Best Amber De La Garza Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 531 Reducing Agency Chaos with Amber De La Garza 50:06

7h ago50:06

50:06

Welcome to another engaging episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan turns the spotlight inward to tackle a challenge many agency owners face but rarely confront: the chaos we unintentionally create within our own shops. Joined by productivity expert and business coach Amber De La Garza, this episode dives deep into the subtl…

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406 | Unpacking The Illusion Of Time Abundance & Money Scarcity With Sarah Walton 1:01:10

2d ago1:01:10

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I sit down with business coach and sales expert Sarah Walton to dive into the illusion of time abundance and money scarcity, help you shatter your mindset blocks around time and money, and discuss how managing your time with love and intention will make your money flow more abundantly. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ The Difference Between …

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405 | What To Actually Focus On In December Without The Guilt 18:12

4d ago18:12

18:12

I dive into how you can put a stop to the December panic setting and discover what you should actually focus on now to finish the year strong and guilt-free. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What The December Trap Looks Like ✔ What Creates The Unnecessary Overwhelm & Why ✔ A Simple, Impactful Exercise To Determine What To Focus On ✔ How You …

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Episode 530 How Agencies Can Embrace Perpetual Uncertainty with Drew McLellan 56:15

11d ago56:15

56:15

Welcome to a transformative solo episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan invites listeners to reframe how they view uncertainty, chaos, and change in the agency world. Drawing from both scientific research and personal stories—including a gripping childhood encounter with real fear—Drew McLellan explores why agencies feel pa…

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404 | Collaborating With Your Bookkeeper For Best Results With Misa Bacon 59:05

11d ago59:05

59:05

I sit down with the founder and CEO of Perfectly Kept Books®, Misa Bacon, to dive into the inner workings of your relationship with your bookkeeper and specific strategies to make it a seamless back-and-forth collaboration that's personalized to get the best results for you and your business. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What Misa Sees O…

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Episode 529 Unlocking Growth Through Collaborations with Nicole Mahoney 52:38

12d ago52:38

52:38

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan is joined by returning guest Nicole Mahoney, an accomplished agency owner and thought leader renowned for her innovative work in collaboration within the travel and tourism space. Drawing on her 15 years of industry expertise, Nicole shares how strategic p…

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403 | Good Busy vs. Toxic Busy: The Foundation Of Your Success 29:00

18d ago29:00

29:00

I dive into the crucial difference between being good busy and toxic busy so you can know the warning signs, make better choices, stop feeling so overwhelmed, and be better equipped to achieve success without burnout. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What Good Busy Looks & Feels Like ✔ What Toxic Busy Looks & Feels Like ✔ My Natural Tendency…

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Episode 528 Rethinking Agency Differentiation with Robin Bonn 52:52

23d ago52:52

52:52

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Build a Better Agency! Host Drew McLellan sits down with Robin Bonn, agency veteran and founder of Codefinery, for a candid conversation that tackles one of the agency world's biggest challenges: true differentiation. Drawing on over two decades of industry experience and insights from his new book, M…

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402 | Cracking The Consistency Code: Behind The Business With Courtney Townley 53:23

23d ago53:23

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I sit down with certified nutrition and life coach, Courtney Townley, to dive into her work of helping women reclaim their health while removing the overwhelm from their health journey, and discuss her new book The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✓ The 4 Distinct Practice…

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Episode 527 Elevating the Agency Client Experience with Neen James 52:22

1M ago52:22

52:22

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan welcomes renowned author, speaker, and client experience expert Neen James for a thought-provoking discussion that will challenge agency leaders to rethink how they deliver value. Together, they explore the concept of "luxury" in the context of client serv…

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401 | When The Most Productive Thing You Can Do Is Step Away 28:22

1M ago28:22

28:22

I go behind-the-scenes once again to look at my whole experience last week of realizing that the most productive, most strategic thing I could do for my business in the moment was simply to stop and rest - even when that meant making the hard, public decision of missing a deadline. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What I Struggled With This …

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Episode 526 Navigating 401k Changes for Agencies with Craig Cody 43:57

1M ago43:57

43:57

Welcome to a crucial episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan is joined once again by Craig Cody, a seasoned CPA and tax advisor renowned for his expertise in agency financial management. Drew and Craig jump straight into a timely and essential topic for every agency owner—the recent changes to 401k regulations that could hav…

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400 | SPECIAL The Real Struggles, Lessons, & Growth: Behind The Business Of Amber De La Garza 1:18:57

2M ago1:18:57

1:18:57

Today is a very special episode—our 400th episode! Instead of me giving you the straight talk this week, the tables are turned and I get interviewed by my marketing content creator. Come behind the scenes of my business with me to learn about my personal journey, the entrepreneurial struggles you usually don't hear about, and what I've learned over…

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Episode 525 Agency Success in 2026 with Drew McLellan 55:16

1M ago55:16

55:16

Welcome to a new solo cast episode of Build a Better Agency! Host Drew McLellan is flying solo for episode 525, bringing decades of agency expertise to help owners prepare their businesses for a fast-changing marketplace. If the calendar is winding down and you're looking ahead to 2026, this episode is packed with actionable insights designed speci…

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399 | From Near-Death To $55 Million In Sales: Behind The Business With Kris Dehnert 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

I sit down with the CEO of Dugout Mugs, Kris Dehnert, to pull back the curtain on the inner workings of his successful business and dive into his entrepreneurial journey that took him from a near-death experience to making $55 million in sales. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ How Kris Ended Up Manufacturing Mugs Out Of Baseball Bats ✔ What …

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Episode 524 Maximizing Agency Valuation with Ben Gaddis 51:45

2M ago51:45

51:45

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan welcomes Ben Gaddis—former agency owner, seasoned operator, and now private equity investor—to give you an insider's view of what makes an agency truly valuable in today's changing landscape. Drawing on his unique journey from building and selling h…

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398 | The One Question That Changes Everything In Your Business And Life 26:28

2M ago26:28

26:28

I share the one question that changes everything in your business and life when answered ahead of business planning. I then go on to discuss why most business owners skip this foundational step, what the true cost of that mistake is, and how finally answering this question becomes your strategic compass and the filter for every decision you make. W…

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Episode 523 Creating a Future-Ready Agency with Rishad Tobaccowala 56:06

2M ago56:06

56:06

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! In this thought-provoking conversation, host Drew McLellan welcomes acclaimed author, agency veteran, and thought leader Rishad Tobaccowala to the show. Together, they dig into the rapidly evolving nature of work and what it means for agency leaders and teams in the years ahead. Rishad…

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397 | Replacing Yourself In Your Business: A Client Case Study With Myrna Everett 1:18:41

2M ago1:18:41

1:18:41

I sit down with Myrna Everett, the CEO of Home Vogue Interiors, to dive deep into her evolution from running a successful business on the front end but headed toward a breaking point on the back end, to running a successfully business on both the front end and back end, AND in a strategic way that has essentially made replacing herself possible. Wh…

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Episode 522 Strategic Methodologies for Agency Success with Ana Laskey 56:24

2M ago56:24

56:24

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan sits down with Ana Laskey, an experienced market researcher and strategist, to tackle one of the industry's hot-button issues: the art and business of agency strategy. As the marketing landscape gets more crowded with freelance talent and AI tools, Drew an…

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396 | When Visionaries Face Operational Realities: Behind The Business With LuAnn Nigara 1:06:02

2M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

In this special Behind The Business episode I sit down with Author, Keynote Speaker, host of A Well-Designed Business and Window Treatments for Profit Podcasts, LuAnn Nigara, to peel back the curtain on what it took to evolve from the CEO of WindowWorks to her current career roles, and discuss what it now takes to face operational realities in her …

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Episode 521 Trends and Tactics for Business Growth with Lee McKnight Jr 58:49

3M ago58:49

58:49

Welcome to another data-driven episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan sits down with returning guest Lee McKnight to break down the results of RSW/US's freshly released 2025 Agency New Business Survey. Together, Drew and Lee unpack the real-world challenges and emerging opportunities that agencies—especially small and midsi…

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395 | Hidden Revenue Leaks Part 2: Real Businesses, Real Leaks, Real Solutions 1:02:18

3M ago1:02:18

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I dive into the messy reality of how revenue leaks actually show up when you're running a business day-to-day and divulge real-world solutions to the pricing, billing, and operational issues causing them. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ How Your Commute Can Become An Unpaid Customer Service Hotline ✔ The Revenue Leaks That Could Be Showing …

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Episode 520 Innovative Exercises for Strategic Planning with Drew McLellan 51:20

3M ago51:20

51:20

Welcome to another insightful solo episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan is at the mic, bringing over 25 years of agency expertise to address one of the most critical topics for agency leaders: rethinking your strategic planning process for the historic challenges and opportunities ahead in 2026. With economic uncertainty,…

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394 | Hidden Revenue Leaks Part 1: Digging Deeper To Uncover Profits 48:53

3M ago48:53

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I dive into the five levels of revenue leaks that compound into massive losses year after year and show you exactly why most "fixes" don't actually fix anything. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What Separates Successful Business Owners From Those Who Stay Stuck ✔ The 5 Revenue Leaks That Most Business Owners Miss ✔ What Must Be Done To Acqu…

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Episode 519 The Power of Thoughtful Client Engagement with Jamie Shibley 56:28

3M ago56:28

56:28

Welcome to another episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan shines a light on an area vital to every agency's growth: how to show up for clients and prospects in ways that build genuine trust, loyalty, and long-term relationships. To explore this undervalued but crucial topic, Drew is joined by Jamie Shibley, founder of The E…

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393 | Tax Secrets: How To Keep More Of Your Money With Mark J. Kohler 40:33

3M ago40:33

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I sit down with "America's #1 Small Business Tax Lawyer" - the Founder and CEO of Main Street Tax Professionals, Mark Kohler, to dive into how you can utilize little known business tax secrets to keep more of your hard-earned money. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ A Great Summertime Tax Tip That Can Make Yours Better ✔ What Flow Through Tax…

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Episode 518 How Stay Interviews Unlock Employee Retention with Sue MacArthur 57:53

3M ago57:53

57:53

Welcome to another insightful episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan turns the focus inward—with a practical conversation that every agency leader needs to hear. Joined by long-time AMI partner and Strategic Talent Management co-owner Sue MacArthur, Drew unpacks one of the most nuanced and important topics in the business: …

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392 | Regulating Your Nervous System With Michelle Grosser 45:33

3M ago45:33

45:33

I sit down with trial-attorney-turned coach, Michelle Grosser, to dive into actionable strategies and practical tools to overcome stress, regulate your nervous system, and unlock peak performance in all aspects of your business and life. What You'll Discover In This Episode: ✔ What A Dysregulated Nervous System Looks Like ✔ How It Impacts Your Busi…

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Episode 517 The Secret to Agency Profitability with Michael Farmer 58:54

3M ago58:54

58:54

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan is joined by returning guest Michael Farmer, a renowned consultant and author with decades of experience advising both global agency holding companies and independent shops. Together, they pull back the curtain on one of the agency world's most pers…

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391 | The Real Reason You're Always 'So Busy' 1:21:50

4M ago1:21:50

1:21:50

I dive into the real reason you're always 'so busy,' digging deep into the underlying beliefs that keep you in this frantic, reactive cycle. I go into how society has programmed us to believe that being busy equals being virtuous, productive, and secure, talk about why those beliefs are a trap, and divulge how to make the necessary shift from react…

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Episode 516 Mastering Credit Card Points for Agency Owners with Julia Menez 53:57

4M ago53:57

53:57

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Build a Better Agency! This week, host Drew McLellan explores a twist on the usual business leadership topics by delving into the lucrative—and often misunderstood—world of credit card points and travel rewards. Drew is joined by Julia Menez, a points and miles strategist who specializes in helping busines…

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390 | Behind The Biz From Burnout To Boundaries With Jude Charles 57:36

4M ago57:36

57:36

Jude Charles runs a video production company that helps entrepreneurs tell their stories via video documentaries that pull back the veil on both their business and the person behind the business. In this special Behind The Biz episode of the Small Business Straight Talk Podcast, I sit down with Jude Charles to pull back the curtain on his life and …

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Episode 515 Build Your Agency Dream Team for 2026 with Drew McLellan 29:44

4M ago29:44

29:44

Welcome to another episode of Build a Better Agency! In this special solo cast, host Drew McLellan tackles one of the perennial challenges and hottest conversations among agency leaders: how to strategically shape your agency team for lasting success. Drawing on decades of experience and access to the financial workings of hundreds of agencies, Dre…

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