Case Study

From Burnout to Empowerment: Streamlining Operations, Enhancing Team Satisfaction, and Rekindling Their Passion for Business

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Meet The AdGirls Courtney (COO) and Jennifer (CEO)

Founders of a Multimillion-Dollar Ad Agency Generating Over $20 Million in Client Revenue.

The AdGirls is a multimillion-dollar ad agency that has generated over $20 million in revenue for their clients in the past few years. Co-founders Courtney (COO) and Jennifer (CEO) reached out for support to elevate their already successful business to new heights.

Challenges

  • Team Performance: The agency faced challenges with team members not meeting performance expectations, leading to some turnover.

  • Client Expectations: Managing client expectations was an ongoing task, with some clients having unrealistic expectations despite thorough onboarding processes.

  • Workload Management: Both Courtney and Jennifer found themselves overextended, dealing with daily operational issues that diverted their focus from strategic leadership.

  • Burnout: Courtney felt overworked and sought to alleviate her burnout to enhance her leadership effectiveness and overall well-being.

  • Strategic Focus: Jennifer aimed to take more time away from day-to-day operations to focus on long-term strategic goals and personal rejuvenation.

Results

  • Enhanced Team Satisfaction: The team experienced greater satisfaction, with improved performance and morale.

  • Work-Life Balance: Courtney was able to take two weeks off for a yoga training she had long desired, significantly improving her well-being.

  • Clear Purpose and Calm: Courtney reported feeling more focused, calm, and clear about her daily purpose and future vision.

  • Enjoyable Work Environment: Both Courtney and Jennifer found renewed enjoyment in their day-to-day activities, fostering a positive relationship with their business.

  • Effective Leadership: Courtney became a more effective leader, able to delegate and empower her team, leading to better overall performance.

  • Client Management: The revamped client onboarding process reduced administrative burdens and improved client satisfaction by setting proper expectations from the start.

Approach

In our 1:1 coaching sessions, we prioritized:

  • Setting Boundaries: Teaching both executives how to set better boundaries with themselves, clients, and their team to ensure a balanced workload and reduce stress.

  • Task Reallocation: Helping them identify and delegate tasks, allowing them to focus on high-impact activities only they could perform.

  • Empowering the Team: Training team members to take more ownership of their roles and make decisions independently to enhance overall efficiency.

  • Revamping Client Onboarding: Redesigning the client onboarding process to set clear, realistic expectations and enhance client satisfaction.

  • Improving Team Onboarding: Enhancing the team onboarding process to ensure new hires were well-prepared and aligned with company goals.

  • Stress Management: Providing Courtney with strategies to manage her well-being and nervous system, improving her leadership effectiveness.
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Where They Are Now

As of 2024, Courtney and Jennifer continue to lead The AdGirls with unwavering dedication and passion. Under their leadership, the agency has achieved remarkable milestones, including securing high-profile clients and launching several successful campaigns that have garnered industry recognition. Courtney, now also an advocate for women in leadership, frequently speaks at industry conferences, sharing her insights on operational excellence and the importance of fostering inclusive work environments. Jennifer, in addition to her CEO role, has been actively involved in mentoring young entrepreneurs, guiding them through the complexities of the marketing world. The AdGirls have also expanded their services, integrating cutting-edge technologies such as AI-driven analytics and immersive advertising experiences, further solidifying their position at the forefront of the digital marketing industry. Together, Courtney and Jennifer continue to inspire and innovate, driving The AdGirls towards a future filled with limitless possibilities.

Conclusion: Transforming Challenges into Triumphs

Courtney and Jennifer transformed their operational and leadership challenges into triumphs through coaching, leading to a revitalized business environment. They enhanced team satisfaction, resulting in improved performance and morale, and achieved a better work-life balance, allowing Courtney to take a two-week yoga training that significantly boosted her well-being. With a renewed sense of purpose and calm, Courtney became a more effective leader, successfully delegating and empowering her team. This shift led to a more enjoyable work environment for both partners, a streamlined client onboarding process that reduced administrative burdens, and increased client satisfaction. Ultimately, they found renewed enjoyment in their daily activities and forged a positive relationship with their business.

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