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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📅 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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Why Visual Proof Matters More Than Ever For Flooring And Remodeling Businesses
Homeowners do not just want to hear that you do great work.
They want to see it.
In flooring and remodeling, visual proof can be the difference between someone scrolling past your business and actually reaching out for a quote.
Why Visual Proof Matters
Flooring and remodeling are visual industries.
People care about the final result.
They want to see the floors.
The kitchen.
The bathroom.
The before.
The after.
The details.
The finish.
The transformation.
A homeowner can read “quality craftsmanship” ten times and still feel unsure.
But one strong before-and-after photo can make the decision feel easier.
That is the power of visual proof.
Homeowners Are More Skeptical Now
Homeowners have been burned before.
Bad contractors.
Poor communication.
Messy timelines.
Unfinished work.
Cheap materials.
Surprise costs.
So they are careful.
They do not want to hire someone based on promises.
They want evidence.
Visual proof helps reduce doubt because it shows what you can actually do.
Not what you claim.
What you have already done.
Your Work Is Your Best Sales Tool
A great project should not disappear after the final invoice is paid.
It should become content.
Before-and-after photos.
Progress shots.
Walkthrough videos.
Material close-ups.
Client reactions.
Room transformations.
Design comparisons.
Every completed project can help sell the next one.
That means your past work should not just live in your camera roll.
It should be working for your business.
Where Most Flooring And Remodeling Businesses Go Wrong
1. They Do Not Document Enough
A lot of contractors take one quick photo at the end of the job.
That is not enough.
You need the full story.
The old space.
The demo.
The progress.
The details.
The finished result.
The cleaner the story, the easier it is for homeowners to picture their own project.
2. Their Photos Look Rushed
Blurry photos hurt trust.
Dark rooms hurt trust.
Messy backgrounds hurt trust.
You do not need a professional camera crew for every job.
But you do need clean, clear photos.
Good lighting.
Straight angles.
No clutter.
No tools scattered everywhere in the final shot.
Your photos should make the work look as good online as it does in person.
3. They Post Without Context
A pretty photo helps.
A pretty photo with context works harder.
Tell people what changed.
What material was used.
What problem was fixed.
What the homeowner wanted.
What made the project challenging.
What the final result improved.
Context turns a photo into a sales asset.
4. They Forget To Show Trust
Visual proof is not just about the finished project.
It is also about showing the process.
Clean job sites.
Protected floors.
Organized tools.
Professional team members.
Clear communication.
Respect for the home.
Homeowners want to know the work will look good.
They also want to know the experience will not be a nightmare.
Show both.
How Visual Proof Helps You Convert More Leads
Visual proof builds confidence fast.
It answers questions without a long explanation.
Can this company handle my type of project?
Do they do clean work?
Do they have experience?
Does their style match what I want?
Do their results look professional?
When your content answers those questions visually, the lead feels warmer before they ever contact you.
That makes the sales conversation easier.
How AI Can Help Turn Projects Into Content
Most flooring and remodeling businesses have great projects but weak content systems.
That is where AI can help.
AI can turn project photos into captions.
Before-and-after posts.
Blog ideas.
Email updates.
Service page content.
Lead follow-up messages.
Project case studies.
FAQ content.
The work is already done.
AI helps turn it into marketing that keeps working.
That means your finished projects can help generate more leads instead of sitting unused on someone’s phone.
Where Manic Marketing Fits In
At Manic Marketing, we help business owners use AI marketing tools to generate more leads, book more appointments, and close more sales.
For flooring and remodeling businesses, that means helping turn your work into marketing that actually supports growth.
Your photos, project stories, reviews, and service details can become content that builds trust before the first call.
AI helps make that process faster and more consistent.
Less scrambling for what to post.
More proof-driven marketing that helps homeowners choose you.
The Bottom Line
Visual proof matters because homeowners believe what they can see.
Your completed projects are not just finished jobs.
They are trust builders.
Sales tools.
Content assets.
And proof that you can deliver.
If you want more remodeling and flooring leads, start showing the work better.
Show the before.
Show the process.
Show the result.
Show the proof.
If you want help using AI to turn your project photos, reviews, and service content into a stronger lead generation system, schedule a complimentary strategy call with the Manic Marketing team here:
https://manicmarketing.com/strategy-session
When you book, you will also get access to a 100% free AI Content Marketing tool that connects to your business social media profiles and uses AI to create and auto-post content across up to 8 platforms.
We're on a mission to help good people build great companies! 🚀🚀
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