Hire the Best Lead Generation Specialists in Austin, TX
Austin, Texas
Watch my intro video to learn more about how I help clients transform their Google Ads results You'll increase your lead volume 10% in 30 days with my audit guaranteed. If I don't improve your Google Ads lead volume by 10% in 30 days, you don't pay. Recently I've: - Helped a consulting business increase leads by 30% in 30 days. - Helped a B2B ecommerce company increase quote requests by 20% in 30 days. - Helped a B2B service business increase leads by 25% in 30 days. - - - Testimonials - - - "Joseph has been a fantastic addition to my ads support. He is diligent, thorough and insightful. Joseph doesn't simply manage your account, he'll perform a comprehensive audit and implement actionable adjustments to increase lead generation and conversion. Every week he is actively in my account looking to make improvements. His input and direction have positively impacted my account. I am grateful to be working with him and I highly recommend his services to others looking for ad support." - Kevin, Marketing Director "Joe is exceptionally knowledgeable and consistently reliable when it comes to Google Ads management. He understands the platform at a deep level, communicates clearly, and always takes a data driven approach. You can trust him to optimize performance, catch issues early, and keep campaigns running smoothly." - Ryan, Google Ads Lead - - - - - - I've spent ~$20 million in Google Ads over the last 8 years, and I would be thrilled to help you improve performance by auditing your Google Ads account. Message me right now, and I can implement my ultimate Google Ads Lead Gen technique for you in the next 7 days. Best Regards, Joseph Lindsay
- Copywriting
- Email Copywriting
- Email Marketing
- Dashboard
- Google Ads
- Data Analysis
- Facebook Advertising
- Customer Acquisition Strategy
- Sales Letter
- Conversion Rate Optimization
- Google Analytics
- Google Tag Manager
- Landing Page
Austin, Texas
Most companies don’t have a marketing issues. They have a growth system problem… Leads are inconsistent. Customer acquisition costs keep rising. Marketing campaigns are running, but results are disappointing. Sales teams are busy, yet revenue growth has stalled. Founders often assume the issue is advertising, SEO, or lead generation, while the real bottleneck sits elsewhere. As a Fractional CMO and Growth Systems Architect, I help founders identify what is actually limiting growth, prioritize the highest-impact opportunities, and build practical systems that drive measurable business results. For more than 15 years, I have worked with different companies — startups, SMBs, and established companies across the United States, Canada, Europe, Asia and Middle East. Throughout 300+ projects, I have helped businesses enter new markets, improve customer acquisition, optimize marketing operations, strengthen competitive positioning, and build scalable growth frameworks. Unlike channel specialists, I do not focus on isolated tactics. My role is to understand the entire growth system, identify hidden constraints, and align marketing, sales, positioning, analytics, and execution around a clear growth strategy. Typical areas where I help clients include: • Business Growth Diagnostics & Assessments • Customer Acquisition Strategy • Go-To-Market Planning • Marketing Strategy & Leadership • Revenue Growth Planning • Market Expansion Strategy • Team Structure & Vendor Management • Marketing Operations & Process Optimization • Growth Roadmaps & Execution Oversight I am typically hired when: ✔ Marketing is active but results are disappointing ✔ Customer acquisition costs are increasing ✔ Growth has stalled and the root cause is unclear ✔ Multiple vendors or team members are working, but performance remains inconsistent ✔ Founders need senior-level marketing leadership without hiring a full-time executive ✔ A company needs a clear growth roadmap and someone capable of coordinating implementation If you need an experienced partner who can identify growth constraints, develop a practical strategy, and help turn it into measurable business outcomes, I would be glad to discuss your goals.
- Lead Generation
- Marketing Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Marketing Management
- Growth Strategy
- B2B Marketing
- B2C Marketing
- Brand Marketing
- Business Planning & Strategy
- Business Analysis
- Online Market Research
- Direct Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Market Analysis
- Internet Marketing
Austin, Texas
💻 I’m not a hacker, 🧩 strategist, 🤔 or thought leader.💰I think like a business owner to get you great ROI with your Facebook ads/Instagram ads (Meta ads), Google ads, TikTok ads, social media, and email marketing. + I get results. I've generated Facebook ads/Instagram ads (Meta ads) and Google ads campaigns for our clients that have done 10X, 20X, sometimes even 50X return on investment while building thriving communities on social media. + Mark Cuban hired me. One of his most successful Shark Tank companies brought me on to run their social media and Facebook ads/Instagram ads (Meta ads) and help take them to the next level. We doubled the ROI of their Facebook ads/Instagram ads (Meta ads). + I'm actually affordable. Unlike a lot of agencies, I deliver premium work that is actually accessible to small businesses. + I think like an owner. I'm not just here to make your Facebook ads/Instagram ads/Google ads look good. I think like a business owner and help pilot our efforts towards high ROAS and max profits for your business. Want to see if I can help you? Send me a message and we can set up a time to talk about your business. Worst-case scenario, I'm not a fit and you get a lot of helpful free advice. Best-case, I help you achieve your wildest dreams and we become friends for life. Talk soon!
- Lead Generation
- Facebook Advertising
- Social Media Advertising
- Google Ads
- Email Marketing
- Instagram Ad Campaign
- Social Media Marketing
- TikTok Ad
- Instagram Marketing
- Digital Advertising
- Facebook Page
- Facebook
- Instagram
- PPC Campaign Setup & Management
- Marketing Strategy
Austin, Texas
Most founders already have plenty in motion. A website in progress. A CRM that is only half-used. Content ideas. A few warm leads. A launch coming up. Partnership conversations floating around. A sales team asking for better materials. A list of things everyone agrees should happen soon. The real question is: which moves will actually create growth, and in what order? That is where I am most useful. I step into the business, take in the full picture, spot the strongest opportunities, connect the pieces, and turn the noise into a practical plan people can actually execute. I have spent more than 20 years working across marketing strategy, go-to-market planning, strategic partnerships, brand positioning, content, media, email marketing, CRM systems, business development, sales enablement, and implementation. *Sometimes the work begins with a first-year roadmap. *Sometimes it means sharpening the offer, choosing the right audience, and deciding which channels deserve attention. *Sometimes it means building the campaigns, content workflows, landing pages, forms, sales materials, and follow-up systems that support growth. *Sometimes it means recognizing the partnership opportunity that opens a completely new path. A few examples: * Built a consultant referral and agency partner motion for an AI MarTech platform that generated 83% of first-year revenue * Built the GTM marketing function for a B2B company and helped shape a new service line that generated approximately $85,000 in its first six months * Moved a healthcare education business from KIT into GoHighLevel, organized the database and tagging structure, added text messaging, and developed email sequences that supported $10,000+ months from email campaigns alone * Developed a strategic relationship with the Austin Business Journal as part of a broader growth strategy that helped a construction company move from more than $48 million to $60 million * Built chamber-of-commerce relationships that gathered market insight and surfaced high-value prospective clients * Created more than 60 branded, bilingual, HIPAA-compliant Formstack workflows for a regulated healthcare business * Connected a nonprofit with the corporate partner that became its largest donor * Currently developing an experiential partnership involving a well-known gaming brand and a four-season Virginia resort Clients often bring me in for: **Growth Strategy** * Marketing strategy and practical growth roadmaps * Fractional CMO and senior marketing leadership * GTM strategy, ICP definition, positioning, and offer clarity * Personal-brand and content strategy **Marketing Systems** * Email campaigns, nurture sequences, and conversion paths * CRM, lead-generation, and follow-up systems * Website, landing-page, and content planning * Sales materials, pitch decks, and outreach messaging **Strategic Partnerships** * Partner-channel strategy * Referral, agency, and consultant programs * Sponsorships and experiential partnerships * Business-development opportunities I am comfortable stepping back to understand the larger commercial problem and getting close enough to the work to help move it forward. I can identify the priorities, shape the strategy, guide implementation, and keep the pieces connected. I also bring hands-on experience with HubSpot, GoHighLevel, KIT, Formstack, marketing automation, CRM workflows, email systems, and the practical infrastructure required to support the strategy. Tell me what you are building, what feels messy, and where you are trying to go. I will help you figure out what deserves attention first.
- Social Media Lead Generation
- Web Design
- SEO Strategy
- Branding & Marketing
- Freelance Marketing
- Brand Management
- Digital Marketing
- Paid Media
- Brand Development
- Product Launch
- Internet Survey
- Influencer Marketing
Austin, Texas
⚠️ New opening! Now available for Leadership Coaching, Fractional Operations Management, 360 Reviews, Strategic Growth Planning and more My specialty is small and start-up businesses (under 50 people). I help businesses grow and scale, starting with the vision that drives it all. Educated in both classical business theory and modern practices, I bring a uniquely effective method to helping businesses find what works - really works - for them. When we partner together, I help your business to do more of what you're doing, and keep making an impact on your community. 🌐 My Focus Areas: Whether it's operations, business planning, growth and risk strategies, project management, company culture, team development, logistics systems, process improvement or leadership mindset, I help develop literacy and action plans to make your business stronger and a better place to work. 🏆 My Journey: Throughout my career, I've earned accolades for my success-first leadership approach and excellence in communications and relationship building. I firmly believe in leading by example, not just in my professional role but also in life. 📊 My Track Record: I've led cross-functional teams, streamlined operations, improved processes, reduced costs, and designed revenue forecasts. I've initiated, planned, executed, and managed projects and programs to successful completion, achieving results within budget and time constraints. 💡 What Makes Me Unique: My unique selling proposition is my ability to align multiple people and departments around common projects and resources while focusing on effective communication, risk evaluation, process optimization, and revenue forecasting. I'm a strong communicator with excellent interpersonal, planning, problem-solving, multitasking, and leadership skills. 🏭 My Work Experience: • Head of Operations (Skip, New York, NY): Restructured leadership, improved efficiencies and quality, and developed financial projections for growth and hiring needs. • Head of Project Management Office (Canopy Management, Austin, TX): Launched the Project Management Office, achieved operational needs, and standardized how projects are managed across multiple departments. • Director of Operations (Pourtastic Tastings LLC, Austin, TX): Elevated the business from a side gig to a thriving enterprise, achieving $1M in annual revenue for the first time. • Executive of Coaching Department (Charfen Institute, Austin, TX): Coached small business owners, set performance goals, and authored resources for entrepreneurs. • Financial Advisor, Head Exit Planner (Erben Associates, Austin, TX): Managed exit plans, financial and estate plans, insurance, investments, and growth and exit strategies for business owners. 🎯 My Mission: My mission is to empower entrepreneurs to go further, fostering a supportive and empowering workplace culture. I'm committed to achieving success not only in business but also in personal growth, financial security, and relationship building. 🌈 Let's Transform Together: Whether you're a startup looking to scale or an established business seeking operational excellence, I'm here to guide you. Let's embark on a transformative journey where your success knows no bounds. Together, we'll redefine what it means to thrive in business and in life. 📩 Contact Me: Feel free to reach out and discuss how we can work together to achieve your goals. 📜 Certifications: Project Management Professional (PMP) 🛠️ Technical Proficiencies: A versatile tech stack including Microsoft Office, G Suite, Slack, Hubspot, ClickFunnels, Notion, and more. Proficient in project management platforms like Monday, Teamwork, Base Camp, Jira, and more. 📚 Education: Major in Communications from the College of Charleston, Charleston, SC, 2004. 🤝 Areas of Expertise: • Operations Management • Budgeting & Forecasting • Growth & Risk Strategies • Project Management • Strategic Planning • Process Improvement • Coaching & Development • Documentation & Control • Cross-Functional Collaboration 📝 Examples of work: • Strategic planning using OKRs • Annual and quarterly planning based on EOS methods • 360° Reviews of leadership teams • KPIs and metrics tracking systems and practices • Business plan development • Financial and revenue projections • Product/service roadmap design • Product/service launches and relaunches • Online course development • Marketing and sales strategies • Business owner coaching • Leadership coaching • Employee retention and culture building • Customer journey and customer experience • Client-facing deliverables • SOPs, documentation of systems and processes, diagramming, and process mapping • Team training and workshops • Project management and change management • CRM setup and implementation • Marketing content calendars
- Project Management
- Cross Functional Team Leadership
- Documentation
- Leadership Coaching
- Growth Strategy
- Process Improvement
- Lead Generation Strategy
- CRM Software
- Business Coaching
- Leadership Development
- Training & Development
- Performance Management
- KPI Metric Development
Austin, Texas
As someone who has worked in business development and digital marketing, growing a business' revenue is my speciality. I have managed teams of 30+ sales people and trained many on the art of the cold call. I have worked with many businesses to develop the most effective outbound marketing messaging whether that be through email or direct mail. In addition to sales, I am a digital marketing expert, specially when it comes to running campaigns on Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. Some of my other talents consist website design, social media, SEO, and content strategy. If you're looking for a freelancer that pays attention to detail and maintains a high level of respect for their work, then look no further. I'd love to work with you!
- Lead Generation
- Cold Calling
- Inbound Marketing
- Outbound Sales
- Chat & Messaging Software
- Prospect List
- Email Copywriting
- Web Development
- WordPress
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