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Hayley Peters
Digital Marketing Strategy

Why We Don’t Work With Startups (with love)

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March 11, 2025

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🚀 Thinking about hiring a marketing agency for your startup? Read this before you sign on the dotted line (hint: it starts with strategy).

At Oh My Digital, we love helping brands grow. But there’s one thing we don’t do—and that’s work with startups on a monthly retainer. Not because we don’t believe in them (we do!), but because we know outsourcing too soon can actually slow you down.

🚩 Why We Don’t Work With Startups (Yet!)

  1. ROI Takes Time
    If your business isn’t bringing in $30k/month in revenue, agency fees can feel like a high-stakes gamble rather than a growth strategy. Marketing takes time, and without stable revenue, you might not see returns fast enough to justify the investment. 
  2. You Need a Solid Strategy First
    Hiring an agency without a clear customer journey, organic funnel, and brand positioning is like running a marathon without training. You might get somewhere, but it won’t be efficient—or sustainable.
  3. We Refuse to Play the “Churn & Burn” Game
    Some agencies take on startups just because they can. We don’t. We’d rather help you grow sustainably than take your money knowing the results won’t be immediate.

💡 What to Do Instead (Hint: It Starts With Strategy)


If you’re not at $30k/month yet, the best thing you can do is invest in a strong marketing strategy—not an agency retainer.

That’s exactly why we created the Digital Marketing Playbook. It’s your personalized roadmap to marketing success—so you’re not just guessing your way to growth.

What’s Inside?

A clear marketing plan so you know where to focus your time & energy
A deep dive into your customer journey to stop losing sales
A funnel strategy that makes organic & paid marketing work for you
A brand positioning guide so you stand out in your industry
A 1:1 follow-up call to make sure you’re confident in your next steps

🛤 When Should You Hire an Agency?

Here’s how to know when it’s actually the right time to outsource your marketing:

You’re making $30k+/month consistently
You’ve maxed out your DIY marketing & need expert support
You have a strong offer & proven product/service
You’re ready to scale with Paid Ads, Email Marketing & Social Media Management

Final Thoughts: Let’s Do This the Right Way 💕

We know it’s tempting to skip straight to outsourcing. But trust us—getting your strategy right first is the smartest, most sustainable way to grow.

The Digital Marketing Playbook gives you everything you need to DIY your marketing with confidence, until you’re ready for an agency to help you scale.

And when that time comes? We’ll be here, ready to be your ultimate business besties.

👉 Ready to build a marketing plan that actually works? Get your Playbook now!

🔗 Grab your Digital Marketing Playbook today

Book a no-obligation chat with us to see if our Digital Marketing Playbook is the best next step to achieve your business goals!

Ready to get started?

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