Agency Builders
It feels unfair that passionate and talented agency owners like you often struggle to grow your business. Let's change that together.
As you join us each week on the Agency Builders podcast, you'll hear from those inside, outside, and alongside agencies, just like yours.
You'll hear from fellow builders as they share what's working (& what's not) to build their own agencies. You'll also consistently gain advice & insights from 3 expert builders who've been through the same struggles you're facing, so that you can shortcut the building process for your agency: Jay Owen, Tyler PIgott & Cassie Shea.
Join host Logan Lyles each week as he, Jay, Tyler, Cassie (and a lineup of great guests) help you establish the 4 cornerstones that form a firm foundation for every agency: People, Product, Process, and Promotion.
If you’re looking for help from those who understand the challenges you face as you build your agency, subscribe to hear from current and former agency owners, who've experienced the same frustrations and uncertainties that you're facing today…
…so that you can overcome those and build the agency you've always dreamed of.
Agency Builders
To Niche or Not to Niche? w/ David Brecount
In this episode of the Agency Builders podcast, Logan Lyles and David Brecount discuss the ongoing debate of whether agencies should niche down or maintain a broader focus. David shares insights from his 20+ years of experience running US Digital Partners, emphasizing the importance of understanding client personas and the need for trustworthy guidance in a noisy digital landscape. They explore the benefits and challenges of slow, steady growth versus exponential growth, and the significance of building genuine relationships for client acquisition.
Takeaways
- Niching down can be beneficial, but it's not the only path.
- Understanding the aspiring persona is key to agency success.
- Diversification in clients and services can protect against economic downturns.
- Building real relationships is crucial for client acquisition.
- Trustworthiness is a major factor in client decision-making.
- Slow and steady growth can lead to long-term stability.
- Agencies can leverage experiences across industries for unique insights.
- Client retention often comes from nurturing past relationships.
- The digital landscape requires agencies to adapt and innovate continuously.
- Communication about agency goals and seasons is essential for work-life balance.
- Collaboration among agency leaders is more beneficial than competition.
- Diversification can protect agencies from economic downturns.
- Understanding your strengths is crucial for agency growth.
- Technology should not be the primary differentiator for agencies.
- A consultative approach is more effective than a prescriptive one.
- Agency size influences the range of services offered.
- Continuous assessment of technology solutions is necessary.
- Engaging with the community can provide valuable insights.
- Literature and biographies can enhance leadership skills.
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