The Growth Hack
Welcome to ‘The Growth Hack: Franchise Marketing Unleashed’, your ultimate podcast destination where we dive deep into the dynamic world of franchise marketing!
Join us as we explore cutting-edge strategies, innovative digital marketing techniques, and industry insights tailored specifically for franchise businesses. Each episode is packed with actionable tips, expert interviews, and real-world success stories designed to help franchise owners and marketers drive growth, enhance online visibility, and maximize ROI. Whether you’re a seasoned franchise veteran or new to the digital marketing arena, this podcast is your go-to resource for staying ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of franchise marketing.
Episodes
17 episodes
You Don't Need a Break-- You Need a Better Strategy
Burned Out or Just Busy Doing the Wrong Stuff? You’re not broken—you might just be spending your time on all the wrong things.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, Marcus Slater (founder of AdCloud and S...
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Episode 17
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18:24
Congrats, You Opened. Now Get to Work.
Build It and They Will Come? The BIGGEST Lie in Franchise GrowthYou’ve opened your doors. You posted your ribbon cutting. You even lit up that neon "OPEN" sign like it was Times Square. And... crickets. <...
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Episode 16
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16:17
Don't Hire For a Problem Marketing Can't Fix
Should You Hire or Advertise? Here’s Why You Still Feel “Busy But Broke”You’re booked, but somehow... not banking. 😅If you’ve ever wondered whether your next move should be hiring more staff or fixing your marketing (or maybe ju...
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Episode 15
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17:11
No One's Coming to Your Grand Opening (Unless You Do This First)
🎉 Your Grand Opening is NOT a Surprise Party: Why Pre-Launch Ads Are Non-NegotiableIn this episode, Marcus and McKenzie break down why waiting to market until you're open is the business equivalent of throwing a party a...
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Episode 14
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15:51
The Franchise Playbook Won't Save You
The Franchise Playbook Won’t Save You: Why Local Growth Is On YOUSpoiler alert: Corporate isn’t coming to rescue your slow sales.In this episode of The Growth Hack: Franchise Marketing Unleashed, Mar...
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Episode 13
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20:20
The Ads vs Content Debate
Stop Posting. Start Profiting: Why Ads > Endless ContentLet’s be real—posting on social media every day is exhausting, and most of the time, it doesn’t move the needle. So the big question is: should you stop postin...
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Episode 12
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How One Page Outperformed an Entire Website
Do You Really Need a Website? Or Is It Just Digital Clutter?Your website might look great—but is it actually converting? Or is it just flexing pretty fonts and scaring off customers?In this episode of...
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Episode 11
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22:12
Google or Meta-- Who's Stealing Your ROI?
In this episode of The Growth Hack Franchise Marketing Unleashed, host Marcus Slater and co-host Mckenzie dive into one of the biggest debates in franchise marketing:Should you spend more on Google search ads or social media ...
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Episode 10
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16:19
Follow Up or Fall Behind: The Real Reason You're Losing Sales
Bad Leads Aren’t Bad—You Just Gave Up Too Soon.In this episode of The Growth Hack Franchise Marketing Unleashed, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—is joined by brand director Mc...
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Episode 9
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19:52
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Ad Math 101: Stop Donating Money to Meta!
Marketing isn’t magic—it’s math.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater and Mckenzie, Brand Director at AdCloud, break down the metrics that matter when running ads and why trac...
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Episode 8
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Fake it Don't Break it: Confidence Hacks for Entrepreneurs
Confidence isn’t just a trait—it’s a business strategy.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—dives into confidence hacks for entrepreneurs
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Episode 7
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Quit or Commit: Knowing when to Pivot, Pause, or Persevere
Quit or commit? Every entrepreneur faces this crossroads.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—dives into how to know when it’s time to doubl...
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Episode 6
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Weekend Hustle: Build a Business Before Monday
Building a business from scratch? Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at how we’re doing it.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—pulls back the cur...
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Episode 5
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20:11
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Steal Smart: Learn from Competitor Marketing Wins
Want to outsmart your competitors without outspending them? Yes, it’s possible.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—dives into how to levera...
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Episode 4
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12:11
Marketing on a Shoestring: Luxury Results on a Lean Budget
Big-budget results on a startup budget? Yes, it’s possible.In this episode of The Growth Hack Podcast, host Marcus Slater—founder and CEO of AdCloud Agency and Slater Digital Group—breaks down how to get luxury-level marketin...
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Episode 3
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