The Role of Referrals and Networking in Agencies
In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. Join their discussion about the strategies on referrals, reconnecting with contacts during business trips, hosting dinners to build relationships, and adoption of AI. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction to the Coaching Call (00:29) Generating Leads and Clients for Agencies (06:22) The Future of AI and Agency Services (09:41) Positioning Services for AI Impact (16:11) The Importance of Innovation in Agency Services Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
31 Aug 202422min
Why you can't trust agencies, Power of words, Why depth and non-obvious content crush everything else, and Cable TV business crumbles
In episode #2810, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the challenges of trusting agencies for sales and demand generation in the early stages of a startup, the drawbacks of taking shortcuts, the power of words in marketing, the decline of cable TV and the rise of streaming services. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Why you can't trust agencies (03:24) Power of words (06:43) Why depth and non-obvious content crush everything else (11:39) Cable TV business crumbles (14:46) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
29 Aug 202417min
The billion-dollar one-person SEO agency: Fiction or the future?, and CNET is sold for a $400M loss
In episode #2809, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the possibility of creating a billion-dollar one-person SEO agency using AI, the Red Ventures selling CNET at a $400 million loss, and share personal experiences of dealing with failures and the challenges of cleaning up and rebuilding. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) The billion-dollar one-person SEO agency: Fiction or the future? (02:47) CNET is sold for a $400M loss (16:54) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
28 Aug 202419min
MrBeast goes corporate, How Costco sells $9000 exercise equipment for $100, and Is using the word "AI" in your marketing dead?
In episode #2808, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the professionalization of Mr. Beast's YouTube channel, the importance of avoiding bureaucracy in large organizations, the misconception of a four-day workweek, the opportunity to buy discounted exercise equipment from Costco, and the diminishing impact of using the term 'AI' in marketing. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) MrBeast goes corporate (11:25) How Costco sells $9000 exercise equipment for $100 (14:20) Is using the word "AI" in your marketing dead? (17:10) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
27 Aug 202420min
How long will people wait for websites to load in 2024? Survey says…, Why premature marketing diversification is a killer, Did WFH destroy a generation of workers?, and The astrology app that gets 50m TikTok views per month
In episode #2807, Eric Siu and Neil Patel discuss the importance of website speed and provide tips on how to keep a website fast, the impact of remote work on different generations, and share their insights on a successful top-of-funnel strategy for an astrology app. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) How long will people wait for websites to load in 2024? Survey says… (04:14) Why Premature marketing diversification is a killer (05:21) Did WFH destroy a generation of workers? (11:50) The astrology app that gets 50m TikTok views per month (15:40) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
26 Aug 202418min
How Marketing Agencies Structure Finances: C Corp vs. Pass-Through LLC
In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. Join their discussion about the pros and cons C Corp vs. pass-through LLC, salary vs. distribution, maximizing profit share, and tax implications. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction to the Agency Owners Association (00:30) Question on How Marketing Agencies Structure Finances (01:26) Different Approaches to Paying Yourself (02:25) Choosing Between C Corp and Pass-Through LLC (04:17) Advice on Getting Started and Setting Up (07:25) Strategies for Maximizing Profit and Deductions (11:52) Borrowing Power and Mortgages for Business Owners (16:43) Finding New Clients Online Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
24 Aug 202421min
Our favorite marketing tools for Q3 2024, and Old marketing that still drives major ROI
In episode #2806, Eric Siu and Neil Patel share their top marketing tools and tactics for Q3 2024. They highlight Overlap for repurposing YouTube content and Zaymo for enabling purchases within emails. They also discuss timeless strategies like live events, partnerships, and email marketing. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Our Favorite Marketing Tool For Q3 2024 (07:08) Old marketing that still drives major ROI (16:55) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe! Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
23 Aug 202419min
Lessons Learned from Analyzing 3000 Landing Pages Pt. 2
In episode #2805, we cover a portion of Neil Patel’s Webinar, focusing on boosting conversions, covering color psychology, personalization, high-converting landing pages, hero design, video use, detailed benefit lists, social proof, and best practices for CTAs and page design. Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction (00:29) The Role of Color Psychology in Conversions (02:26) Key Elements for High-Converting Landing Pages (06:27) Using Video to Enhance Landing Page Conversions (09:27) The Value of Detailed Benefit Lists (11:10) Harnessing the Power of Social Proof (14:51) Best Practices for CTAs and Page Design (18:38) Conclusion: High-Quality Imagery and Clear Language Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more! Leave Some Feedback: What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review. Connect with Us: Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency X @neilpatel X @ericosiu
22 Aug 202421min
