How to Scale an Agency 🚀

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

🚀 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.

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!

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.

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.

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!

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

In this episode, Jordan Ross (Founder of 8 Figure Agency) delivers a wake-up call for founders riding the AI hype wave. If you're running a 7-figure social media agency and think a master prompt or ChatGPT flow will fix your chaotic backend — think again.Jordan breaks down a real story from a $4–5M/year agency whose founder believed AI could replace structure, SOPs, and real operational thinking. He explains why this mindset is not just wrong — it’s dangerous — and how it's keeping agencies capped at $1–2M/year while others are quietly building $10M systems.You’ll learn:Why AI amplifies chaos if your ops are brokenThe difference between automations and AIWhat elite founders are building to dominate new nichesHow to audit whether your team is using tools to scale or copeIf your agency uses AI and you're not seeing compounding results — this is the episode you need.🔗 Learn more: https://8figureagency.co

Join Ben Fisher, the innovative Founder and CEO of Skinny and Bald, as he shares his incredible journey from a tree farm in Maine to the forefront of AI consulting. He delves into powerful AI tools that optimize workflows and productivity, like the Constraint Calculator and CircleBack. The discussion highlights the importance of community learning in overcoming the challenges of adopting new technology. With insights on how AI can enhance—not replace—human efforts, Ben offers an inspiring outlook on the future of business in the age of AI.

The discussion emphasizes that AI is already reshaping advertising, and agencies must adapt to stay relevant. Jordan reveals game-changing AI lead magnets, like an audit tool that can save clients significant money. He outlines a quick and cost-effective roadmap for building these tools using modern tech. Key insights include the importance of stepping back from daily operations to embrace AI innovations. The urgency of integrating AI in marketing is highlighted, along with useful resources like the Constraint Calculator for identifying business bottlenecks.