In this episode, we sit down with Audrey Joy Kwan, a business owner and consultant, who shares her inspiring journey from dreaming of a career in law to becoming a successful agency owner. Audrey dives deep into the pivotal moments and personal challenges that shaped her path, including a transformative internship and the profound impact of her mother’s passing. She discusses how these experiences led her to help agency owners create balanced and efficient businesses through streamlined processes and strong leadership.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Audrey's Background and Career Shift: Audrey initially aspired to become a lawyer, influenced by her traditional Asian upbringing. A transformative internship with the Canadian federal government sparked her interest in digital marketing.
• Personal Catalysts for Change: The loss of Audrey's mother inspired her to start her own business. Her mother's work ethic deeply influenced Audrey’s approach to business and life.
• Business Development and Services: Audrey's business evolved from purely consulting to also incorporating coaching. She focuses on helping agency owners build better systems, processes, and leadership skills.
• Navigating Challenges in the Agency Space: The pandemic's impact on the agency industry saw some agencies thrive while others struggled. Audrey emphasizes the importance of adapting services to meet current market demands and highlights the role of market research in staying relevant.
• Insights on Leadership and Growth: Leadership development is crucial within agencies. Audrey shares strategies for agency owners to transition from specialists to effective leaders and business owners.

RESOURCES + LINKS

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Website- https://audreyjoykwan.com/agencytogether

Cheat sheet- https://audreyjoykwan.com/cheatsheet

Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/small-but-mighty-agency/id1557593583

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LINKEDIN- https://ca.linkedin.com/in/kwanaudrey

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