Ian Paget

Struggling to make logo design pay? In this episode, we meet Ian Paget, the man behind Logo Geek, who turned his passion for logo design into profit. I ask: What does it take to go all in on logos? What can we learn from others? How can we improve our skills? How do we keep motivated? Ian delivers! Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/make-a-living-designing-logos/

Struggling to make logo design pay? In this episode, we meet Ian Paget, the man behind Logo Geek, who turned his passion for logo design into profit. I ask: What does it take to go all in on logos? What can we learn from others? How can we improve our skills? How do we keep motivated? Ian delivers! Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/make-a-living-designing-logos/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/make-a-living-designing-logos/</a>

49:8 - Make a living designing logos - Ian Paget

Simon Penson

Struggling to grow your agency or finding it tough to reel in new clients? Perhaps you feel conscious that your agency isn't yet what you'd hoped it would be? Simon Penson's journey is sure to inspire you. His own agency journey began at his kitchen table, of all places, where he faced and overcame a multitude of challenges, ultimately leading to the successful sale of his agency. His story highlights the importance of perseverance and the transformative power of a good mentor.  Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/simons-agency-exit/

Struggling to grow your agency or finding it tough to reel in new clients? Perhaps you feel conscious that your agency isn't yet what you'd hoped it would be? Simon Penson's journey is sure to inspire you. His own agency journey began at his kitchen table, of all places, where he faced and overcame a multitude of challenges, ultimately leading to the successful sale of his agency. His story highlights the importance of perseverance and the transformative power of a good mentor.  Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/simons-agency-exit/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/simons-agency-exit/</a>

49:7 From kitchen table to agency exit - Simon Penson

Daniel Daines-Hutt

Ever felt like you're on a never-ending hamster wheel of agency life? Trying to build a business that will support the life you want for you and your family, but never quite getting there? You're not alone. Many of us are caught in this relentless cycle, believing that success is just around the corner if we work harder, grow bigger. But what if there's another way? My guest in today's episode, Daniel Hutt, found himself in the same exhausting cycle. A seasoned content marketing expert and the current head of content for Zero to Mastery, Daniel dared to question the status quo. He realized that doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results, was a path to nowhere. With one powerful mindset switch, he decided to go against conventional wisdom and take a completely different direction. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/mindset-shift/

Ever felt like you're on a never-ending hamster wheel of agency life? Trying to build a business that will support the life you want for you and your family, but never quite getting there? You're not alone. Many of us are caught in this relentless cycle, believing that success is just around the corner if we work harder, grow bigger. But what if there's another way? My guest in today's episode, Daniel Hutt, found himself in the same exhausting cycle. A seasoned content marketing expert and the current head of content for Zero to Mastery, Daniel dared to question the status quo. He realized that doing the same thing over and over again, expecting different results, was a path to nowhere. With one powerful mindset switch, he decided to go against conventional wisdom and take a completely different direction. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/mindset-shift/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/mindset-shift/</a>

49:6 The power of a mindset shift - Daniel Daines-Hutt

Hans Skillrud

Creating website policies can feel pretty overwhelming. It’s easy to think copying and pasting templates will do, but this shortcut can put both agencies and clients at risk. In this episode, I was really pumped to chat again with Hans from Termageddon. He walks us through his journey of building a tool that does the heavy lifting. He shares valuable insights into building a business on a firm foundation and developing relationships that last. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/privacy-policies/

Creating website policies can feel pretty overwhelming. It’s easy to think copying and pasting templates will do, but this shortcut can put both agencies and clients at risk. In this episode, I was really pumped to chat again with Hans from <a href="https://termageddon.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Termageddon</a>. He walks us through his journey of building a tool that does the heavy lifting. He shares valuable insights into building a business on a firm foundation and developing relationships that last. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/privacy-policies/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/privacy-policies/</a>

49:5 Privacy policies got you down? - Hans Skillrud

Florain Salman

Do you get anxious when updating your client's WordPress website, wondering what will break? Do you spend hours running tests in staging, before finally pushing everything live? In this episode, we explore WordPress maintenance and look at a solution designed to help developers and designers catch issues before they cause a real problem. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/streamlining-wordpress-maintenance/

Do you get anxious when updating your client's WordPress website, wondering what will break? Do you spend hours running tests in staging, before finally pushing everything live? In this episode, we explore WordPress maintenance and look at a solution designed to help developers and designers catch issues before they cause a real problem. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/streamlining-wordpress-maintenance/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/streamlining-wordpress-maintenance/</a>

49:4 Streamlining WordPress website maintenance - Florain Salman

Michelle Frechette

Meet Michelle Frechette, a trailblazer in the WordPress community who is bridging gaps and building connections in ways you wouldn't imagine. Michelle, the Director of Community Engagement for StellarWP at Liquid Web, takes us on a journey from her first encounter with WordPress to her current role as a community leader.  She shares her insights on the power of inclusivity, the thrill of her first WordCamp, and the delicate art of fostering diversity without tokenism.  If you've ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the WordPress community or how to make a real impact in your own circles, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready for a conversation that will challenge your perspectives and inspire you to action. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/bridging-gaps-building-community/

Meet Michelle Frechette, a trailblazer in the WordPress community who is bridging gaps and building connections in ways you wouldn't imagine. Michelle, the Director of Community Engagement for StellarWP at Liquid Web, takes us on a journey from her first encounter with WordPress to her current role as a community leader. She shares her insights on the power of inclusivity, the thrill of her first WordCamp, and the delicate art of fostering diversity without tokenism. If you've ever wondered about the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the WordPress community or how to make a real impact in your own circles, this episode is a must-listen. Get ready for a conversation that will challenge your perspectives and inspire you to action. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/bridging-gaps-building-community/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/bridging-gaps-building-community/</a>

49:3 Bridging gaps, building community - Michelle Frechette

Find yourself ignoring newsletters you receive? Think that having your own newsletter is therefore a waste of time? Think again. I was challenged when our guest Shiven shared insights into building your own newsletter and audience that I had never considered. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/newsletter-success/

Find yourself ignoring newsletters you receive? Think that having your own newsletter is therefore a waste of time? Think again. I was challenged when our guest Shiven shared insights into building your own newsletter and audience that I had never considered. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/newsletter-success/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/newsletter-success/</a>

49:2 Newsletter success: Learn from the best - Shiven Dhania

Adam Zielinski

Fed up installing fresh copies of WordPress to test themes, plugins or code? What if you could spark up a blank WordPress instance directly in your browser in seconds, without even needing a host? Watch the video:  Today we dive into the exciting world of WordPress Playground with special guest Adam Zielinski, a WordPress core developer at Automattic. Learn how this web-based development environment revolutionizes WordPress site creation and modification without any setup required. Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/wordpress-playground/

Fed up installing fresh copies of WordPress to test themes, plugins or code? What if you could spark up a blank WordPress instance directly in your browser in seconds, without even needing a host? Watch the video: Today we dive into the exciting world of WordPress Playground with special guest Adam Zielinski, a WordPress core developer at <a href="https://automattic.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Automattic</a>. Learn how this web-based development environment revolutionizes WordPress site creation and modification without any setup required. Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/wordpress-playground/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/wordpress-playground/</a>

49:1 Zero setup, max efficiency: WordPress Playground - Adam Zielinski

Lee Matthew Jackson

Introducing ChatGPT to our entire team has been a game-changer! While some folks worry AI will take their jobs, our team is thriving with enhanced productivity and an improved work-life balance. Discover how we're leveraging AI to supercharge our efficiency in coding, content creation, email management, translations, and beyond! Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/chatgpt-in-a-web-agency

Introducing ChatGPT to our entire team has been a game-changer! While some folks worry AI will take their jobs, our team is thriving with enhanced productivity and an improved work-life balance. Discover how we're leveraging AI to supercharge our efficiency in coding, content creation, email management, translations, and beyond! Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/chatgpt-in-a-web-agency" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/chatgpt-in-a-web-agency</a>

48:8 - How we use ChatGPT in our web agency - Lee Matthew Jackson

As an agency owner, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of running your business. But what happens when your work starts to take a toll on your health and happiness? For many agency owners, the answer is a frustrating cycle of too much work and not enough time for self-care. But it doesn't have to be this way.  Full show notes: https://trailblazer.fm/fit-with-small-steady-steps/

As an agency owner, it's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of running your business. But what happens when your work starts to take a toll on your health and happiness? For many agency owners, the answer is a frustrating cycle of too much work and not enough time for self-care. But it doesn't have to be this way.  Full show notes: <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/fit-with-small-steady-steps/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://trailblazer.fm/fit-with-small-steady-steps/</a>

48:7 - Fit with small, steady steps - Lee Matthew Jackson

Transform your WordPress agency through small, achievable actions that lead to BIG change. The home of simple-to-apply techniques that result in significant change. Learn your way. audio, video, written or in-person.

Always a pleasure to listen. So much valuable information and excellent presentation. Just fab!

Wonderful!

Amazing show

Transform your WordPress agency through small, achievable actions that lead to BIG change. The home of simple-to-apply techniques that result in significant change. Learn your way. <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/#idpodcast" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">audio</a>, <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/#idvideos" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">video</a>, <a href="https://trailblazer.fm/#idblog" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">written</a> or <a href="https://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">in-person</a>.

Trailblazer FM ™ - Web agency podcast with Lee Matthew Jackson

Mark Asquith

Want to know how to become better at business? Learn how to with Mark Asquith the man behind Excellence expect. He knows all about niching down and challenging the client. Warning! The odd expletive sneaks it’s way in.   Takeaways: It’s not just about what you say yes to you need to start learning to say no.  Comparison is a killer. Deliver what you deliver, don’t worry about other agencies. Focus on you.   Links to check out: Between Two Posts Podcast: Click here Wordcamp Hamilton: Click here Working with WordPress and JavaScript: Click here   Connect with Mark: Podcast Websites: Click here PW's Twitter: Click here Mark’s Twitter: Click here His Podcast: Click here His Agency: Click here Hacksaw Twitter: Click here  --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Want to know how to become better at business? Learn how to with Mark Asquith the man behind Excellence expect. He knows all about niching down and challenging the client. Warning! The odd expletive sneaks it’s way in. Takeaways: It’s not just about what you say yes to you need to start learning to say no.  Comparison is a killer. Deliver what you deliver, don’t worry about other agencies. Focus on you. Links to check out: Between Two Posts Podcast: <a href="https://betweentwoposts.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> Wordcamp Hamilton: <a href="https://2016.hamilton.wordcamp.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> Working with WordPress and JavaScript: <a href="https://brianhogg.com/jswp/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> Connect with Mark: Podcast Websites: <a href="https://podcastwebsites.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> PW's Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/PodcastWebsites" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> Mark’s Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/MrAsquith" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> His Podcast: <a href="http://www.excellence-expected.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> His Agency: <a href="http://www.hacksawstudio.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> Hacksaw Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/HacksawStudio" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Building A Better Business - Mark Asquith - S09-E04

Kerri L Watt

Agency owners often dream of the perfect PR that generates 100s of leads and yet reality never quite meets expectations. How do you generate great PR for your agency that attracts the right sort of leads?  Full show notes available here: https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-get-more-exposure/  --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Agency owners often dream of the perfect PR that generates 100s of leads and yet reality never quite meets expectations. How do you generate great PR for your agency that attracts the right sort of leads? Full show notes available here: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/?p=5948&amp;preview=true" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-get-more-exposure/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to get more exposure - Kerri L Watt - S27-E02

Lee Jackson

When pricing up any project we often struggle with two main fears. "Will I price this too high" or "Will I not charge enough". How can you be sure you are charging a price that is good for your client and for your business? In this episode Lee shares a mindset he uses to work out how he should be pricing a project if at all.  Full show notes here: https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-quote-the-right-price-for-a-project/  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

When pricing up any project we often struggle with two main fears. "Will I price this too high" or "Will I not charge enough". How can you be sure you are charging a price that is good for your client and for your business? In this episode Lee shares a mindset he uses to work out how he should be pricing a project if at all. Full show notes here: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-quote-the-right-price-for-a-project/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-quote-the-right-price-for-a-project/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to quote the right price for a project - Lee Jackson - S21-E03

Chris Castillo

Confession - I had not been taking SEO seriously enough... that is until something happened that blew me away. (Listen to today's episode to find out what). Kyle VanDusen as a result connected me with today's guest, Chris Castillo for him to share his story and lessons he has learned along the way.  He launched his agency focused on developing websites, but after continuing to invest in himself he made a significant change.  He has now built his business as a digital marketer focusing on strategy that connects all of the relevant pieces of the puzzle. They have a heavy focus on ROI, conversion and SEO.  If you like us need to start taking SEO more seriously, then be sure to check out Chris's course below.  Supercharge your SEO course: https://agencytrailblazer.com/superchargeseo (Affiliate link)  Connect with Chris: Website - click here Facebook - click here  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Confession - I had not been taking SEO seriously enough... that is until something happened that blew me away. (Listen to today's episode to find out what). Kyle VanDusen as a result connected me with today's guest, Chris Castillo for him to share his story and lessons he has learned along the way. He launched his agency focused on developing websites, but after continuing to invest in himself he made a significant change. He has now built his business as a digital marketer focusing on strategy that connects all of the relevant pieces of the puzzle. They have a heavy focus on ROI, conversion and SEO. If you like us need to start taking SEO more seriously, then be sure to check out Chris's course below. Supercharge your SEO course: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/superchargeseo" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/superchargeseo</a> (Affiliate link) Connect with Chris: Website - <a href="http://pdms.ca/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/chris.castillo.334" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">click here</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to improve your SEO - Chris Castillo - S17-E05

Frank Candy

Join Frank Candy in this two part series on turning creativity into profit. Frank shares his thoughts and strategies empowering you to make things happen, and get things done with clients and teams of creative people. We delve into the value of creative briefs, the foundation of your creative problem solving. Takeaways: You never know when opportunity will knock on your door. When it does have the courage and except the challenge. Take care of your current clients they are the ones to come back to you. Connect with Frank: Email: frank@frankcandy.com Website: http://www.frankcandy.com/  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Frank Candy in this two part series on turning creativity into profit. Frank shares his thoughts and strategies empowering you to make things happen, and get things done with clients and teams of creative people. We delve into the value of creative briefs, the foundation of your creative problem solving. Takeaways: You never know when opportunity will knock on your door. When it does have the courage and except the challenge. Take care of your current clients they are the ones to come back to you. Connect with Frank: Email: frank@frankcandy.com Website: <a href="http://www.frankcandy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.frankcandy.com/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Part One: Turning Creativity into Profit  - Frank Candy - S12-E08

What is the impact of GDPR on your website and what should you be doing about it?  This episode serves educate as well as help build a framework for tackling compliance with your website.  You can find our full article here: https://angledcrown.com/gdpr-for-websites/  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What is the impact of GDPR on your website and what should you be doing about it? This episode serves educate as well as help build a framework for tackling compliance with your website. You can find our full article here: <a href="https://angledcrown.com/gdpr-for-websites/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://angledcrown.com/gdpr-for-websites/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

The Impact of GDPR On Your Website - Lee Jackson - S16-E07

To help avoid missing something changed on larger client websites by a WordPress update, us WPBoom. http://www.wpboom.com/  --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

To help avoid missing something changed on larger client websites by a WordPress update, us WPBoom. <a href="http://www.wpboom.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.wpboom.com/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Day 5 of 12 days of WordPress Tips

John White

Agencies are constantly hunting for the next project. What if you could build up a business building websites that guaranteed a monthly income and removed the stress of cashflow? It sounds too good to be true but John White shares how he has achieved just that!  Lee deep dives with him into how he has achieved his monthly revenue model, what he offers, how he positions it and goes into the numbers. An episode not to be missed.  Full show notes available here - https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-build-a-agency-on-recurring-revenue  --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Agencies are constantly hunting for the next project. What if you could build up a business building websites that guaranteed a monthly income and removed the stress of cashflow? It sounds too good to be true but John White shares how he has achieved just that! Lee deep dives with him into how he has achieved his monthly revenue model, what he offers, how he positions it and goes into the numbers. An episode not to be missed. Full show notes available here -<a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-build-a-agency-on-recurring-revenue" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-build-a-agency-on-recurring-revenue</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to build an agency on recurring revenue - John White - S24-E08

Tim Brown

What your agency looks like today is likely nothing like you thought it would be. Equally you may be wondering how to start making necessary changes in your business to allow you to grow the team, or free up more of your time.  In today’s episode we learn how Tim launched his agency, how he grew the team, and where he found it best to focus on their strengths with the industry they served. Yet another episode where we can learn from the journeys of others who’ve demonstrated the power of process, niching and excellence.  Full show notes here - https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/launching-niching-and-growing-an-agency  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What your agency looks like today is likely nothing like you thought it would be. Equally you may be wondering how to start making necessary changes in your business to allow you to grow the team, or free up more of your time. In today’s episode we learn how Tim launched his agency, how he grew the team, and where he found it best to focus on their strengths with the industry they served. Yet another episode where we can learn from the journeys of others who’ve demonstrated the power of process, niching and excellence. Full show notes here - <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/launching-niching-and-growing-an-agency" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/launching-niching-and-growing-an-agency</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Launching, niching and growing an agency  - Tim Brown - S29-E01

How do you go about transforming your agency and your life? From experience, small achievable actions lead to big change. Let me share with you the 5 stages of transformation that we have been going through. This creates a pathway that you can use to transform your agency one step at a time.  Full show notes: https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-transform-your-agency/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you go about transforming your agency and your life? From experience, small achievable actions lead to big change. Let me share with you the 5 stages of transformation that we have been going through. This creates a pathway that you can use to transform your agency one step at a time. Full show notes: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-transform-your-agency/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-transform-your-agency/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to transform your agency - Lee Jackson -S25-E08

For many agency owners, Christmas a stressful time of year. Potential clients are gearing up for Christmas, projects are on hold or non existent and they still have staff to page. Rob shares with us both what to do if you need clients right now, and also how to avoid this situation in the future.  Full show notes: https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/i-need-clients-now-what-do-i-do/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

For many agency owners, Christmas a stressful time of year. Potential clients are gearing up for Christmas, projects are on hold or non existent and they still have staff to page. Rob shares with us both what to do if you need clients right now, and also how to avoid this situation in the future. Full show notes: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/i-need-clients-now-what-do-i-do/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/i-need-clients-now-what-do-i-do/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

I need clients now. What do I do? - Rob Da Costa - S31-E04

We are all service providers. How do we tune into what's really important to potential clients, or our existing clients? Frank inspires us to look at things in our live's differently. He challenges us to ask the important questions of our clients.  Frank's goal is to help people be more profitable, productive and happier. With his years of experience, and so much pre-internet age, you are in for an absolute treat and feast for the ears. Design your Life: http://wpinnovator.com/designyourlife Connect with Frank: Blog: http://frankcandy.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/frankcandy Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankcandy/  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are all service providers. How do we tune into what's really important to potential clients, or our existing clients? Frank inspires us to look at things in our live's differently. He challenges us to ask the important questions of our clients.  Frank's goal is to help people be more profitable, productive and happier. With his years of experience, and so much pre-internet age, you are in for an absolute treat and feast for the ears. Design your Life: <a href="http://wpinnovator.com/designyourlife" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://wpinnovator.com/designyourlife</a> Connect with Frank: Blog: <a href="http://frankcandy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://frankcandy.com/</a> Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/frankcandy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/frankcandy</a> Linkedin: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankcandy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/frankcandy/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

The Tuned In Service Provider - Frank Candy - S12-E07

Mike Killen

How do you harness the power of "funnels" for your business? What IS a "funnel"? You may have been creating funnels for longer than you realised.  Mike Killen unpacks what a funnel really is, and highlights the importance of providing really valuable content that will educate, build credibility and encourage the consumer down the right path to engagement.  Connect With Mike Twitter: https://twitter.com/mike_killen Sign up for his list: http://sellyourservice.co.uk   Special Offer (Discount): beaverfunnels.co Code: 10PERCENT  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

How do you harness the power of "funnels" for your business? What IS a "funnel"? You may have been creating funnels for longer than you realised. Mike Killen unpacks what a funnel really is, and highlights the importance of providing really valuable content that will educate, build credibility and encourage the consumer down the right path to engagement. Connect With Mike Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mike_killen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/mike_killen</a> Sign up for his list: <a href="http://sellyourservice.co.uk" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://sellyourservice.co.uk</a> Special Offer (Discount): <a href="http://beaverfunnels.co" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">beaverfunnels.co</a> Code: 10PERCENT --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Businesses That Educate Dominate - Mike Killen - S16-E03

Mikael Yang

Email marketing is tough! Conversions can be very low for a lot of effort. Mikael from ManyChat introduces us to "Messenger Marketing", a way to connect with your audience on the platforms they use that has increadibly high conversion rates.  Together we create scenarios how an an agency might use messenger to:  AttractNurtureSellSupportRe-engage  Biggest takeaway? Do marketing that you would want to experience yourself. I don't read the umpteen emails I receive from the subscriptions I have, but I certainly don't mind a quick Facebook natter! :D  Free Messenger Marketing Course: http://course.manychat.com/  Connect with Mikael: Website - https://manychat.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mikedyang Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/groups/manychat  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Email marketing is tough! Conversions can be very low for a lot of effort. Mikael from ManyChat introduces us to "Messenger Marketing", a way to connect with your audience on the platforms they use that has increadibly high conversion rates. Together we create scenarios how an an agency might use messenger to: <ul><li>Attract</li><li>Nurture</li><li>Sell</li><li>Support</li><li>Re-engage</li></ul> Biggest takeaway? Do marketing that you would want to experience yourself. I don't read the umpteen emails I receive from the subscriptions I have, but I certainly don't mind a quick Facebook natter! :D Free Messenger Marketing Course: <a href="http://course.manychat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://course.manychat.com/</a> Connect with Mikael: Website - <a href="https://manychat.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://manychat.com/</a> Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mikedyang" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/mikedyang</a> Facebook page - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/manychat" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/groups/manychat</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Introduction to messenger marketing - Mikael Yang - S17-E03

Rachel Jacobs

Feast or famine is experienced often by the hard working agency owner. How can we can we change this model and create a business based on recurring income whilst providing the same services? This is not a podcast about selling support packages but instead creating a business based on your expertise, and creating real value for your clients.  An interview that blew Lee's mind, so it is one not to be missed!  Full show notes here - https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-beat-feast-or-famine/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Feast or famine is experienced often by the hard working agency owner. How can we can we change this model and create a business based on recurring income whilst providing the same services? This is not a podcast about selling support packages but instead creating a business based on your expertise, and creating real value for your clients. An interview that blew Lee's mind, so it is one not to be missed! Full show notes here - <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-beat-feast-or-famine/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/how-to-beat-feast-or-famine/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

How to beat feast or famine - Rachel Jacobs - S30-E07

Clay Mosley

We have a fantastic episode here for you with Clay Mosley from Rock City Digital, an amazing Web Design company, He is also the man behind claymosley.com and the 100k academy. He shares fascinating insights into how he got started, and how he has marketed his web agency. Message from our sponsor: Before we crack on, be sure to check out our new plugin SociPress: http://socipress.com  Twitter automation from within your WordPress website. The perfect upsell to your WordPress clients. You can check it out on leejacksondev.com/plugin and get 10% off using the promo code.   Action You Can Apply Today: Sell everyday. Even if it’s just a tweet or a Facebook post. Refine your processes. Videos, Videos, Videos. Videos help raise your local credibility and can replay as evergreen content.  Resources: Millo Blog platform: https://millo.co/  WordPress Plugins: Yoast SEO: https://yoast.com/ Google Analytics: https://en-gb.wordpress.org/plugins/googleanalytics/  Connect With Clay: Twitter: https://twitter.com/mosley_clay  Websites: https://claymosley.com https://rockcitydigital.com/ https://100kacademy.com/ Email: clay@claymosley.com Snapchat: claymosley  --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have a fantastic episode here for you with Clay Mosley from Rock City Digital, an amazing Web Design company, He is also the man behind <a href="http://claymosley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">claymosley.com</a> and the 100k academy. He shares fascinating insights into how he got started, and how he has marketed his web agency. Message from our sponsor: Before we crack on, be sure to check out our new plugin SociPress: <a href="http://socipress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://socipress.com</a> Twitter automation from within your WordPress website. The perfect upsell to your WordPress clients. You can check it out on <a href="http://leejacksondev.com/plugin" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">leejacksondev.com/plugin</a> and get 10% off using the promo code.  Action You Can Apply Today: Sell everyday. Even if it’s just a tweet or a Facebook post. Refine your processes. Videos, Videos, Videos. Videos help raise your local credibility and can replay as evergreen content. Resources: Millo Blog platform: <a href="https://millo.co/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://millo.co/</a> WordPress Plugins: Yoast SEO: <a href="https://yoast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://yoast.com/</a> Google Analytics: <a href="https://en-gb.wordpress.org/plugins/googleanalytics/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://en-gb.wordpress.org/plugins/googleanalytics/</a> Connect With Clay: Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/mosley_clay" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/mosley_clay</a> Websites: <a href="https://claymosley.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://claymosley.com</a> <a href="https://rockcitydigital.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://rockcitydigital.com/</a> <a href="https://100kacademy.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://100kacademy.com/</a> Email: <a href="mailto:clay@claymosley.com">clay@claymosley.com</a> Snapchat: claymosley --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Marketing A Web Agency - Clay Mosley -  S02-E05

Matt Davies

Funnels are so often abused, yet if done right, they can help us to develop lasting business relationships. In this episode Matt deep dives into the anatomy of a funnel and what the essential ingredients are. I have so often shared my own frustration with funnels that go in for the sell and can feel manipulative. (Check out one of my recent rants on YouTube). Based on this, I give Matt a hard time asking him to help me understand how funnels can be of benefit, and how they can help both the prospect and our own business.  Full show notes here - https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/the-anatomy-of-a-funnel/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Funnels are so often abused, yet if done right, they can help us to develop lasting business relationships. In this episode Matt deep dives into the anatomy of a funnel and what the essential ingredients are. I have so often shared my own frustration with funnels that go in for the sell and can feel manipulative. (Check out one of my recent rants on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=onODSeHnL2Y" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">YouTube</a>). Based on this, I give Matt a hard time asking him to help me understand how funnels can be of benefit, and how they can help both the prospect and our own business. Full show notes here - <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/the-anatomy-of-a-funnel/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/the-anatomy-of-a-funnel/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

The anatomy of a funnel - Matt Davies - S30-E04

You can speed up your client websites without needing to be a total nerd with easy to use Cloudflare. Check our our blog here to learn how: http://leejacksondev.com/how-to-secure-wordpress-with-a-firewall-using-cloudflare/   --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---   See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You can speed up your client websites without needing to be a total nerd with easy to use Cloudflare. Check our our blog here to learn how: <a href="http://leejacksondev.com/how-to-secure-wordpress-with-a-firewall-using-cloudflare/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://leejacksondev.com/how-to-secure-wordpress-with-a-firewall-using-cloudflare/</a> --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Day 1 of 12 days of WordPress Tips

Many agencies avoid settling on a niche as they feel they will miss out on projects. Meet Brad and Emily from GoWP who share their niching journey from local full service agency to WordPress support company. They have niched, then niched down further, creating a profitable and growing business that promotes a good work life blend. There is a lot we can learn from their journey.  Full show notes here - https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/niche-till-it-works/  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Many agencies avoid settling on a niche as they feel they will miss out on projects. Meet Brad and Emily from GoWP who share their niching journey from local full service agency to WordPress support company. They have niched, then niched down further, creating a profitable and growing business that promotes a good work life blend. There is a lot we can learn from their journey. Full show notes here - <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/niche-till-it-works/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/niche-till-it-works/</a> See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Niche till it works - Brad & Emily - S30-E08

Mickey Mellen

Meet Mickey Mellen and Ali Green from GreenMellen. GreenMellen is the digital marketing arm of your company that fills the void within your marketing strategy. They provide website, branding, design and messaging solutions to make your company’s digital presence meet today’s expectations. By uncovering the unique personality of each brand they work with, they’re able to create a digital environment that personifies those characteristics and refines the user experience.  Full show notes here: https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/agencylife-series-mickey-and-ali-greenmellen  Our sponsor:  Content snare helps digital agencies get website &amp; marketing content from their clients on time, in the right format, without email. https://contentsnare.com  Use the code TRAILBLAZER for a 20% discount.  --- OUR EVENT:  Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event Agency Transformation Live  Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. ---  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Meet Mickey Mellen and Ali Green from GreenMellen. GreenMellen is the digital marketing arm of your company that fills the void within your marketing strategy. They provide website, branding, design and messaging solutions to make your company’s digital presence meet today’s expectations. By uncovering the unique personality of each brand they work with, they’re able to create a digital environment that personifies those characteristics and refines the user experience. Full show notes here: <a href="https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/agencylife-series-mickey-and-ali-greenmellen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://agencytrailblazer.com/podcast/agencylife-series-mickey-and-ali-greenmellen</a> Our sponsor: Content snare helps digital agencies get website &amp; marketing content from their clients on time, in the right format, without email. <a href="https://contentsnare.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://contentsnare.com</a> Use the code TRAILBLAZER for a 20% discount. --- OUR EVENT: Do you want to make real change in your business? Join us at our in-person event <a href="http://agencytransformation.live/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Agency Transformation Live</a> Meet Troy Dean; Lee Jackson, Chris Ducker, Kelly Baader, Amy Woods, Paul Lacey, Dave Foy and other legends in this fantastic conference focused on actionable steps that you can use to transform your agency. --- See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.

Agency Life Series - Mickey Mellen and Ali Green – GreenMellen - S21-E07

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