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Agency CIO/Innovation virtual peer groups

CIO/Innovation leaders - Could A Monthly Meeting Change yourAgency's Ability to Innovate and use AI? The CEO of OpenAI has projected that AI will soon manage 95% of the tasks currently handled by agencies, strategists, and creative professionals, virtually eliminating significant costs. Faced with this shift, we have three strategic choices: 1) play possum, 2) follow the lead of others and learn from their experiences, or 3) take the initiative to lead the industries we serve by evolving beyond mere agency production to become indispensable strategic resources. To ensure your agency evolves and thrives, it's crucial to recognize that visionaries within organizations may feel like 'lone wolves,' highlighting the need for collaboration where like-minded peers can challenge, inspire, and exchange insights with each other. What if you could spend 90 minutes each month with an “ad hoc” board of advisors -others who are walking the same path as you, facing the same challenges? We’re inviting you to join AMI’s CTO/CIO Network – a monthly 90-meeting of the member agency leaders (10 agencies max) who talk openly and freely about how they’re leveraging technology, AI, and other tools to maximize the agency’s opportunities and come together collectively to assist each other to tackle new challenges. It will become the best, most productive half-day of your month. We promise. AMI’s Kathleen Perley facilitates these virtual video gatherings of agency tech/innovation people from across the world who not only learn from each other but also create a bond in a confidential environment that promotes resource sharing, problem-solving, and camaraderie. You’re Among Peers Who All Want The Same Thing Every month, our members will convene to stay informed about the latest trends and technological advancements in the [...]

May 7th, 2024|

Why agency owners should start online communities with Drew McLellan

Online communities are quickly becoming one of the most powerful biz dev tools out there, but there’s etiquette to starting and maintaining one. It’s not for everyone, but for those who are ready, an online community could be your ticket to selling without ever having to actually sell. […]

April 15th, 2024|

Agency CFO virtual peer groups

Agency Money People - Could A Quarterly Meeting Change your Work Life?Something we often hear from agency CFOs/Accountants, Bookkeepers, etc. is they wish they had others to bounce around ideas with …who understand the business … and could offer an informed opinion. Let’s face it. As the agency's money person, you're usually the one who is driving some of the biggest decisions within the business.What if you could spend 3-4 hours a quarter with an “ad hoc” board of advisors -others who are walking the same path as you, facing the same challenges?We’re inviting you to join AMI’s Money People Network - a quarterly half-day meeting of the member agency CFO/Accountant/Bookkeepers (10 agencies max) who talk openly and freely about their challenges and come together collectively to assist each other to meet those challenges.It will become the best, most productive half-day of your quarter. We promise.AMI's Sandy Catour facilitates these virtual video gatherings of agency money people from across the world who not only learn from each other but also create a bond in a confidential environment that promotes resource sharing, problem-solving, and camaraderie.You’re Among Peers Who All Want The Same Thing Network members are exclusive to their market – there’s no competitive threat … no other agencies from across town … only others just like you who are committed to growing their agencies in ways that separate and distinguish them from those in an increasingly competitive marketplace.There’s power in collective experiences. Each quarter (and probably in-between via email) members come together to tackle issues … from best practices for financial management, reporting, and forecasting, making the most of your financial software, providing analysis and input on matters that affect the financial strength of the [...]

April 13th, 2024|

Finding the right project management software for your team with Alane Boyd

We’ve all been here before — your agency grows, and your day-to-day is getting a little too chaotic for comfort. Each team member has their own way of doing things, and no one is on the same page about the best approach to doing recurring tasks. As the agency owner, you’re getting pulled into things that you shouldn’t, becoming the organization’s bottleneck. […]

March 18th, 2024|

How HR helps you build and grow your agency dream team with Barbara Mason

In a sharp contrast to the earlier pandemic years, many agency owners said that in 2023, they have the best teams they’ve ever had and want to find ways to keep them around. This is great news, and we want to help keep your agency dream team alive and thriving. […]

February 26th, 2024|

Getting insightful about agency insights for better brainstorming with Chris Kocek

What exactly makes an insight versus just an observation? What are the different types out there? How the heck do we uncover them? This week, we’re getting insightful about insights and laying out the key characteristics of strong agency insights — like inspiring action and reframing problems. […]

February 12th, 2024|

Why daily timesheets are an agency’s best friend with Drew McLellan

If there’s one word that will send any agency owner or employee running for the hills, it’s timesheets. Although one of the most universally disliked words in the agency world, timesheets are still the number one way to detect and diagnose problems within the agency before they become catastrophes. […]

February 5th, 2024|

7 Practical Mental Models for Digital Agency Owners’ Success

A guest post by Build A Better Agency Sponsor Manish Dudharejia from e2msolutions Building and scaling a digital agency comes with its unique set of challenges. In the dynamic world of digital marketing, success often hinges on making effective decisions. To navigate this landscape, digital agency owners can benefit from adopting practical mental models that serve as guiding frameworks for decision-making. Let's explore seven such practical mental models that can contribute to the success of digital agency owners. Build with Generalists, Scale with Specialists In the words of venture capitalist Vinod Khosla, "While Building, Hire Generalists While Scaling, Hire Specialists." This mental model underscores the importance of crafting an agile and versatile team during the initial stages of building your agency. Generalists bring a diverse skill set to the table, enabling the agency to adapt to various challenges. As the agency grows, the focus shifts to specialization. Specialists bring in-depth knowledge and expertise, allowing the agency to delve deeper into specific niches and provide unparalleled services. Striking a balance between generalists and specialists ensures a robust and adaptable team capable of meeting the evolving needs of clients. Hire Job-Doers, Title-Givers Later Often, rigid job titles can limit the potential of team members. The mental model here suggests "Hire people who’re doing a job without a job title and then give a title to them." This approach encourages agency owners to prioritize skills and performance over predefined roles. By recruiting individuals based on their ability to get the job done, agency owners can assemble a team that is not bound by traditional job descriptions. After understanding each team member's strengths and contributions, titles can be assigned accordingly. This flexible approach fosters a culture of adaptability and [...]

January 22nd, 2024|

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