The Agency Hour

Join Troy Dean in the latest Agency Hour podcast as we welcome operational & finance leader, Kira Wissman. Dive deep into the essentials of financial management, including tracking key metrics, categorising expenses, and common hiring mistakes. Discover the art of creating a 12-month forecast and the pitfalls of neglecting numbers and explore the challenges of keeping staff engaged, the importance of employee engagement for productivity, and strategies for team growth. Kira brings invaluable insights for any agency looking to balance its books and its team dynamics effectively.   Handy Links: E2M Solutions WKCCPA Kira Wissman HighLevel  Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

This week on The Agency Hour podcast, we delve into leveraging AI for effective audits and growth plans, unlocking the secrets of building lasting client relationships through quick wins, and creating massive value while maintaining a balanced agency workload. Join Troy Dean and special guest Cliff Almeida, Founder of My Web Audit as they explore the nuances of agency-client dynamics, the impact of AI on social media, and the evolving role of consultants. Handy Links: E2M Solutions My Web Audit Cliff Almedia Relume.io  Framer.com HighLevel E2M  Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7lhyo2ykpZo&t=2689s  Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

Join us on The Agency Hour Podcast as we welcome Damon Simms, the Co-Founder of Aseanz, straight from New Zealand. In this episode, we dive into the art of building powerful connections between New Zealand and Southeast Asia. Discover how Damon's leap from traditional employment led him to master the art of strategic networking and cultural integration in the global business arena. We'll delve into the nuances of fostering strong relationships between companies across these regions, explore the potential in import and export markets, and discuss the importance of tailoring marketing strategies to diverse cultural landscapes.  Handy Links: E2M Solutions Agency Mavericks Aseanz Damon Simms on LinkedIn https://go.agencymavericks.com/mavcon-2024    Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

Welcome to the agency hour podcast where we help web design and digital agency owners create abundance for themselves, their teams, and their communities. This week we're joined by Dawn Sant all the way from the south of Manchester in the UK. Dawn is an Academic Psychologist, who specialises in anger and stress management, and offers a Psycho-education program for those dealing with anger and stress. Dawn is also a self described vicarious Mavericks fan and is very good friends with one of Mavericks Club stars, Jeanette Elton and in this episode we dive into the fundamentals of stress, understanding your natural fight or flight mechanisms, how you can learn to identify and deal with your own triggers plus much more.Handy Links: https://newdawnpsychology.uk/ E2M Solutions   Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

It's the 100th episode of The Agency Hour!  This episode isn’t just a celebration; it's a deep dive into the core aspects of running a successful digital agency. Manish, with his vast experience at E2M, sheds light on the importance of leadership owning up to failures and celebrating team successes. We explore the critical role of effective processes in addressing day-to-day agency challenges and the pitfalls of deviating from the project scope.   Handy Links: E2M Solutions Mavericks Club   As we celebrate this landmark episode, Manish shares invaluable lessons on leadership, process creation, and maintaining quality as your agency scales.Don't miss this episode of The Agency Hour, hosted by Agency Mavericks Coach, Johnny Flash.    Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin    

Join Troy Dean and the dynamic duo behind Social Haus, Sarah Cutts and Kaitlyn Johnson, as they dive into their origin story - how they turned adversity during the Covid pandemic into an opportunity, laying the foundation for Social Haus, as well as the secrets behind 'The Magic Bullet' otherwise known as Paid Discovery. This epiosode is a masterclass in resilience and innovation.  Chapters: What happened during Covid  How did the girls meet? The customer journey - Finding mavericks Club The market has been brainwashed to think it needs leads Paid Discovery in the magic bullet Overcoming the mental barriers required to sell paid discovery The percentage of clients going from paid discovery to closing - 99% What's changed since joining Mavs - higher revenue with less clients Tapping into the Mavericks Club recourses to ensure you make the most out of it Staying on track using the Mavericks Scorecard Hiring generalists (to begin with) How to get in touch with the social haus   Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

In the latest episode of the Agency Hour podcast, we're diving into a topic that's increasingly relevant for web design and digital agency owners: offshoring. With the challenges of talent shortages, rising wages, and time constraints, offshoring has become a hot topic. But what's the real story behind this trend? Is it as beneficial and straightforward as some claim? Join us as we explore the ins and outs of offshoring with Tiffany English, a Business Growth Specialist from Accessoffshoring. Chapters: The difference between outsourcing and offshoring Building a Team members vs outsourcing How did Tiffany discovery offshore staffing Why hiring is scary The hurdles of hiring Navigating non-negotiables within the team Avoiding micro-managing The structure required to provide a space for your remote team members to grow How to encourage forward thinking Bridging the gaps when it comes to communication with remote team members The typical roles accessoffshoring recruit for How to get in touch with Tiffany     Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

Join Johnny Flash on the Agency Hour podcast as we welcome Nicole Osborne, marketing coach and founder of Wunder Stars. Dive into the world of LinkedIn and personal branding, debunking myths and uncovering strategies for authentic connections and increased reach. Whether it's refining your content strategy or selling without selling, this episode is packed with insights for digital agency owners looking to elevate their LinkedIn game.   Chapters: Unpacking old LInkedin myths Aiming for a human connection Where are your efforts best placed on Linkedin Finding commonalities with connections on Linkedin Allowing your personality to shine Breaking down your content strategy   Handy Links:   Wunderstars.com/content-inspiration Designbox E2M Solutions Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

Welcome to The Agency Hour, where we’re all about turning your web design and digital agency into a powerhouse of profit and productivity. This week, we’re thrilled to have Drew Le Faucheur join us. Drew has over ten years experience working with offshore teams and as General Manager of ConnectOS, Drew heads up the Australian and New Zealand regions, responsible for client relationships and business development. We’ll be diving deep into the nuts and bolts of offshore staffing – discussing the ins and outs of finding quality staff, understanding the business model behind a staffing solutions firm, and pinpointing the roles that will most benefit your agency.  Let's get into the nitty-gritty of building a team that fuels success, wherever they are in the world. Chapters: Who is Drew La Faucheur - What is a Staffing solution company? Exploring offshore team members - The Phillipines The business model of business development relationship management The challenges of sourcing staff How to filter out bad talent and attract good talent The difference between a staffing solution company and a white label service company How to manage client expectations What are the typical roles worth exploring  The traits of those who succeed with offshore team members Maintaining and nurturing a strong culture   Handy Links: Connectos.co E2M Solutions Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com    Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin

Welcome to the Agency Hour Podcast, where we explore strategies for web design and digital agency owners to create abundance in their lives and businesses. In this episode, we're thrilled to have Kurt Uhlir, a renowned marketer, operator, and speaker, joining us from Atlanta. With a track record of building and running businesses from startups to over $500 million in annual revenue, Kurt shares valuable insights into servant leadership and agency success. Discover why some agencies fail and the critical importance of documenting your processes for sustainable operations. Kurt's journey, from selling his lawn mowing and pressure washing business at the age of 14 for six figures to his recent focus on helping business owners and marketing agencies, provides a wealth of wisdom for agency owners. We delve into the principles of process documentation, the ever-evolving agency landscape, and the tactics behind keeping your team performing at their best, including the concept of servant leadership. Learn how being an honest leader can drive agency growth and success. Episode Highlights: Kurt's background and origins Success and failure in the agency world Kurt's early entrepreneurial journey The significance of process documentation Adapting as your role evolves The fear of not having it all figured out The art of detailed process documentation Navigating the ever-changing agency landscape Servant leadership and team performance tactics The power of being an honest leader   Handy Links: Kurt Uhlir E2M Solutions   Get a Personalized Game Plan to Grow Your Agency Take this online assessment and get recommendations based on more than 10 years of experience helping 4K+ agencies. This stuff works. Reduce the overwhelm and know exactly what to do next. Gameplan.agencymavericks.com   Free Training: The Simplified Agency Discover the new way to create more profit from your agency and have more time with your family.   Follow us on the socials: YouTube | Facebook | FB Group | Instagram | Twitter | Linkedin