How COVID Transformed a Lone Marketer into a Business Maverick

Overcoming Challenges and Building a Thriving Digital Marketing Agency: A Journey with Joshua Pink In this episode of the Small Business Breakthrough podcast, the host chats with Joshua Pink, founder of J Pink Marketing, who took the bold step to start his own digital marketing agency just before the pandemic hit in late 2019. Despite the uncertainties brought by COVID-19, Joshua managed to keep his business afloat thanks to a few key clients. He shares his experiences, from the initial fear and challenges to the pride of running a successful business for five years. Joshua offers valuable advice to aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, efficiency, and setting clear expectations with clients. Whether it's the joy of landing the first client or the strategy behind doubling a client's sales pipeline, Joshua's story is a testament to the rewards of venturing out on your own. 00:00 Introduction to the Small Business Breakthrough Podcast 00:18 Joshua Pink's Journey: Starting a Business Before the Pandemic 02:02 Surviving and Thriving Through COVID-19 03:21 The Proudest Moments and Encouragement for Freelancers 04:39 The First Client and Building a Client Base 06:29 Challenges and Successes in Digital Marketing 10:04 Unique Selling Points and Client Relationships 17:54 Lightning Round: Getting to Know Joshua 20:17 Final Thoughts and Contact Information