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We chat with smart inbound marketing agency owners about agency challenges. A new conversation every week with the smartest agency minds in the industry.

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We chat with smart inbound marketing agency owners about agency challenges. A new conversation every week with the smartest agency minds in the industry.

    E314 - Meg Clarke Owner at Clapping Dog Media

    E314 - Meg Clarke Owner at Clapping Dog Media

    Building trust with our audience and clients is a large part of what we focus on as agency owners. But did you think about building trust even in the SEO process?

    On today's podcast, we have Meg Clarke, Owner at Clapping Dog Media to share with us about how building trust with your audience is an overlooked but crucial part of SEO.

    Meg is a master at growing organic traffic. "I’ve spent years learning everything I can about how exactly Google works. Now, I combine all of that data and experience to help you turn your website visitors into raving fans that stick around. I’m here for you. For all of the businesses, both big and small, who do good work for good people. I’ll give you the megaphone you need to make sure your voice is heard. Your dream clients are looking for you. I’m simply going to make sure they can find you. By day, I’m teaching our clients exactly how they can harness the power of Google, but by night, I’m playing with my three boys, husband, and company mascot, a goldendoodle named Vader."

    • 27 min
    E313 - Sarah Loughry, Founder CEO of Emdash Content Studio

    E313 - Sarah Loughry, Founder CEO of Emdash Content Studio

    Work environment and culture play a crucial role in your agency's success. Fostering a positive work atmosphere can boost productivity and lead to significant internal and external growth with clients.

    On today's podcast, we have Sarah Loughry, Founder & CEO of Emdash Content Studio to talk about the importance of cultivating a fun team environment.

    Sarah is the Founder and CEO of Em Dash Content Studio–a boutique team of content experts that provides an end-to-end solution for optimized, quality content. Her journey to entrepreneurship was anything but linear. She got her start in radio, took a detour in education administration, and climbed the corporate marketing ladder before taking a complete 180 into freelance writing. Since the founding of Em Dash in 2021, Sarah has had some big wins, suffered losses, and cried weekly. She continues to make mistakes but is determined to learn from them. She’s also a lover of animals, wine, running, and travel–though her husband, daughter, best friends, and family bring her the most joy.

    • 30 min
    E312 - How to Modernize Your Agency’s Business Model With AI

    E312 - How to Modernize Your Agency’s Business Model With AI

    AI isn't going anywhere. In fact, it is going to become more and more a necessity for agency owners to adopt and understand.

    Just like in 2020, we have to adapt or get left behind.

    There are so many benefits to how AI can modernize your business.

    On today's podcast, we have Raul Hernandez Ochoa - Founder and CEO of Do Good Work, to talk about How to Modernize Your Agency’s Business Model With AI.

    Raul is a business strategist who can influence top-line revenue and bottom-line profit by aligning your marketing, product, and operations for growth.

    • 25 min
    E311 - Starting a Marketing Agency Part 3 of 6 (Julie Nichols, Owner of Julie Nichols Marketing)

    E311 - Starting a Marketing Agency Part 3 of 6 (Julie Nichols, Owner of Julie Nichols Marketing)

    On today's podcast, Julie Nichols, Owner of Julie Nichols Marketing, gives us a real-time glimpse into this phase of starting a marketing agency and how she's navigating these challenges. Join us for Pt. 3 of our 6-part series: Running Up That Hill.

    Julie Nichols is a digital marketing consultant with over 12 years of experience empowering small businesses, non-profits, and solopreneurs by providing expert strategy and execution for content, brand, and social media marketing. She's the powerhouse marketing amplifier, primed to ignite the party and bring it to your doorstep. Julie understands that digital marketing can be overwhelming, especially if you've mainly relied on referral business. With her energetic yet nurturing approach, she'll break down all the marketing basics for you, ensuring you grasp the "why" behind every strategy.

    • 39 min
    E310 - How to Build Your Brand With the PAGER Method

    E310 - How to Build Your Brand With the PAGER Method

    In today's fast-paced digital world, establishing a memorable brand while navigating the ever-evolving social media landscape can be a daunting task. But fear not because we've got a game-changing solution for you!

    On today's podcast, we have Annie Schiffman, Founder and CEO of The PAGER Method to talk about how to build your brand with the PAGER method and have a social media presence without the pressure.

    • 23 min
    E309 - The Power of Niching and Specialization in Agency

    E309 - The Power of Niching and Specialization in Agency

    Does your agency focus on a specialization or a niche?

    Niching is what industry you serve. Specialization is what type of services you offer.
    The more you niche down to your target vertical and the more you trim your services down to a few specializations for that niche, the easier it is to scale and become a thought leader in your space.

    On today's podcast, we have Chris Boehlke, SR VP of Sales at BluShark Digital, talking about the power of niching and specialization in an agency.

    Chris Boehlke is the Senior Vice President of Sales at BluShark Digital. He has over 20 years of sales experience, with the first 15 years in the fitness industry. For the past five years, Chris has worked in digital marketing leadership and sales roles, helping small to medium-sized businesses increase their online visibility to scale and grow. He is currently focused on working with clients from the legal and medical industries.

    • 27 min

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