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In this live session, we break down the nitty-gritty of what it takes to skyrocket your growth using the Agency Growth Model. I'm talking about those key moves you need to make in different areas to get that growth engine revving. Watch the video below:

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Outline of this video:

  • Accelerating Growth (07:56): Steps to propel agency growth, including finding purpose and team building.
  • Impact and Business Pride (15:57): Addressing impact, business pride, and achieving financial success.
  • Three Key Things (16:19): Three crucial actions for money, freedom, and impact.
  • Scaling and Team Development (17:21): The importance of scaling and building a capable team.
  • Importance of Landing Clients (18:02): The significance of acquiring clients.
  • Game-Changing Model (21:02): The model that transformed Josh Nelson's success.
  • Monthly Recurring Revenue (23:53): Embracing recurring revenue over project work.
  • Minimum Monthly Retainer Fee (25:00): Suggested minimum retainer fee for stable growth.
  • Assessing and Adjusting Model (26:03): Encouragement to evaluate and adapt your model.
  • Three Key Areas for Growth (28:03): Vital areas for accelerated growth.
  • Retaining Clients (38:22): The challenge of client retention and benchmarks.
  • Importance of Retention in Scaling (40:25): Role of retention in agency scaling.
  • The Agency Growth Model (41:57): Embracing a growth-focused system.
  • Strategies for Strategy Sessions (43:37): Initiating conversations for strategy sessions.
  • Quarterly Activities for Growth (51:01): Utilizing industry events and case studies.
  • Achieving Growth and Converting Clients (52:56): Showcasing impact and strategies.
  • Key Elements for Converting Clients (54:22): Building a comprehensive sales process.
  • Retaining Clients for Continued Growth (55:25): Strategies for client retention.
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When we're talking about snagging clients, there are three crucial steps we need to nail down:

  1. We've got to fill that funnel. Imagine it like a pipeline of prospects raising their hands, expressing interest, and stepping into our niche world. That's step one.
  2. Don't just stop at grabbing attention. It's not just about doing a bit of marketing or sending out cold emails or Facebook ads. No, you've got to crank it up a notch and establish yourself as the go-to authority in your niche. Take a page from Allen's book – he owned the funeral home space. People came to him because of the knowledge he possessed of his niche. That's step two, building that authority.
  3. And then, the big finale is the sales process. If you've got a process that converts a solid 30% or more of your meetings into sales, you're on the right track.

Now, I'm curious, as we're getting into the details here, where do you see yourself on this spectrum? You've got the red, yellow, and green system to rate yourself on each step. Is your sales process a well-oiled machine (that's green), or could it use some fine-tuning (yellow or even red)? How about your authority in your niche – are you the superstar everyone looks up to (green) or still hanging out in the shadows (red)? And let's not forget the funnel – are you bringing in a steady stream of prospects (green), or is it more of a trickle (yellow or, you guessed it, red)

Don't stress if you've got some reds going on. That's actually exciting because those red spots are the areas holding the most potential for growth. Fix them, and you're set to soar.

Remember, the goal is clear: master the funnel, establish that authority, and refine your sales game. Because when you tackle these three the money part tends to fall in line. So, you'll know where to direct your efforts and what you need to work on.

Now, let's shift gears to results – the big “deliver the goods” part. We're aiming for a model that not only delivers but gives you the freedom to do more. Two things stand out here too:

First, pick the right model for your digital marketing agency. There's no shortage of options, from one-time fees to monthly packages packed with goodies. You've got to pick what works for you.

Then comes the not-so-secret secret to success: retention. You might have a killer pitch, an A+ sales pitch, and a growth strategy, but if you can't keep your clients, it's like taking one step forward and one step back. So, number one in the retention game is onboarding. Imagine it like rolling out a red carpet for your clients, complete with a welcome box and a choreographed call that leaves them excited and confident in your team. And the second pillar of retention? Communication. Even if your results are knocking it out of the park, regular check-ins, reports, and discussions keep that connection strong. It's like tending to a flourishing garden – give it attention and watch it thrive.

So there you have it – the roadmap to accelerated growth, right from landing clients to keeping them with you for the long haul. Remember, these are the moves that can turn those reds into greens, and before you know it, you're on your way to not just success, but the kind of freedom you've been dreaming of.

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Josh Nelson

Josh Nelson (Joshua D. Nelson) is the founder and CEO of Seven Figure Agency, where he has helped 185+ digital marketing agency owners scale past seven figures, generating over $247M in aggregate client results. Seven Figure Agency is a four-time Inc. 5000 honoree. Josh is also the founder of Plumbing & HVAC SEO — the niche agency he scaled past $7M annual revenue, recognized as a three-time Inc. 5000 honoree — and the editor of TopMarketingAgencies.com, the editorial directory of America’s best niche marketing agencies. His two companies have been named to the Inc. 5000 a combined seven times. He is the author of The 7-Figure Agency Roadmap and The Client Retention Handbook for Digital Marketing Agencies, both available on Amazon and Audible. Read his full author bio, books, podcast, and press features at joshnelsonblog.com.

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