What Does a Self-Running Agency Actually Look Like?
- S3E133
- 14:29
- September 1st 2022
In today’s video, we explore what a self-running agency means. It doesn't have to be a pipe dream to build an agency that is less dependent on YOU. So I am going to dig into the foundational components of building an agency that runs efficiently even when you are not there.
Time Stamp
[01:05] We all aspire to build an agency that is less dependent on us yet most never achieve it. Why is that?
[01:30] The typical journey of an agency owner in their first 5 years
[03:48] 5 areas to building a scalable agency
[04:08] 1. Having a GROWTH mindset rather than a FREELANCE mindset
[05:46] 2. The importance of having a clear plan for your agency
[07:48] 3. Hire the best/most expensive people you can afford who can take work off your plate
[08:58] 4. Put a robust client management process in place so all clients have a consistent experience when working with your agency
[09:36] 5. Robust documented and scalable systems are crucial to creating a platform for growth
[12:10] These 5 strategies create a solid foundation for growth and enable you to step away without fear of things falling apart!
[12:47] Join me on my FREE LIVE Masterclass: How to be the CEO of your agency
Quotations
“If you don’t have a clear plan you will go around in circles taking one step forwards and one back!” - Rob Da Costa
“If you want to scale your agency you need to document all those core processes that are intuitive to you and in your head!” - Rob Da Costa
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