Overview

Matthew’s journey started with a strong foundation in landing page optimization and CRO for e-commerce brands. His innovative use of cold email and a self-liquidating paid ad funnel allowed him to scale rapidly. A shift in focus from direct-to-brand outreach to white-label partnerships further amplified his growth. Joining Client Ascension provided him with the tools and strategies to optimize his processes, which ultimately positioned his agency for a successful acquisition.

What It Meant for the Business

• Strategic Growth: The shift to a pay-per-appointment model not only enhanced client acquisition but also transformed the approach to sales and marketing. This change led to more predictable revenue streams and allowed the business to scale efficiently without sacrificing quality or customer satisfaction.
• Increased Client Retention: Referrals, which became a significant revenue source, highlighted the importance of delivering consistent results and building strong client relationships. The business saw a marked increase in customer loyalty, which further fueled organic growth.
• Market Positioning: Expanding revenue from $15k to $21k in just 16 days changed how the business viewed its market positioning. With the added revenue, the business was able to invest in new tools and resources that opened up additional growth opportunities, positioning it for long-term success.

Key Takeaways from the Interview

• Leveraging Cold Email for White-Label Partnerships: Switching from e-commerce brands to paid ad agencies for white-label partnerships allowed Matthew to grow his client base to 77 clients paying $5,000/month. This pivot created a consistent revenue stream with minimal client acquisition costs.
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• The Power of Self-Liquidating Offers: Matthew’s lead magnet-based paid ad funnel drove $7,000/day in ad spend while self-liquidating costs through landing page template sales. This created a pipeline of warm leads who converted into high-ticket clients.
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• Focused Operations for Profitability: By limiting his offerings to landing pages and CRO, Matthew maintained a 70% profit margin while scaling his operations. This approach allowed him to deliver results efficiently and remain competitive.
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Before Client Ascension

Challenges:

• Reliance on referrals for client acquisition.
• Lack of diversified lead-generation strategies.
• Limited scalability due to manual processes.

Goals:

• Streamline operations with a productized service offering.
• Implement scalable lead-generation channels.
• Increase enterprise value for an eventual exit.

How Client Ascension Helped Matthew Achieve These Results

Cold Email Expertise: Provided systems for domain setup, software integration, and email writing to scale outreach.
Scaling Strategy: Guidance on partnerships and white-label opportunities to amplify revenue streams.
Community Support: Access to expert coaches and a network of entrepreneurs to refine operations and prepare for acquisition.

Parting Words

Matthew Larson credits Client Ascension with equipping him to scale his agency effectively and achieve a successful exit. He emphasizes the importance of combining cold email, paid ads, and partnerships for diversified growth.

Future Plans

• Invest in personal branding and media partnerships.
• Explore new business ventures with a focus on productized services.
• Share his expertise with other entrepreneurs through consulting.

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