You start with a simple project. Clear goals. Defined deliverables. And then… “Could we just add a quick landing page?”“This should only take a minute…”“I showed it to my nephew, and I want to make some tweaks…” Before you know it, you’re knee-deep in extras that were never part of the plan. This month, we’re … Read more
We kicked things off with a familiar truth: most of us get our best leads through referrals — but most of us are also leaving those referrals entirely up to chance. What followed was a jam-packed conversation where we swapped tips, stories, and strategies for how to actively nurture client relationships — both during and … Read more
From first call to final handoff — how do you build a website? Do you start with discovery? Jump into wireframes? Wait for content? Design first and figure it out later? This month, we’re walking through the full project process — step by step. Come share how you run things, what’s helped you streamline your … Read more
Between January 2022 and April 2024, we did not record our Happy Hour calls (boy, those were rowdy — probably a good thing there’s no record ????). However, there are a good handful from between 2020 and 2021, which you can find in this playlist below:
In this insightful and candid group discussion, we dive deep into the challenges and strategies of hiring, outsourcing, and building contingency plans for small agencies and freelancers. Whether you’re a solo operator wondering when and how to hire your first contractor or an established agency owner navigating the complexities of managing a team, this conversation … Read more
This call focused on one of the most common struggles among freelancers and agency owners: maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Participants shared candid stories, challenges, and actionable tips for finding harmony between work and personal life. Key takeaways include: This call highlights the diversity of strategies and perspectives in The Admin Bar community and reminds … Read more
In this lively networking session, members of The Admin Bar community introduced themselves, shared their professional journeys, and discussed their agencies’ unique focuses. The call showcased a diverse range of experiences—from seasoned developers with decades of expertise to newer agency owners carving their paths in the web industry. Here’s what you can expect to gain … Read more
In this Happy Hour call, we dove deep into the value and process of offering paid discovery services for website projects. We explored how paid discovery can lead to better project outcomes, avoid scope creep, and set clear client expectations. The discussion included practical advice on how to structure and price discovery (e.g., flat fees … Read more
In this Happy Hour call, SEO expert Pete Everitt joined us to tackle the ever-evolving world of search rankings, content strategy, and algorithm changes. Pete shared invaluable insights about Google’s Helpful Content Update, what it really means for content creators, and how it has impacted both winners and losers in the SEO game over the … Read more
In this Happy Hour, we dove into the hosting world with a casual yet insightful discussion about everything from support quality to managing unique client needs. Hosting experts from several companies joined the conversation, bringing invaluable knowledge about the industry. We kicked things off with a poll on hosting satisfaction, leading to a lively chat … Read more