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From Working in Pubs and Nightclubs to Scaling an International SEO Powerhouse

“Ego Is the Enemy” Welcome to another episode of eCom@One with Richard Hill! In today’s conversation, Richard Hill sits down with Anthony Barone, co-founder of Studio Hawk and the driving force behind their UK expansion. Anthony Barone shares the remarkable journey of going from a career in hospitality to scaling Studio Hawk from a small Australian team into an international SEO powerhouse with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, London, and Atlanta. You’ll hear candid stories about rapid growth, building a company culture across continents, and why niche focus has been their biggest lever in sales and partnerships. Anthony Barone also opens up about the role of AI and large language models in the changing SEO landscape—and why mastering the fundamentals is now more important than ever. Whether you’re running an agency, building your own team, or just curious about the intersection of search, growth, and technology, this episode is packed with hard-won lessons, real-world advice, and a glimpse into what’s next for Studio Hawk. Let’s dive in! 00:00 "Falling Into SEO Career" 05:23 "Building Studiohawk From Scratch" 09:26 Scaling Sales for SEO Success 11:48 "Power of Specialism in Events" 14:03 Shoreditch Cool Commerce Event 17:45 "Building Networks Through Events" 23:12 "Advice for UK Agencies Expanding" 23:55 "Preparation for US Expansion" 26:56 "Planning International Business Expansion" 30:12 "Follow Core Values Intentionally" 35:25 "SEO Opportunities in the AI Era" 38:26 Navigating Marketing Challenges Efficiently 39:55 Shopify, Universal Protocol, Ads Update 43:22 "Ego Is the Enemy" Recommendation