Nathan Gotch is the founder of a 7-figure SEO company, Gotch SEO. His SEO expertise has been featured on Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Huffington Post.
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3 Value Bombs
1) You can achieve better results by implementing systems and focusing on your strengths rather than trying to do everything yourself.
2) To build a service-based business, having a portfolio of results is crucial.
3) The key is to provide value, establish trust, and keep giving to build a thriving SEO business.
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Show Notes
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Today’s Audio MASTERCLASS: How to Build a 7-Figure SEO Business (From Scratch) with Nathan Gotch
[1:12] – Nathan shares something he believes about becoming successful that most people disagree with.
- Contrary to the belief that working hard is the only path to success, he has discovered that doing less in your business can lead you more to success.
[2:01] – How can you get clients when no one knows you?
- To build a service-based business, having a portfolio of results is crucial.
- Nathan created his websites to showcase his expertise and attract clients.
- Once you have a portfolio, focus on acquisition channels.
- SEO is effective for bringing in clients actively searching for your services.
- It is essential to master one channel at a time before moving on to others.
[5:05] – Nathan shares his belief that the traditional way of closing new business does not work.
- In many industries, including SEO, there is a tendency for everyone to follow the same approach without thinking outside the box.
- Instead of immediately proposing a full-service engagement, he sells a front-end offer to attract clients.
- This approach allows him to deliver value upfront and establish a commitment from the client, bypassing competition based on price.
- It is not overly complicated, and you do not need to be a genius to do it.
[8:00] – A timeout to thank our sponsors!
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[11:17] – How can you get clients to come to you instead?
- When Nathan started, he did not rely on outbound approaches to attract clients. Instead, he focused on organic marketing to bring people to him.
- In the case of SEO, he ranked for specific keywords related to high-value cities like Santa Monica, Glendale, and Beverly Hills.
- This became a significant source of leads for his business.
- Additionally, he recommends leveraging YouTube if you are comfortable with video, as it can also be a powerful source of inbound leads.
[13:58] – How can you systemize your SEO so you can scale?
- SEO can seem overwhelming with different approaches and theories, but it can be systemized for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
- The process involves setting up and testing small systems, iterating on them, and gradually improving the overall business and service.
- Simplifying systems is crucial not just in SEO but in business overall.
[16:53] – Nathan’s takeaway.
- To build a successful SEO business, start with client services for steady cash flow and valuable experience. Focus on delivering consistent value and helping clients through exceptional work and helpful content.
- Give generously and establish yourself as an authority to attract clients.
- Reinvest cash flow into scalable business models for long-term growth.
- The key is to provide value, establish trust, and keep giving to build a thriving SEO business.
[20:19] – Nathan’s call to action.
- GotchSEO.com – Learn how to become a top 1% SEO Expert!
- Gotch SEO’s YouTube
[20:15] – Thank you to our Sponsors!
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