When You Should “Fire” Bad Clients

In episode #1605, we talk about “firing” bad clients. There are many reasons to let clients go, and Neil and Eric share what has caused them to make these decisions in their businesses. Tune in to hear it all! 

TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
[00:25] Today’s topic: When You Should “Fire” Bad Clients.
[00:45] Why bad clients are not just those who are not profitable.
[00:52] Neil’s biggest red flag with clients: If they are rude to his team.
[01:35] Why scope creep is another indicator of a bad client.
[02:06] Unethical practices that Neil has fired clients over.
[02:36] Misaligned expectations and why this a reason to let clients go.
[03:17] If you decide to change agency direction, you should fire some clients.
[04:09] That’s it for today!
[04:09] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the Marketing School site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!



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When You Should “Fire” Bad Clients In episode #1605, we talk about “firing” bad clients. There are many reasons to let clients go, and Neil and Eric share what has caused them to make these decisions in their businesses. Tune in to hear it all!  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: <ul> <li>[00:25] Today’s topic: When You Should “Fire” Bad Clients.</li> <li>[00:45] Why bad clients are not just those who are not profitable.</li> <li>[00:52] Neil’s biggest red flag with clients: If they are rude to his team.</li> <li>[01:35] Why scope creep is another indicator of a bad client.</li> <li>[02:06] Unethical practices that Neil has fired clients over.</li> <li>[02:36] Misaligned expectations and why this a reason to let clients go.</li> <li>[03:17] If you decide to change agency direction, you should fire some clients.</li> <li>[04:09] That’s it for today!</li> <li>[04:09] To stay updated with events and learn more about our mastermind, go to the <a href="https://marketingschool.io/live">Marketing School</a> site for more information or call us on 310-349-3785!</li> </ul>   Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:   <a href="https://moz.com/">Moz</a>   Leave Some Feedback:     <ul> <li>What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li> </ul>     Connect with Us:    <ul> <li><a href="http://neilpatel.com">Neilpatel.com</a></li> <li>
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When You Should “Fire” Bad Clients In episode #1605, we talk about “firing” bad clients. There are many reasons to let clients go, and Neil and Eric share what has caused them to make these decisions in their businesses. Tune in to hear it...

When Should You ‘Fire’ Bad Clients? | Ep. #1605

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In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We discuss hiring marketers, agency coaching, dealing with business lulls, acquiring big clients, relationship building, and podcasting strategies.



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Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Strategic Hiring for Marketers
(00:56) Coaching and Growth Support for Agencies
(02:44) Acquiring Big Clients through Relationship Building
(13:16) Podcasting Strategies for Client Acquisition

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In this bonus episode, we give you a sneak peek into what our Agency Owners Association (AOA) hangouts look like. We discuss hiring marketers, agency coaching, dealing with business lulls, acquiring big clients, relationship building, and podcasting strategies.
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Strategic Hiring for Marketers</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:56) Coaching and Growth Support for Agencies</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(02:44) Acquiring Big Clients through Relationship Building</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(13:16) Podcasting Strategies for Client Acquisition</li>
</ul>
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
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<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Us: 
 
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<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
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In episode #2751, we discuss the importance of video content, the impact of social media on business success, the significance of traditional marketing channels, and the role of due diligence in business acquisitions.



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Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Today's topic: 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference
(01:15) 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference
(13:39) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!



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In episode #2751, we discuss the importance of video content, the impact of social media on business success, the significance of traditional marketing channels, and the role of due diligence in business acquisitions.
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Today's topic: 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference</li>
<li aria-level="1">(01:15) 30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference</li>
<li aria-level="1">(13:39) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!</li>
</ul>
 
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
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<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
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<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
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30M vs 500 Views - The One Change That Made All The Difference

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In episode #2750, we discuss the impact of AI concierge on dating and business, the implications of M&A for business growth, the rise of AI-generated podcasts, the challenges of social networking platforms, and the influence of influencers and affiliate marketing. 



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Check out more of Eric’s content (Leveling UP YT) and Neil’s videos (Neil Patel YT) 



TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
(00:00) Today's topic: AI concierge will affect dating, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI's long-term risks, & more
(01:15) AI Concierge Will Affect Dating - Implications for Business
(03:27) Perplexity's AI Generated Podcast
(04:24) OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks, less than 1 year after announcing it
(06:09) Why is swarming killing SEO
(11:31) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!



Go to https://www.marketingschool.io to learn more!



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Single Grain << Eric’s ad agency
NP Digital << Neil’s ad agency
X @neilpatel
X @ericosiu

In episode #2750, we discuss the impact of AI concierge on dating and business, the implications of M&amp;A for business growth, the rise of AI-generated podcasts, the challenges of social networking platforms, and the influence of influencers and affiliate marketing. 
 
Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTJmkA2-u7Kyblm5_P6tKdA"> YouTube</a>!
 
Check out more of Eric’s content (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/levelingupofficial/videos">Leveling UP YT</a>) and Neil’s videos (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/neilpatel/videos">Neil Patel YT</a>) 
 
TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">(00:00) Today's topic: AI concierge will affect dating, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI's long-term risks, &amp; more</li>
<li aria-level="1">(01:15) AI Concierge Will Affect Dating - Implications for Business</li>
<li aria-level="1">(03:27) Perplexity's AI Generated Podcast</li>
<li aria-level="1">(04:24) OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks, less than 1 year after announcing it</li>
<li aria-level="1">(06:09) Why is swarming killing SEO</li>
<li aria-level="1">(11:31) That’s it for today! Don’t forget to rate, review, and subscribe!</li>
</ul>
 
Go to<a href="https://www.marketingschool.io"> https://www.marketingschool.io</a> to learn more!
 
Leave Some Feedback: 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">What should we talk about next? Please let us know in the comments below</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review.</li>
</ul>
 
Connect with Us: 
 
<ul>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.singlegrain.com/?utm_source=ms-podcast&amp;utm_medium=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=podcast-notes">Single Grain</a> &lt;&lt; Eric’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://www.npdigital.com/">NP Digital</a> &lt;&lt; Neil’s ad agency</li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/neilpatel">X @neilpatel</a></li>
<li aria-level="1"><a href="https://twitter.com/ericosiu">X @ericosiu</a></li>
</ul>

AI concierge will affect dating - implications for business, Perplexity's AI-generated podcast, OpenAI dissolves team focused on long-term AI risks (less than one year after announcing it), Why swarming is killing SEO, and Ag1 spent $40m on podcasts

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/e73c998e-6e60-432f-8610-ae210140c5b1/clips/ce073a37-bf8f-41bb-ab11-b18000c7e744/transcript

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