About this episode
Subscribe here https://newsletter.fundsandfounder.com/subscribeIn this episode of Funds and Founders, we sit down with Ryan Atkinson, CEO and co-founder of Spacebar Visuals. Ryan shares his journey from working at an aquatic center to becoming a growth specialist at HubSpot, and eventually launching his own successful video production agency.Learn how Ryan:- Started multiple podcasts to network with entrepreneurs- Built a 6-figure agency in less than a year- Uses cold outreach to land high-value clients- Manages a remote team and builds company culture- Balances multiple projects and businessesWhether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or looking to scale your existing business, Ryan's insights on sales, marketing, and agency growth are not to be missed!Timestamps:0:00 - Introduction and Ryan's background3:45 - The power of podcasting for networking and personal growth7:22 - Transitioning from side hustle to full-time business10:15 - Building an agency vs. creating a SaaS product14:30 - Client acquisition strategies and outbound marketing19:05 - Email marketing tactics and closing deals23:40 - Pricing strategies and maintaining margins28:15 - The challenges of running a service-based business32:45 - Tech stack and tools for running an agency35:20 - Book recommendations for entrepreneurs38:30 - The importance of rereading books42:33 - Why Ryan moved to Austin and who should consider it46:37 - Exciting future technologies (AI video generation)48:47 - Podcast post-production and marketing tips53:42 - Closing thoughts and where to find Ryan online
