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Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing Agencies

Jason Swenk
Agency Growth
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Growing an agency is very difficult, and you might feel unclear what to do next in order to grow and scale your agency. The Smart Agency Masterclass is a weekly podcast for agencies that are wanting to grow faster. We interview amazing guests from all over the world that have the experience of running successful businesses, and will provide you the insights you need. Our podcast is just over 3 yea... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Benton
CEO and founder of Metajive (digital agency)
Metajive
Episode: Your Agency Can't Scale Past the Role You're Stuck In with Dave Benton | Ep #901
Madison Carr
Owner of Creative Chameleon, branding for private schools
Creative Chameleon
Episode: Staying Small Is a Strategy with Madison Carr | Ep #900
Matt Nelson
Owner of First Tracks Marketing, D2C/e-commerce and website design specialist
First Tracks Marketing
Episode: The CEO Trap: Why Founders Either Check Out or Can't Let Go with Matt Nelson | Ep #899
Brandon Harrar
Founder and Creative Director at Hrvst
Hrvst
Episode: The Invisible Ceiling Most Agency Owners Never See Coming with Brandon Harrar | Ep #898
Ted Harrison
CEO and founder of Neuemotion
Neuemotion
Episode: How to Build an Agency That Doesn't Depend on You with Ted Harrison | Ep #897
Azim Nagree
Head of M&A Origination for Herringbone Digital
Herringbone Digital
Episode: Why Most Agency Acquisitions Fall Apart (And What Buyers Actually Want) with Azim Nagree | Ep #896
Jonathan David Lewis
President at McKee Wallwork
McKee Wallwork
Episode: The Identity Crisis Killing Agencies (And How to Rebuild Before It's Too Late) With Jonathan Lewis | Ep #895
Chris Seminatore
Founder of Get Geofencing; geofence marketing and advertising specialist
Get Geofencing
Episode: Why Hiring Without Systems Multiplies the Chaos with Chris Seminatore | Ep #894
Matt Kovacs
President of Blaze PR, lifestyle agency leader
Blaze PR
Episode: Why Your Agency Can't Scale Until You Stop Being the Doer with Matt Kovacs | Ep #893

Host

Jason Swenk
Host of the Smart Agency Masterclass

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Jason Swenk is a powerhouse of insights for digital agency owners. With actionable tips and inspiring guest stories, it’s perfect for those looking to scale their businesses and lead with confidence. A must-listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Inneraction Media
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful Podcast

    In this podcast episode, Nathan Hirsch, founder and CEO of FreeeUp.com, joins the discussion on the strategic use of freelancers to grow your agency. The episode covers essential topics such as the right time to bring on freelancers, the importance of outsourcing to reclaim your time, and turning weaknesses into strengths by hiring experts. Nathan shares actionable tips on finding and onboarding reliable freelancers, advocating for platforms like FreeeUp.com that vet and train candidates to save... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cristan Rex
    Philippines2 years ago
  • Dense and no-BS

    Every time I listen to this podcast, I get a small nugget of applicable knowledge that I can use to grow my agency. Thank you Jason!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mony Chhim
    France3 years ago
  • Love the podcasts!

    Love your podcasts! Your latest episode's focus on building a client-centric culture and prioritizing client care for long-term satisfaction and loyalty is fantastic! Great insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mezar C
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Must listen

    Jason brings so many thought provoking insight on growing a business! He and his guests offer so much to all listeners!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adarcus
    United States4 years ago

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Jason Swenk delivers practical, actionable insights for agency owners and leaders.
Guests bring diverse, relevant expertise that translates into real growth strategies.

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The Invisible Ceiling Most Agency Owners Never See Coming with Brandon Harrar | Ep #898
Q: How do you balance growth with maintaining a manageable team size and culture?
I purposefully keep the team lean—about 12 to 15 people—and focus on scalable systems and clear roles. I prefer helping people grow into leadership rather than expanding headcount for its own sake, and I emphasize ownership and documented processes to keep everyone aligned.
The CEO Trap: Why Founders Either Check Out or Can't Let Go with Matt Nelson | Ep #899
Q: Tell us who you are, what you do.
Matt Nelson describes himself as the owner of First Tracks Marketing, focusing on e-commerce, website design, development, and online marketing with an emphasis on transparency and adaptability across industries.
The Identity Crisis Killing Agencies (And How to Rebuild Before It's Too Late) With Jonathan Lewis | Ep #895
Q: Who is your ICP?
We have shifted from targeting CMOs to CEOs, adopting a broader, horizontally positioned approach to serve a wider set of decision-makers.
Why Your Agency Can't Scale Until You Stop Being the Doer with Matt Kovacs | Ep #893
Q: How are you staying ahead with AI in your agency?
The agency embraces AI with guardrails and team reviews; AI is used to support reviews and planning, not replace human judgment, and is communicated to clients as part of education and risk management.
Why Your Agency Can't Scale Until You Stop Being the Doer with Matt Kovacs | Ep #893
Q: What moment in your career signified a shift in your role?
The shift happened after several years, when leadership allowed more focus on staff development, hiring, mentoring, and business development, enabling the founder to step back from day-to-day delivery and push the agency toward larger, more strategic work.

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This show concentrates on growing and scaling marketing and digital agency businesses, with frequent focus on pricing strategies, AI adoption, niche shifts, client management, and operational systems that enable growth without burnout. Guests tend to be agency founders, CEOs, or senior leaders who share practical, battle-tested tactics for expanding revenue, improving margins, and delivering standout client value. A standout pattern is the blend of strategic framing (pricing, differentiation, exit planning) with hands-on execution (team structure, AI tooling, processes) that listeners can apply to their own agencies. A notable strength is the willingness to address tough topics head-on (pricing discipline, workload balance, and AI implicati... more

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