Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Junaid Ahmed.Junaid is the founder of Home Studio Mastery and an expert in transforming home workspaces into professional video production studios.He’s got over a decade of experience in video production and tech solutions, and has helped countless entrepreneurs, influencers, and creators elevate their content by optimizing their home studios.So, whether you’re just starting out or looking to upgrade your setup, Junaid’s insights will help you create a space that’s both functional and a reflection of your personal style.This is an episode you’ll want to see some clips for so you can check out his set up to get an idea on what you’re missing.In this episode, we discuss:Common mistakes people make when setting up a home studioEssential elements every professional home studio needsHow to design a studio that enhances both creativity and productivityBudget-friendly tips for improving video qualityAnd more...You can learn more about Junaid on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Get the Agency Profit Toolkit for free now!-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Marcel Petitpas.Marcel is the CEO of Parakeeto and an expert in helping digital and creative agencies improve their profitability. He’s worked with hundreds of agencies to help them get better at managing their margins, setting accurate pricing, and tracking project performance.If you’ve ever struggled to figure out where your profits are going or how to scale your agency without burning out, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Marcel is one of my go-to guys for agency profitability questions and he should be yours too.In this episode, we discuss:Why "net profit" on a project basis is a flawed metricThe best way to track project profitability and set pricingWhy internal specialization is crucial for future successAnd more...You can learn more about Marcel on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Get the Agency Profit Toolkit for free now!-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Patrick Kizny.Patrick is the founder of Futurecrafting™ and a creative entrepreneur with over two decades of experience leading firms in digital marketing, branding, and Hollywood-grade CG & VFX. He’s worked with clients all over the globe and now helps creative firms unlock value and scale their impact with his Value Method.I brought Patrick onto the show to share his insights on how marketing agencies can create value, communicate it effectively, and position themselves strategically in the value chain. If you’ve ever struggled with positioning, pricing, or just making your value clear to clients, this episode is for you.In this episode, we discuss:Why value alignment between agencies and clients is often brokenHow agencies can position themselves better in the value chainThe importance of value-based pricingHow to shift from being a vendor to a strategic partnerAnd more...You can learn more about Patrick on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Today’s episode is sponsored by Parakeeto.You know that task in your agency that involves pulling together data and context across Finance, Operations, and New Business, just so you can make better decisions.This is exactly what the team at Parakeeto helps do.They make whoever is managing that task look like a rockstar, using their proprietary frameworks, technology, and services to set your agency up for the best decisions.Don’t let missing and disparate data be the reason your agency struggles.You can learn more at Parakeeto.com/forward. -----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Matt Durante.Matt is the head of B2B Marketing at Nectar.Matt specializes in helping mid-sized businesses and startups break through scaling barriers, particularly in B2B markets. His approach focuses on creating scalable, measurable, and meaningful growth through marketing and operational strategies.Matt is one of my favorite follows on LinkedIn for creative content around marketing and I was excited to explore some of those themes together.In this episode, we discuss:How to uncover the biggest impact points in your businessWhy Matt avoids using AI for content creationHow to scale your business without losing sight of measurable outcomesAnd more...You can learn more about Matt on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Nathan Warner.Nathan is the founder of Fearless Leadership LLC and a master course creator.I watched a masterclass from Nathan in the TACK Insider community and wanted to reach out to learn more. After going through one of his mini-courses, I knew I needed to get him on the show to help agencies do the same.You’ve probably heard about creating mini-courses and some of the benefits for your business, but it’s not always as simple as it sounds. Nathan takes the guesswork out of the process and he’s here to share some key insights.In this episode, we discuss:why mini-courses are a powerful tool for agenciesthe common mistakes people make when launching their coursewhat to do after someone signs upand more…You can learn more about Nathan on LinkedIn.-----------Join the TACK Insider community today. -----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today we’ve got a special episode for you.I’m joined by Chris Storey and we’re going to recap the excitement from this month’s All-In Agency Summit.We had 14 presenters covering a range of topics, so we wanted to captured some highlights to share with listeners.If you want to be notified of the next Summit, visit the All-In Agency Summit LinkedIn page and give it a follow. You can also keep following me here, on Substack, or anywhere else, because I’ll be sharing the next event everywhere.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today is a solo cast where I dive into one of my company values: Your Cadence is Your Credibility We'll get into what this means, the three types of cadence in business, and some ways you can improve your cadence. -----------Links from the show:- If I Had to Start an Agency from Scratch- The PRISM Model: Determining if a Problem Deserves Solving- 5 Offers to Launch Your Agency's Revenue- Your Service is Not Your Offer- Agency Life: The Lead Magnet That Pays for Itself w/ Chris DuBois-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today is a solo cast where I answer: “What would you do if you had to start an agency from scratch?” Join me as we dive into the question and hopefully give you some nuggets for ways to improve your current agency. -----------Links from the show: - If I Had to Start an Agency from Scratch- The PRISM Model: Determining if a Problem Deserves Solving- 5 Offers to Launch Your Agency's Revenue- Your Service is Not Your Offer- Agency Life: The Lead Magnet That Pays for Itself w/ Chris DuBois-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Tony Wilson.Tony is the founder of Accquip, providing fractional CFO services to agencies. He’s also the host of the DevLaunch Podcast which I’d recommend agencies give a listen to.I brought Tony on so we could talk agency financials. For a lot of founders, it’s not that it’s a mystery, it’s just not the most enjoyable place to spend your time. It can be intimidating. Especially if you’re not fully sure what you’re looking at.If that’s you, rest assured, Tony helps to make everything more approachable.In this episode, we discuss:the biggest things agencies get wrong with their numbersthe importance of gross marginshow to make your agency exit-readyand more…You can learn more about Tony on LinkedIn or at Accquip.com-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Jakub Grajcar.Kuba is the content marketing manager at ZenPilot and I wanted to bring him onto the show to shed some light on marketing for agencies.You’ve probably heard me mention the stat that only 14% of agency clients come from direct marketing. And it’s for that reason you should be spending more time marketing your own brand.Kuba hosts the Agency Journey podcast, write ZenPilot’s newsletter, and produces loads of social content. There’s a lot you can learn from him and he over-delivers in this conversation.In this episode, we discuss:how marketing an agency is different than other businesseshow podcasts can benefit your brandwhy agencies should start a newsletterand more…You can learn more about Jakub (Kuba) on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Dr. William Attaway.William is the founder of Catalytic Leadership, where he provides executive coaching and helps agency founders become stronger leaders.William and I have recorded multiple podcasts and done events together and every time, I leave with awesome takeaways. He’s a genuinely great guy and has awesome an perspective and insights on improving your leadership.In this episode, we discuss:What mindset shifts agency founders should adopt for better leadershipWhy leaders should question their leadership styleHow agency founders can leverage their long-term visionand more…You can learn more about William on LinkedIn or at CatalyticLeadership.net.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Dylan Ciaccio.Dylan is the Director of Marketing at Black Camel Agency and an evangelist of problemotional marketing, which we dive into in the episode.If you’ve heard me on other podcasts or follow my LinkedIn content, you’ll know I’m a firm believer that all marketing starts with a problem. So when I stumbled across Dylan’s content, I immediately knew I needed to get his perspective on the show, and he didn’t disappoint.In the episode, we discuss:How to identify the core problem you solveWhy your messaging isn’t resonating with you audienceHow to start problemotional advertising for your own brandand more…You can learn more about Dylan on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today is a solocast hosted by yours truly. Cognitive biases can break us if we're not aware of them. In this episode, I share the 10 biases I see most frequently with agency founders and offer some solutions so they don't destroy your business. -----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today is a solocast hosted by yours truly. There are 3 primary reasons I see teams failing, so I wanted to provide a quick episode to help you tackle those challenges and hopefully gain some forward momentum. -----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Ben Catley-Richardson. AKA: The Accountability Viking.Ben is the founder of Get Shit Done and Have More Fun, an agency coaching business for founders who want to stop sacrificing their sanity.Not only does he have some great methods and systems to make this happen, but many of the ideas are led through studies in neuroscience. It moves these ideas out of theory and into proven application.In the episode, we discuss:How to make tough decisions that create more free timeThe importance of the five gates of learningWays to increase clarity to overcome overwhelm and procrastinationand more…You can learn more about Ben at GetShitDone.Fun and on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Mikael Dia.Mikael is the founder of Funnelytics and a former agency owner. As a previous user of Funnelytics and a firm believer in the power of offers, I was excited to get Mikael on the show to discuss how agencies can productize their offerings.In the episode, we discuss:How to make data-driven decisions in your marketingHow to better set client expectations through visualizationThe need for specialization to develop repeatabilityand more…You can learn more about Mikael at Funnelytics.io and on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Garret Caudle.Garret is the CEO of Influent, helping founders ideate, create, and execute on LinkedIn. And they don’t just focus on posting, but rather the full pipeline of social media lead generation.This conversation was a lot of fun and packs a serious punch for anyone looking to jumpstart their publishing journey on LinkedIn. I know I pulled a lot of insights I could apply immediately, so I know you’re going to find value in this one.In the episode, we discuss:The biggest mistakes founders make when starting on LinkedInThe secret to social publishing successWhat to do once you have a social presence.and more…You can learn more about Garret at Influent.co and on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Ryan Watson.Ryan is a partner at Upsourced, providing outsourced accounting, financial strategy, and M&A advisory services for creative agencies.I’d previously heard Ryan on a lot of podcasts and knew he’s a man of the numbers. So I was excited to get him on a episode to talk about the financials behind running an agency.And like of most of these conversations go, we ended up covering so much more.In this episode, we discuss:How the Hierarchy of Financial Needs can focus your effortsWhy you should pay attention to the Lifecycle of AgenciesHow project profitability is changingand more…You can learn more about Ryan at UpsourcedAccounting.com and LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Corey Quinn.I’ve been a longtime follower of Corey’s, and with the publishing of his book, “Anyone, Not Everyone,” I knew we needed to get him on the show.Corey’s an agency coach and helps founder get out of founder-led sales, so they can spend more time doing what they want rather than being tied to every prospect.In this episode, we discuss:Why agencies need to specialize in a vertical marketWhy building your positioning around a platform or tool is a risky betA strategy for breaking free of founder-led salesand more…You can learn more about Corey at CoreyQuinn.com and on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Bryan Byler.Bryan is the COO at Aptitude 8, a HubSpot Elite Partner.He’s got an impressive range of experience from tech, systems analytics, program management, and business operations. He’s also a very down-to-earth guy, as seen in his LinkedIn content.And that got me excited to have a very real conversation around building strong teams for agencies and Bryan delivered.In the episode we discuss:How agencies can build world-class teamsThe biggest blockers in agencies attracting the right peopleStructuring your agency for maximum effectiveness and efficiencyand more…You can learn more about Bryan at Aptitude8.com and on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Chris Dreyer.Chris is the founder and CEO of Rankings.io, where he leads a team of SEO specialists to help law firms and personal injury lawyers dominate first-page rankings on Google.Chris is a powerhouse in the SEO game and I was very excited to capture insights. But we went even deeper, getting into agency operations and event marketing.In this episode we discuss:Why niching up is a necessary strategyChannels SEO-focused agencies should considerThe importance of data in decision-makingand more…You can learn more about Chris at Ranking.io and on LinkedIn.Also, check out Chris’ book, Niching Up, on Amazon.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Jen Spencer.Jen is the CEO of SmartBug Media. At Inbound a few years ago, I’d met some of the SmartBug team and they raved about working there. So, when an opportunity arose to interview their fearless leader, I jumped at the chance.Jen took over as CEO after being SmartBug’s VP of Sales and Marketing and then CRO. She has a wealth of agency knowledge from multiple fox holes and provided so many great insights in this episode.In this episode, we discuss:How to foster a strong culture, even as your team breaks triple digitsWhy training your clients is one of the best things an agency can doHow to provide value to a partner ecosystem that gives backand more…You can learn more about Jen at SmartBugMedia.com or on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com/forward.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Offers Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 of the most common challenges agencies face in today's market.We're talking about the challenges that lead to no prospects, no recurring revenue, and nothing for people to buy from you.It's worth reading just for the ideas alone.5 emails. 5 challenges. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help to create some mind-blowing offers for your agency, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Mike Schmidt and AJ Rivera.They are the founders of Agency Coach where they help agency owners improve all facets of their business. For a bit more background, Mike was the founder of the agency Anchor Wave which AJ joined to lead sales. Now, the business is able to run without them as they work on other ventures.Mike and AJ are also the creators of Funnel Hub which we’ll get into in the episode.In this episode, we discuss:The greatest challenge agency owners face today, and what to do about itWhy there’s never been a better time to own an agencyThe biggest domino agencies can knock over to jumpstart their business successand more…You can learn more about Mike & AJ at AgencyCoach.com.-----------From the Episode:Mike & AJ have free training for listeners at AgencyCoach.com/Forward-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Logan Lyles.Logan is the former VP of Sales & Customer Experience at Sweetfish, and now handles evangelism and content at Teamwork.com.Logan has interviewed hundreds of agency owners and experts as the host of the podcast, Agency Life, and has countless insights from those conversations.For a lot of today’s episode, we get into the findings from Teamwork.com’s State of Agency Operations report from 2023. I’ve added a link to the show notes so you can get a copy to follow along and see what we’re talking about.In this episode, we discuss:How client expectations are changing and what to do about itWhy agencies might struggle to keep projects on time and budgetThe need for AI in agency workflowsand more…You can learn more about Logan on LinkedIn.-----------From the Episode:State of Agency Operations ReportAgency Life PodcastBonus: Watch “The Client” from Teamwork.com-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Justin Graci.Justin is a Marketing Fellow at Hubspot and works with and through ecosystem agency partners for go-to-market efforts.A 'Marketing Fellow' at HubSpot is described as "a highly experienced and accomplished individual who brings a unique and specific subject matter expertise that is difficult to find in the market,” and Justin truly brings that to life in this conversation.In this episode, we discuss:How agencies can embrace AI to avoid disruptionHow partnerships between solution and app partners are driving successWhy comprehensive solutions for specific industries are game changersand more…You can learn more about Justin on LinkedIn.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Karl Sakas.When I first joined the agency world, Karl had the first books I read to understand what I was getting myself into. So, I was very excited to get him on the show to talk about the future of agencies and how he sees things changing.Karl has a wealth of knowledge in all things agency, and he’s got some great insights packed in here for you.In this episode, we discuss:Agency structures that are gaining in popularity. How to build a strong support network to help you grow and succeed.How to delegate tasks and automate processes to free up time for more impactful work.and more…You can learn more about Karl on LinkedIn or at SakasAndCompany.com.And grab a copy of Work Less, Earn More while you're at it.-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Gray MacKenzie.Gray is the co-founder and CEO at ZenPilot. They’ve helped thousands of agencies systemize their business, boosting efficiency and, therefore, profit.Gray is my go-to guy for anything around processes, so I was very excited to get his perspective on the future of agency operations. He’s built an awesome team of process-focused experts who crush it with ClickUp, and you’re guaranteed to pull some nuggets from this one.In this episode, we discuss:Why having well-defined processes is crucial for agenciesHow AI can enhance and speed up processesWhy you should separate strategy from implementation to avoid limitations in your businessand more…You can learn more about Gray on LinkedIn or at ZenPilot.com.-----------Other notes: The Process Prioritization Worksheet: https://www.zenpilot.com/process-prioritization-worksheetThe time tracking tool we discuss: https://www.memtime.com/-----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hey everyone, today I’m joined by Matt Bolian.Matt is the co-founder and CEO at Supered. He’s also the co-founder of RevPartners which climbed from the bottom to the top of the HubSpot partner ecosystem in 13 months.Matt has a unique way of viewing business and how to build a brand, making this episode a lot of fun to record.]In this episode, we discuss:how to build and maintain strong teams while growing your businesswhy partnerships are critical to successhow to find your perfect nicheand more…You can learn more about Matt on LinkedIn or at Supered.io. -----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone. 

Hello everyone, today I’m joined by Megan Bowen.Megan is the CEO of Refine Labs. If you are in the B2B marketing space it’s almost impossible not to have heard of them. She’s incredibly knowledgeable, not just in marketing, but in leadership and agency operations. So I was very excited to get into this interview to hear her perspective on the future of agencies.In this episode, we discuss:how buyer behavior has changed and what that means for agenciesbecoming the leader of an agency as a non-founder CEOstructuring your business as a Talent Destinationand more…Learn more about Megan on LinkedIn and at RefineLabs.com. -----------Today’s episode is brought to you by ZenPilot.There are lots of tools out there for agencies to manage projects. But any project issues aren’t usually caused by the tool. They’re from your own processes.ZenPilot helps agencies implement their project management tools while streamlining operations, so your team can move from chaos to clarity.You can see for yourself at ZenPilot.com.-----------Subscribe to the Agency Forward blog on Substack.We have weekly blog content with practical advice to help you advance your agency. -----------Want to level up your agency? Get the Dynamic Agency Email Mini-CourseExplore the 5 biggest mistakes agency founders make trying to create a profitable and efficient business.We're talking about the mistakes that lead to no one wanting what you offer, recreating mediocre assets, and becoming completely replaceable.Yeah. It's worth reading.5 emails. 5 mistakes. 5 strategies to fix them.Get it at DynamicAgencyCourse.com.-----------And if you're ready for 1-on-1 help, visit DynamicAgencyOS.com to schedule a free consultation. Running an agency is tough, but you don't need to go it alone.