Bootstrapping A Successful and Super Approachable Digital Marketing Company

Bootstrapping A Successful and Super Approachable Digital Marketing Company

Author: Michael Georgiou: Imaginovation, Co-founder, Tech Entrepreneur, Podcaster, Influencer June 9, 2021 Duration: 29:45
In today's episode of Tales from the PROS, I talk with Erik Huberman, who is the Founder & CEO of Hawke Media, the company that has over 150 employees and has serviced over 2000 brands of all sizes.  Erik was named The International Business Awards Entrepreneur of the Year in the field of Advertising, Marketing, & Public Relations. He is also the recipient of numerous honors and awards including Forbes “30 Under 30,” CSQ "40 Under40", Inc. Magazine’s “Top 25 Marketing Influencers, amongst many others.  As a serial entrepreneur and marketing expert, Erik is a sought-after thought leader in the world of digital marketing, entrepreneurship, sales, and business. In this episode, Erik talks about his entrepreneurial journey, shares his experiences and challenges of building and scaling a digital marketing company and what he is up to these days. Don't Miss: 1. How to run a marketing agency the right way - 03:45 2. Overcoming the struggles of running a marketing agency - 14:35 3. The future of the music industry and growing a media company - 24:17   Listen and Subscribe on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-from-the-pros/id1371067192 Topics We Discuss: 1. Erik's inspiring story of how he got to where he is today 2. The inspiration and purpose behind Hawke Media 3. Erik talks about his experiences in building and scaling a digital marketing company to its current size and key moments during the journey 4. What it’s like growing a marketing agency with its challenges 5. The future of digital marketing 6. Erik talks about the future of Hawke Media 7. Erik defines his story in one word Follow Erik Huberman Website: https://hawkemedia.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ErikHuberman Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erikhuberman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erikhuberman/   Follow Me and Subscribe: https://linktr.ee/mgeorgiou22

Hosted by Michael Georgiou, co-founder of the award-winning software development company Imaginovation, Tales From The PROS offers a rare look behind the curtain of the tech industry. Alongside Director of Growth Eric Lawrence, Michael facilitates candid discussions that move beyond theory to focus on the practical, often messy realities of building a business with technology. This podcast is built on the premise that the most valuable insights come from lived experience, not textbooks. You'll hear unfiltered stories about what actually works and what doesn't, covering the strategic decisions and unexpected hurdles that define the entrepreneurial journey. The conversations are designed to demystify the process of creating digital products and services, providing actionable lessons for founders, executives, and innovators. The goal is to translate complex technical concepts into clear business advantages, helping listeners make informed decisions without the common pitfalls. Tune in for a direct, no-fluff dialogue that prioritizes real-world application over abstract ideas, all grounded in the hosts' own professional trials and successes. It's a resource for anyone looking to leverage technology effectively, offering perspective and clarity directly from the field.
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