685: Measuring success and succeeding at ORGANIC growth w/ Shawn Sundsvold

In this episode, host Brian Lofrumento is joined by a special guest, Shawn Sundsvold, co-owner and COO of Gold Bear Media, a marketing agency specializing in organic growth strategies. Shawn dives deep into the importance of measuring progress, tracking success, and celebrating achievements in your entrepreneurial journey. From understanding your target audience's stories to harnessing the power of social media for brand recognition, this episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice. So, sit back, grab your favorite beverage, and get ready to learn how to embrace consistency and achieve your goals as a wantrepreneur turned entrepreneur. Let's dive in!ABOUT SHAWNShawn Sundsvold is the co-owner and COO of GoldBear Media, a full-service marketing agency focused on helping coaches, entrepreneurs, and small businesses through organic growth strategies. Their goal is to build brand identity and recognition through social media strategies focused on building engagement, simple and elegant web design, and targeted SEO.Since February 2020, they’ve had the opportunity to help multiple brands and entrepreneurs build thriving 6 and 7-figure businesses, often increasing YoY revenue by 30-40% within a year while also increasing reach and engagement across their digital platformsShawn is also a certified life coach and self-proclaimed word nerd who loves the art and science of choosing the right word for the right moment.Shawn owns GoldBear Media with his wife and partner, Kelly, who herself has over 20 years of experience in marketing. Shawn and Kelly have 4 kids together, ages 19, 18, and 14-year-old twins.Prior to GoldBear Media, Shawn worked in sales and operations for Fortune 500 companies like Dell, T-Mobile, and Five Below, and has tried other entrepreneurial ventures including A/V consulting, futures trading, and real estate.LINKS & RESOURCESVisit GoldBear Media’s WebsiteFollow GoldBear Media on InstagramFind GoldBear Media on FacebookFollow GoldBear Media on LinkedInConnect with Shawn on LinkedIn