
Are you working with a marketing agency that isn’t delivering real results? Or maybe you’re about to hire one and want to make sure you don’t get burned. In this episode, Sean Garner exposes the biggest red flags he’s seen in the agency world, from shady contracts and hidden fees to vague promises that leave business owners frustrated and stuck.
Sean explains why you should always own your digital assets, what to watch out for with “proprietary” CMS platforms, and how agencies sometimes use templated websites or recycled strategies that don’t serve your unique business. He also dives into pricing traps, SEO exclusivity issues, and how to tell whether your agency is really working for you—or just keeping you dependent.
If you’re a small business owner, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to evaluate your current agency or choose the right partner moving forward.
📒 Show Notes and Resources 📒
https://www.seangarner.co/podcast/
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Sean Garner
Sean Garner is a marketing consultant and Certified StoryBrand guide dedicated to helping small business owners grow and dominate their industries. He created the Marketing Domination podcast to teach people how to combine storytelling with strategic marketing to help businesses connect with customers and stand out online.
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⏰ Timestamps ⏰
0:00 Introduction
0:52 The Biggest Red Flag
3:45 Proprietary CMS Platforms and the Risk of Losing Your Website
6:07 Private Client Lists and Shady Portfolio Practices
8:26 Industry-Specific Agencies and the Dangers of Over-Templatization
13:08 SEO Exclusivity and Competing Against Yourself
20:10 Pricing Red Flags
22:25 Defensive Agencies, Lack of Collaboration, and “Secret Sauce” Excuses
24:44 Choosing the Right Agency
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