An Agency Story
First hand interviews of creative, digital, advertising, and marketing agency owners that have walked the talk of running an agency business. These are riveting stories of the thrill of starting up, hardships faced, and the keys to a successful business from agency owners around the world.
Episodes
191 episodes
The Story Advantage for Better Clarity and Positioning - The Business of Story
In this episode, Russel sits down with Park Howell, founder of The Business of Story, to explore storytelling frameworks, positioning, and clarity, Park shares practical insights on how agencies can cut through the noise and build stronger conn...
The Right Amount of Awesome - Punch
Brian Tillman went from writing random product descriptions in a freezing warehouse to building a 50-person agency serving cybersecurity and tech companies. In this episode, he unpacks the shift from selling features to selling outcomes, why he...
The Breakdancer Who Built a People-First Agency - Milli
In this episode, Michael Huang shares his story on how focusing on culture, creativity, and mentorship can shape not just a business, but an entire talent pipeline. Key Takeaways Expecting polished talent instead ...
The Journey of a Swiss Army Knife Skillset - 232 Creative
What does it really take to build an agency from scratch and keep it going for over a decade? In this episode, Ryan Stets of 232 Creative shares the unfiltered journey of evolving from freelancer to agency owner, navigating uncertainty, and ada...
The Kind of Creativity That Doesn’t Fade - WORK Labs
Great creative work doesn’t happen by accident, it’s built on fundamentals. In this episode, Cabell Harris shares decades of perspective on how the creative industry has evolved and what actually separates meaningful work from noise. <...
The Case for Catch and Release Engagements - Arlington Strategy
Building a better agency is about building people, culture, and meaningful impact. In this episode, Jennifer Mulchandani of Arlington Strategy shares a refreshingly honest perspective on hiring, leadership, and why a better practices might be t...
Rethinking Podcasting: A More Purposeful Approach for Agencies - Interview Valet
In this episode, Tom Schwab of Interview Valet breaks down how to use podcasting as a focused, intentional channel to build authority and attract the right results. If you’ve ever wondered whether podcasting is worth your time, this will change...
A Health Crisis Forged a Better Business - On Purpose Projects
Company: On Purpose ProjectsGuest: Natasha GolinskyYear Started: 2015Employees: 1-10...
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The Unsexy Work Behind an Enduring Agency - Beyond Spots & Dots
Company: Beyond Spots & DotsGuest: Melanie QuerryYear Started: 2006Employees: 1...
The Six-Pack Job Pitch That Didn’t Work - Neff
Company: NeffGuest: David NeffYear Started: 1959Employees: 11-25What does it take to build an agency t...
A Tale of Fermented Shark and Unearned Confidence - Stay Calm Industries
Company: Stay Calm IndustriesGuest: Evan JohnsonYear Started: 2013Employees: 1-10What...
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The Agency Owner’s Guide to Turning Legal Into Profit - Legal + Creative
Company: Legal + CreativeGuest: Sharon ToerekYear Started: 2014Employees: 1-10In this ep...
The Promotion That Paid Less and Sparked an Agency - Adsquire
Company: AdsquireGuest: Anthony HigmanYear Started: 2021Employees: 1-10Wha...
A Founder’s Request to the Universe - Ladybugz
Company: LadybugzGuest: Lysa MillerYear Started: 2002Employees: 11-25What happens when a foun...
Great Leadership Starts Where Ego Ends - Briteweb
Company: BritewebGuest: Jill de ChavezYear Started: 2011Employees: 11-25What does it ...
From SNL Backstage to Franchise Front Stage - Elysium Marketing Group
Company: Elysium Marketing GroupGuest: Elyse LupinYear Started: 2015Employees: 11-25Starting ...
7 Habits for Building Financial Clarity in Your Agency - Sarah Patterson with Essjay
Company: EssjayGuest: Sarah PattersonYear Started: 2011Employees: 1-10Money clar...
The Discipline of Reducing Friction - Help.Agency
Company: Help.AgencyGuest: John BalauatYear Started: 2020Employees: 11-25Growth doesn’t usually fail ...
Predictability Is the Real Flex - Brolik
Company: BrolikGuest: Jason BrewerYear Started: 2004Employees: 11-25You can never underestima...
You Don’t Start Certain, You Become Certain - 30|90 Marketing
Company: 30|90 MarketingGuest: Rachel LedetYear Started: 2018Employees: 1-10Clarity ...
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A 13-Year-Old Founder Builds a 450-Person Agency - Smart Sites
Company: Smart SitesGuest: Alex MelenYear Started: 2011Employees: 100+What does it really tak...
Finding the Unexpected Tip of the Spear - North Street
Company: North StrettGuest: Tom ConlonYear Started: 2010Employees: 1-10In this episo...
Why Stepping Away is a Power Move - Digital HQ
Company: Digital HQGuest: Hillary ApplegateYear Started: 2020Employees: 11-25What if the key t...
