Explaining the value of video to clients, Finding leads for a new agency, Valuations for retainer work vs. productized services, Tracking offline conversions, and Using conversation intelligence tools
In episode #2801, we cover a portion of the 1.5-hour Agency Owners Association call, where Eric and Neil tackle pressing questions from agency owners. The discussion covers crucial topics such as demonstrating the value of video to clients, discovering leads for a new agency, comparing valuations between retainer work and productized services, tracking offline conversions, and leveraging conversation intelligence tools. 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 (00:33) Explaining the Value of Video to Clients (02:35) Finding Leads for a New Agency (03:05) Valuations for Retainer Work vs. Productized Services (06:24) Tracking Offline Conversions (11:47) Using Conversation Intelligence Tools (13:12) Conclusion 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
16 Aug 202416min
Strategies for entering new industries, Acquiring distressed agencies for market entry, Challenges and pitfalls of taking equity as compensation, The use of NPS feedback to improve agency performance, and more
In episode #2800, we cover a portion of the 1.5-hour Agency Owners Association call, focusing on the challenges and pitfalls of taking equity as compensation, the use of NPS feedback to improve agency performance, the importance of focusing on the right marketing service for clients, strategies for entering new industries, and the acquisition of distressed agencies. 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 and Overview (00:30) The Risks and Challenges of Equity Compensation for Agencies (03:09) Using NPS Feedback to Improve Agency Performance (05:04) Choosing the Right Marketing Service for Clients (09:14) Strategies for Entering New Industries (13:19) Acquiring Distressed Agencies for Market Entry (18:34) Conclusion 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
15 Aug 202421min
Effective ways to generate B2B revenue, Importance of organic social media, Best mediums for long-form content, Building strategic partnerships with other agencies, and more
In episode #2799, we cover a portion of the 1.5-hour Agency Owners Association call, focusing on scaling agencies and generating business leads through long-form content, the importance of case studies on LinkedIn, the effectiveness of awards and RFPs in B2B marketing, the shift from organic to paid SEM, and key factors for successful paid ad campaigns. 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 Call (00:56) Preferred Medium for Long-Form Content (02:04) The Importance of Organic Social Media (03:29) Building Strategic Partnerships with Other Agencies (05:45) The Shift from SGE to AI Overviews in Paid SEM (10:41) Managing Client Relationships and Demonstrating ROI (14:23) Key Factors for Successful Paid Ad Campaigns 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
14 Aug 202417min
What's the future of SEO looking like, SEO as we know it is dead, how influencer marketing is moving into a more rigorous, metrics-driven era, and 100% of marketing and sales execs who post on LinkedIn… fail?
In episode #2798, we discuss how SEO is evolving to include optimizing for multiple channels, the future of marketing involves leveraging influencer marketing with a focus on ROI, and why you shouldn’t get too caught up in personal branding on platforms like LinkedIn. 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) What's the future of SEO looking like (05:45) SEO as we know it is dead – Here's what the future looks like (10:18) How influencer marketing is moving into a more rigorous, metrics-driven era (12:26) 100% of marketing and sales execs who post on LinkedIn… fail? (17:42) 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
13 Aug 202420min
The Meta, Microsoft, and Google arms race, How Microsoft Teams crushed Slack like a cockroach, Why you should go wide and narrow with your social content, The secret organization that Steve Jobs created in Apple, and more
In episode #2797, we discuss the Meta, Microsoft, and Google's arms race, the strategy of going wide and narrow with social content, Steve Jobs' secret organization at Apple, the challenges in the SEO industry, and the benefits of having an elite group of employees. 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 Meta, Microsoft, and Google arms race (01:52) How Microsoft Teams crushed Slack like a cockroach (03:09) Why you should go wide and narrow with your social content (06:52) The secret organization that Steve Jobs created in Apple (11:27) NerdWallet reports $151M in revenue but has SEO 'Headwinds’ (13:29) Does link-building no longer work? (15:23) 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
12 Aug 202418min
Should New Agencies Accept Bad Clients for Cash Flow? Pros & Cons Explained
In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. Explore why you should tier clients based on their level of headache and evaluate whether they are worth the headache based on their overall value. Also discover affordable digital marketing conferences and CRM systems for lead nurturing! 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) Taking on Bad Clients for Cash Flow (01:52) Tiering Clients and Evaluating the Headache Factor (03:15) Finding Affordable and Relevant Digital Marketing Conferences (05:38) Choosing the Right CRM System for Lead Nurturing (09:14) Exploring CRM Options: Pipe Drive and Go High Level (12:45) Making Money as a Large Agency Owner 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
10 Aug 202417min
OpenAI tempers expectations with less bombastic, GPT-5-less DevDay this fall, Prediction: Social media will change in 2025 because of disinformation, and UBI experiment fails
In episode #2796, we discuss the spread of disinformation on social media platforms and the potential need for regulation to address this issue, the results of the UBI experiment, the role of politicians, and the importance of purpose in people's lives. 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) OpenAI tempers expectations with less bombastic, GPT-5-less DevDay this fall (01:11) Prediction: Social media will change in 2025 because of disinformation (07:36) UBI experiment fails (17:32) 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
9 Aug 202420min
How Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman hit $1B box office using this maxim, Do high-end luxury (Chanel, Gucci, etc) stores In airports make money?, and The businessman at bay
In episode #2795, we discuss the success of Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman's movies, the power of marketing and advertising, the profitability of high-end luxury stores at airports, and the resilience required to overcome adversity in business. 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 Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman hit $1B box office using this maxim (03:29) Do high-end luxury (Chanel, Gucci, etc) stores In airports make money? (11:36) The businessman at bay (16:10) 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
8 Aug 202419min
