Why Most Marketing Agencies Fail to Deliver: The Inside Story with Behdad Jamshidi

In this episode of the Share Life Podcast, I speak with Behdad Jamshidi, founder of C Jam, about his journey from engineering to marketing, the importance of human connection, and the immigrant experience. They discuss values, personal growth, storytelling, and the significance of systems in business. Behdad shares insights on mentorship, the demand for marketing connections, and how to engage effectively with clients. The conversation highlights the importance of cultivating deeper relationships in both personal and professional contexts, as well as the role of storytelling in fostering understanding and connection. Referenced Books // affiliate links // ~ Die With Zero // https://amzn.to/4hNIprM ~ Chasing Daylight // https://amzn.to/4nz2WS9 ~ Team of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln // https://amzn.to/47X3NHq ~ The Midnight Library // https://amzn.to/47oVR1J ~ CJAM // https://cjammarketing.com/ #MarketingAgency #BusinessStrategy #HumanConnection #AgencyVetting #BehdadJamshidi #ShareLifePodcast ================================= My Books ================================= ~ Get Path of the Freelancer: An Actionable Guide to Flourishing in Freelancing // Amazon // https://amzn.to/4m52IBA ~ Explore // https://www.pathofthefreelancer.com/ ~ Get The Jump: From Chaos to Clarity for Your Striving Small Business // https://amzn.to/46F6QnI ~ Explore // https://www.jasonscottmontoya.com/jump ================================= Equipment & Software - Affiliate Links ================================= ~ Riverside // Recording & Editing Platform // https://riverside.fm/?utm_campaign=campaign_2&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=rewardful&via=jason-montoya ~ Camera // AverMedia PW513 Webcam // https://amzn.to/4jqTDSF ~ Microphone // FIFINE Dynamic Microphone // https://amzn.to/46Ih8mQ ~ Fixed Lights // Amazon Bluetooth Recessed Lights // https://amzn.to/4jeqSbw ~ Light Diffuser Fabric // https://amzn.to/4jl4wVW ================================= My Other Digital Products ================================= ~ The Most Effective SEO Task // https://www.jasonscottmontoya.com/marketing/785-most-effective-seo-task ~ Path of the freelancer course // https://www.pathofthefreelancer.com/programs/courses/how-freelancers-sell ================================= My Freelance Toolbox - Affiliate links ================================= ~ Invoicing & Accounting // Harpoon // https://harpoonapp.com/features#time-tracking?via=jason ~ Time Tracking // Timecamp // https://www.timecamp.com/?kfl_ln=jason-montoya ~ Social Media Scheduler for Posting // SmarterQueue // https://smarterqueue.com/?afmc=h4 ~ Project Management // Airtable // https://airtable.com/invite/r/2i1y6kea ~ SEO Keyword Tracking // SE Ranking // https://seranking.com/?ga=3691185&source=link ~ Website Hosting // InMotion Hosting // https://partners.inmotionhosting.com/oQoMn ~ AI Voice Generation // Eleven Labs // https://try.elevenlabs.io/2yn7yrb6e9wu ~ Digital Product Shopping Cart // Payhip // https://payhip.com/?fp_ref=jason19 ================================= Disclaimer ================================= Some links in this description are part of an affiliate program, which means I earn a commission if you click and make a purchase, helping me produce more great content like this!