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The Deep Specialization™ Podcast

Everyone knows the power of focus in business, but not everyone knows how to do it well. On this show, you"ll hear from 7, 8, and 9-figure founders and executives who"ve been wildly successful by taking a vertical or multi-vertical approach to growing their business.You"ll hear stories about how they started, what they did to grow their business and ultimately what made them a success. If you"re thinking about focusing your business on one or more verticals, this show is for you.

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48:43

Agency Operations Simplified: Systems, Scaling, and...

The Deep Specialization™ Podcast ·

2025/04/30

Join Corey Quinn and Alyson Caffrey—Operations Strategist & Founder of Operations Agency—to uncover the systems and strategies that fuel sustainable agency growth. Known for helping founders escape the chaos of day-to-day operations, Alyson has spent the past 8 years streamlining backend ops for agencies, small and large.Together, they dive into the operational foundations every agency needs: from lead generation and fulfillment systems to time tracking, delegation, and performance

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38:51

How to Sell or Buy a Digital Agency the Right Way

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2025/04/23

Join Corey Quinn and Azim Nagree—Head of M&A at Herringbone Digital—as they unpack the M&A process for digital agencies looking to scale, exit, or acquire. Azim shares what acquirers really look for, why specialization boosts valuation, and how to prepare your agency for a successful acquisition or exit.With deep expertise in scaling revenue engines and improving retention, Azim offers actionable insights on due diligence, financing options, and communicating with clients and

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45:52

Innovation Essentials for Digital Agencies in 2025 |...

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2025/04/16

What would happen if you allocated at least 5% of your agency’s revenue to innovation? Join Corey Quinn as he chats with Jon Morris—CEO/Chairman of Fiscal Advocate—about the essential role of innovation in scaling digital agencies. Drawing from his success building and advising high-growth firms, Jon shares how agencies can stay competitive by prioritizing innovation, defining their ideal client, and allocating resources wisely—even on a tight budget.From AI and client experience to

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39:45

AI, Value, and Vertical Focus: The New Agency Growth...

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2025/04/09

Join Corey Quinn and Nick Petroski, Founder of Promethean Research, as they dive into the 2025 Digital Agency Report. Discover key trends shaping agency growth—from specialization and service expansion to AI integration and value-based pricing. Packed with data-driven insights, this episode explores how agencies can navigate economic shifts, staffing changes, and increasing sales complexity to stay competitive and profitable in a rapidly evolving landscape.Promethean Research is the

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38:11

The AI Advantage: How Agencies Can Work Less &...

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2025/04/02

Wondering how AI can help your agency boost efficiency, streamline operations, and scale smarter? In this episode, Corey Quinn welcomes Khushbu Doshi, Chief Operating Officer at E2M Solutions, to explore the real impact of AI on agency growth. You’ll learn E2M’s proven approach to white label services and how agencies can leverage AI to automate tasks, enhance productivity, and empower teams.They also address ethical concerns around AI and data safety, as well as E2M’s new Fractional AI

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14:18

Product-Led vs. Sales-Led: Which Model is Right For...

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2025/03/26

Product-Led vs. Sales-Led Growth: Which model is right for your agency?In this episode, Corey breaks down the key differences between product-led growth (PLG) and sales-led growth (SLG) for agencies. Learn how each approach impacts scaling, client acquisition, and long-term success—and why specialization is the secret to standing out in a crowded market. Whether you're building self-serve solutions or relying on high-touch sales, this conversation will help you choose the best strategy for

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43:18

Beyond Giftology: Maximizing Your Return on...

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2025/03/19

In this episode, Corey Quinn is joined by Sara Hardwick, Community Relationship Specialist at the Giftology Group, to discuss the powerful principles from John Ruhlin's new book, "Beyond Giftology." Sara shares insights on building strategic relationships that drive business growth and how to create systems that turn connections into powerful referral sources.Episode Highlights: The Power of ROR (Return on Relationship): Learn how investing in relationships can take your business places

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45:46

Calm the Chaos: Mastering Agency Leadership | Karl Sakas

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2025/03/12

Are you constantly putting out fires in your agency instead of strategically growing it? In this episode of the Deep Specialization podcast, Corey Quinn welcomes Karl Sakas, known as "the agency therapist" who helps agency owners work less, earn more, and reward their best team members. Karl discusses his new book, "Calm the Chaos: 10 Ways to Run a Better Agency," which offers practical strategies for agency leaders looking to create better work environments, improve team morale, and

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40:47

From Side Hustle to Sold: Scaling with Conversion...

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2025/03/05

In this episode of Deep Specialization, host Corey Quinn sits down with Ned McPherson, Chief Growth Officer at Power Digital and founder of Endrock Growth and Analytics. Ned shares how he turned a side hustle into a 120-employee agency, scaled it organically through conversion rate optimization (CRO), and sold it to a private equity-backed firm in just four years.Discover the secrets to his rapid growth—zero salespeople, 100% referrals, and a laser focus on delivering results. Ned also

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51:47

3 Secrets to Sustainable Agency Growth: Hiring,...

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2025/02/26

Struggling to scale your agency and get ahead of your competition? In this episode, Corey welcomes Jacob Baadsgaard, Founder and CEO of Disruptive Advertising and Disruptive University, to break down his strategies for building and scaling a high-performing marketing agency.Jake shares how a strong sales strategy, smarter hiring practices, and a greater focus on clients helped Disruptive Advertising become a leading agency in the marketing world. Stop wasting your budget on strategies that

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52:00

From Phone Book to Fortune: How Brandon Wheeler...

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2025/02/19

In this episode, Corey chats with Brandon Wheeler, Founder/President at Marketing Six, about how he helped build Scorpion into a dominant force in legal marketing before stepping away to forge his own path. Brandon shares the lessons he learned scaling a niche agency, the challenges of hiring and leading a sales team, and the strategies that drive long-term client relationships. He also opens up about balancing work and family and why true success goes beyond financial gain.If you want to

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49:52

Building a Burnout-Proof Agency That Can Scale w/...

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2025/02/12

Sick of burning out with little growth to show for it? In this episode, Corey welcomes Steve Guberman, an agency coach and Founder of Agency Outsight, to find out what it takes to build and scale a sustainable, thriving agency without burning out. Steve shares wisdom from his journey through the agency world and the hard-earned lessons that shaped his approach to leadership, specialization, and long-term success.From niching down to leveraging AI and mastering delegation, Steve breaks down

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50:22

How Niching Down Scaled This Agency to 700+ Clients

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2025/01/31

In this episode, Corey chats with Stephen Reinstein, Founder & CEO of Market Muscles, about how he scaled his niche web design agency to serve 700+ martial arts and dance studios. Stephen reveals how he built a customer-centric product tailored to his industry and the strategies behind his success—from leveraging trade shows and joint ventures to hiring for empathy and creating a standout sales experience.If you want to grow a deeply specialized agency and build a product clients love,

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17:19

What Agency Owners Need to Know in 2025

The Deep Specialization™ Podcast ·

2025/01/15

Over the years, The Deep SpecializationTM Podcast has featured incredible guests and groundbreaking strategies that have helped thousands of agency owners niche down, specialize, and scale their businesses. Today, we’re showcasing the best of the best—the 3 most popular episodes of all time!These episodes deeply resonated with our audience, delivering timeless insights and actionable advice for agency owners looking to stand out in their industry. This episode is perfect for agency owners,

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36:50

The Evolution of Agency M&A: Why Specialists Command...

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2025/01/08

In this episode, Corey speaks with Todd Taskey, an investment banker with over 20 years of experience specializing in agency M&A transactions. Todd shares invaluable insights about how modern agency transactions work and why vertical specialization can lead to better valuations and opportunities.Episode Highlights: Why traditional "exit and earn-out" deals are being replaced How vertical specialists often command more attention from buyers than generalist agencies The critical metrics

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46:49

Building a $20M Agency Through SEO Specialization w/...

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2024/12/23

Struggling to scale your vertically positioned digital marketing agency? Finding it hard to stand out in a crowded market and attract premium clients? There’s a better way to grow your business - and it starts with building a strong foundation of leadership, culture, and strategy.Join Corey Quinn as he sits down with Jason Hennessey, renowned SEO expert and Founder/CEO of Hennessey Digital, to uncover the secrets to building a thriving agency that stands the test of time. With years of

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8:01

The Deep Specialization™ Maturity Model

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2024/12/18

Feeling invisible in your agency’s market? Settling for revenue that’s merely “good enough”? Sadly, too many agencies are operating at the lowest level of revenue certainty, but not for long…In this episode, Corey reveals the Deep Specialization™Maturity Model - a diagnostic tool and roadmap helping agency owners like you understand where they are, where they could be, and what it takes to become the go-to expert in your niche. Just like Apple didn’t stop with the iPod, “good enough” is

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37:11

From Generalist to Authority: Using Storytelling to...

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2024/12/11

Are your agency's sales presentations putting prospects to sleep? Tired of competing on features, case studies, and pricing? There's a better way to win clients and command premium rates - and it starts with mastering the art of strategic storytelling.Join us as Corey welcomes Philipp Humm, Founder of Power of Storytelling and 2x bestselling author, who has helped agencies like yours transform their pitch process through narrative techniques that resonate deeply with decision-makers. As

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55:23

From Dojo to Digital Empire: An Agency Growth Story

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2024/12/04

How do you turn decades of passion into a thriving business that dominates a niche?In this episode, Corey sits down with Cris Rodriguez, Founder and Visionary of Grow Pro Agency, to unpack her transformation from martial artist school owner to digital marketing powerhouse. Serving over 450 martial arts schools across the U.S., Cris reveals how her agency carved out a competitive edge through witty strategy, results-driven marketing, and an all-American team. Cris doesn’t hold back as she

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30:40

3 Steps to Choosing a Vertical Market

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2024/11/27

How can narrowing your focus open the door to big opportunities?In this episode, Corey unpacks the transformative power of specialization and why choosing the right vertical market is key to agency success. He shares a simple 3-step framework to identify the perfect niche: tapping into your expertise, following your genuine interests, and analyzing the market for growth potential. Along the way, Corey sheds light on common mistakes to avoid when niching down, like targeting a market that’s

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