“We’ve Worked With Agencies Before…” (And Why We’re Nothing Like Them)

Look, I get it. The word “agency” probably makes your eye twitch a little. Maybe you’re having flashbacks to endless meetings about meetings, invoices that looked like someone just randomly pressed numbers on a calculator, and results that were about as real as my childhood pet unicorn.

Why Traditional Agencies Often Fail (And Why We’re Different)

Let me tell you a secret: I never worked at an agency before starting Red Branch Media. That’s not a bug – it’s our most powerful feature. Why? Because I built RBM specifically to avoid everything that makes traditional agencies… well, traditional agencies.

The Hourly Billing Trap

Traditional agencies love charging by the hour. It’s like having a meter running during a therapy session – you’re constantly watching the clock instead of focusing on getting better. At Red Branch Media, we DON’T charge by the hour. Period. Our membership model means you get ALL marketing services at fixed, budget-friendly tiers. No surprises, no “scope creep,” no endless nickel-and-diming.

The Service Line Prison

Ever notice how traditional agencies try to lock you into specific services? “Oh, you want to pivot from social media to content marketing? That’ll require a whole new contract!” Meanwhile, your marketing needs are changing faster than fashion trends. At RBM, we believe your goals should dictate your marketing strategy – not the other way around. Our members can reallocate hours between services whenever they need to, because flexibility isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity.

The Numbers Don’t Lie (But Some Agencies Do)

Let’s talk ROI*, because that’s what really matters:

• Our clients see a 235% increase in MQL outperformance
• 134% boost in market share
• 55% improvement in search conversions
• 50% traffic increase
• Average ROI of $90 per dollar spent

And here’s the kicker – working with RBM saves you about $340,000 compared to building an internal team, and $115,000 compared to traditional agency costs. That’s not pocket change; that’s “hire-a-new-sales-star” money.

*Everyone’s results are different and highly dependent on product, fit, etc, etc, etc

Transparency That Would Make Other Agencies Blush

Remember that feeling of wondering what your agency was actually doing with your money? Yeah, we hate that too. That’s why:

• Every deliverable is planned, tracked, and fully visible in your Monday.com board
• You get weekly updates and detailed call agendas
• Our MPRs (Monthly Plans and Reports) show exactly what we’re doing and why
• You can see who’s working on what, when they’re doing it, and how it’s progressing

But What About [Insert Your Biggest Agency Nightmare Here]?

Let’s address some common agency horror stories and how we’ve designed RBM to be their opposite:

“They Locked Us Into a Long Contract”

• RBM operates month-to-month after an initial 90-day setup period
• No long-term contracts required
• Stay because you want to, not because you have to

“They Overpromised and Underdelivered”

• Our membership tiers are carefully crafted to ensure you receive everything you need
• We’re honest about what we can (and can’t) do
• If something’s beyond our expertise, we’ll connect you with trusted partners who can help

“They Kept Us in the Dark”

• Access to a shared Monday.com board shows real-time progress
• Regular communication via phone, email, and platform updates
• Transparent reporting that actually makes sense

“They Wouldn’t Let Us Control Our Own Marketing”

• Nothing happens without your approval (unless you want it to)
• You control the level of involvement
• Your pod works with you, not around you

The RBM Difference: Real Numbers, Real Results

Want to know what working with us really looks like? Here’s a peek at our actual performance metrics:

• $200 per MQL (industry average is significantly higher)
• $37.39 hourly average (try finding that at a traditional agency)
• $130 per asset creation (while maintaining quality)
• 1.4-1.9X increase in demand generation and total leads

Ready to Break Free from the Traditional Agency Trap?

If you’re tired of the traditional agency runaround and ready for a marketing partner who:

• Won’t nickel-and-dime you to death
• Provides complete transparency
• Delivers measurable results
• Adapts to your needs
• Actually cares about your success

Then maybe it’s time we talked. Because while we might technically be an “agency,” we’re nothing like the ones you’ve worked with before. And we can prove it.

Let’s have a conversation about how our membership model can deliver the results you need without the traditional agency headaches you hate. Because life’s too short for bad marketing partnerships.