The Most Powerful Word in Agency New Business is NO.

The most game changing word in new business is one that advertising, digital and PR agencies rarely use. It is NO. Yes. NO.  Agencies need to say NO more often in New Business.  I can’t do that you say.  I am a yes person.  It’s time to change.  The industry has...

Advertising Agencies Need to Focus on Things that Clients Can't Do.

I went to a very interesting New Business Conference this week sponsored by Think LA and Mirren. A number of speakers from different agencies focused on the common problems facing the industry.  The move to more project based assignments versus AOR relationships,...

Should Marketers Conduct Their Own Agency Searches?

These are interesting and challenging times for Marketers.  I recently read in the Harvard Business Review that Marketing is Dead. The article cites that CEOs have lost all patience. In a study of 600 CEOs and decision makers by the London-based Fournaise Marketing...

How Advertising Agencies Can Get More New Business.

I think I have a unique perspective on New Business Development because I have walked both sides of the street. I have been a successful new business hunter and have conducted agency searches for companies such as Jenny Craig, Raley’s Supermarkets and  Jacuzzi North...

How Linkedin Can Help Your Agency Connect with Search Consultants.

I have worked for many great agencies in my career.  I have also conducted agency searches for clients like Jenny Craig, Raley’s Supermarkets, and Jacuzzi. I believe I have a perspective from both sides of the street. Want more New Business in 2012 for your...

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