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Staying updated in digital marketing is crucial for agency success. That's why I’ve compiled the top 10 podcasts every agency owner should follow. These podcasts offer valuable insights into marketing automation, agency growth strategies, and the latest trends in digital marketing.
1. Seven Figure Agency Podcast
Start with the Seven Figure Agency Podcast. This podcast delivers proven strategies from our journey to $5M per year. Listen for tips on scaling, client acquisition, and industry trends. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other platforms. Subscribe here.
2. Small, Steady Steps Podcast
Small, Steady Steps is perfect for actionable growth advice. This podcast provides ideas on scaling your agency effectively. Tune in for practical steps to boost your agency’s performance.
3. Smart Agency Podcast with Jason Swank
The Smart Agency Podcast by Jason Swank is essential for agency owners. It covers various aspects of agency growth and scaling. Gain insights from a seasoned expert on taking your digital marketing agency to the next level.
4. Build a Better Agency with Drew McClellan
Build a Better Agency by Drew McClellan offers strategies on profitability and client retention. This podcast dives into the ins and outs of growing a successful digital marketing agency.
5. HubSpot’s Growth Show
The Growth Show by HubSpot isn’t agency-specific but provides excellent marketing insights. HubSpot’s thought leadership covers various aspects of digital marketing. Stay updated on the latest trends and strategies.
6. Marketing School with Neil Patel
Marketing School by Neil Patel focuses on SEO and digital marketing. This podcast is great for staying ahead in SEO trends and techniques. Listen to gain advanced insights into digital marketing.
7. The GaryVee Audio Experience
The GaryVee Audio Experience offers inspiration and motivation. Gary Vaynerchuk shares valuable insights on social media marketing and business growth. Tune in for impactful ideas and strategies.
8. Social Media Examiner’s Social Media Marketing Podcast
Social Media Marketing Podcast by Michael Stelzner covers social media strategies. Learn about Facebook ads, Twitter, Instagram, and more. This podcast is a great resource for social media marketing tips.
9. Duct Tape Marketing with John Jantsch
Duct Tape Marketing Podcast by John Jantsch explores marketing strategy. It’s perfect for those looking to understand marketing from a CMO perspective. Enhance your strategic thinking with this podcast.
10. Edge of the Web SEO Podcast
Edge of the Web SEO Podcast offers in-depth SEO discussions. Gain knowledge of SEO best practices and trends. This podcast is a must-listen for SEO-focused agency owners.
Bonus Recommendation: Deep Specialization Podcast with Corey Quinn
As an exclusive bonus for our readers, check out the Deep Specialization Podcast by Corey Quinn. This podcast dives deep into specialized topics and offers niche insights. It’s a valuable resource for those looking to excel in specific areas of digital marketing.
Conclusion
These podcasts are essential for digital marketing agency owners. They offer valuable insights, strategies, and updates to help your agency thrive. For more podcast recommendations, visit sevenfigureagency.com/top-podcasts.
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How I actually listen to podcasts (as an agency owner)
I host a podcast (the Seven Figure Agency Podcast) and I've recorded over 200 episodes. So I have an opinion on this.
Most agency owners listen to podcasts wrong. They put one on while doing dishes, retain nothing, feel productive, and learn nothing actionable. Here's a better system:
Curate ruthlessly. The podcasts on the list above earn their spot. Most agency podcasts don't. If a show spends 20 minutes on guest backstory before anything useful, that's 20 minutes you don't get back. Subscribe to fewer shows, listen to more episodes from the ones that actually pay off.
Listen at 1.5x or 2x. If the host can't make sense at 2x, they're padding. Most can. You'll get through twice the catalog with no comprehension loss.
Have one specific question you're trying to answer per session. “How do I get my first $10K month?” “How do I structure my onboarding?” “What does a $1M agency org chart look like?” Pick the question, then search the back catalog of these shows for episodes that match. Listening with a question is 5x more useful than listening for general inspiration.
Take notes on actions, not ideas. Every episode that lands should produce one specific change you'll make in the agency this week. If an episode produces zero actions, it was entertainment, not learning. Both are fine — just label them honestly.
Listen to operators, not to gurus. Anyone running an agency at the size you want to be at has more to teach you than anyone selling a course about it. The list above leans heavily toward operators for that reason.
One episode per week, applied. Same as books — fewer inputs, deeper application. The agencies in the SFA network that compound the fastest are the ones that learn slowly and execute fast.
More resources for digital marketing agency owners
- The 13 Best Books for Digital Marketing Agencies
- Top YouTube Channels for Digital Marketing Agencies
- Best Facebook Groups for Agency Owners
- 20 Best Digital Marketing Blogs
- 50 Digital Marketing Quotes Worth Saving
- Best Digital Marketing News Sites
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