The RevOps Loop
The RevOps Loop is your go-to podcast for practical insights and expert tactics on optimizing HubSpot and revenue operations, your weekly loop of RevOps insights and HubSpot know-how. Discover how to build scalable sales funnels, streamline cross-team handoffs, and master RevOps challenges for sustainable growth.
Share what topics you're interested in, your wins and potholes, and connect with your hosts Stjepan & Maarten. Join the Nonprofit HUG or find them on LinkedIn!
Nonprofit HUG: https://events.hubspot.com/nonprofit
Stjepan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stjepangrcic/
Maarten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maarten-bovendaerde/
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All Episodes
Building RevOps Tools as Side Projects | 08
What actually works, what breaks, and what we learned building outside client work. In this episode of The RevOps Loop, Maarten and Stjepan explore building RevOps tools as side projects. The guys get into the benefits and challenges of creating custom tools using platforms like Replit and Lovable. Learn how these tools can be hyper-personalized to solve specific problems, offering insights into the process of building and learning along the way. Discover why RevOps professionals are uniquely positioned to innovate, bridging gaps across departments and enhancing operational efficiency. As always, they also share personal experiences and lessons learned, highlighting the importance of avoiding unnecessary complexities and focusing on solving real problems. Hit play to learn how these side projects can transform internal processes and potentially lead to commercial opportunities. Share what topics you're interested in, your wins and potholes, and connect with your hosts Stjepan & Maarten. Join the Nonprofit HUG or find them on LinkedIn! Nonprofit HUG: https://events.hubspot.com/nonprofit Stjepan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stjepangrcic/ Maarten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maarten-bovendaerde/ Brought to you by; Digital Reach Online Solutions https://www.digitalreachos.com/ Nonprofit Tech Shop https://nonprofittechshop.com/How Project Management Actually Works in RevOps | 07
Project management sits at the center of every RevOps initiative, yet it is often the least understood role on the team. In episode 7 here, Maarten and Stjepan talk with Paige Farquhar, Project Coordination Lead at Digital Reach, about how RevOps projects actually run. Paige breaks down the three project types, how scoping works behind the scenes, why client transparency matters, and what it takes to keep consultants, engineers, and stakeholders aligned from kickoff to launch. She also shares practical tips on managing expectations, preventing scope creep, and building project hygiene that saves hours down the line. A candid look at the human, operational, and technical sides of making RevOps projects work. Also: an unexpected Turkish-delight frosé recommendation. Share what topics you're interested in, your wins and potholes, and connect with your hosts Stjepan & Maarten. Join the Nonprofit HUG or find them on LinkedIn! Nonprofit HUG: https://events.hubspot.com/nonprofit Stjepan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stjepangrcic/ Maarten: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maarten-bovendaerde/ Brought to you by; Digital Reach Online Solutions https://www.digitalreachos.com/ Nonprofit Tech Shop https://nonprofittechshop.com/Starting Out in RevOps? | 06
In Episode 6 of the RevOps Loop, Maarten and Stjepan ask a simple question: if you were starting out in Marketing or RevOps today, what should you really focus on? They share how they got started, why small real projects beat endless theory, and how to combine free courses with tiny problems so the learning sticks. They talk through the basics of data structures, integrations, and APIs, how to tell a story with a dashboard, why curiosity and tool testing are career multipliers, and what it means to debug humans instead of just systems. The episode is a practical guide for junior marketers, aspiring RevOps pros, and anyone looking to build a modern, AI aware skill set without getting overwhelmed.
RevOps Stories from the Trenches | 05
In Episode 5 of the RevOps Loop, Maarten and Stjepan look back at their week and share real stories from the RevOps trenches. They cover what it takes to explain technical work to non-technical teams, how to prioritize when everything lands at once, and why B2C and nonprofit data hygiene depends on strong first-party data. They also talk through the reality of vibe coding with AI tools, when to involve a real developer, and how to keep up with constant HubSpot updates. The episode closes with quick tool reflections and a beer review, offering a practical look at the day-to-day life of RevOps consultants.