The latest BenchPress data has landed, and on the surface, the UK agency landscape is enjoying a long-awaited summer. With 60% of £1m+ agencies growing fee income and average hourly rates climbing 6% to £122, the numbers suggest a sector in full recovery mode. However, at Now Next Why, we look beneath the headlines and […]
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The marketing agency landscape is evolving faster than ever. Leaders focused on marketing agency growth need clarity, strategy and insight to navigate technology shifts, client expectations and talent challenges. At Now Next Why, we work with agency leaders to diagnose where their business truly stands and make deliberate decisions that drive sustainable growth. Here’s our
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What a state. Socially. Politically. Economically. Everywhere you look, uncertainty rules. And in agency land, it’s becoming harder to find the positives. Harder but not impossible. Why Traditional Business Growth Strategies are Failing Agencies overburdened by overheads are feeling the squeeze. Costs are rising, clients are cautious, and growth is no longer a given. But
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As we enter 2026, AI is still in the headlines. Will the bubble burst, will the government ban Grok, has AI killed the networks? Where does Jensen Huang get those leather jackets? Hype cycle aside, it is clear that clients and agencies of all stripes are still wrestling with what an AI future holds. According
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Now Next Why is gearing up for the next instalment of our agency-leader webinar series, Power Up Your Proposition on Wednesday 4th February at 10am. Designed for founders, agency leaders and strategy teams, this session will explore one of the most important drivers of agency growth heading into 2026: a sharp, distinctive and motivating agency
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A plea for polarisation and investing in your agency brand Whilst estimates vary, there’s about 30,000 agencies of all stripes in the UK. That’s a lot of competition. Especially when clients are increasingly seeking alternative automated solutions. So, whether you’re looking to acquire new clients, fresh talent or perhaps be acquired, the question is always
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“It’s lonely at the top and I don’t belong.“ The two most common statements you will hear from agency leaders. Leaders require coaching and mentoring. At the very least, it’s an outlet to let off steam. At its best, it can fix long term issues, open up growth opportunities and re-wire thinking patterns. The best
How coaching a strengths and values based philosophy can transform your leadership team… Read More »
It is clear that agency life has changed. It used to be free beers on a Friday and an annual away day team jolly. But now, with COVID having certainly accelerated things, we see the best in class agencies really thinking hard about how to treat their people. With well-being and mental health at the
Agencies in Transition Read More »
Hands up who’s heard these pronouncements (or similar) in recent times: “In the new normal, everyone’s going to want to spend less time at work, more time at home”. “Clients are looking for more agile solutions now”. “People can’t be bothered to read long copy these days”. “Agencies don’t spend enough time looking after their
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Having been on both buy and sell side, I have seen first hand how troubling this process can be. How many times have you witnessed the perfect marriage? The reality is that the buying and selling of businesses is not set up to create a win win scenario and this can so easily be undone
From Lose Lose to Win Win – Why M&A Must Change Read More »