Why Agencies Lose Clients In The First 90 Days (And How To Stop It)
Most client churn happens in the first 90 days, not month six. This phase-by-phase onboarding framework shows agencies how to keep clients engaged and retained.
Sophie Brannon is the Co-Founder & Director of StudioHawk US, based in Atlanta. With over a decade of SEO experience spanning agency, in-house, and consultancy roles, she has worked across a wide range of industries including eCommerce, finance, gaming, health, and SaaS. Sophie brings a strategic, data-driven approach to organic growth, helping brands scale sustainably through technical SEO, user experience testing, content and digital PR. She’s passionate about making SEO accessible and mentoring the next generation of search marketers.
Most client churn happens in the first 90 days, not month six. This phase-by-phase onboarding framework shows agencies how to keep clients engaged and retained.
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