Why 87% of Social Media Agencies Fail in Year One (I Almost Did Too)

Podcast: Build Different · Jake Rivera

Opublikowano: 2026-10-23

Most people think starting an SMMA is easy money - post some Instagram ads, collect monthly retainers, profit. Jake Rivera is about to shatter that fantasy. 87% of social media marketing agencies fail within 12 months, and the reasons will probably shock you. Jake breaks down the brutal math behind SMMA failures: 60-80 hour work weeks that pay less than minimum wage, client acquisition costs that have exploded 340% since 2020, and the $15,000 minimum you actually need just to survive year one. This isn't another "hustle harder" pep talk. It's the reality check that could save you months of financial pain. 🎯 What You'll Learn: • Why 7...