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October 31, 2024 11 mins

Are you playing it too safe with your agency's growth? In this thought-provoking episode, Mandi Ellefson challenges agency owners to think bigger about transformation. Drawing from her experience helping agencies scale, Mandi explains why staying "safe" might be the riskiest strategy in today's market. This episode explores:

  • Fear of Business Transformation [00:00:00] Learn why many successful agency owners resist making changes that could unlock massive growth, fearing they'll "blow up" what's already working.
  • Market Pressures and Competition [00:01:48] Understand the current challenges facing agencies, including AI disruption, increasing competition, inflation, and changing buying patterns.
  • Case Study: Ralph Burns' Success [00:02:42] Discover how one agency doubled their revenue per client and achieved a $50 million valuation by making bold strategic changes.
  • The Growth Journey Reality [00:04:39] Why getting from $1M to $3M is one of the hardest transitions, and why aiming for $5M or $10M might actually be easier.
  • Playing to Win vs. Not to Lose [00:06:28] Explore the mindset shift needed to achieve exponential growth, illustrated by a client who increased minimum rates from $30,000 to $100,000.
  • Creating a Self-Running Agency [00:08:43] Learn about the upcoming "90 Days to a Self-Running Agency" program and what it takes to build a functional, profitable, and enjoyable business.

Don't miss this opportunity to understand why playing it safe might be holding your agency back from its true potential. If you're ready to transform your agency, this episode provides the inspiration and strategic insight you need.

This episode is essential listening for agency owners who want to break free from the "safe" path and create transformational growth in 2024-2025.

Mandi invites you to reach out for more information on scaling your business, and mentions her new book 'The Hands-Off CEO'. With insights to help you rethink your approach to growth in 2024-2025, this episode is essential for ambitious owners, founders and CEOs of 8-figure agencies.


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