In this episode, we had Narcis Nedelcu on.  He does a deep dive into how he has succeeded using Upwork to grow his agency.

 * How he got his first client in Upwork (and how he did it internationally)
 * Long-term clients and how they're helpful to build a sustainable agency
 * The freelancer-owner progression and how to use it in your life

Thanks for tuning in!

Narcis Nedelcu - The Upwork Agency Expert

In this episode we spoke about:

How communication and sales is vital for everyone.  With tech constantly evolving, looking for the next market opportunities can help you solidify a good foundation in the midst of your building.

Focusing on the core. There’s natural turnover in any agency industry. Long-term relationships within your team, should be prioritized.

How experimentation is key. Embodying self-leadership pours into every aspect of your business. Being flexible with potential clients does wonders!

Samuel Watt - Forget The Shiny Object Syndrome 

In this episode we spoke about:

 * Staying curious in any industry you are in, gets you places.
 * How growth is a long-term journey that is worked on with intentionality.
 * Systematizing your business will require you being adaptable and open to making small changes that lead to expansion.

Michael Preston - Pink Shark Marketing

In this episode we spoke about:

 * The importance of making sure your objectives in business reach your "visual excellence" visions.
 * When you give creatives power, remarkable things start to happen. Being curious is a good thing within boundaries.
 * How building trust helps sustain relationships in a deeper way. Mentorship sets you up for rapid growth.
 * How people skills are paramount to success. Don’t chase profits over purpose. Let people be the best part of your day while being relentlessly optimistic.

Josh Stewart-Van Dusen - Creative Liberty

In this episode we spoke about:

 * How there is a level of commitment required as an agency owner, to fully see the results you worked for.
 * The power in clientele utilizing platforms where the majority of their audience is actievly present on. What do you want to be known for?
 * A communicative style of content is efficient. Leveraging the powerful tool that is video does wonders.

Mark Neace - Keep Showing Up

In this episode we talked about:

 * If you are questioning what to bring into the world, know you have no competition because your uniqueness is irreplaceable.
 * Collaborating with diverse skillsets leads to expansion. Watering resilience has allowed her to build on everything she’s created over the years.
 * Build on your strengths. Changing your scenery and tending to what you care about matters. Value relationships by communicating integrally. It matters.

Wendy Glavin - Decode Your Value

In this episode we spoke about:

 * With years of experience building a personal brand, focusing on your service + results brings ease. Balancing systems and keeping up with changes can bring a sense of steadiness in any industry you are in.
 * Utilizing content and hashtag strategies help clientele grow organically.
 * When it comes to leadership, retaining relationships and upholding visions is vital.

Theresa Depasquale - Organic Social Media

In this episode we spoke about:

 * Touched on this conversation of bravery being required for creatives and agency owners in any industry. Having a strong aversion to toxicity in the work place builds a great foundation for integral relationships.
 * How kindness is key running a small business. But also how being a solutionary is a must have in the agency space.
 * Saying yes, then figure it out. The state of being comfortable means you are satisfied with where you are. Growth is built from change.

Liz Hunt - Discomfort Builds

In this episode we talked about:

 * How working organically and bringing out the best in clientele requires a certain level of fearlessness online.
 * Learning how to spot self-belief and community belief in someone is important. “Being online is our mall that we all hang out at.” Our social media experience can be artistic for you and those around you.
 * How leadership encompasses open dialogue, honesty and working integrally. We also touched on this conversation of wellness and the value in creating a space to get out of your comfort zone.

The Social Media Lab (Facebook Group)

https://form.typeform.com/to/ad9ORxw3

Anya's sales call link:

https://form.typeform.com/to/HoyLcW2t

Anya Parker-Lentz - For Humans By Humans

In this episode we spoke about:

 * “How personal branding is about who you are and the trajectory of who are you encompasses the core of your company.”
 * Empowering clientele with this message while clarifying their offers elevates their impact.
 * Valuing relationships is key. They help position people online organically and that comes with getting personal.
 * Get on LinkedIn. Leveraging spontaneity and being open to new opportunities has changed their lives for the better.

Anders Ilves & Alexa Ares - "Business Is Always Personal!"

Every agency has a bottleneck or constraint.  And we want to get on-air and find it.  Everyone talks about how to scale.  But we want to know what's stopping you.  Tune in as we brainstorm live, how to get already successful agencies to the next level.

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