Welcome back to another episode of SEO On-Air! In this exciting installment, our host Aaron Basil sits down with Darwin Liu, Founder and CEO of X Agency. Join us as Darwin shares his incredible journey from the early days of navigating the digital marketing landscape to building a seven-figure agency. This episode is packed with invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs, digital marketers, and anyone interested in SEO and online business growth.

🎙️ Topics Covered:

🔸 Darwin’s Early Days:

Discover how Darwin Liu started his career in digital marketing.

Learn about the challenges he faced and the lessons learned from early ventures in black hat marketing techniques.

🔸 Overcoming Financial Struggles:

Hear Darwin’s candid story about accruing $30,000 in credit card debt.

Understand the pivotal moments that drove him to turn his fortunes around.

🔸 Building xAgency:

Get an inside look at how Darwin founded xAgency.

Explore the strategic decisions that led to the agency’s rapid growth to seven figures.

🔸 Importance of Branding and SEO:

Darwin shares his philosophy on choosing the right company name.

Tips on balancing SEO-friendly names with unique branding.

🔸 Digital Marketing Strategies:

Insights into the core services of xAgency: paid marketing, SEO, and email marketing.

How focusing on niche services can elevate your business.

🔸 Business Growth and Management:

The importance of bankroll management in both poker and business.

Strategies for expanding services while maintaining a strong brand identity.

🔸 Entrepreneurial Advice:

Darwin’s advice on hiring practices: why you should hire slow and fire fast.

The pitfalls of hiring friends and how to navigate tough business decisions.

Whether you’re a seasoned marketer or just starting your entrepreneurial journey, this episode is full of practical tips and motivational stories that will inspire you to take your business to the next level.

Meet the speakers

Aaron Basil
Podcast Host
Darwin Liu
Founder

Guest Bio

Darwin Liu
Founder

Darwin Liu is the Founder and CEO of X Agency, an integrated digital marketing firm with offices in Boston and Nashville. Established in 2017, X Agency specializes in paid search, search engine optimization, and paid social marketing strategies tailored for eCommerce businesses. Under Darwin's leadership, the agency has grown to a team of over 20 professionals, delivering data-driven marketing solutions that prioritize clients' return on investment and revenue growth. Before founding X Agency, Darwin gained extensive experience in digital marketing, managing strategies for large accounts with annual spending exceeding $50 million. He is recognized for his strategic approach to digital marketing and his commitment to client success.