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Agency Giants

Agency Giants

Written by: Jordan Platten
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Welcome to Agency Giants, the podcast that delves into the minds of the world's top 1% agency owners. Join us as we explore the secrets behind their remarkable success and gain invaluable insights from their unique journeys.

Hosted by Jordan Platten, an industry-leading UK Youtuber and agency owner who has generated over $100 million in return on investment for a diverse variety of brands around the globe.

Each episode of the podcast features in-depth conversations with visionary agency owners who have achieved unparalleled heights in their respective fields. From digital marketing to advertising, branding to PR, we cover a diverse range of agency specialties, ensuring a wealth of knowledge and inspiration for all listeners.


Through engaging discussions, we uncover the strategies, philosophies, and innovative approaches that set these exceptional entrepreneurs apart. How did they overcome obstacles and build their agencies from the ground up? What bold decisions propelled their growth? What lessons did they learn along the way? Find out as we delve into their triumphs, failures, and everything in between.


The Agency Giants podcast goes beyond surface-level success stories. We explore the nuances of scaling agencies, managing teams, nurturing client relationships, and staying ahead of industry trends. Whether you're an aspiring agency owner, a seasoned professional seeking fresh perspectives, or simply curious about the inner workings of top-performing agencies, this podcast offers the actionable insights you crave.


Join us on this captivating journey as we unlock the strategies that drive the world's most successful agencies. Discover firsthand how these extraordinary leaders are shaping the future of the industry and learn how you can apply their wisdom to your own entrepreneurial endeavors.


If you're ready to challenge the status quo and gain a competitive edge in the world of agencies, subscribe to Agency Giants and prepare to be inspired. Get ready to unleash your potential, elevate your business acumen, and unlock the secrets to agency success with the remarkable individuals who are reshaping the industry, one groundbreaking idea at a time.


So, whether you're commuting, working out, or enjoying a moment of quiet reflection, tune in to Agency Giants and immerse yourself in the captivating stories of those who have conquered the world of agencies and are ready to share their invaluable insights with you.

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Episodes
  • How I Made $1.8M In My First Year Running an SEO Agency | Carrie Rose | #28

    How I Made $1.8M In My First Year Running an SEO Agency | Carrie Rose | #28
    Jan 17 2026

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    The Agency Giants Podcast - Episode 28 (Carrie Rose)
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    Most agencies spend their first year struggling to hit $100k...

    Carrie Rose scaled to $1.8M in 12 months!

    In our latest episode of Agency Giants, you'll discover:

    • How she grew 6x faster than her target by focusing forward instead of looking backwards

    • The exact gap she found in the SEO market that nobody else was implementing

    • The simple partnership model that drove insane growth

    • The "winner mentality" principle that transformed her team

    This one's packed with gold for agency owners ready to scale!

    Carrie’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrieroseballoch/
    Rise at Seven: https://riseatseven.com/
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    Get your next 10 clients, guaranteed 👉 https://www.affluent.academy/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=agencypod&utm_term=interview&utm_content=813d
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    FREE Agency Owners Community: https://www.skool.com/agencyowners
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    🎧 Stream on your favorite audio platform:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-agency-podcast/id1755717870
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jmr989Mkl4EJQ6AyAzJfE
    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/64e31809-88d4-43a3-b2e3-e59caf73aec4/the-agency-podcast
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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@agencygiants
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    00:00 From $0 to $1.8M in Year One: The Rise at Seven Story
    08:30 Finding the Gap: Creativity Meets SEO & Digital PR
    17:45 Building Confidence Through Partnership & Investment
    25:00 Mastering Sales: Learning to Close at 100% Success Rate
    35:15 The Apprentice Journey & Turning Down Lord Sugar
    42:30 Scaling Strategy: Growing from 8 to 70+ Team Members
    52:45 Client Acquisition: The Power of Personal Branding & Content
    1:02:00 Managing Creative Teams & Avoiding Micromanagement
    1:12:30 Pricing Strategy: Moving Upmarket & Premium Positioning
    1:22:45 Work-Life Balance: Setting Boundaries as a Founder
    1:35:00 Rapid Fire: IKEA Dreams, Mental Health & Winner Mentality
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • How I Sold My Influencer Marketing Agency At Just 24 | Suhit Amin | #27

    How I Sold My Influencer Marketing Agency At Just 24 | Suhit Amin | #27
    Dec 17 2025

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    The Agency Giants Podcast - Episode 27 (Suhit Amin)
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    Suhit's IG: https://www.instagram.com/suhitamin/?hl=en
    Saulderson: https://saulderson.com/
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    Get your next 10 clients, guaranteed 👉 https://www.affluent.academy/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=agencypod&utm_term=interview&utm_content=812d
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    FREE Agency Owners Community: https://www.skool.com/agencyowners
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    🎧 Stream on your favorite audio platform:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-agency-podcast/id1755717870
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jmr989Mkl4EJQ6AyAzJfE
    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/64e31809-88d4-43a3-b2e3-e59caf73aec4/the-agency-podcast
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    Follow us on all platforms:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@agencygiants
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    00:00 The Unconventional Path to Success
    08:45 Gaming's Hidden Entrepreneurial Lessons
    17:30 Building Without a Blueprint
    26:15 The Influencer Marketing Goldmine
    35:00 When Clients Pay Six Figures
    43:20 The Acquisition Nobody Expected
    52:10 What Makes Agencies Valuable
    1:01:45 Resilience Through Adversity
    1:10:30 The Next Chapter Begins
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • From $10k to $100k+/mo With an AI Lead Generation Agency | Nico Ciraolo | #26

    From $10k to $100k+/mo With an AI Lead Generation Agency | Nico Ciraolo | #26
    Dec 1 2025

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    The Agency Giants Podcast - Episode 26 (Nico Ciraolo)
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    Most think scaling above $100k a month means adding more services, hiring massive teams, & saying yes to every opportunity...

    But Nico did the opposite.

    He focused on one thing & did so much volume it would be unreasonable not to succeed.

    The result? £2.2 million in client revenue last quarter.

    In this week's episode of Agency Giants, Nico breaks down how hyper-focus & building unstoppable demand allowed him to disrupt an entire industry & cherry-pick his dream clients.

    Nico's IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicociraolo/?hl=en
    Dentology: https://dentology.ai/
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    Get your next 10 clients, guaranteed 👉 https://www.affluent.academy/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=agencypod&utm_term=interview&utm_content=811d
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    FREE Agency Owners Community: https://www.skool.com/agencyowners
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    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdO5xp5occOyeEZ2GCD21gqDKLz8Z8-Ak
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    🎧 Stream on your favorite audio platform:

    Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-agency-podcast/id1755717870
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0jmr989Mkl4EJQ6AyAzJfE
    Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/64e31809-88d4-43a3-b2e3-e59caf73aec4/the-agency-podcast
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    Follow us on all platforms:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agencygiantspodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@agencygiants
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    00:00 The Secret to Rapid Agency Growth
    03:40 Why Nico Started an Agency for Dental Practices
    14:43 Building Integrated Systems: Ads, Creative, CRM & Lead Conversion
    22:30 Niche vs Horizontal Scaling
    28:45 From £300 Clients to £2.2M Quarter
    35:20 Content Production Strategy: In-House Teams & Client Collaboration
    42:15 Client Acquisition Methods: Outbound, Inbound & Reputation Building
    48:30 The Power of Volume
    55:10 Team Building & Scaling: Hiring, Training & Managing Growth
    01:00:45 AI Integration: Efficiency Gains & Future of Agency Operations
    01:09:34 Final Advice for Stuck Agencies: Building Pipeline & Demand Generation
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    1 hr and 10 mins
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