An Agency Story

Russel Dubree
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First hand interviews of creative, digital, advertising, and marketing agency owners that have walked the talk of running an agency business. These are riveting stories of the thrill of starting up, hardships faced, and the keys to a successful business from agency owners around the world.

  1. Teen Agency Founder Turned Burrito Boss - Inovat

    1 天前

    Teen Agency Founder Turned Burrito Boss - Inovat

    What happens when a 14-year-old builds an agency and later finds himself running a burrito shop on the side? In this episode, Doug Logan of Inovat shares his journey from teenage entrepreneur to seasoned agency owner, offering candid lessons on leadership, letting go, and staying in love with the work. Key Takeaways Why imposter syndrome never fully disappears and how to manage itThe hidden cost of holding on to too many hats as a founderGaining leverage in new business conversationsHow in the world Doug started a burrito side hustle

    47 分鐘
  2. How a GED Grad Out-Earned His Day Job - Enleaf

    9月7日

    How a GED Grad Out-Earned His Day Job - Enleaf

    Adam Chronister took his time on his path to entrepreneurship. Struggling in school and unsure of his future, he took the long road—gaining experience, building a side hustle, and creating financial runway before finally making the leap. In this episode, Adam shares how that deliberate approach shaped the ethos of Enleaf, where focusing on the business, not just the work, became the foundation for growth and fulfillment. Key Takeaways Why struggling in school gave Adam a different perspective on learning, problem-solving, and building a businessThe importance of creating financial runway before taking the full leap into entrepreneurshipHow being intentional about “working on the business” shaped Enleaf’s direction and growthThe role of autonomy and trust in building a culture where people love to workWhy letting go of control is essential for long-term agency success

    37 分鐘
  3. His Best Decision Was Leaving Everything Behind - Bytes.co

    8月31日

    His Best Decision Was Leaving Everything Behind - Bytes.co

    Company: Bytes.co  Guest: Jason Di Vece Year Started: 2010 Employees: 26-50 What happens when you walk away from security and take the leap into the unknown? In this episode, Jason Di Vece, Co-Founder of Bytes.co, shares how selling everything to move abroad reshaped his mindset and set him on the path to building a 25-person agency serving hundreds of clients.  Key Takeaways The risky move that built lasting confidence and shaped Jason’s entrepreneurial journeyWhy hiring mistakes can cost yearsHard decisions every agency leader must face (and why the hardest ones are usually right)How rethinking failure can open the door to innovation and growth

    42 分鐘
  4. Would Your Agency Survive the School Bus Test? - Scratch Media + Marketing

    8月24日

    Would Your Agency Survive the School Bus Test? - Scratch Media + Marketing

    Company: Scratch Media + Marketing Guests: Ryan Ellis Year Started: 2009 Employees: 26-50 What happens when an agency depends too much on its founder? In this episode, Lora Kratchounova, Founder of Scratch Marketing and Media, shares how she built a 40-person B2B tech agency by shifting from founder-dependence to team empowerment. From mastering positioning to embracing deep tech and climate tech, Lora’s story highlights an ever present learning mindset and team focused leadership. Key Takeaways The “school bus test” what is it and why it mattersThe role of positioning as the most critical agency “hack”How empowering your team leads to better leadership and client resultsWhy primary data and customer insight outperform assumptionsA lesson in climate tech and passion

    29 分鐘
  5. When Playing Defense Wins the Game - Red Egg Marketing

    8月17日

    When Playing Defense Wins the Game - Red Egg Marketing

    Company: Red Egg Marketing Guests: Ryan Ellis Year Started: 2011 Employees: 11-25 Growing an agency doesn’t always come from chasing the newest trends, it often comes from mastering the basics. In this episode, Ryan Ellis, Founder of Red Egg Marketing, shares how focusing on client relationships, intentional growth, and sticking to fundamentals helped him build a business that lasts.   Key Takeaways How low expenses gave Ryan the freedom to experiment and gain experienceWhy retention and consistency matter more than chasing quick winsThe overlooked value of knowing when to let go of the wrong client

    32 分鐘
  6. How Three Employees Quietly Took Over an Agency - AOR

    8月13日

    How Three Employees Quietly Took Over an Agency - AOR

    Company: AOR Guests: Alyssa Ash Year Started: 2011 Employees: 25-50 What if your journey to owning an agency started without you even knowing it? In this episode, Alyssa Ash, Partner at AOR, shares how she went from junior designer to co-owner of a leading creative and digital agency. You’ll hear the behind-the-scenes story of a years-long leadership transition, the lessons learned along the way, and how she’s navigating an unpredictable business landscape. Key Takeaways How to spot and develop future leaders from within your teamWhy a long runway is essential for a smooth ownership transitionThe role of curiosity and initiative in creating career-defining opportunitiesHow to lead confidently while still embracing discomfortAn insider’s perspective on what it takes to transition from team member to owner

    35 分鐘
  7. The Toughest Role in an Agency? The One After the Founder - Cro Metrics

    8月4日

    The Toughest Role in an Agency? The One After the Founder - Cro Metrics

    Company: Cro Metrics Guests: Gwen Hammes Year Started: 2011 Employees: 50-100 Gwen Hammes, Co-CEO of Cro Metrics, shares her journey of taking over leadership, not by replicating the past, but by evolving it. In this episode, Gwen shares what happens when you step into a founder’s shoes and choose to grow the team before the business. Key Takeaways The biggest risk in leadership transitionsWhy growing your people first leads to better client outcomesThe “micro-step” mindset that unlocks clarity in career growthA creative approach to training the teamHow to build a leadership structure that complements, not competes

    40 分鐘
  8. From Cookies to Code Before Age 25 - 118Group

    7月27日

    From Cookies to Code Before Age 25 - 118Group

    Company: 118 Group Guests: Dylan Steven Year Started: 2017 Employees: 1-10 The Secret to a Smarter, Stronger Team? Build a Learning Culture What if the best agency investment isn’t more tech or tighter processes, but more learning? In this episode, Dylan Steven of 118Group shares how embedding education and autonomy into his team’s DNA has elevated their work and strengthened their connection. He unpacks how letting go of control actually led to better outcomes and why systems should support people, not restrict them. Inside this episode: How a team book club turned into a powerful cultural cornerstoneThe subtle difference between structure and rigidity and why it mattersThe one shift that helped Dylan take a real vacation without disruptionThe journey of building autonomy without losing consistencyDylan and Russel make the case for shorter books.

    41 分鐘
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First hand interviews of creative, digital, advertising, and marketing agency owners that have walked the talk of running an agency business. These are riveting stories of the thrill of starting up, hardships faced, and the keys to a successful business from agency owners around the world.

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  • 創作者
    Russel Dubree
  • 活躍年代
    2022年 - 2025年
  • 集數
    156
  • 年齡分級
    兒少不宜
  • 版權
    © 2025 Performance Faction LLC
  • 節目網站
    An Agency Story