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Agency Insights Podcast

Agency Insights Podcast

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Welcome to "Agency Insights" the podcast where we dive into the exhilarating world of digital, creative, and development agencies. Imagine a world that moves so fast, if you blink, you might miss a trend or two. That's agency life for you — a realm so unique, you'd think we're making it up as we go. And maybe we are!


Join me as I explore the strange, the vibrant, and the outright fascinating industry that is digital agency life. From the uncharted territories of creativity to the digital depths of development, we're here to unravel the mysteries one episode at a time. Through candid conversations with the wizards behind the curtains — the thinkers, the doers, and the visionaries — we'll dive into the challenges they've tackled head-on, the mountains they've climbed, and the dragons they've befriended (metaphorically speaking, of course).


Expect to hear all about the rollercoaster ride of highs and lows, the battles fought in the digital arenas, and the victories that tasted sweeter than a Friday afternoon beer. Whether it's about surviving algorithm updates that come out of nowhere, crafting campaigns that make hearts skip a beat, or navigating the labyrinth of client expectations, we're covering it all.


Our mission? To learn from the diverse experiences and ingenious strategies of various agencies, providing you with the secret sauce to drive success in your own digital endeavours. Whether you're a seasoned agency veteran, a curious newcomer, or just here for a good laugh and some insider knowledge, there's something in "Agency Chronicles" for you.


Tune in, and let's decode the digital agency world together. Who knows? You might just find the inspiration (or cautionary tale) you need to conquer your next big project. After all, in agency life, every day is an adventure — and we're here to share the map (and occasionally remind you where the traps are).


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Episodes
  • Building a Winning Team: Insights on Growing Your Digital Agency

    Building a Winning Team: Insights on Growing Your Digital Agency
    Mar 26 2024

    🎧 Excited to unveil the second episode of our insightful Agency Insights podcast! Diving deeper into the mechanics of digital agency growth, this episode sheds light on the art of assembling a powerhouse team that drives success.

    👋 In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce James Summerscales as our distinguished guest. James, whose branding and creative agency Young Bright & Grey recently celebrated the milestone of being acquired, brings over a decade of invaluable agency experience to the table.

    📈 Today, we're zoning in on Agency Growth with a special emphasis on building a winning team. James shares his journey, the lessons learned, and the strategies that propelled his agency to the forefront of the industry — a beacon for many aspiring agency leaders.

    🚀 Join us as James unravels the keys to cultivating a team that not only resonates with your agency's vision but also propels your business to new heights. Whether it's about finding the right talent, fostering a culture of innovation, or navigating the challenges of scaling up, this episode is packed with actionable insights.

    Here are show notes and key chapters:

    00:00 - Episode Introduction
    00:49 -     Your People Are More Important Than What You Offer
    03:01 - Defining The Right Roles To Grow The Agency
    08:03 - People vs Profit - Is Growth Always Better
    13:43 - Being Transparent And Supporting Your Team
    17:45 - How Agencies Change - Culture During Growth Periods
    22:57 - Hybrid Working - Impacts of Working From Home On An Agency
    27:43 - Performance Management - To Hire or Promote
    31:00 - Benefit And Rewards - Understanding What Makes Your Team Happy
    40:59 - Nurturing The New Generation - Balancing Juniors With Experienced Staff
    47:16 - Finding The Right People - Recruitment Strategies

    🎧 Make sure to subscribe to Agency Insights for the latest episodes and insights into the dynamic world of digital agencies. Loved this episode? A review from you would be fantastic and greatly appreciated!


    Thank you for joining us today, hopefully, you’ve found some value in this episode.

    If you would like to be kept up to date with future episodes, don't forget to subscribe or follow us:

    Website: www.agencyinsights.co.uk
    YouTube: www.youtube.com@agencyinsights
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/agencyinsights
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    54 mins
  • Quiet The Inner Critic: Managing That Little Voice In Our Heads

    Quiet The Inner Critic: Managing That Little Voice In Our Heads
    Feb 25 2023

    🎧 Introducing the first episode of our brand-new Agency Insights podcast! It took us a little longer than we expected to launch the show, as it turns out there is a lot more to do than we thought there would be, but we got there in the end and we're excited to finally share it with you.

    👋 Meet our first guest: Clair Heaviside, the co-founder of the multi-award-winning strategy and marketing agency, Serotonin. With over a decade of experience in the digital sector, Clair is a true veteran in the field. She was even named agency marketer of the year by Prolific North in 2022.

    🤔 The theme of this episode is all about that little voice in our heads, and how to manage it to achieve our goals and stay mentally focused and healthy.

    Here are some of the key talking points:

    00:38 - Introduction

    02:10 - Balancing Self-Criticism & Self-Reflection

    06:33 - Being Outside of Your Comfort Zone

    10:44 - Understanding & Accepting Imposter Syndrome

    13:00 - Nurturing Your Team & Paying Attention

    18:10 - Having A Business Partner & Great Peers

    22:07 - ​​Being Mature About Hustle & Wellness Culture

    28:30 - Reframing Stress & Recognising Distress

    32:41 - Getting Older & Knowing Yourself Better

    41:24 - Self-Discipline & Exercise

    45:45 - Closing Out The Show

    🚀 Join us in this episode as we explore these topics in depth and share our personal experiences and insights. We hope this episode will inspire and motivate you to take action towards your goals while staying consistent and balanced.

    🎧 Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast to get notified of new episodes and leave us a review if you enjoyed this one!


    Thank you for joining us today, hopefully, you’ve found some value in this episode.

    If you would like to be kept up to date with future episodes, don't forget to subscribe or follow us:

    Website: www.agencyinsights.co.uk
    YouTube: www.youtube.com@agencyinsights
    LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/agencyinsights
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    49 mins
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