From Fired to Financial Freedom: My Journey to Building a Profitable SEO Agency
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Getting Fired: The Best Thing That Happened to Me
- The Decision to Move to Thailand
- Link Building: The Turning Point
- Scaling the Agency
- Hiring People: The Key to Growth
- Building a Profitable Website
Introduction
Do you think earning seven figures a year is hard to do? Perhaps you've convinced yourself that it's impossible. In this video, I am going to show you why that's not true, and how I built my own SEO agency from scratch, earned financial freedom, and moved to Thailand to live my dream lifestyle. I am not saying this to brag, but rather to teach you something from someone who's actually been there and done it. Let's dive in.
Getting Fired: The Best Thing That Happened to Me
I used to work nine-to-five in a sales job, and I was really bad at it. Although I had everything I thought I wanted – a company car, a good salary – I hated that job and knew I had to do something different. After a while, my performance started to suffer, and I was fired. This happened with my first few jobs, and getting fired turned out to be one of the best things that could have happened to me. I think if I got too comfortable, I might have stayed there far longer than I should have.
The Decision to Move to Thailand
After getting fired, I didn't really know what I was going to do next. One thing I was certain about is that I wanted to live in Thailand. So, a few mates and I decided to visit for a holiday and loved it so much that we made a pact: we said that we're going to make 10K per month and live in a pimp house in Chiang Mai, playing Skyrim all day. One of my mates actually did that.
Link Building: The Turning Point
The question was, how was I ever going to make that happen? I knew a bit about marketing, so I started around sales copy as a freelancer, and it was okay, but it wasn't scalable, and I wasn't making much money. Then some friends taught me about link building, so I started doing it for my own website, and it worked so well. I thought maybe I could probably do this for a few other people. This was the turning point for me. I made the decision and changed my profile on upload.com to be completely focused on link building.
Scaling the Agency
Pretty soon, I was able to land my first job building backlinks for a Mongolian real estate company. When I got on the sales call, I was literally terrified. I had no idea what I was doing or what I was selling. I said, “I'm going to figure it out when I get my first sale,” and that's what I did. It kept getting better, and within 30 days, I was already up to four thousand dollars a month. So I kept selling, and over time, I grew my agency and scaled it by hiring the right people. Today, the agency has over 70 people with managers handling every single side of the business.
Hiring People: The Key to Growth
If you're struggling to get momentum, have a solid goal, take action quickly, and market yourself. Hire good people as soon as you possibly can. That's how you scale up and free up your time and energy to do the work that moves the needle. It is one of the most important things you can do.
Building a Profitable Website
One of the ways that you can get the ball rolling is by building a website that's profitable. Watch the video to learn how to build such a website and take notes.
Building a Website That Earns Money - Tips from Julian Goldie
In this video, Julian Goldie teaches us how to build a website that's profitable. By following his step-by-step instructions, you can learn how to create a website that will earn you money. Here are a few tips from Julian:
- Have a solid goal.
- Take action quickly.
- Market yourself.
- Hire good people as soon as possible.
Pros
- Clear, actionable tips for building a profitable website
- Valuable insights into entrepreneurship and business growth
- Engaging and easy-to-follow presentation
Cons
- Limited details about specific strategies for link building and SEO optimization
- May not be suitable for people with limited experience in digital marketing
FAQ
Q: Is it really possible to earn seven figures a year through SEO?
A: Yes, it is. With the right strategies, hard work, and determination, you can achieve great success in digital marketing.
Q: How much does it cost to start an SEO agency?
A: The cost of starting an SEO agency can vary widely depending on several factors, such as office rent, equipment, hiring costs, and marketing expenses. However, many successful SEO agencies started with very little and grew over time.
Q: Can I build a successful website without any experience in digital marketing?
A: It is possible, but it may take more time and effort. By learning from experts like Julian Goldie, you can improve your chances of success and build a profitable website in a reasonable time frame.
