier is Better? [2026]

Finding valid email addresses can be challenging. However, email verifiers like Prospeo and Findymail find quality email data to reach your potential leads. Dive into this detailed comparison guide to make an informed decision.

Michel Lieben
Michel Lieben
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