Live from the Traffic & Conversion Summit stage, Russ Perry, Founder and CEO of Design Pickle, sits down with Garrett to talk about how he built a design agency making $10 million in annual recurring revenue this year. In this episode, Russ explains how he went from aspiring entrepreneur to multi-million dollar success story, how he thinks about his future at Design Pickle, and what he does to manage the stress of running such a large company.   IN THIS EPISODE YOU’LL LEARN:  How Russ was able to recover from a million-dollar loss in 2014 to a 200+ employee business and $10 million in ARR in 2019 Why Russ hired a project manager as his first employee instead of a designer and how he documents every role before hiring for the position Russ’s strategy to systemize himself out of the day-to-day of Design Pickle and focus only on its growth Design Pickle’s biggest win and failure in 2018 
   LINKS AND RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Design Pickle Startup School by Y-Combinator  The Sober Entrepreneur: Change Your Family Tree Russ on LinkedIn   Thanks so much for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The DigitalMarketer Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us on  iTunes and leave us a review!  iTunes not your thing? Find us on Spotify,  Stitcher, TuneIn, or at  DigitalMarketer.com. Mentioned in this episode: [Free Download] DigitalMarketer's Canva Holiday Promo Pack Grab These 195 Ready-To-Use Canva Templates For 5 Upcoming Holiday Promotions! Holiday Promo Pack

EP49: Overcoming the Hardest Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs with Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle

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Do you feel like your marketing is stuck in the past, dependent on expensive ads from a couple of big tech giants? What if there was a way to build an authentic community of brand ambassadors to help you reach new audiences and drive sales?
Joey Vaillancourt, the Head of Partnerships at BiOptimizers, and host of the Partner Up Profits podcast, reveals his blueprint for recruiting affiliates and scaling your business through partnerships. He's cracked the code on this modern marketing strategy and is here to share exactly how you can do it too.

In this episode, we'll explore: -The evolution of affiliate marketing, and how it's adapting to the modern market -Strategies for recruiting the right affiliates, who align with your brand's mission -Determining the ideal commission structure, to attract and retain top-tier affiliates -Managing and nurturing your affiliate community for long-term success -Leveraging podcasting to highlight partners, and grow your affiliate program

Whether you're new to affiliate marketing or looking to take your existing program to the next level, this episode is packed with actionable insights and real-world examples. Joey shares his framework for finding and recruiting mission-based affiliates who genuinely believe in your product, as well as tips for creating a cohesive marketing strategy that integrates affiliate marketing with your other channels.

But here's the thing: getting started with affiliate marketing can be overwhelming, especially if you're not sure where to begin. That's why Joey has put together some incredible resources just for our listeners:

-The Bootstrapper's Guide to Influencer Marketing: A comprehensive guide to getting your affiliate marketing program off the ground, even if you're working with a limited budget.

-The $100 Million Planning Strategy: This AI-powered tool helps you create a one-year, three-year, and 10-year plan for your affiliate program. Visit partnerprofits.com/digitalmarketer to access these game-changing resources.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business!

Key Takeaways: 01:15 The evolution of affiliate marketing 03:13 Strategies for recruiting and managing affiliates 06:52 The difference between mission-based and transactional affiliates 11:52 Determining commission rates and payout structures 20:41 Strategies for affiliate community management and retention 24:40 The difference between affiliate marketing and MLM 25:06 The ethical approach to influencer marketing 29:40 Podcasting as a powerful tool for building partnerships 34:51 Using AI for partnership planning and strategy development

Resources: Free Guide: The Bootstrapper's Guide to Influencer Marketing - https://partnerupprofits.com/influencer/  Bonus: $100M Planning Strategy Using ChatGPT - https://partnerprofits.com/digitalmarketer 

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The Strategies for Scaling Your Business with Affiliate Partnerships with Joey Vaillancourt

The automotive industry is undergoing a seismic shift, and CGI is at the heart of this transformation. As traditional methods of car photography and videography struggle to keep pace with the demands of modern marketing, forward-thinking companies are embracing the power of CGI to create visuals that are not only stunning but also highly flexible and efficient.
Leading this charge is Faruk Heplevent, the founder and CEO of Scope CGI Studio. With his unique blend of expertise in car photography and passion for innovation, Faruk has become a trailblazer in the use of full CGI content for car launches and marketing campaigns.

In this episode, Faruk discusses: -The evolution of CGI in the automotive industry and its advantages over traditional methods -How CGI solves the challenges of using prototype cars for launches and marketing -The importance of building full 360-degree locations for flexibility and consistency -Adapting visuals to different markets and cultural preferences -The future of AI and VR in personalized marketing and customer experiences

Whether you're in the automotive industry or looking to leverage cutting-edge technology for your marketing efforts, this episode will give you valuable insights into the future of CGI and its potential to transform your business.

Key Takeaways 00:55 The evolution of car launches: From photography to CGI 02:55 The Shift to CGI in car marketing 05:02 The art of creating realistic CGI locations 10:07 The technical and creative challenges of CGI production 17:17 Adapting to new visual aesthetics and brand consistency 20:47 Global brand perceptions and market differences 21:26 The role of AI in marketing and personalization 23:22 Future of car marketing: data-driven personalization 29:12 The potential of VR in marketing 33:10 The evolution of digital marketing and future trends

Connect with Faruk Heplevent: LinkedIn - https://de.linkedin.com/in/farukheplevent  Website - https://thescope.studio/ 


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Are you tired of feeling like a prisoner to your agency, constantly putting out fires and struggling to grow? What if there was a way to scale your business while actually enjoying the process and setting yourself up for a profitable exit?
Jordan Ross, the founder and CEO of 8 Figure Agency, reveals his proven blueprint for scaling and exiting your agency. He has not only cracked the code but also helped countless others do the same. 

In this episode, Jordan shares his hard-won insights on: -Identifying and eliminating growth constraints -How to harness the power of "Solomon's Paradox" to make better decisions -Implementing the 4 key variables to keep your team loyal and motivated -The Amazon-inspired "heuristics" that will transform your team's behavior

Whether you're just starting out or have hit a plateau, this episode will give you the tools and mindset shifts needed to take your agency to the next level. Tune in now and discover how to build an agency that not only scales but also sets you up for a successful exit.

Key Takeaways 02:02 The 4 constraints preventing your agency from growing 05:57 Why entrepreneurs are usually the bottleneck in their own business 09:16 The importance of bringing in an external perspective to solve problems  11:42 Treating your agency like a game to overcome challenges 15:40 The 4 key variables to keep your team loyal and motivated 16:40 How to use love languages to make your team feel appreciated 24:30 Amazon's secret sauce for creating a culture of ownership and accountability 26:47 The power of heuristics in driving complex behaviors 30:35 Strategies for consistent growth despite challenges


Connect with Jordan Ross: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-ross-systems-expert/  Website - https://8figureagency.co/  YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jordanross8F  Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-scale-an-agency/id1606000832 


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The Amazon-Inspired Secrets to Effortless Agency Growth with Jordan Ross

How would it feel to be among the elite few profiting hugely from the often-misunderstood Amazon Influencer Program? If you're tired of missing out on this low-hanging fruit, it's time to learn from someone who has cracked the code.
Norman Farrar, AMZ titan, and influencer marketing pro, reveals his step-by-step blueprint for turning the Amazon influencer program into a steady stream of income. 

Norman shares the secrets to: -Getting quickly approved as an Amazon Influencer (and avoiding those harsh 3-strike rejections!) -Creating engaging, high-converting videos in just 30-45 seconds -Increasing product visibility and rankings with external traffic -Scaling your influencer business with brand sponsorships and more

Whether you're new to the program or have struggled to gain traction, this is your chance to unlock a steady stream of effortless Amazon Influencer program revenue. Tune in now!

Key Takeaways 02:03 What is the Amazon Influencer Program? 04:02 How to get approved for Amazon Influencer Program 06:54 How to get free products and paid promotions as an influencer 08:35 Common influencer mistakes that lead to content rejection 14:40 Leveraging external traffic and Amazon's Attribution Program 19:18 Scaling your influencer business using brand deals 19:44 Tips for creating viral content as an influencer 25:40 How much content should you create every week?  28:38 What to do if you get rejected for the Amazon Influencer Program

Connect with Norman Farrar: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/normanfarrar  Website - https://lunchwithnorm.com/ 


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Building a Profitable Amazon Influencer Business from Scratch with Norman Farrar

Want to implement Stevie's game-changing "CARE Factor" framework at your agency? Click the link below to get her book "The Care Factor Fix" and level up your client relationships.
Have you ever felt like you're just an ad person or content creator to your clients, rather than a strategic marketing partner? 

As a marketer, you want to be a valued partner in your client's business growth. However, the constant need to justify your work in order to maintain your seat at the table is a challenge.

This struggle, according to Stevie V Brown, CEO, and Marketing Systemizer at The Change Starter, stems from a fundamental issue: most businesses don't understand how marketing works. Without proper expectations and integration from the start, we're setting ourselves up for failure.

Stevie reveals her innovative "CARE Factor" framework to vet ideal clients and forge long-term partnerships built on commitment, accountability, realism, and engagement.

If you're an agency owner or marketer tired of frustration and mistrust, listen to this episode, then take this scorecard assessment linked below to discover which areas you need to optimize for better results.

Key Takeaways: 01:32 What is marketing? 02:28 The realities of marketing for small business owners 08:08 Client expectations vs reality: How to avoid overpromising 11:31 Integrating marketing across all business functions 14:36 How to deal with clients who want too much control 18:30 Setting up marketing contracts with clients 20:50 Contract reviews and renewals 23:10 How to help clients set up realistic marketing expectations 25:47 The four pillars of the CARE Factor framework 32:24 How businesses can prepare for marketing results 37:20 Elevating the marketing profession through accountability

Connect with Stevie V Brown: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevievbrown-outsourced-marketing/ Website: https://www.thechangestarter.com/ 

Resources: The Care Factor Fix’ book - https://www.thechangestarter.com/the-care-factor-fix Marketing Effectiveness Scorecard Assessment - https://quiz.thechangestarter.com/

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EP49: Overcoming the Hardest Challenges Faced by Entrepreneurs with Russ Perry, CEO of Design Pickle

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