How I Bought An Agency For $2 That Led to 8 Figures

Need marketing help? Visit: https://www.singlegrain.com/  Want to scale your agency? Join our AOA: https://marketingschool.io/agency  Ready to boost your marketing with weekly tips? Join 15,100+ subscribers: https://levelingup.beehiiv.com/subscribe  – Ali Abdaal, a former doctor turned YouTuber, interviews Eric in this episode. Eric Siu shares his journey of building a successful marketing agency and provides insights on starting and scaling a marketing agency. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/BkO8DHQS9lI  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Building a Successful Marketing Agency (06:36) Starting a Marketing Agency: Process and Skills (13:50) Scaling a Marketing Agency: From Solo Business to Team (16:01) The Importance of Doing Good Work for Lead Generation (23:03) Finding What Feels Right (26:49) The Power of Focus (30:26) Mentorship and Teaching (39:45) Networking and Making Connections (43:33) Hosting Events and Retreats (45:30) Prioritizing Health Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

For this week’s episode, Bryan Johnson, the “world’s most measured man”, shares his health experiments, gene therapy, and the power laws of health. He also discusses his insights on measuring health metrics, prioritizing interventions, the importance of evidence-based health practices, the concept of 'don't die' and the pursuit of longevity through scientific methods and measurements.  Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/5wJJLPobQeQ TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) The Pursuit of Longevity: Gene Therapy and Stem Cells (02:02) Power Laws of Health: Prioritizing Evidence-Based Interventions (03:11) Measuring Health Metrics: Biomarkers and Protocols (05:35) Scientific Pursuit of Longevity: Challenging Conventional Norms (16:11) Biological Age Markers: Nighttime Boners (41:49) Understanding Vitamin D and Diet (48:01) Challenges of the Food Supply Chain (54:35) Building a Religion and the Future of Intelligent Existence (56:08) Content Marketing and the Long-Term Game Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

In this episode, Eric Siu discusses AI's impact on advertising M&A. He shares his M&A thesis, emphasizes strategic thinking and top talent, and highlights due diligence, founder roles, and multiple arbitrage potential. He also covers AI's effect on agency models and the crawl-walk-run approach to AI implementation. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/FBc-IPvQ8Sk  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction and Context (03:27) Strategic Thinking and Top Talent in the Age of Automation (05:14) The Importance of Due Diligence in M&A Deals (08:07) Trust but Verify: Avoiding Subpar Hiring Decisions (11:33) The Changing Agency Business Model with AI Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

For this week’s episode, Gary Vee (aka Gary Vaynerchuk) discusses his ambitious plan to buy the New York Jets, including the deal structure and his vision for turning his business into a private equity powerhouse. Eric Siu and Gary Vee also discuss VFriends, their philosophies on life and business, and much more. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Gary Vee's Vision for Buying the New York Jets (08:56) The Importance of the Journey in Life and Business (27:33) Marketing Tactics for Businesses in Crowded Markets (35:21) The TikTokification of Social Media (36:45) The Value of Organic Social Media Expertise (37:15) The Value of Building a Personal Brand (39:07) The Art and Math of Marketing (41:22) The Importance of Hard Work and Self-Awareness (50:20) The Power of Content Creation (53:26) The Potential of Live Streaming and NFTs (01:02:02) Patience and Risk-Taking in Entrepreneurship (01:06:30) The Future of Marketing: Intuition and Technology Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

For this week’s episode, Eric Siu had Mateo Franceschetti on the pod, the CEO of Eight Sleep, a company revolutionizing sleep technology. Mateo shares how they achieved a billion-dollar valuation using AI to enhance sleep quality, and reveals their innovative marketing strategies. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Unconventional Ways to Improve Sleep and Health (06:17) Temperature Management and Relaxation Techniques (11:09) The Future of Sleep and Health: Data and AI (13:27) Effective Marketing Strategies: Podcast Advertising and Influencer Partnerships (25:02) The Power of Word of Mouth and Building Trust (30:02) The Future of Sleep Technology: Advanced Features and Personalization (39:09) Living and Working Together (41:17) Setting Boundaries for Work-Life Balance (45:20) Inflection Points in Building a Hardware Business (51:56) Creating a Written Culture and Data-Driven Decision-Making (55:31) The Value of Board Meetings (58:37) Breaking the Rigidity of Fixed Meetings (01:03:01) Hiring for Greatness (01:08:00) The Intensity of Startup Life (01:12:14) A/B Testing Work Environments (01:17:12) Religion as a Marketing Strategy Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

Check out this episode where Eric Siu revisits his conversation with Mark Moss, packed with insights on YouTube retention, lead gen, business growth, and Mark's forecasted inflationary crash.  Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) The Future of Marketing: Earning and Buying Attention (03:29) The Rise of Personal Brands and Personal Interactions (06:20) The Power of Long-Form Content for Building Trust (26:02) The Value of High-Quality Views and Engagement (28:13) Short-Form vs. Long-Form Content: Depth and Context (57:29) The Consequences of Excessive Money Printing and Inflation (57:59) The Role of the Federal Reserve and Government Spending (58:56) Bond Auctions and the Downgrading of US Credit (59:49) Preparing for an Inflationary Crash (01:02:11) Learning Strategies for Continuous Growth (01:03:35) Investing in Scarce Assets to Protect Against Inflation (01:19:23) Understanding the Total Addressable Market for Bitcoin Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

For this week’s episode, Eric Siu had Jason Cohen on the pod, the mind behind WP Engine which hosts 2.5% of the world's top domains. He reveals how he bootstrapped his company to billions and outsmarted tech giants like Google Cloud. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction and Background (10:09) Embracing Optionality in Business Strategies (31:18) Operating Like a Public Company (45:16) Continuous Customer Development (55:02) Creating a Company Culture for Personal Growth (01:03:34) Hiring and Accountability in Management (01:14:50) Finding a Niche in the AI Landscape Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

Eric Siu interviews Marie Forleo – a celebrated life coach, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, and host of YT channel MarieTV with over 930K subscribers. Marie shares her perspective on why focusing on one thing may not be the right fit for everyone, the importance of trusting your gut, and having a strong work ethic. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction and Dave's Background (08:48) Trusting Your Gut and Following Your Intuition (31:22) The Power of a Strong Work Ethic (38:47) Building a Coaching Business and Engaging with the Audience (55:18) The Challenges of Writing a Book Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:    Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

Eric Siu interviews David Perell, a writing teacher, Founder of “Write of Passage” school, and the host of ”How I Write” podcast. They discuss his passion for teaching writing and helping people clarify their thinking and structure their ideas. David shares the concept of American Idolatry, his own path to faith, how he came to believe in Jesus as the most influential figure in Western civilization, and the importance of reading and writing in personal growth and communication. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/Eqo-V_vMuKA  TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction and Dave's Background (09:38) Building an Audience through Unique Ideas and Intellectual Assets (31:16) The Influence of Faith on Philosophy and Work (44:02) The Pitfalls of American Idolatry (53:18) The Importance of Asking Big Questions (01:00:56) The Impact of Jesus on Western Civilization (01:08:06) The Power of Writing and Communication (01:19:18) The Importance of Reading and Writing Don’t forget to help us grow by subscribing and liking on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3owDdLk7HL1dyQnkoBuRew  — What should I talk about next? Who should I interview? Please let me know on X or in the comments below. Did you enjoy this episode? If so, please leave a short review here Subscribe to Leveling Up on iTunes Get the non-iTunes RSS Feed   Connect with Eric Siu:  Growth Everywhere Single Grain Leveling Up Eric Siu on X Eric Siu on Instagram

In this episode featuring Dr. Orion Taraban, Eric Siu delves into the complexities of dating and relationships. They tackle the dating challenges for successful people, how women's success affects dating dynamics, and the economics of finding love online. They also discuss monogamy and alternative relationship models, offering fresh insights and solutions for today's dating challenges. Watch the full interview here: https://youtu.be/jEjPD_m0ecQ TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES: (00:00) Introduction to Dr. Orion Taraban (01:23) Dr. Taraban's Background and PsychHacks (03:44) Relationships for Successful Individuals (05:11) The Impact of Women's Success on Relationships (06:37) The Concept of Men as Jobs (09:29) The Economics of Online Dating (11:19) The Ken and Barbie Doll Analogy (13:02) The All-or-Nothing Approach to Relationships (15:51) The Future of Relationships (23:34) The Adored vs. the Adorer (31:03) The Discount in Relationships (35:48) Common Relationship Problems and Patterns (37:15) Understanding the Different Desires of Men and Women (38:59) Defining the Red Pill and its Practical Strategies (39:56) Why Successful Women Date Mediocre Men (41:23) The Influence of Economic Realities on Hypergamy (48:14) The Difficulty of Negotiating Expectations in Relationships (49:04) The Ineffectiveness of Explicit Negotiations in Relationships (50:59) Understanding Relationships through Behavioral Economics (53:48) The Infinite Game of Relationships (55:44) Men's Greatest Enemy: Cowardice (56:45) The Importance of Men Taking a Leadership Role (57:43) The Fear of Women and the Need for Leadership (59:29) Women's Greatest Enemy: Pride (01:06:38) The Backlash of Ideological Feminism (01:12:15) The Transaction of Value in Relationships (01:12:44) The Problem and Solution of Relationships (01:13:44) The Importance of Having Things Others Want (01:14:14) Earning Optionality through Value (01:15:15) The Transactional Nature of Relationships (01:15:42) Different Levels of Transactionality (01:16:37) The Danger of Making Someone the Center of Your Universe (01:17:28) Using Instagram as a Dating App (01:19:54) Why Men Date Strippers and Prostitutes (01:20:24) The Business Model of Orion Taraban (01:24:40) Future Plans for the Business (01:31:00) The Vision for Helping People (01:38:48) The Definition of Love