

Episode 500 5 Agency Leadership Lessons from 500 Podcasts with Drew McLellan
May 5, 2025
Celebrating a major milestone, the host reflects on invaluable lessons from a decade of agency insights. They emphasize agency life as a long marathon, highlighting the significance of teamwork and mental well-being. The importance of surrounding yourself with the right people shines through, along with the need for strong core values in navigating challenges. Commitment to community and leading with love are stressed as keys to business success. The heartfelt reflections offer both inspiration and practical takeaways for agency leaders.
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Agency Ownership Is A Marathon
- Agency ownership is a marathon requiring continual learning and adaptation to change.
- Celebrating small victories and taking care of mental and physical health are key to endurance.
Push Through Hard Days
- Push through hard days in agency leadership even when motivation wanes.
- Commitment and resolve lead to gratitude and pride after tough times.
Agency Is A Team Sport
- Agency success depends on choosing teammates who support and learn alongside you.
- Building a supportive community reduces loneliness and enhances collaboration.