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The Hidden Filters That Keep Scam Leads Out of Your Funnel

May 20, 2025 / by Dave Burnett

How to Save Thousands by Screening Fake Leads Before They Ever Hit Your CRM I get a ton of questions about SEO, paid ads, and how to keep ad spend from turning into a bonfire of wasted dollars. One of the most common is this: “What safeguards or screening...

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Top Marketing Metrics Clients Want (And How to Track Them)

May 19, 2025 / by Dave Burnett

Most agencies still lead with vanity metrics—clicks, impressions, reach. But seasoned clients aren’t impressed by traffic spikes if they don’t lead to real results. What they truly care about is this: How much did it cost to get a customer? Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), Return on Ad Spend (ROAS),...

How Language Choice Affects SEO & Ad Performance: The Untapped Strategy for Growth

May 13, 2025 / by Dave Burnett

After over two decades working in SEO and paid advertising, I’ve learned this: success rarely comes from doing what everyone else is doing. One of the most overlooked, yet powerful levers you can pull in marketing isn’t just creative or budget—it’s language. A question I get all the time...

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How to Win More Clients With Free Audits

May 2, 2025 / by Dave Burnett

Want More Clients? Start by Giving Away This One Thing for Free If you’re anything like I was starting out, you’ve probably wondered: “How do I stand out in a sea of agencies?” Or even worse, “How do I pitch in a way that actually wins clients?” After years...

Digital Marketing Strategies Can Help You Close More Deals

April 25, 2025 / by Dave Burnett

Over the years, I’ve seen the same painful pattern repeat itself for too many agencies:You’ve nailed the presentation, built rapport, and delivered a solid offer—but somehow, the client still picks someone else. What gives? More often than not, it comes down to one thing: digital marketing that reinforces trust...