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Automate Your AgencyHow to run team meetings that create results!Send us a textIf your remote team feels disconnected and your Slack channels are ghost towns, it's not your team that's the problem—it's your meeting strategy.While Alane was captivating audiences on the West Coast, Micah sat down with our behind-the-scenes podcast editor Beau Cunningham to reveal the meeting framework that is transforming our remote team into a collaborative powerhouse.In this episode of Automate Your Agency, they break down how a simple 60-minute Monday gathering accomplishes what endless Slack messages and one-way leadership announcements never could—creating actual team connection, idea...2025-05-1917 min

Found in TranslationDid the Roman Centurion Have a Boyfriend? – Matthew 8 & 9 with Micah BelongBounary-transgressing love and overcoming ableism are at the heart of the very first stories Matthew tells about Jesus after his big Sermon on the Mount. There's oodles of anti-authoritarian mischief and delightful queer energy brimming in these tales.Episode highlights:ableism and leprosy,Jesus' massive shoutout to a queer Centurion,the only person in the Bible outside the holy family to submit to their spouses,whether Brandon Johnson is willing to add a winking emoji to the LIT bible,antisemitic vibes of some texts,problems with the economic convenience of pigs and people tormented by demons.2025-05-161h 11

Automate Your AgencyTemplate everything!Send us a textLet’s be honest: you’re probably spending way too much time reinventing the wheel every day-and so is your team.In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane and Micah get straight to the point. They’re here to show you that templates aren’t just another bland productivity tip-they’re actually the secret sauce behind real business growth and smooth automation.Think about it: How many different ways does your team answer the same client questions? Why does every project kickoff feel totally different depending on who’s in charge...2025-05-1222 min

Automate Your AgencyHow to automatically turn client meetings into instant actionsSend us a textIf you're leading a team or running a service-based business, you know meetings are a necessary evil for building relationships and keeping things moving forward.Truthfully, the worst part about having a meeting is not the meeting itself, but having to summarize it, delegate tasks, send follow-ups, and somehow keep everyone aligned afterward.In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane and Micah share how AI meeting tools are doing the heavy lifting—turning conversations into clear summaries, action items, and providing the key details you need to quickly dr...2025-05-0517 min

Automate Your AgencyTop 5 ways to automate sales in May 2025Send us a textLanding that big client feels amazing—but you know what feels even better? Making that sale without sacrificing half your profit margin on endless sales calls, proposal drafting, and all those other non-billable hours.In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane and Micah reveal how they've transformed their sales process using AI, allowing them to pursue more opportunities while spending dramatically less time on each one. The result? Higher margins, less busywork, and a sales system that practically runs itself.You'll discover:A fresh approach to...2025-04-2819 min

Automate Your AgencyHow Slack, Teams, Text, and Email notifications actually kill your productivitySend us a textEver feel like you're constantly being pulled in a million directions—Slack, email, texts, pings, dings, and buzzes? Suddenly, you’ve jumped between five things and finished none of them. Sound familiar?That's exactly why we recommend turning off all notifications No banners. No buzzes. No red bubbles shouting for attention. Just quiet. In Episode 46 of Automate Your Agency, Alane and Micah talk about the surprisingly simple mindset shift that allowed us to reclaim focus, how we handle the fear of missing something urgent, and why turning off no...2025-04-2113 min

Automate Your AgencyThe delegation hack that eliminates endless questions!Send us a textAre you tired of endless emails and confusing task requests slowing down your team? I get it. Delegating can be a nightmare—misunderstandings, constant follow-ups, and wasted time. But what if you could eliminate all that with one simple tool?In this episode, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson share their favorite quick win for delegating tasks without the frustration: video-based communication. Whether it’s a quick Loom video explaining what needs to be done or a team member showing you what they’ve completed, this approach cuts down on confusion, saves time...2025-04-1414 min

Automate Your AgencyPriority Impact: Stop guessing where your business is broken!Send us a textFeeling the need for better systems in your business but unsure where to begin? Many businesses recognize inefficiencies but struggle to determine where to start. That’s why we developed the Priority Impact Review—a structured approach to identifying high-impact improvements across operations. Some of the most common challenges we find in our review? Excessive meetings. If every decision requires a meeting, productivity suffers. Data silos—when departments hold onto information rather than sharing it efficiently.There's so much more to e...2025-04-0719 min

Automate Your AgencyProject Planning 101: A must listen for Asana, ClickUp, and Monday UsersSend us a textIf your project planning feels like throwing tasks into Asana, ClickUp, or Monday and hoping for the best, we need to talk. That’s not a plan—it’s a recipe for stress, delays, and way too many “Where are we on this?” messages.In this episode, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson are keeping it real about why so many teams struggle with project planning, and how to fix it. No fluff, no corporate jargon—just simple, practical steps to help you take control of your workflow and actually get stuff done....2025-03-3118 min

Automate Your AgencyIs every client project different? Here's what to do!Send us a textManaging custom projects without a clear structure is like cooking without a recipe—chaos, frustration, and a whole lot of guesswork. Just because every project is different doesn’t mean your process has to be. Think about it, if you took on twice as many custom projects next month, would your workflow hold up? Or would everything spiral into confusion? If that second option sounds way too familiar, this episode is for you. Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson are unpacking the secret to handling custom projects efficiently—without losing flexibil...2025-03-2416 min

Automate Your AgencyThe Scalability Test: Could you double your team tomorrow?Send us a textTrying to scale without standardizing your processes is like building a skyscraper on quicksand, it’s only a matter of time before things start sinking.Here’s a question: If you doubled your team tomorrow, would everything still run smoothly? Or would it be a total disaster? That’s The Scalability Test, and if your answer makes you sweat, this episode is a must listen.Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break down why standardization is the real key to sustainable scaling. They’re getting real about the processes, templates, and syst...2025-03-1018 min

Automate Your AgencyInstantly Create Client Portals in ClickUp, Asana, and Monday!Send us a textEver spent hours pulling client updates from ClickUp just to reformat them into an email? We've been there—trapped in that never-ending cycle of double work. After years of frustration with broken solutions, we finally said "enough" and built what we've always needed: a client portal that actually connects to where your work already lives.In this episode, Micah and Alane get candid about the client communication headache we've all experienced and reveal the solution we finally built out of necessity. We dive into:The lightbulb mome...2025-03-0312 min

Automate Your AgencyStop managing tasks! Start managing workflows in ClickUp, Asana, and Monday!Send us a textUsing project management tools like Asana, ClickUp, or Monday without a solid workflow is like trying to run a marathon in flip-flops. It's messy, chaotic, and you’re probably wasting a ton of time. Newsflash: it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson drop the truth on why your workflow is probably a mess, and how to fix it. They’re not sugarcoating it: we’re talking about the real reasons your team isn’t hitting their stride and the steps to finally make your p...2025-02-2420 min

The Big Talk with Tricia BroukTransforming Anger into Empathy with Micah JohnsonToday’s guest, Micah Johnson’s life began in a Y2K cult in the woods of northern Florida. From there, he grew to sell over a billion dollars in real estate throughout Florida and the US. He has used his tough life lessons as guides and opportunities to intentionally create the life he wants. Micah finds his passion inspiring others to free themselves from the things they didn’t ask for so they can live their fullest potential life. In this episode, we’ll explore: His journey to l...2025-02-1834 min

Automate Your AgencyBONUS: Emails & Slack Are Wasting Your Time—Here’s How to Fix ItSend us a textManaging a business can feel like you're juggling a million things at once, and the last thing you need is a system that adds to the chaos. If you’re tired of bouncing between Slack, email, and who knows what else just to stay organized, this bonus episode is exactly what you need.Alane and Micah originally recorded this as a video, but we loved the conversation so much that we wanted to bring it to you as a podcast. In this episode, they share real, no-nonsense insights into how to ma...2025-02-0332 min

Automate Your AgencyWhy ‘set & forget’ automation is costing you money (and how to fix it)?Send us a textIf you think automation means pressing a button and walking away, you’re in for a rude awakening. Automation isn’t a magic wand; it’s a tool that needs your input, your strategy, and your attention to thrive.In this week’s episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson break it down: Why “hands-off” automation is a myth The mistakes that cost agencies time and money How to make automation work with you, not against you And why ignoring it could leave you playing catch-upIf you...2025-01-0618 min

Automate Your AgencyLooking Back to Plan Ahead: Our 2024 RetrospectiveSend us a textThe end of the year is the perfect time to pause and take stock of where you’ve been, and where you’re headed. But reflecting on what’s worked and what hasn’t can be both exciting and overwhelming. In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson get real about their 2024 wins, lessons learned, and the changes they’re making to set up for even bigger success. They’ll share what helped them grow and the mistakes they’re leaving behind. Tune in as they perform a l...2024-12-3019 min

Automate Your AgencyDo you need a Project Manager or better ClickUp, Asana, and Monday training to run projects smoothly?Send us a textDo you really need a project manager to keep your business running smoothly? It’s a question every growing company faces, and the answer might surprise you. Project managers can be game-changers, but they’re not always a must-have. In fact, with the right systems, tools, and workflows in place, you might find you can manage just fine without one. Sounds tempting, right? But here’s the flip side: skipping a project manager when your processes aren’t dialed in can lead to chaos, missed deadlines, and a whole lot...2024-12-2315 min

The Lucas Mack Show#307 From Leaving a Cult to Changing Culture with Micah Johnson | The Lucas Mack ShowAfter growing up in a cult, Micah Johnson found himself disillusioned from his spiritual beliefs and searched for truth outside of his community, which led him on a journey that many can relate to. He's now a profound keynote speaker and coach and is helping countless people find their truth and internal power.Find Micah at:https://www.instagram.com/micahjames07/https://www.facebook.com/micah.johnson.790/https://www.tiktok.com/@micahjjohnsonhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/micahjames07/https://x.com/MicahJJohnson7Speaker Reel 2024-12-221h 02

Automate Your AgencyHow do you overcome holding the knowledge in your head causing a bottleneck in your business?Send us a textWe all want to scale our businesses, right? But here's the thing—growth doesn’t happen by doing everything yourself. It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking you have to be in the weeds with every task. But in reality, trying to handle everything on your own is a quick way to burn out and hold your business back. In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson get honest about why you need to trust your team and stop trying t...2024-12-1612 min

Automate Your AgencyWhat do you really need in order to start automating processes?Send us a textWe’re living in an incredible time. Automation and AI can work wonders to make your business more efficient, save you time, and even cut costs. Sounds amazing, right? But here’s the hard truth: you can’t expect AI to run everything. And you definitely can’t expect to dive into automation without first rolling up your sleeves and mastering your workflows.Automation is here to support you—not replace you. Skipping the hands-on work and trying to automate too soon? That’s a fast track t...2024-12-0916 min

Uncommon Wealth PodcastWorkday Ninja with Micah JohnsonIn this enthralling episode of the Uncommon Wealth Podcast, host Phillip Ramsey delves into the fascinating journey of seasoned entrepreneur Micah Johnson. With a remarkable career that spans over two decades, Micah has witnessed the evolving landscape of business management, having successfully navigated challenging mergers and lucrative exits. Currently leading Workday Ninja, Micah is channeling his expertise into transforming company operations by harnessing the power of automation and AI.Throughout the conversation, Micah shares insights into his entrepreneurial journey, beginning from his early business experiments as a teenager to his present mission with Workday Ninja. Emphasizing the...2024-12-0233 min

Automate Your AgencyHow to create custom proposals in seconds using a CRM and proposal template?Send us a textLet's be real....drafting proposals is a pain in the butt. They may be essential, but they are tedious, time-consuming, and, for many of us, what we wind up working on when we'd prefer to be relaxing. To make things even more stressful, the longer a proposal takes to create and send, the less likely the deal is to close.It's a shame we don't have the technology for these things to write themselves...😏Newsflash! We do. 😎This week on Automate Your Agency, Alane Bo...2024-12-0216 min

Automate Your AgencyHow to build a business that runs without you using ClickUp, Asana, and MondaySend us a textEver feel like your business would fall apart if you stepped away for even a second? You're not alone. Every founder and leader has felt the exact same way at one point or another. But, what if your desire to hang on to the day-to-day operations is actually hindering growth? We're here to tell you that stepping back is often the best thing you can do, not just for yourself, but for your business too.In this week’s episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd...2024-11-2519 min

Automate Your AgencyTime for change: When should you ditch services and products that are not working?Send us a textAre you holding onto services that no longer serve your business—or worse, are draining your time and profits? Many founders face this dilemma, unsure of when and how to pivot without losing clients or momentum.In this week's episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson dive into the art of strategically evolving your offerings when it’s clear that something’s got to change.In this episode, you'll learn:How to recognize when it’s time to pivot and phase out less profitabl...2024-11-1819 min

Automate Your AgencyWhy don't your Friday lunches and snack cabinets help improve your turnover?Send us a textBuilding a strong, sustainable company culture isn't about offering perks like free snacks or Friday lunches. It’s about creating systems, fostering accountability, and building trust from the ground up.In this week's episode, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson discuss how implementing the right systems and fostering shared accountability helped transform their company culture. They share how their early struggles with burnout and high turnover were turned around by focusing on creating structure and promoting trust across leadership and teams.Tune in as they dive into:🔹 Why syste...2024-11-1116 min

Automate Your AgencyWhy perfection is killing your business growth (and what to do instead)Send us a textAs founders, it’s easy to feel the pressure to perfect every little detail before launching a new product or service. But sometimes, the best insights come from diving in and letting real demand shape what we build.In this week's episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson share the power of “selling first.” They explore why putting an idea in front of customers early—before it’s even built—can reveal critical truths about product-market fit, saving you time, money, and probably a few headaches along the way.T...2024-11-0428 min

The Invested FathersIF 55 - Why People, Not Profit, Make or Break Your Business and Life with Micah BrandenburgWe are back in the studio with our guest Micah Brandenburg, founder of Legendary Exits, a firm working across the US specializing in increasing business valuations, crafting succession plans, and optimizing growth strategies for entrepreneurs generating over $1 million in profit annually.Our conversation focuses on his transformation from corporate finance to entrepreneurship and meaningful interpersonal connections. Micah shares his journey of what sparked turning financial metrics into people-centric strategies, aiming to impact lives positively. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, purpose-driven living, and developing strong relationships both in business and in his personal life as a dad...2024-10-3048 min

Automate Your AgencyLessons learned from scaling and selling our companies: What we’d do differently If we started overSend us a textAs leaders and entrepreneurs, there's a lot we learn the hard way, but out of all of those lessons, a few nuggets of hard-earned wisdom forever change the way we operate.So that begs the question...If you could start over and still know what you know now, how would you have built your business differently?In this week's episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson reflect on lessons-learned throughout their own entrepreneurial journeys and reveal how they would alter their approach if given...2024-10-2824 min

Automate Your AgencyHow do I onboard new clients in less than 5 minutes using automation and Clickup, Asana, and Monday?Send us a textAre you losing your clients' interest before you can even get started on their projects? When it comes to a successful client engagement, speed can play a huge role in client satisfaction. Clients are typically the most excited right after signing on to the project and with each passing day, their excitement wanes, leading to frustration before work even begins. Why continue on with a laborious client onboarding process when it could be completed at the click of a button? In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Ala...2024-10-2116 min

Champion ThisEp. 22: Micah Johnson: MLB Star to Artistic Visionary - A Mission to Inspire Dreaming Without LimitsFormer MLB player turned artist, Micah Johnson, joins hosts Brianna Salvatore Dueck and Chelsea Poppens to discuss his journey from professional baseball to becoming a visual artist. Micah shares insights about his baseball career with teams like the Chicago White Sox, LA Dodgers, and Atlanta Braves, and the importance of confidence and mindset. He also delves into the inspiration behind creating the digital character Aku, a symbol of limitless dreams, and his ongoing projects aimed at inspiring and empowering others to pursue their dreams. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Micah Johnson is a former Major L...2024-10-1545 min

Automate Your AgencyNo more stagnant PDFs: What is the next generation of personalized lead magnets using automation and AI?Send us a textThese days, offering your prospects free (or mostly free) knowledge up front is a prerequisite to positioning yourself as an expert in your field. This "free" knowledge is more commonly known as a "Lead Magnet."But let's face it – most lead magnets are about as exciting as watching paint dry. What if you could turn your lead magnet from a snooze-fest into a personalized, AI-powered experience that leaves your prospects begging for more?In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson pull back the curtain on...2024-10-1420 min

Automate Your AgencyGet New Clients: How do I 10x sales with automated outreach using Lemlist or Apollo?Send us a textAs business owners and leaders, we all know that scaling your business can only be achieved when sales are consistent. It doesn't take a PhD to figure that out. Unfortunately, what can feel like rocket science, is finding the time to focus on business development while you're serving your current clients AND keeping your operations moving forward. In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson reveal how automated sales outreach can help you 10x your sales without sacrificing your valuable time.You'll learn about successful u...2024-10-0720 min

Automate Your AgencyHow do I use ClickUp like a pro?Send us a textIn the final episode of our project management system exploration series, we're diving deep into the feature-rich and highly customizable ClickUp.As ClickUp enthusiasts who've leveraged its power to streamline operations for numerous clients, Alane and Micah are here to demystify this robust platform. Join us in this episode of Automate Your Agency as Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson unpack the complexities of ClickUp and reveal their favorite features that can help elevate your business's productivity and scalability.Listen in for actionable insights on:Navigating ClickUp's...2024-09-3024 min

Automate Your AgencyHow do I use Asana like a pro?Send us a textIn our last episode, we kicked off our exploration of the Top 3 project management systems by shining the spotlight on Monday.com. Now we'll be turning our attention to the always consistent, market-leader, Asana. As certified Asana Experts and having used Asana to help scale their previous business, Alane and Micah have the knowledge you need to get the most out of Asana's features and functionality. Join us in the episode of Automate Your Agency as Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson dig into the ups and...2024-09-2325 min

Automate Your AgencyHow do I use Monday.com like a Pro?Send us a textIn the past couple of episodes of Automate Your Agency with Alane Boyd and Micah Johnson, we've talked a lot about project management systems with the intentions of answering questions like:Should I implement a project management system in my business? What do project management systems actually do? How do I choose between ClickUp, Asana, or Monday.com? We feel we've adequately covered #1 and #2, but we'd like to spend a little extra time helping you out with #3. The truth is that Asana, ClickUp, and Monday.com are all great opti...2024-09-1619 min

Automate Your AgencyHow to break free from using spreadsheets to manage projects and instead use a smarter way with ClickUp, Asana, and Monday?Send us a textIf you are managing your projects or processes in a spreadsheet, DO NOT SKIP this episode!Spreadsheets might seem like a great option for managing your operations, but trust us, you're taking a huge hit in your ability to delegate, create accountability, track progress, and so much more.In this episode of Automate Your Agency, Alane and Micah discuss the pitfalls of spreadsheet-based operations and how switching to a project management system can build stronger, more productive teams. Listen in as they share their first-hand experiences and guide you...2024-09-0915 min $5Q\'s With GentOfTech$ 5Q's With GentOfTechMicah Johnson - Bridging the Skills Gap in Digital OperationsIn this episode of 5Q's, host Michael Greenberg (https://x.com/gentoftech) interviews Micah Johnson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnsonmicah/), who shares insights on digital operations consulting, the challenges of scaling a business, and the opportunities in the current technological landscape. Micah is the founder of Workday Ninja (formerly BGBO) and on his third business venture.[00:00] Introduction and Micah's background[03:15] Micah's journey from exiting his previous business to starting Workday Ninja[06:30] Latest learning: The gap in hiring for digital operations roles[09:45] Business bet: Creating training programs for digital...2024-09-0420 min

Automate Your AgencyHow to choose the Best Project Management System for You Between ClickUp, Asana, and Monday?Send us a textAsk yourself these questions:Do you find yourself digging around to find details about a specific task that needs to be completed? Are you currently using email threads and messaging apps to manage your project collaboration? Do you have difficulty keeping track of deadlines, action items, and team responsibilities? If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, it's time you invested in a project management system. Lucky for you, we just happen to know two experts with the knowledge you need to navigate the ins-and-outs of the big 3: Asana, ClickUp, and...2024-09-0218 min