EP 13
Podcast
We Didn’t Just Lose the Client. We Also Lost the Plot.
From botched proposals and awkward client calls to misguided hires and free work that backfired, the guys revisit some of their most memorable missteps from nearly two decades in agency life—and the hard-earned lessons that came with them.
EP 12
Podcast
You’re Not Growing – Because You’re Afraid to Lose
From long-standing client relationships that have plateaued to misaligned expectations that silently erode trust, the guys share firsthand stories and scars that reveal why clarity, commitment, and honest check-ins are non-negotiable for sustainable growth.
EP 11
Podcast
Senior Living’s Marketing Wake-Up Call: They’re Savvier Than You Think
Nick and Michael break down the biggest shifts in senior living marketing and sales—and why many operators are struggling to adapt. With more seniors and adult children researching online than ever before, the old ways of selling are no longer enough.
EP 10
Podcast
The Biggest Lies You’ve Been Told About Marketing Success
The guys get brutally honest about why so many businesses hit a wall when trying to grow—and what they’re doing wrong. From short-term thinking to misplaced priorities, they break down the biggest mistakes companies make when trying to scale. Whether it’s spreading themselves too thin, chasing every trend, or failing to double down on what actually works, they expose the real obstacles standing between businesses and sustained growth.
EP 9
Podcast
Is Your Marketing Guy Wasting Your Time?
In this episode, the guys tackle one of the hardest but most important business strategies: staying in your lane and saying no to distractions.
EP 8
Podcast
Grow Your Business by Saying No
In this episode of The Laundry Room Podcast, Nick and Michael dive into one of the toughest but most rewarding business strategies: niching down and saying no to distractions. They discuss the challenges of trying to be all things to all people, the importance of defining your ideal customer, and the courage it takes to turn down opportunities that don't align with your strengths.
EP 7
Podcast
How Much Should You REALLY Spend on Marketing?
They break down why businesses hesitate to disclose their budget to agencies, how that lack of transparency slows down the process, and why it often leads to poor decision-making. From RFPs with missing price tags to the flawed “just give me a quote” approach, they discuss why knowing your budget isn’t just about price—it’s about clarity, goals, and getting the right return on investment.
EP 6
Podcast
Are We Losing the Human Touch in Business?
The guys take a hard look at the state of customer service today—and why it feels like businesses have completely given up on it. From post-pandemic service declines to corporate indifference, they discuss why many companies have stopped prioritizing basic human courtesy and what that means for consumers and businesses alike.
EP 5
Podcast
The Art Of Winning New Business
Hosts Michael Taylor and Nick Skislak dive into the thrill of winning new business—and the hard realities that follow. They break down the key factors that determine whether a company wins or loses a deal, from technical expertise to the human element of trust and likability.
EP 4
Podcast
How Radical Transparency Will Attract and Retain Talent
The guys tackle one of the toughest challenges in business today: finding, managing, and keeping top talent. With the average tenure in marketing agencies at just 3.2 years, they break down the key reasons why employee retention is so difficult—and what leaders can do about it.
EP 3
Podcast
This Changed How We Look at “Junk Leads”
The guys dive deep into one of the biggest missed opportunities in B2B marketing: lead nurturing. Businesses spend time and money generating leads, only to see them fall through the cracks. Why? Because most companies don’t have a system to stay in touch with prospects who aren’t ready to buy right away.
EP 2
Podcast
The Client-Agency Breakup: Why They Call It Quits
Nick and Michael take a brutally honest look at why agencies lose clients—and what businesses can do to prevent it. From unspoken expectations to poor communication, ego, and complacency, they break down the biggest pitfalls agencies face and how they unknowingly push clients away.
EP 1
Podcast
Why Sales Teams Need to Be Content Creators
In this episode of The Laundry Room Podcast, hosts Nick Skislak and Michael Taylor unpack the fundamental shift in B2B sales and marketing, diving into how companies must rethink their approach to lead nurturing, brand positioning, and sales enablement.
