Better growth execution

If your growth strategy is trying out random tactics, it’s broken. Some things work, but nothing compounds. Without a system, growth stays random and unstable.

From random efforts to a repeatable growth system

Before

Grinding for growth

If your growth strategy is trying out random tactics, it’s broken. Some things work, but nothing compounds. Without a system, growth stays random and unstable.

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Wins feel random, not repeatable.

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More tactics, same results. Nothing moves the needle.

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Effort increases, but growth doesn’t.

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Revenue plateaus instead of compounding.

Better growth execution
After

Growth on autopilot

When execution is structured, small improvements stack over time, creating a predictable, scalable system. Growth doesn’t become possible—it becomes inevitable.

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Small improvements compound into big results.

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A structured execution plan removes guesswork.

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Growth becomes a machine, not a gamble.

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Your team works smarter, not harder.

Why growth feels harder than it should

Most businesses work on the wrong things. They assume their growth problem is not enough leads, not enough traffic, or not enough sales. But adding more activity doesn’t fix the real issue.

Growth isn’t about doing more—it’s about removing bottlenecks and increasing throughput. To make growth predictable and scalable, you need to fix these four interconnected growth engines. They don’t work in isolation—each one reinforces the others. If one is broken, the whole system stalls.

Growth is the outcome of 4 growth engines:

Demand generation

Growth starts with demand—without it, sales rely on luck. The problem isn’t just traffic; it’s attracting the right audience with the right message so they engage and convert.

These are the challenges:

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Lack of consistent lead generation

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Inefficient outreach and engagement

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No structured content or paid strategy

Demand generation

Marketing funnel

Getting traffic is one thing—turning it into leads is another. A weak funnel means prospects drop off before they even reach sales. Without a structured approach, conversion rates stay low.

These are the challenges:

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Low conversion rates at key journey points

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Leads don’t convert into meetings

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Poor nurturing sequences

Marketing funnel

Sales pipeline

Even with strong demand and a steady flow of leads, deals stall without a structured sales process. Without consistency, follow-ups get missed, prospects ghost, and conversion rates drop.

These are the challenges:

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Prospects stop responding—too many deals go cold.

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Everyone has a different process, creating inconsistent results.

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No clear follow-up system—deals slip through the cracks.

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Contract value

Revenue shouldn’t rely solely on closing new customers. Without a structured approach to pricing, upsells, and retention, businesses stay stuck in a cycle of constantly chasing new deals.

These are the challenges:

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No clear pricing or upsell strategy—money is left on the table.

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Clients churn because they don’t see long-term value.

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Growth depends too much on new business to hit revenue targets.

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How we help you solve it

Free audit

Growth Machine Scan

Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Identify the biggest blocker holding back your growth
Get personalised insights and actionable quick fixes
Option to book a free call for tailored tool stack advice
Do it yourself

Compound Growth Course

Master Compound Growth at your own pace—perfect for individual marketers and consultants who want a structured, repeatable way to grow.

Learn how to build a scalable growth system
Apply the four growth engines step by step
Create compounding revenue over time

Best for individuals

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Watch at your own pace

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Individual course access

Done with you

Compound Growth Programme

A structured, hands-on programme designed for teams that want to fix bottlenecks, systemise execution, and scale growth predictably.

Fix what’s slowing growth—identify and remove key bottlenecks
Build a structured execution plan that compounds results
Work through six workshops with expert guidance
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Best for teams

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A structured 14-week execution plan

Team access

10

course licenses

Why Solid Growth works

Portrait Ewoud Uphof by Maikel Thijssen

Ewoud Uphof

Solid Growth helps B2B service companies scale — not with random tactics, but with clear systems that align marketing and sales into one predictable growth engine. Built on 13 years of hands-on experience — helping teams move from firefighting to predictable, repeatable revenue growth.

15 years experience

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1,500 marketers trained since 2015

Exited 6 companies

Should we fix our operations first, or can we implement systemised growth right away?
What’s the difference between growth operations and systemised growth?
We’re constantly testing new ideas, but nothing seems to scale. What’s missing?
How do we move beyond disconnected marketing and sales efforts?
Our growth has stalled, or we’ve hit a plateau. How do we break through it?

What we do

Better growth infrastructure

Free audit

Growth Machine Scan

Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Identify the biggest blocker holding back your growth
Get personalised insights and actionable quick fixes
Option to book a free call for tailored tool stack advice

Growth Machine Programme

Free up a full day every week to focus on growth. We'll fix the systems, tools, and workflows holding your team back.

Better growth execution

Video course

Compound Growth Course

Master Compound Growth at your own pace—perfect for individual marketers and consultants who want a structured, repeatable way to grow.

Learn how to build a scalable growth system
Apply the four growth engines step by step
Create compounding revenue over time
Free audit

Growth Machine Scan

Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Identify the biggest blocker holding back your growth
Get personalised insights and actionable quick fixes
Option to book a free call for tailored tool stack advice

Compound Growth Programme

A structured, hands-on programme designed for teams that want to fix bottlenecks, systemise execution, and scale growth predictably.

Content hub

Over the years, I’ve created a library of content to help you navigate this challenge—from in-depth articles and tool recommendations to guides, books, and resources. Below, you’ll find everything you need to explore and improve this area of your business.

While all of this content is freely available, remember that it’s just one piece of the bigger picture. True transformation happens when these insights are applied systematically. That’s exactly what we do in my two programs—bringing structure, automation, and efficiency to help you scale without the grind.

Dive into the resources below and start optimising, or if you’re ready to take the next step, explore how we can work together.

Topic

Growth Foundations

Optimise the engine room of growth. Tools, workflows, and systems to streamline operations and reduce fires, tailored for growth teams.

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Growth Foundations
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Compound growth

Compound growth is about using leverage to create exponential outcomes in business. Instead of relying on isolated tactics, it involves optimising multiple interconnected factors that work together.

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Compound growth
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Demand generation

Growth starts with demand—without it, sales rely on luck. The problem isn’t just traffic; it’s attracting the right audience with the right message so they engage and convert.

See topic
Demand generation
Topic

Marketing funnel

Getting traffic is one thing—turning it into leads is another. A weak funnel means prospects drop off before they even reach sales. Without a structured approach, conversion rates stay low.

See topic
Marketing funnel
Topic

Sales pipeline

Even with strong demand and a steady flow of leads, deals stall without a structured sales process. Without consistency, follow-ups get missed, prospects ghost, and conversion rates drop.

See topic
Sales pipeline
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Contract value

Revenue shouldn’t rely solely on closing new customers. Without a structured approach to pricing, upsells, and retention, businesses stay stuck in a cycle of constantly chasing new deals.

See topic
Contract value
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Growth Strategy

Growth strategy is about leveraging the right factors to drive exponential results. By optimising key growth engines, businesses can create compounding effects that accelerate long-term success.

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Growth Strategy

The best tools

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Customer research
Guide

Customer research

Understanding your customers is the foundation of effective marketing. This guide walks you through customer research methods, including interviews, surveys, and data analysis, to uncover insights that drive better messaging, positioning, and conversion.

Creating B2B ads
Guide

Creating B2B ads

Your messaging, targeting, and creative must compel action. In this step, you'll learn how to craft high-performing B2B ads that generate interest and drive engagement. By refining your positioning and campaign setup, you'll maximise conversions while keeping acquisition costs under control.

Lead capture
Guide

Lead capture

Every visitor is a potential customer. In this step, you'll learn how to optimise lead capture with better forms, landing pages, and conversion pathways. You'll remove friction and create an experience that encourages more website visitors to take action and enter your pipeline.

B2B A/B testing
Guide

B2B A/B testing

Master the foundations of A/B testing in a B2B context. This guide equips you with the tools to set up your first experiment, analyse results, and build a sustainable testing program. Ideal for professionals ready to implement and learn through action.

Lead nurture
Guide

Lead nurture

Guiding prospects through the buyer journey builds trust and increases conversion rates. In this step, you'll design automated nurture sequences that educate and engage your leads, ensuring they are well-informed and ready to take the next step when they book a call.

B2B Proposals
Guide

B2B Proposals

A great proposal accelerates decision-making. In this step, you'll learn how to craft clear, compelling proposals that align with your sales conversations, reduce friction, and increase the likelihood of getting a quick "yes" from prospects.

Better close rates
Guide

Better close rates

Confidence, urgency, and clear positioning drive sales success. In this step, you'll refine your sales strategy, improve follow-ups, and remove roadblocks that slow down deals—helping you close more opportunities faster and with less resistance.

B2B retention
Guide

B2B retention

Keeping customers for longer increases revenue without extra acquisition costs. In this step, you'll audit your CRM data to identify opportunities for better onboarding, engagement, and client success. You'll refine your retention strategies to improve customer satisfaction and contract longevity.

Blog posts

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Map your funnel and find bottlenecks
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Map your funnel and find bottlenecks

Understand where your testing efforts will have the most impact by mapping your B2B funnel and finding bottlenecks. Learn to identify what to test by leveraging analytics and a structured approach.

Launch your first A/B test
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Launch your first A/B test

The true value of A/B testing lies in learning from the results. This chapter covers how to interpret outcomes, understand what worked, and apply those learnings to future tests.

Learn from your experiments
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Learn from your experiments

The true value of A/B testing lies in learning from the results. This chapter covers how to interpret outcomes, understand what worked, and apply those learnings to future tests.

Build a repeatable, scalable process for A/B testing
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Build a repeatable, scalable process for A/B testing

Move beyond one-off experiments and create a sustainable, repeatable framework for A/B testing that drives consistent improvements. Learn how to scale your efforts by refining your process and prioritising impactful tests.

MiroMiro

Miro

Miro is a collaborative online whiteboard tool that enables teams to brainstorm, map workflows, and visualise ideas in real time.

HubSpot Marketing HubHubSpot Marketing Hub

HubSpot Marketing Hub

HubSpot Marketing Hub is a B2B marketing automation platform with CRM integration, powerful workflows, and multi-channel marketing tools for scalable growth.

Customer.ioCustomer.io

Customer.io

Customer.io is a flexible automation platform designed for precise segmentation and real-time messaging, ideal for B2B service businesses.

OmnisendOmnisend

Omnisend

Omnisend is an all-in-one marketing platform designed for e-commerce businesses. With powerful automation and seamless integrations, it helps businesses scale their email and SMS marketing efforts effortlessly.

Adobe MarketoAdobe Marketo

Adobe Marketo

Marketo is an enterprise-level marketing automation tool with AI-driven personalisation and lead management, ideal for large B2B companies.

EloquaEloqua

Eloqua

Oracle Eloqua is an enterprise-grade marketing automation tool with lead scoring, predictive analytics, and multi-channel campaign management.

SlackSlack

Slack

Slack is a real-time messaging and collaboration tool designed for teams to communicate efficiently, share files, and integrate workflows.

ApolloApollo

Apollo

Apollo.io is a sales intelligence and engagement platform that helps B2B sales teams find leads, enrich data, and automate outreach.

MakeMake

Make

Make (formerly Integromat) is a powerful workflow automation tool that allows users to build complex, multi-step automations with a visual drag-and-drop interface.

LemcalLemcal

Lemcal

Lemcal is a scheduling tool built for sales outreach, offering personalised booking pages and seamless lead qualification.

SpectacleSpectacle

Spectacle

Learn which keywords, campaigns and ads are actually driving LTV (Lifetime Value). The first revenue attribution software tailored specifically to the needs of SaaS and subscription-based companies.

SEMrushSEMrush

SEMrush

SEMrush is an all-in-one SEO, content marketing, and competitor analysis platform, offering tools for keyword research, backlink tracking, and technical SEO audits.

UnbounceUnbounce

Unbounce

Unbounce is a conversion-focused landing page builder with AI-powered optimisation and testing tools for marketers.

ManyChatManyChat

ManyChat

ManyChat is a chatbot and automation platform designed to help businesses engage customers via Facebook Messenger, WhatsApp, and Instagram DMs.

LeadpagesLeadpages

Leadpages

Leadpages is an easy-to-use landing page builder for businesses looking to generate leads and conversions without needing technical expertise.

InstapageInstapage

Instapage

Instapage is a landing page builder designed for high-converting, fast-loading pages with A/B testing and optimisation tools.

GmailGmail

Gmail

Gmail is a widely used email platform that integrates seamlessly with business tools, providing reliable communication, security, and productivity features.

KeapKeap

Keap

Keap is an all-in-one CRM, sales, and marketing automation platform designed for small businesses to manage contacts, automate follow-ups, and close more deals.

FolkFolk

Folk

Folk is a modern, lightweight CRM designed for startups and small teams to manage relationships, sales pipelines, and outreach in a flexible, user-friendly way.

JustunoJustuno

Justuno

Justuno is an AI-powered conversion rate optimisation tool for eCommerce and B2B websites, offering pop-ups, banners, and targeting features to improve lead capture.

Traction (channels)
Book summary & review

Traction (channels)

Gabriel Weinberg

Discover the 19 traction channels that successful startups use to systematically acquire customers and scale efficiently.

The Pumpkin Plan
Book summary & review

The Pumpkin Plan

Mike Michalowicz

Discover how to focus on your best customers, eliminate distractions, and scale your business with clarity and purpose.

Traffic secrets
Book summary & review

Traffic secrets

Russel Brunson

Master proven strategies to attract consistent traffic, engage your ideal audience, and grow your business online.

$100M Offers
Book summary & review

$100M Offers

Alex Hormozi

Learn how to craft irresistible, high-value offers that attract customers and command premium pricing with ease.

$100M Leads
Book summary & review

$100M Leads

Alex Hormozi

Build scalable systems to generate, nurture, and convert high-quality leads for consistent growth.

The Science of Selling
Book summary & review

The Science of Selling

David Hoffeld

Master evidence-based sales techniques to understand customer psychology, overcome objections, and close deals confidently.

Expert secrets
Book summary & review

Expert secrets

Russel Brunson

Turn your expertise into a thriving business by building a loyal audience and selling with proven strategies.

Breakthrough Advertising
Book summary & review

Breakthrough Advertising

Eugene M. Schwartz

Learn timeless principles of ad psychology to create campaigns that resonate deeply and drive sales.

Good Strategy Bad Strategy
Book summary & review

Good Strategy Bad Strategy

Richard Rumelt

Learn what separates effective strategies from weak ones and how to craft focused, impactful plans for success.

Wiki articles

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Further reading

Better growth execution

Video course

Compound Growth Course

Master Compound Growth at your own pace—perfect for individual marketers and consultants who want a structured, repeatable way to grow.

Learn how to build a scalable growth system
Apply the four growth engines step by step
Create compounding revenue over time

Best for individuals

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Watch at your own pace

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Individual course access

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Lifetime access + updates

Free audit

Growth Machine Scan

Find and fix what’s slowing your team down. This free scan assesses your marketing, sales, and automation setup, giving you clear recommendations to improve efficiency and eliminate bottlenecks.

Identify the biggest blocker holding back your growth
Get personalised insights and actionable quick fixes
Option to book a free call for tailored tool stack advice

Compound Growth Programme

A structured, hands-on programme designed for teams that want to fix bottlenecks, systemise execution, and scale growth predictably.

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