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Confessions of a B2B Entrepreneur

Selling An Agency For 8 Figures with Luke Tobin of Tobin Capital

Jul 4, 2024
Luke Tobin, co-CEO of Tobin Capital, shares his journey from transforming a small investment into a thriving digital marketing agency with over 5 million pounds in revenue. He discusses the shifting roles of a founder CEO, emphasizing team cohesion and strategic SEO. Innovative outbound marketing strategies and partnership growth are also highlighted, along with insights into selling a business for $8 million. Lastly, he talks about the importance of collaboration for entrepreneurial success and his ambitions for future investments and a new newsletter.
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Quick takeaways

  • Luke Tobin's success in scaling Digital Ethos hinged on prioritizing client relationships and fostering a collaborative team culture.
  • Transitioning to Tobin Capital, he focuses on providing strategic guidance to startups while maximizing financial returns.

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Rapid Revenue Growth Journey

The founder Luke Tobin experienced explosive revenue growth with his digital marketing agency, Digital Ethos, which he started with a modest initial investment of £100. Over a six-year period, he transformed the agency from generating negligible revenue to over £5 million by prioritizing client retention and building a cohesive team. Hiring staff was a pivotal step taken in 2018 when he realized the need for internal support, ultimately leading to significant revenue increases after he went full-time in 2019. This journey highlights the importance of effective staffing and customer engagement in achieving substantial business growth.

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