Agency Journey
304 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsHow do world-class agencies continue to grow profitably and hit their goals, even through the choppy waters and challenges of agency life?
How do leaders like Tiffany Sauder, Marcus Sheridan, Jay Acunzo, Shama Hyder, David C. Baker, Nikole Rose, and Zeb Evans think?
Join Agency Journey host Jakub Grajcar as he interviews agency operators and leaders to share insights, actionable tips, and hilarious stories from the builders who live in the agency trenches.
Each episode focuses on crucial aspects of growing an agency like building the right team, delegation, project management, client success and retention, and operating frameworks like EOS.
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Episodes
Darren Davis from LinkCaffeine
March 21, 2016 07:00 - 59 minutes - 27.5 MBIn this episode, Gray and Darren chat about slow and steady growth, PPC with inbound marketing, and how you can identify low hanging fruit in your client accounts.
Kevin Barber from Lean Labs
March 14, 2016 07:00 - 43 minutes - 19.9 MBKevin is a great example of an inbound agency owner that is committed to delivering amazing results for his clients. In this episode you'll learn how Kevin has built an agile agency with a remote team that leverages killer processes to delight clients month after month!
Rick Whittington from Whittington Consulting
March 07, 2016 07:00 - 48 minutes - 22.3 MBIn this episode, Rick shares how he and his team have grown an inbound agency with a slow and steady strategy. Enjoy!
George B. Thomas from Sales Lion
February 29, 2016 07:00 - 52 minutes - 24.1 MBToday, we can learn from an agency that is standing out in a big way. George B. Thomas is a back on Inbound Agency Journey to talk all about building a creative, butt-kickin inbound agency content plan. I loved this interview because George and the team aren't afraid to let their passion bleed into their marketing. They're also not afraid to give new mediums a shot. (Just look up George on Snapchat if you don't believe me!)
Behind the Scenes: Marketing Podcast Episodes
February 22, 2016 07:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBIn the last week of our behind the scenes tour of the making of Season 5 of Inbound Agency Journey, Gray and I recap the podcast marketing process. Enjoy!
Behind the Scenes: Editing Podcast Episodes
February 15, 2016 07:00 - 12 minutes - 5.57 MBIn this episode of Inbound Agency Journey, we go behind the scenes and talk through the podcast editing process!
Behind the Scenes: Setting Up Podcast Interviews
February 08, 2016 07:00 - 22 minutes - 31.1 MBAre you thinking about running a podcast for your inbound agency? If so, take a listen and learn how we manage the processes for lining up new guests on Inbound Agency Journey!
Behind the Scenes: Landing Podcast Guests
February 01, 2016 07:00 - 22 minutes - 31 MBThis episode takes you behind the scenes to the making of Season 5 here on Inbound Agency Journey - enjoy!
Andrew & Gray from GuavaBox and DoInbound
January 25, 2016 07:00 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBSeason 4 has come to a close. We've learned so much from inbound agency owners around the world who are growing their agency teams. In this episode, Gray and Andrew recap the season, share their team lessons learned, and share a preview of what is to come in Season 5!
Karl Sakas from Sakas and Company
January 18, 2016 07:00 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBAre you an inbound agency owner who is ready to grow your team? If so, this interview with Karl Sakas will help you lay the groundwork for a scalable hiring process.
Doug Davidoff from Imagine
January 11, 2016 13:17 - 46 minutes - 21.3 MBAre you trying to find a system to grow your agency team at the right time? Doug and the team at Imagine just may be able to help!
Michael Reynolds from SpinWeb
January 04, 2016 07:00 - 33 minutes - 15.3 MBLearn about Michael's journey as he has grown his agency, SpinWeb and the SpinWeb team.
Gray and Andrew from DoInbound
December 28, 2015 07:00 - 28 minutes - 13.1 MBJoin Andrew and Gray as the reflect on victories and challenges from 2015!
Lance Cummins from Nectafy
December 21, 2015 07:00 - 32 minutes - 15 MBAre you trying to grow an inbound agency with a remote team? If so, this is the episode for you! Listen to learn how Lance Cummins from Nectafy grew his team and HubSpot-partner agency!
Ryan Malone from SmartBug Media
December 15, 2015 07:00 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBAre you trying to grow a large inbound agency with a remote team? If so, this is the episode for you! Listen to Gray's conversation with Ryan Malone, CEO of SmartBug Media!
Perry Nalevka from Penguin Strategies
December 07, 2015 07:00 - 54 minutes - 25.2 MBLearn from an agency owner leading one of the fastest growing HubSpot partner agency in the world!
Drew Himel from PCR Agency
November 30, 2015 07:00 - 42 minutes - 19.6 MBWant to learn how you can up-sell existing clients into larger inbound contracts? We brought you the expert in this episode!
Bob Ruffolo & Natalie Davis from Impact Branding & Design
November 23, 2015 07:00 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBHave you have built a solid inbound agency, but looking to take things to the next level? Do you know how to deliver services, but struggle to scale your team? If so, this episode is for you! Bob Ruffolo & Natalie Davis share the process they use at Impact Branding & Design to grow their team!
Greg Linnemanstons from Weidert Group
November 16, 2015 13:32 - 41 minutes - 19.1 MBInterested in learning how you can grow your inbound agency team? This is the show for you!
Trish Lessard from Media Junction
November 09, 2015 07:00 - 51 minutes - 23.7 MBHave you ever faced a challenge that felt insurmountable? Trish Lessard from Media Junction has and she overcame it! Listen to her inspirational story on this episode of Inbound Agency Journey!
Richie Knight from HW Creative Marketing
October 26, 2015 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.2 MBAre you trying to grow your inbound agency team? Ever thought about starting an internship program to help? If so, take a listen to Richie's insight! This past semester, they welcomed 17 interns onto their team!
Marisa Smith from The Whole Brain Group
October 19, 2015 07:00 - 50 minutes - 23.3 MBEver feel overwhelmed as an entrepreneur? I know I've been there! Take a listen to this episode and learn how Marisa implemented a system to scale her business and delegate her work load!
Jason Swenk from JasonSwenk.com
October 12, 2015 07:00 - 44 minutes - 20.5 MBAre you trying to attract bigger retainers? It is easy to think that the big inbound agencies are better than you. Truth is that they just have more processes than you. In this episode, Jason shares how you can attract bigger retainers and grow a strong agency.
Lindsay Kelley from Prospect Builder
October 05, 2015 07:00 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBAre you working to grow an inbound marketing agency? If so, you'll find inspiration and strategy from Lindsay Kelly in this interview!
John Shea from Inbound Sales Academy
September 28, 2015 07:00 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MBHave you ever done your job as an inbound agency by delivering leads only to have the sales department not know how to close them? Inbound sales is changing the landscape. Take a listen and learn how you can maximize your inbound sales game!
Matt Sunshine from LeadG2
September 21, 2015 07:00 - 50 minutes - 23.2 MBAre you thinking about hiring a new inbound agency team member anytime soon? If so, then this is the episode for you!
Paul Avery from BioStrata
September 14, 2015 07:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBToday's guest comes with a deep rooted history in the industry. Dr. Paul Avery is a co-founder of Bio Strata Marketing, a life science inbound agency. Learn more in this awesome episode!
Nate Riggs from NR Media Group
September 07, 2015 07:00 - 42 minutes - 19.4 MBHave you ever been frustrated by lack of buy-in from your clients? They're just don't seem to get how inbound works and why it matters. Nate Riggs from NR Media Group recognizes this problem and has added a system to help overcome it. Take a listen to this podcast to find the answer!
Karl Sakas from Sakas and Company
August 31, 2015 07:00 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBDo you ever feel like you don't know what to do next with your inbound agency? Karl Sakas is an inbound agency growth consultant who can help!
Jeff White from Kula Partners
August 24, 2015 07:00 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBLooking for an example of an inbound agency that is growing fast and smart? Jeff White shares how they're leading the way with creative content offers and smart inbound agency processes.
DoInbound Team and Internal Processes
August 17, 2015 07:00 - 41 minutes - 19.2 MBAre you an inbound agency trying to grow your business? In this episode we introduce you to two brand we team members and share lessons learned along the way!
Jeff Coon from Stream Creative
August 10, 2015 07:00 - 1 hour - 27.8 MBHave you ever struggled to produce the right content for your marketing clients? Jeff Coon from Stream Creative shares his client interview process and much more!
Nick Sal from HubSpot Academy
August 03, 2015 07:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBLearn how to better educate your customer base. Nick Sal is from the HubSpot Academy team and shares lessons he has learned from consulting with over 200 inbound agencies around the world.
Patrick Biddiscombe from New Breed Marketing
July 27, 2015 07:00 - 40 minutes - 32.2 MBIn this episode we dig into lessons on leadership, agency culture, and internal operations from Patrick Biddiscombe, CEO of New Breed Marketing.
Lindsey Framer from Responsive Inbound Marketing
July 20, 2015 07:00 - 33 minutes - 26.5 MBIf you're a young agency just starting to grow, we have a great story for you! Lindsey started her agency just 14 months ago and is already a HubSpot Gold partner. She has no plans of slowing down. Check out this episode for some great insight, lead generation tips, and more!
Mike Lieberman from Square 2 Marketing
July 13, 2015 07:00 - 39 minutes - 31.3 MBDo you have a vision to grow a huge inbound agency? If so, than we have just the guest for you! Listen to Mike Lieberman from Square 2 Marketing share their story!
David Caron from DCD Agency
July 06, 2015 11:00 - 49 minutes - 39.7 MBDo you want to help your clients create more engaging content on a regular basis? If so, then adding inbound marketing with video can help!
Ethan Giffin from Groove
June 29, 2015 11:00 - 47 minutes - 37.7 MBInterested in learning how you can help your eCommerce clients better leverage the marketing power of HubSpot? If so, this is the episode for you!
Eric Pratt from Revenue River
June 22, 2015 17:35 - 38 minutes - 30.9 MBEric talks new client on-boarding, inbound sales, and more in this episode of Inbound Agency Journey!
Michael Redman from Half a Bubble Out
June 15, 2015 12:15 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBAre you interested in learning how to lead an agency team? If so this episode is for you!
Mark Schaefer from Schaefer Marketing Solutions
June 08, 2015 13:02 - 32 minutes - 26.3 MBMark is the CEO of Schaefer Marketing Solutions, blogger at Businesses grow, the author of several best selling books, professor at Rutgers University, and a globally sought after speaker. On this episode we discuss how content ignites.
Michael Rose from Mojo Media Labs
June 01, 2015 04:59 - 42 minutes - 33.7 MBMichael is the CEO and Founder of Mojo Media Labs, serial entrepreneur, author of Return on Energy, and currently leading a fast-growing team of 14 at Mojo. You don't want to miss this!
Paul Furiga from WordWritePR
May 25, 2015 10:51 - 31 minutes - 25.5 MBPaul joins us to chat about a BIG win he and the team delivered for a client. Their strategy blended a trade show appearance with an inbound twist. The result was more leads than the client could handle! Paul also shares how they've started the Pittsburgh HUG group and the value of public speaking. Enjoy!
Andrew Dymski and Gray MacKenzie from GuavaBox
May 18, 2015 10:05 - 27 minutes - 22.1 MBEver thought about creating products as an agency? If so then this is the episode for you! Gray and I chat about leading agencies creating great products and share our story so far creating DoInbound.
John McTigue from Kuno Creative
May 10, 2015 18:50 - 28 minutes - 23.1 MBHow does someone with a background in geophysics end up as an inbound ambassador for one of the world's largest HubSpot VAR agencies? You will learn how in Episode 009 of Inbound Agency Journey!
Eric Baum from BluLeadz
May 04, 2015 09:38 - 30 minutes - 24.5 MBListen as Eric pulls back the curtain and shares several key processes that are critical to servicing their clients. He also shares a brand new product they're launching this quarter to help sales teams close all the leads that inbound is generating.
Chris Handy from Thinkhandy
April 27, 2015 12:45 - 37 minutes - 17.3 MBAbove just marketing your agency, you should be thinking of fun and creative ways to make it happen. That is just what Chris Handy from Thinkhandy is going and he shares some of his strategy this week on Inbound Agency Journey.
Josh Harcus from Huify
April 20, 2015 12:17 - 35 minutes - 28.6 MBJosh pulls back the curtain on how he and his team approach inbound selling from an agency perspective. A cool takeaway from this interview was just how well phone calls are working in Josh's sales process. Check it out, you're going to love it!
Robb Bailey from PageLadder
April 13, 2015 13:06 - 38 minutes - 30.7 MBIn Episode 005, Robb Bailey from PageLadder shares how you can transform your agency from a custom project shop into a scalable business built on a repeatable system.
Tom Schwab from Inbound for eCommerce
April 06, 2015 12:14 - 29 minutes - 23.7 MBIn Episode 004, we're joined by Tom Schwab from Inbound for eCommerce. Tom is an amazing example of the power of inbound marketing. My favorite quote that Tom shared in this interview was "the harder you work, the faster you see it!" He backs that up with his actions.