In this episode of E-Coffee with Experts, Brian Steck, Owner and Web Developer of Steck Insights Web Design, opens up about his journey from side hustles and drywalling with his dad to running a fully remote web agency with a 9-person team.
Brian shares what it was really like in the early days, waking up at 4:30 AM to juggle multiple jobs, learning web design on the side, and slowly turning that into a full-time business. He talks about the tough decisions he had to make, from letting go of security to learning how to delegate and lead a team.
You’ll hear how tools like Harvest and concepts like Profit First helped him organize finances and boost profits. He also shares how they keep their remote team aligned using smart meeting habits, project management tools, and a people-first culture.
This episode is full of honest advice on growing an agency, how to avoid burnout, when to hire, and how to stop doing everything yourself.
Burnout can lead to pivotal career changes.
Hiring help is essential for growth.
Problem-solving is key to success in business.
Agency culture should prioritize relationships.
Effective tools can streamline operations.
Fear should not prevent you from starting a business.
Delegation is crucial for sustainability.
Passion in work leads to fulfillment.
