Gateway Capital Growth - Mike
How This Business Funding Coach Closed 43 BRAND NEW high-ticket Clients With Paid Ads In just 60 days
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Gateway Capital Growth - Mike
How This Business Funding Coach Closed 43 BRAND NEW high-ticket Clients With Paid Ads In just 60 days
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Watch our client review video for a full breakdown of the exact process and strategy our team used to generate incredible results for this client.
EARNINGS & INCOME DISLAIMER
All testimonials & case studies are from real clients. The results shown are averages and do not guarantee similar outcomes. Case studies show average results, not guarantees. Individual results may vary due to factors like effort, and market conditions.
Case Study: How Mike from Gateway Capital Growth Closed 43 High-Ticket Clients With Paid Ads In Just 60 Days...
Meet Mike from Gateway Capital Growth
Mike is the CEO, Founder, and Business Funding Expert that professionals turn to when raising capital for their businesses.
And as you can image, this is a HIGHLY competitive industry.
For several years, Mike was able to grow consistently through word of mouth…
And as great as referral clients are, there simply wasn’t enough.
Mike wanted to help more people.
He wanted to grow faster.
And that’s when he decided to work with Manic Marketing.
Meet Mike from Gateway Capital Growth
Mike is the CEO, Founder, and Business Funding Expert that professionals turn to when raising capital for their businesses.
And as you can image, this is a HIGHLY
competitive industry.
For several years, Mike was able to grow consistently through word of mouth…
And as great as referral clients are,
there simply wasn’t enough.
Mike wanted to help more people.
He wanted to grow faster.
And that’s when he decided to work with Manic Marketing.
Our Approach
Mike’s ideal client avatar is VERY specific - which meant we had to really hone in the targeting.
We needed to find a way to generate ONLY people with credit scores of 700+ who had a business open for at least 2 years, and had a clean credit profile.
So, our team decided the best course of action would be a “Quiz Funnel”
Basically, we used a custom built quiz that asked about 10 questions and was designed to filter out all the “bad fits”
From there, all we needed to do was dial in our targeting and launch the ads…
Our Approach
Mike’s ideal client avatar is VERY
specific - which meant we had to really hone in the targeting.
We needed to find a way to generate ONLY
people with credit scores of 700+ who had a business open for at least 2 years, and had a clean credit profile.
So, our team decided the best course of action would be a “Quiz Funnel”
Basically, we used a custom built
quiz that asked about 10 questions and was designed to filter out all the “bad fits”
From there, all we needed to do was
dial in our targeting and launch the ads…
The Results
💸 Total Ad Spend = $20,202.39
📊 Total Qualified Leads Generated = 554
📅 Total Booked Calls = 302
🎯 Average Show Rate = 72%
👋 Estimated Shown Calls = 217
🎯 Average Close Rate = 20%
📊 Estimated Sales Generated = 43
💰 AVG Cost of Service = $5,000
🤑 ROI = 10.6:1
Estimated Revenue Generated After Just 60 Days= $215,000 --- 🤯💸📈
The Results
💸 Total Ad Spend = $20,202.39
📊 Total Qualified Leads Generated = 554
📅 Total Booked Calls = 302
🎯 Average Show Rate = 72%
👋 Estimated Shown Calls = 217
🎯 Average Close Rate = 20%
📊 Estimated Sales Generated = 43
💰 AVG Cost of Service = $5,000
🤑 ROI = 10.6:1
Estimated Revenue Generated After Just 60 Days= $215,000 --- 🤯💸📈
The Takeaway
Organic marketing and word of mouth are great - but they can only take you so far...
When you really want to pump up the volume, paid ads can be like gasoline pouring on an open flame.
BUT - if you're working with the wrong agency, those ad dollars can go down the drain.
When your ready to run ads, do your research and make the right choice.
Find someone that understands your audience, and how to put you in front of the right eyeballs.
PS... if you haven't guessed already, that's us ;)
The Takeaway
Organic marketing and word of mouth are great - but they can only take you so far...
When you really want to pump up the volume,
paid ads can be like gasoline pouring on an open flame.
BUT - if you're working with the wrong agency, those ad dollars can go down the drain.
When your ready to run ads, do your research and make the right choice.
Find someone that understands your audience, and how to put you in front of the right eyeballs.
PS... if you haven't guessed already,
that's us ;)
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What Our Clients Are Saying...
Real Clients. Real Results.
Mitch A. Nelson
General Partner of Funding Impact
"Top Tier. Honestly - one of the most reputable and reliable marketing firms I've ever worked with.
I've worked with 5 different agencies before coming to Manic - and NONE of them cared about the success of my business as much as the Manic team does.
Highly recommend at least having a conversation with the team to see if they can help you as much as they've helped me."
Marcus Wendt
C.E.O of Awareness Business Group
"There are a TON of marketing agencies out there just trying to make a buck.
And to be honest - before I started working with Manic, I assumed they were just like all the others.
I was wrong.
The results they have produced for my company are nothing short of amazing.
I could not have asked for a better marketing firm."
Michael Irizarry
Founder of Gateway Capital Growth
"I wanted to start a new business - but knew NOTHING about marketing. All I knew is that if I was going to be success I needed a strong team to get me there.
Manic Marketing is that team.
Within just DAYS of running ads I was FLOODED with new clients.
The team there is sharp - and genuinely cares about the results they produce.
So thankful to have found them"
What our clients are saying...
Real Clients. Real Results.
Mitch A. Nelson
General Partner of Funding Impact
"Top Tier. Honestly - one of the most reputable and reliable marketing firms I've ever worked with.
I've worked with 5 different agencies before coming to Manic - and NONE of them cared about the success of my business as much as the Manic team does.
Highly recommend at least having a conversation with the team to see if they can help you as much as they've helped me."
Marcus Wendt
C.E.O of Awareness Business Group
"There are a TON of marketing agencies out there just trying to make a buck.
And to be honest - before I started working with Manic, I assumed they were just like all the others.
I was wrong.
The results they have produced for my company are nothing short of amazing.
I could not have asked for a better marketing firm."
Michael Irizarry
Founder of Gateway Capital Growth
"I wanted to start a new business - but knew NOTHING about marketing. All I knew is that if I was going to be success I needed a strong team to get me there.
Manic Marketing is that team.
Within just DAYS of running ads I was FLOODED with new clients.
The team there is sharp - and genuinely cares about the results they produce.
So thankful to have found them"
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It's really simple. We help our clients...
📣 Generate MORE Leads
📅 Book MORE Appointments
💰 Close MORE Deals
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Want To Know More About What We Do?
We help our clients...
📣 Generate MORE Leads
📅 Book MORE Appointments
💰 Close MORE Deals
If you'd like to see how - watch our a quick demo and book a call with our team. 👇
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What Services does Manic Marketing Offer?
Manic Marketing specializes in digital marketing services, including Brand Management, Email Marketing, Paid Digital Advertising, Content Creation, Consulting & Strategy, & AI Marketing Solutions
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How Long does it take to see results from Manic Marketing's Services?
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What sets Manic Marketing apart from other marketing agencies?
At Manic Marketing, we pride ourselves on our personalized approach to client relationships. We prioritize clear communication, transparency, and delivering measurable results. Additionally, our team stays up-to-date on the latest trends and innovations in digital marketing to ensure our clients stay ahead of the curve.
How much does it cost to work with Manic Marketing?
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Does Manic Marketing work with businesses in my industry?
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How can I get started with Manic Marketing?
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The Real Cost of Manual Marketing in 2026
Manual marketing feels cheaper.
It is not.
In 2026, the businesses still relying on spreadsheets, sticky notes, and inconsistent follow-up are paying more than they realize.
Not just in money.
In time.
In missed opportunities.
In stalled growth.
Let’s break down the real cost of manual marketing and why automation is no longer optional.
1. Time Is Your Most Expensive Asset
When marketing is manual, everything takes longer.
Posting content.
Responding to leads.
Following up.
Sending emails.
Tracking performance.
If you or your team spend 2–3 hours a day on manual tasks, that adds up fast.
That is 10–15 hours a week.
40–60 hours a month.
That is a full workweek spent on tasks that could be automated.
Time lost to manual marketing is time not spent closing deals or improving operations.
2. Slow Follow-Up Kills Conversions
In 2026, speed wins.
When a lead comes in, they expect a response immediately.
If your process requires someone to manually check forms, send texts, and log details, you are already behind.
The first business to respond often books the appointment.
Manual systems create delays.
Delays reduce trust.
Reduced trust lowers close rates.
A small drop in conversion rate can mean thousands in lost revenue each month.
3. Inconsistency Creates Revenue Swings
Manual marketing depends on people.
People get busy.
They forget.
They prioritize urgent work over follow-up.
One week your marketing is strong.
The next week it disappears.
That inconsistency leads to inconsistent revenue.
A marketing system runs daily.
It sends the emails.
It follows up.
It nurtures.
Even when you are focused on client work.
Consistency compounds.
4. Data Gets Lost
Manual tracking often lives in scattered tools.
Spreadsheets.
Notes.
Random CRMs that are not connected.
When data is not centralized, you cannot see what is working.
You cannot confidently answer:
What is your cost per lead?
What is your close rate?
Which campaigns are driving revenue?
Without visibility, you cannot scale.
You are guessing.
And guessing is expensive.
5. You Pay Twice for the Same Lead
If you generate a lead but fail to follow up properly, you will need to spend more money to replace that lost opportunity.
That means higher ad spend.
More time.
More effort.
Most businesses focus on generating more leads.
The smarter move is improving conversion on the leads you already have.
Automation increases follow-up frequency without increasing payroll.
That is leverage.
6. Content Creation Becomes a Bottleneck
Manual content creation slows everything down.
You brainstorm.
You write.
You post.
You repeat.
When business gets busy, content stops.
When content stops, visibility drops.
Search engine rankings decline.
Social engagement drops.
Inbound leads slow down.
That is avoidable.
Automated AI content tools can create and schedule posts across multiple platforms consistently.
That keeps your brand visible without adding hours to your week.
Manual Marketing vs. System-Based Marketing
Manual marketing is reactive.
System-based marketing is proactive.
Manual marketing depends on memory.
System-based marketing depends on automation.
Manual marketing creates burnout.
System-based marketing creates predictable growth.
At Manic Marketing, we focus on helping business owners install AI-powered marketing systems that generate leads, automate follow-up, and drive consistent revenue growth.
Our EZ Marketing Engine automates outreach and conversations.
Our Warm Email Marketing nurtures leads daily.
Our websites are built to convert, not just exist.
If you are still relying on manual marketing in 2026, the hidden cost is higher than you think.
Book a complimentary strategy call with our team here:
https://manicmarketing.com/strategy-session
When you book, you will also receive a 100% free AI Content Marketing tool that connects to your business’s social profiles and auto-posts across up to 8 platforms.
Manual marketing feels familiar.
Systems build scalable businesses.
We're on a mission to help good people build great companies! 🚀🚀
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