In-Depth Success Stories

Our case studies offer a deep dive into the real-world impact we’ve had on agencies just like yours.  Each case study highlights the unique challenges faced by our clients, the strategies we implemented, and the measurable results that followed.

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How Cutting 75% of His Clients Created Clarity

Real Estate Media
Video Agency
Offer
Client Acquisition
Hiring

Ian Gaty’s media agency in Milwaukee started as a real estate photography and videography business, servicing over 550 clients. Despite the volume, he and his partner were stuck in a chaotic grind with no clear direction.

Before
  • Overwhelmed by a high client volume without strategic clarity.
  • Lacking confidence in decisions and next steps.
  • Feeling lost and uncertain in how to scale the business and improve client services.
  • Struggled to find personalized guidance that aligned with their growth goals.
After

By cutting 75% of their clients, they focused on a more sustainable content management service. This transition led to greater clarity, increased revenue (3x growth to $60k/month), and improved client service delivery. Ian’s agency now operates with fewer clients but more predictable, high-ticket results, leading to a higher-quality business model.

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$50k+

How Jordan CRUSHED $10k in 90 Days

Video Agency
Social Media Management
Offer
Client Acquisition
Hiring

Jordan, co-founder of Forward Marketing, started his agency with no clear direction or systems. He was fresh from selling a recording studio and had no coach, no solid offer, and was overwhelmed trying to do everything himself.

Before
  • Struggling with the glorified freelancer mindset, offering a wide range of services but lacking clarity.
  • Overworked and underpaid, spending countless hours on tasks that weren’t scalable.
  • Lacking a clear system for acquiring clients and fulfilling services efficiently.
  • Burnout from juggling everything himself, with no scalable process or team in place.
After
  • Simplified his offer and created a repeatable, scalable, and profitable system for delivering content.
  • Implemented systems for client acquisition, fulfillment, and talent acquisition, allowing him to grow without burning out.
  • Grew from one client to five ongoing retainers, hitting his first $10,000 month in just four months.
  • Hired and trained a video editor using a proven process, enabling him to focus on growth while maintaining quality.
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0-$10k

Doubling His Business in 3 Months going from Freelancer to Agency Owner

Video Agency
Offer

Chase was a freelance videographer working solo, managing all aspects of his projects, from shooting to editing and sales. He struggled with being a one-man show, feeling overwhelmed by his limited capacity and unable to break through to the next level of growth.

Before
  • Stuck as a freelancer, juggling multiple roles without a clear system.  
  • Limited to just two clients due to lack of time and capacity.  
  • Struggled to scale his business despite trying books and videos.  
  • Unsure how to grow beyond being a solo freelancer, with no systems or team
After
  • Doubled his business in 3 months, going from $5k to $10k in monthly revenue.  
  • Expanded his team to five part-time editors, delegating work effectively.  
  • Implemented systems and processes (via Notion), freeing up time and simplifying project management.  
  • Gained the confidence and clarity to scale further, with consistent retainer clients and a more streamlined business model.
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0-$10k

Gabe DOUBLED His Real Estate Media Agency Doing THIS...

Video Agency
Social Media Management
Real Estate Media
Offer
Systems

Gabe, running a real estate media agency in Phoenix, Arizona, was overwhelmed by managing his business, struggling with disorganized systems, and balancing short-term projects and retainers. Gabe and his business partner were seeking a coach to help them streamline their operations and grow sustainably.

Before
  • Chaotic CRM and scattered workflows leading to inefficiency
  • Reliance on inconsistent real estate listings due to market fluctuations
  • Lack of clear offers and strategy for securing retainer clients
  • Overwhelm from balancing short-form video creation and project fulfillment
After
  • Introduced to Notion, which completely transformed their workflow by organizing CRMs, SOPs, and automating processes, saving them time and eliminating confusion
  • Shifted focus to securing high-value retainer clients, growing from $6-7k in monthly retainers to $13k, providing stability even during market downturns
  • Streamlined offer creation and sales processes, leading to more strategic calls and closing more deals, including several retainers
  • Positioned themselves to scale further by delegating tasks, hiring additional team members, and setting clear growth targets for the next six months to achieve $50-100k months
  • Gabe's transformation is proof that systematizing operations and focusing on high-value retainers is key to scaling a real estate media agency!
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$10k-$50k

How This 18-Year-Old Built a 50K/Month Business While in School!

Social Media Management
Client Acquisition
Hiring
Lead Gen
Offer

Owen, an 18-year-old high school student, wanted to scale his agency but lacked direction and consistency. He was in "Yes Man" mode, taking on any work and juggling various client requests without a structured offer.

Before
  • Inconsistent projects with varied pricing and lack of scalability.
  • Constantly working in the day-to-day tasks without a clear business strategy.
  • Needed mentorship and systems to transition from freelancer to a true agency owner and business operator.
  • After
  • Built a clear, scalable offer for his agency
  • Implemented proven systems to streamline operations
  • Cultivated a strategic, CEO-level mindset
  • Achieved $50K in monthly revenue while still in school
  • Grew his team to handle more clients and projects
  • Freed up time to focus on high-level business strategies
  • Positioned himself as a true business owner, setting a strong foundation for reaching a seven-figure revenue
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    $10k-$50k

    How This Freelancer Went From $1k to $15k in 4 Weeks (CASE STUDY)

    Social Media Management
    Lead Gen
    Offer
    Systems
    Video Agency

    Giuliana was overwhelmed, making only $1,750 per month with no organization, systems, or clear process to attract and serve clients effectively. She struggled with inconsistent lead generation and was stuck in a cycle of unstructured outreach tactics.

    Before
    • Lack of Organization & Systems: Her business operated like a chaotic freelance hustle, with no scalable structure or pricing strategy.
    • Client Acquisition Struggles: She relied on sporadic cold DMs and inconsistent outreach, yielding non-ideal, low-value clients who undervalued her expertise.
    • Pricing & Confidence Issues: Low rates and a "yes-to-everything" mentality led to clients treating her as an employee rather than a consultant, eroding her confidence and draining her energy.
    After
    • Implemented Agency U’s proven systems and Authority Funnel
    • Achieved a massive income boost from $1,750 to over $14,300 in one month
    • Restructured her offer to be clear and outcome-driven
    • Standardized pricing to attract high-value clients
    • Shifted focus to ideal clients, gaining respect and recognition as an expert
    • Developed predictable and scalable lead generation processes
    • Now scaling confidently with robust support and efficient systems
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    0-$10k

    How Max's Content Agency Makes Podcast Go Viral

    Video Agency
    Offer
    Social Media Management
    Hiring
    Systems

    Max, a college student and new agency owner, launched "Podfluence," a content agency focused on cutting up long-form podcast videos into short clips. He lacked systems, a clear offer, and struggled with inconsistency while balancing school and agency work.

    Before
    • Inconsistent income ($4-5k/month) from one-off jobs  
    • Lack of a clear, unique offer; doing too many different tasks for various clients
    • No sales process, contracts, or onboarding, leading to late payments and client retention issues
    • Felt like a glorified freelancer, unable to scale due to lack of systems and niche focus
    After
    • Created a game-changing offer focused on strategically cutting podcast clips to stage viral moments, driving podcast growth
    • Built systems, including contracts, onboarding, and clear processes, leading to more consistent revenue ($15k/month)
    • Positioned himself as a strategist, not just a video editor, gaining client trust and securing long-term retainers
    • Transitioned from chaotic freelancer to a well-organized agency CEO with a clear vision for future growth
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    0-$10k

    Justin was a confused freelancer to having clarity with $40k/mo running a team (CASE STUDY)

    Social Media Management
    Client Acquisition
    Systems
    Video Agency
    Offer

    Justin and his wife were running a creative agency in Australia, but their daily reality was marked by confusion and uncertainty. They constantly questioned whether they were doing things right, struggling with unpredictable revenue and sporadic client leads. The stress of "feast and famine" left them feeling vulnerable and overwhelmed, knowing they could lose clients at any moment due to the tight profit margins in the restaurant industry. The anxiety of not having a clear value proposition for their services kept them awake at night, making it difficult to envision a stable future.

    Before
  • Constantly questioning if they were pricing their services correctly, leading to anxiety about potential losses.
  • A relentless cycle of feast and famine, making financial stability feel impossible.
  • Fear of losing clients due to tight budgets, leading to feelings of insecurity in their offerings.
  • The burden of doing everything themselves without a support system, resulting in burnout and stress.
  • A lack of clarity around their value proposition, making it hard to attract consistent leads.
  • After
  • Transitioned from sporadic income of $5-15k/month to consistently generating $40k/month.
  • Built a cohesive team of four, transforming their agency into a well-organized operation.
  • Developed a clear, compelling service offer that resonated with clients and drove revenue.
  • Established efficient systems and processes, allowing them to focus on growth rather than day-to-day chaos.
  • Gained invaluable insights and support, leading to securing high-value contracts, including a $70k deal with a major entrepreneur.
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    $10k-$50k

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