

How to Scale an Agency 🚀
How to Scale an Agency 🚀
Jordan Ross, Lucas James, and AJ Cassata share everything you need to know about scaling your agency. The hosts are each running their own 7 figure agencies and while on the podcast, bring on guests and conduct solo episodes on how you can easily scale your agency. You'll gain expert insights on lead generation, sales, operations, offers, pricing, retention and SO much more!.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 20min
TikTok Shop Agency Growth: Client Acquisition Funnels, CRM Systems & Paid Ads That Scale
https://constraintcalculator.scoreapp.com/In this episode, Jordan Ross sits down with Noah, founder of a fast-growing TikTok shop agency, for a deep dive on what it really takes to scale from organic lead generation into a predictable, automated growth machine.Noah shares how cleaning up SOPs, defining his ideal client profile (ICP), and improving his sales process helped reduce churn to nearly zero. With his foundation set, Jordan consults him live on the next big challenge: building client acquisition funnels, leveraging paid ads, implementing CRMs, and setting up automations that free up time while fueling growth.Whether you’re an agency owner, e-commerce marketer, or operator trying to escape “agency prison,” this conversation is packed with tactical insights to help you scale smarter, not harder. Chapters: – Intro & catching up with Noah – Noah’s progress: SOPs, ICP clarity & reducing churn – The next challenge: generating more qualified leads – Paid ads vs. building a sales team — which comes first? – Creating granular ICP docs & client messaging – How to build a high-converting funnel with lead magnets – Why CRMs beat spreadsheets & the Go High Level advantage – Turning newsletters into conversion assets – Using YouTube for retargeting & sales content – Borrowing expertise short term: the Hormozi playbook – Automating onboarding & client experience with CRMs – Closing thoughts + resources for scalingTo learn more, go to 8figureagency.co

Sep 1, 2025 • 38min
Storytelling With Video To Make Your Brand Stand Out - With Stewart Cohen
Video is becoming a necessity to grow your business brand and personal brand - but if you’re not coming from a professional video background, it can feel super daunting.Fortunately, Stewart did, and he’s sharing his best tips on video production that he’s learned from working with top tier brands on 6 figure video projects and TV commercials.Learn the secrets from the pros that you can apply for yourself, or for your clients!Connect with Stewart on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/stewartcohen/>>>Did you know we just released a 5 Hour Masterclass on How To Get Your Next 5 Clients with Cold Email? Grab it herehttps://promotion.revenueboost.net/mini-course-group-join-5926Thanks again for listening! Please give us a review - it helps support the show and we LOVE reading your feedback! >>>Want to connect with me? Email - aj@revenueboost.net Facebook – https://m.me/ajcassata1 Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajcassata/ Community members also get a free course on Agency growth and how to land your next 3 Whale clients using only Cold email.

Aug 24, 2025 • 42min
How Jesse Kay Scaled Vyber Media and Lands F500 Clients
Jesse Kay, the founder of Vyber Media, scaled his performance marketing agency to remarkable heights while still in his early 20s. He shares insights on transitioning from a reactive to a proactive approach in agency growth, emphasizing strategic thinking and delegation. Jesse discusses the importance of blending automation with personal connections in a client-focused agency. He also reveals how he built strong relationships with 9-figure and Fortune 500 brands, demonstrating that networking and dedication can significantly shape one’s entrepreneurial success.

Aug 18, 2025 • 24min
How to Scale an Agency to $5M+ Without Burning Out — Lessons from John Ghiorso of Vanta 5
Get our 13 systems to unlock your next level of growth: https://www.newsletter-signup.com/8-figure-agencyIn this episode of How to Scale an Agency, host Jordan Ross talks with John Ghiorso, a 20-year agency veteran who built and sold an 8-figure Amazon and e-commerce agency before founding Vanta 5, a venture studio that launches high-growth agencies every 90 days.John shares his complete framework for taking an agency from $0 to $5M+ in annual revenue — without burning out or stalling growth. From identifying high-demand niches to building scalable delivery systems and predictable lead engines, this conversation is packed with actionable strategies you can apply immediately.You’ll Learn:How to choose a niche and position yourself as the market authorityThe exact steps for scaling from $1M to $5M in revenueHow to avoid the “Plateau of Death” that stalls most agenciesCapital-efficient marketing channels that deliver consistent leadsWhy stepping out of day-to-day delivery is essential for long-term successIf you’re an agency owner looking for the clearest path to scale, this episode delivers the playbook from someone who’s done it — multiple times.Resources & Links:Connect with John Ghiorso: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnghiorso/Discover 8 Figure Agency: 8figureagency.co

Aug 16, 2025 • 35min
Work Smarter Not Harder: How Taylor Frame Built a Huge Agency While Keeping Work Life Balance
🚀 Yes, you CAN have an epic business and have a fun, relaxed lifestyle. Taylor frame shares his journey building a multi-7 figure agency without burning out or working weekends, along with various other tips that helped Taylor build his company.Follow Taylor on LinkedIn here https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylor-frame/>>>Did you know we just released a 5 Hour Masterclass on How To Get Your Next 5 Clients with Cold Email? Grab it herehttps://promotion.revenueboost.net/mini-course-group-join-5926Thanks again for listening! Please give us a review - it helps support the show and we LOVE reading your feedback! >>>Want to connect with me? Email - aj@revenueboost.net Facebook – https://m.me/ajcassata1 Linkedin – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajcassata/ Community members also get a free course on Agency growth and how to land your next 3 Whale clients using only Cold email.

Aug 11, 2025 • 18min
How A 7 Figure SEO Agency Saved $300K Annually by Moving from Asana to Notion (Jordan Ross Interview)
In this engaging conversation, Emily Call, VP of Operations at Brand North, reveals how she led a transition from Asana to Notion, saving the digital marketing agency a remarkable $300K annually. The discussion highlights the impact of daily team check-ins and automated time tracking on accountability and efficiency. Emily elaborates on how these changes uncovered hidden inefficiencies and streamlined operations, setting the agency on a path for AI-driven workflows and future growth. Tune in for actionable insights on optimizing your agency's tech stack!

Aug 4, 2025 • 55min
From DTC Brand to 8-Figure Retention Agency: Email, SMS & AI Strategies for Scaling Agencies
Corey discusses his journey from mechanical engineering to launching an 8-figure jewelry brand and a successful retention agency. He emphasizes the importance of understanding customer behavior and retention strategies. The conversation covers effective client onboarding, pricing strategies, and navigating operational challenges. AI's role in agency growth and marketing is explored, highlighting data-driven decision-making. Humor and creative workflows in email marketing also take center stage, showcasing innovative ways to engage customers.

Jul 28, 2025 • 7min
Why Your Marketing Agency Keeps Hiring the Wrong Operator (and How to Fix It Before AI Leaves You Behind) -Jordan Ross Solo
If you’ve hired a COO, Director of Ops, or Head of Operations—and they’ve failed to get traction or scale your backend—this is your wake-up call.Jordan Ross breaks down the real reason marketing agencies, SMMAs, and ad agencies keep cycling through operators who never quite “get it.” Spoiler: most operators are trained to manage, not architect. And if you don’t hire or train for system design, you’re setting them (and your agency) up for failure.🔍 What You’ll Learn:Why your last operations hire failed (and why it’s not entirely their fault)The 4 operational skill sets every operator must have to scale an agency→ Architect, Develop, Implement, SustainThe hidden gap between agency culture and true operations trainingHow Amazon-style ops thinking creates the infrastructure to scale to $5M, $10M, and beyondWhat most founders are completely missing before AI changes everything📌 Quote:“Most operators are trained to manage systems, not build them. If you don’t hire for architecture, you’ll keep stalling at $2M–$5M forever.”🚀 Ready to Build an Ops System That Actually Works?If you're stuck under $5M and tired of being the bottleneck, visit 👉 https://8figureagency.coOur team will help you design, build, and implement the systems that run your agency without you.

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Jul 21, 2025 • 13min
Social Media Marketing & Ad Agencies: AI Will Replace You by 2027 Unless You Build This (Jordan Ross Solo)
Agency owners are warned: adapt to AI or face extinction by 2027. The discussion emphasizes the urgency of building tailored AI workflows and proprietary databases to stay competitive. Insights reveal how top agencies leverage unique data to enhance campaign efficiency and increase profit margins significantly. It's a call to action for creatives to innovate or risk becoming obsolete in the rapidly evolving landscape of social media marketing. The future is here, and the time to embrace change is now!

Jul 14, 2025 • 10min
Why Most Marketing Agencies Aren’t Ready for AI (And How to Fix Your Tech Stack Before It Costs You Clients)
Episode Summary:https://constraintcalculator.scoreapp.com/In this eye-opening solo episode, Jordan Ross, founder of 8 Figure Agency, breaks down a critical and often overlooked issue holding agencies back from true AI integration: schema and tech stack structure. While everyone is excited about AI, almost no agencies are prepared to implement it at scale—and the result is costly mistakes, hallucinations, and wasted time. Jordan shares how his team builds “agentic solutions” for agencies, the role of structured databases, and why relying solely on GenAI will leave you exposed.⏱️ Chapters: – Why 99% of agencies are not AI-ready – What is an AI brain and how it's built – Agentic solutions and workflow automation – The myth of being “tech stack ready” – Schema: the missing piece in your AI transition – Why GenAI isn’t enough – Cost, hallucinations, and why shortcuts fail – The danger of unstructured data – Who this applies to and how to get startedTo learn more go to 8figureagency.co