The Builders

Entrepreneurs, get ready to dive into the world of servers, growth, and security without a hint of techy jargon (or a minor hint). In this episode, I'm sharing my personal journey from the trenches, revealing how I've navigated the complexities of servers and growth strategies without the tech overwhelm. Discover the actionable insights I've gleaned from the front lines of my own serve...

This episode explores the power of visualizing ideas through the art of graphic recording with Ashton Rodenhiser. Ashton explains how she turned her creative skills into a career as a graphic recorder, capturing the key ideas and insights from meetings, conferences, and presentations through illustrations. She discusses how graphic recording can improve meetings by helping people engage, remember...

Welcome to Episode #132 of "The Builders" podcast, hosted by me, Matt Levenhagen. In this engaging episode, I sit down with Ron, a recovering engineer turned team builder, who has set out to change the stories we tell ourselves. Our conversation isn't just about transforming team culture; it's about redefining the very art of connection and openness within teams. Join us as Ron s...

Welcome to the 131st episode of "The Builders" where I, Matt Levenhagen, your seasoned host and founder of Unified Web Design, delve deep into the why and how of building authority online. We kick things off with a throwback to my humble beginnings, navigating the treacherous waters of early online entrepreneurship, and the stash of old products that paved the way for my business's s...

In Episode 130, we dive into a fascinating conversation with David Van Beekum, one of the minds behind Tweva, a revolutionary platform that's redefining local advertising. David shares his journey from being a tech enthusiast to becoming a successful entrepreneur, and how his father's passion for sound and audio technology in the '70s influenced his career path. We delve into the compl...

In this episode of The Builders Podcast, I, Matt Levenhagen, delve into the process of navigating change and balancing business priorities while exploring new strategies. I share my journey of starting a new YouTube series on The Builders channel , a venture that was both exciting and challenging. This series was a departure from my usual style, featuring a completely new format and approach. Howe...

Welcome to Episode #128 where we delve deep into the heart of my business operations: time tracking. We'll pull back the curtain on how I've mastered this crucial aspect in running my web design agency efficiently. From invoicing to hourly tracking, discover how I've developed an intricate dance of cash flow, all while staying close to the numbers and enjoying the process. I share with...

In episode #127, I delve into a topic that's truly close to my heart: optimizing for conversions through a holistic look at website performance. This episode serves as an in-depth exploration of how every element of a website, from its loading speed to its design, influences its ability to convert visitors into customers. From an SEO perspective, we discuss the importance of site speed and rel...

Welcome to episode #126 of my podcast where I delve into my latest adventure – launching a new YouTube series. This isn't just about a new series; it's about trying something different and stepping out of my comfort zone . It's about the pursuit of impactful content, the need for success to extend reach, and balancing the technicalities of optimization with the heart of content value....

In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Kevin Palmieri, a successful podcaster and coach. Kevin shared his inspiring journey from job hopping and personal struggles to finding his passion in podcasting and coaching. He opened up about his early life, his dissatisfaction despite earning a high income, and the personal issues that led him to a life-changing decision. Kevin's story i...

In Episode 124, we are joined by Rick Girard, a pioneer in transforming the landscape of recruitment. Journey with us as Rick talks about his intriguing path from an ambitious photographer to an innovative force in the hiring industry. His transition was sparked by an unplanned twist of fate during a snowboarding trip, leading him to challenge conventional wisdom and shift from relying on gut feel...

Join us in episode 123 as we sit down with Ricardo Boggs, whose journey represents the fusion of technology, business, and personal growth. His story starts with a passion for technology, ignited in the era of .com and nurtured through hands-on experiences like building computers and software. Ricardo's interest in tech led him to an education in Management Information Systems, which acted as...

Join me in this insightful episode of our podcast where I had the pleasure of hosting Kavin Patel, a seasoned entrepreneur and the co-founder of Convrrt . Kavin shares his journey from his early hustling days to building a successful SaaS company focused on conversion optimization . We delve into the world of white labeling , discussing its potential and why more companies are choosing to focus on...

In this enriching episode, we journey with Angela Mulrooney, an expert in mastering authenticity in personal branding . Angela, originally a dentist, found her true calling in helping others discover their unique voice and brand identity. Her transformative journey from babysitting riches, through dentistry, to becoming a personal branding maestro is as captivating as it is inspiring. Angela's...

Welcome back to another solo episode of our podcast, Episode 120 (Pt 2.. Listen to Part 1 for full context: Ep. 116 ). This time, I take you on an exciting journey of our transition from Trello to ClickUp for project management. In this episode, I share the process, challenges, and insights we gained while transitioning our team from Trello to ClickUp . This move was a significant one for us. The...

In Episode 119 of my solo podcast, I dive into the importance of building strong relationships with agency partners and clients in the digital marketing and web design industry. I share my experiences of how focusing on relationships rather than just getting projects done has had a significant impact on my business growth and revenue consistency. I discuss how building relationships leads to accou...

In this episode of The Builders Podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of AJ, a successful eCommerce marketing consultant. From his early days creating courses and helping companies with content development, KPIs, and analytics, to finding his true calling in eCommerce, AJ shares valuable insights and experiences that have shaped his approach to marketing and strategy. Learn about AJ's &q...

Hi, I'm Matt Levenhagen, and in Episode 117 of my podcast, we dive deep into the importance of ongoing marketing and website improvement efforts for any business! I'll be sharing my own experiences and examples of how my agency, Unified Web Design, LLC, has been continuously improving our websites and marketing strategies. Throughout this episode, we'll discuss the benefits of continuo...

In Episode 116 of our podcast, I (Matt Levenhagen) take you on a journey through the process of considering a switch from Trello to ClickUp as the project management tool for my growing agency. With a larger team and multiple roles to manage, I discuss the importance of finding the right tool to streamline operations and improve overall efficiency. Throughout the episode, I share the key steps I f...

In this podcast episode, I dive deep into the world of custom web design and discuss the 'why' behind choosing a custom approach. As the owner of a web design agency, I share my unique approach and process for creating custom websites without starting from scratch. Discover how my team and I use a mix of boilerplates, third-party features, and our in-house tools to deliver the perfect bala...

Welcome to a special episode of The Builders Podcast! I asked my audience on social media to submit their burning questions on digital marketing, web design, SEO, and more. However, I took an interesting twist: since no one actually submitted any questions (everyone must know everything already, haha!), I turned to ChatGPT to generate 10 engaging questions from various digital marketing personas....

In this solo episode, Matt shares his personal experiences with self-doubt, past failures, and the transformative power of visualization in driving business success. He opens up about his own struggles with thoughts like "things are going too well" and how he's learned to conquer those fears doing something similar to meditation and letting go of negative thoughts. Matt discusses his...

In this solo episode I share a number of changes I’ve recently made in my agency to help streamline, simplify things that will help us focus our energy on those things that have a greater impact, fit our vision, strategy and have the most potential. In any business, decisions have to be made. Sometimes that means phasing initiatives out. Sometimes that’s consolidating or eliminating something comp...

In this episode, we are joined by Edwin Carrion, a self-proclaimed God-made millionaire and successful entrepreneur who started his journey by washing cars to make money for what he wanted at the time. Edwin shares a couple life-changing events that influenced and shaped him as a person and brought him closer to God. He shares his experience building a 20 million dollar company and what he did whe...

In this episode, John Mendez shares his story of how he discovered the power of entrepreneurship and the impact of books in shaping his life. Growing up, John did not have a lot of role models, but he was fortunate to be surrounded by successful entrepreneurs who inspired him to take control of his life. He found college easy, but he quickly realized that the traditional education system was not g...