Big Growth Show

Want to build a self-sufficient agency business with scalable systems and A-player teams? Apply for a Strategy Call: https://www.biggrowthgroup.com/strategy-callAbout the episode:What does it really take to scale an agency beyond $1 or even 5M? In this episode, Simon Penson (a multi-exit B2B founder) returns to unpack what breaks at mid-size, how to hire true leadership, and why consultative thinking, not more headcount is the key to sustainable growth. We also dive into M&A strategy, valuation tips, and the operational traps that stall most agencies. 🔗 Connect with Simon Penson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonpenson/🔗 Connect with Romans Ivanovs: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/
 
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👉 Free Download - How to get Wiehan's Agency Health Score Sheet:1. Watch Wiehan explaining the Health Score Sheet here: https://www.loom.com/share/4b891c4773ed48c9ba83662d188d505a?sid=82ac63c4-9b9a-4430-ab0d-47c1306cbb31
2. If you want the score sheet, just DM Romans the word “Score” and he’ll send it over: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/__________
Want to build a self-sufficient agency business with scalable systems and A-player teams?Apply for a Strategy Call: https://www.biggrowthgroup.com/strategy-call In this episode, we sit down with Wiehan Britz, CEO of Magnet Monster - one of the most respected eCommerce email & SMS marketing agencies in the game. Wiehan shares the brutally honest journey from COO chaos to leading the agency as CEO.We dive deep into the mistakes, system failures and hard-won lessons that shaped how Magnet Monster operates today.🔗 Connect with Wiehan https://www.linkedin.com/in/wiehan-britz/🔗 Connect with Kristina https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinaradeva/

Want to break free from operations and scale past $1M? Apply for a strategy call: https://calendar.app.google/jxrPrk3McpmcnedTA
An agency mastermind retreat with Nigel: https://event.davidtogoliath.com/
 
Nigel Thomas, ex-CEO of a 7-figure marketing agency, reveals why agencies under $1M stay stuck by playing it safe. Discover his unconventional take on mindset shifts and why "losing your mind" might unlock your next breakthrough.🔗 Connect with Romans Ivanovs: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/🔗 Connect with Nigel Thomas: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nigelthomas-ai/Visit our website: https://www.biggrowthgroup.com/

“We’re a 7-figure agency!” – but when you peek under the hood, the truth is shocking...Most agencies are stuck in a cycle of chasing revenue, ignoring profit and burning out. But the truth is, scaling doesn’t mean growing at all costs – it means growing smarter, leaner and more profitably. This week we'll sit down with Valentin Kuznetcov our Financial Consultant to get real about why so many agencies struggle to scale sustainably.________Want to break free from operations and scale more easily and strategically? Apply for Strategy Consultation here: https://www.biggrowthgroup.com/strategy-call_________ 🔗 Connect with Valentin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/youroptimizator/
🔗 Connect with Romans: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/
 

Join me as I sit down with Calvin Hamilton to discuss his journey from working for Gary Vee to selling his agency to Ryan Serhant at just 24. We dive into his early days on YouTube, lessons learned at VaynerMedia, building Engineer Influence, and transitioning to SaaS. Packed with actionable insights for agency owners and aspiring entrepreneurs!__________Are you an agency founder? Want to break free from operations and scale  more easily and strategically? Apply for Strategy Consultation here: https://calendar.app.google/xKXV7ZNjKGsVWzTP8__________🔗 Connect with Calvinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/calvinhamilton/https://x.com/rezy_io
 
🔗 Connect with Romans
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/
https://x.com/rjivanovs
 

We sat down for a no-holds-barred conversation with Ryan McNamara, a Head of Operations at Rise at Seven | Search-First Creative Agency - a global powerhouse in search and creative PR (with offices in London, Manchester, Sheffield & New York,) to break down why most agencies fail to scale.We’ll also talk about:→ If you’re aiming for 100% utilisation, you’re one client issue away from disaster.→ If your team turnover is sky-high, it’s not bad hires - it’s you.→ Breaking things is part of growth (Deal With It).→ Fully remote agencies may be at a disadvantage when it comes to building real, resilient teams.→ How to build a culture on behaviours, accountability and clarity - not perks or promises.→ What’s next for Rise at Seven (and why most agencies won't catch up)Are you an agency founder? Want to break free from operations and scale past $1M more easily and strategically? Apply for Strategy Consultation here: https://calendar.app.google/5fpYAUgQ7xSvh5tG6🔗 Connect with Ryan https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanfmc/🔗 Connect with Romanhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/rjivanovs/https://x.com/rjivanovshttps://www.instagram.com/romans.ivanovs/🔗 Connect with Kristinahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristinaradeva/

Join us as Simon Penson, who built and sold his agency for £30M+, reveals the hard truths about scaling, exiting, and why traditional growth advice often fails. Simon shares key lessons from his journey and offers practical advice for agency owners aiming for similar success.About Simon:
Built and exited one of the UK’s largest performance media agencies, with the group selling for over 30mn pounds.
More recently a chair, NED and agency growth consultant.
Partner at an early-stage tech venture capital firm.
Are you an agency founder? Want to break free from operations and scale past $1M more easily and strategically?Apply for Strategy Consultation here: https://calendar.app.google/r2qzAtt9W...
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I sat down with Adam Kitchen, co-founder of Elite Klaviyo Agency, Magnet Monster. 
About Adam:

Started his entrepreneurial path with a £1,000 overdraft
Grew to £1.5 million in annual revenue within five years.
Worked with 150+ DTC brands including big shots such as BodyBuilding, Waterdrop, Wild, Spotlight Oral Care and more.
Now building his second agency Content Army.
We’ll discuss how to:
Build a self-sustainable agency business
Replace yourself with a CEO
Build a high-performance team
Build an industry-recognised personal brand
Want to grow and scale your agency? Apply for Agency Audit.
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