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Ep 22: Nail It Before You Scale It: Launching with Intention and Impact, with Brad Quiring of Sidekick Fundraising

Episode 22

Key Takeaways

  • Brad launched Sidekick Fundraising to serve small nonprofits often priced out of traditional agency support.
  • Sidekick offers a lower-cost, hands-on alternative by working with clients rather than doing everything for them.
  • Brad is building his agency fully in public via LinkedIn, engaging community feedback at every step.
  • “Nail it before you scale it” is guiding his approach—focusing on quality, process, and long-term sustainability.
  • Core values are shaping everything from hiring to client experience—even in week one.
  • He’s fully booked with 10 clients just five days after launch, proving the power of community-driven growth.
  • His Done-With-You model helps nonprofits build internal capacity while getting expert support and guidance.

Check out Brad's agency here:

https://sidekickfundraising.com/

https://www.agencyuplift.co/email

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