Rich O'Connell

Rich O'Connell

California
Partnerships @ Atlassian. Blogs about Technology Partnerships, APIs and Ecosystems.
Sep
12
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Cloud Marketplaces Introduction

Cloud marketplaces serve as centralized platforms where customers can discover and purchase software.
4 min read
Aug
21
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Tips for Negotiating with Alliance Partners

Alliance partnerships can be a great way to grow your business, expand your reach, and gain access to new resources.
3 min read
Aug
02
Trust in Alliances

Breaking and Building Trust: Lessons for Successful Partnerships

How can you build and maintain trust in your partnerships, and what pitfalls should you avoid?
2 min read
Jul
02
Question Mark

"What Does Good Look Like?" and Other Questions for Partnership Success

Asking the right questions is essential to navigating the partnership journey.
2 min read
May
29
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Charting a Course Through Uncertainty

Acknowledge the inherent unknowns associated with the start-up phase of any collaborative effort.
2 min read
May
07
Product Market Fit Venn Diagram

Measuring PMF for Product Integrations

How to gauge whether your integration truly resonates with users and customers.
2 min read
Apr
18
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Partnership Potholes: Avoiding Common Challenges

Product partnerships offer a wealth of potential benefits, from expanding your user base to unlocking innovative solutions. However, the road
3 min read
Apr
08
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Managing Expectations in a Strategic Alliance

Here are a few ways to manage stakeholder expectations along your journey with a partner.
2 min read
Mar
21
People talking and sharing ideas

Building Internal Consensus on a Partner Strategy

Forget "Big Bang" partner strategies. Building a winning partnership playbook requires a more nuanced approach.
2 min read
Mar
14
$10 Bill

The $10 Budget Challenge for Product Partnerships

The $10 Budget Challenge is a powerful tool for prioritizing ruthlessly.
2 min read