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Saurav's Journal
Behind-the-scenes thoughts on running a performance marketing consultancy. Lessons from client work, honest opinions on the industry, and what this job actually looks like day to day.
She Came Back a Year Later. Here's Why.
A prospect I spoke to a year ago just became a client. Not because of a follow-up sequence or a retargeting ad. Here's the real reason — and what it taught me about how this work actually grows.
saurav soni
Jun 83 min read
Why I Turned Down a Client Last Month (And Why That's Actually Good for You)
£4,000 a month on the table. I said no. Here's the exact moment on the call that made the decision for me — and what it says about how I actually work.
saurav soni
Jun 53 min read
I Learned Something Today
I was on a call today, pitching a client. And I came up with this idea. In my head, it was brilliant. I was so into it, I couldn't see beyond it. Until the client made me realize it was a bullshit idea. And for a few seconds, I just sat there. Shocked. Not because the idea was bad. But because I realized what I was doing. I was trying so hard to sell that I stopped paying attention to what actually made sense. And that's when it hit me: People who pay don't have time to talk
saurav soni
Nov 10, 20252 min read
The Day a Bespoke Shoe Brand Reminded Me Why I Became a Marketer
So I was watching Nikhil Kamath's podcast the other day, and I couldn't help but notice the shoes he was wearing. You know that feeling when you see something and can just tell it's quality? Even through a screen. I searched it up—Cuero. And honestly, my marketer brain went straight into analysis mode. My immediate thought? If they've reached someone like Nikhil Kamath, they're probably crushing it with performance marketing. Lakhs on ad spend. Scaling hard. Content machine o
saurav soni
Oct 31, 20253 min read
Why you should not do performance marketing?
Performance marketing isn't for everyone. Before you spend a rupee on ads, read this honest breakdown of when it works and when it will just drain your budget.
saurav soni
Oct 2, 20252 min read
What Founders Should Do (and Definitely NOT Do) in a Rapidly Changing Marketing World
Marketing is changing faster than most founders can keep up with. Here's what to actually focus on — and what to stop wasting time on.
saurav soni
May 21, 20252 min read
🧠 How to Stay Relevant in Your Audience’s Mind
Out of sight is out of mind — especially in paid ads. Here's a practical guide to staying relevant to your audience without burning your budget.
saurav soni
May 1, 20253 min read
Discounts Aren’t Strategy. They’re Just a Temporary Crutch.
Running a discount every time sales slow down is a trap. Here's why discounts erode your brand and what to do instead.
saurav soni
Apr 23, 20252 min read


Why I Decided to Focus Solely on Saurav Does Marketing
Why did I choose Saurav Does Marketing? It’s simple—freedom, impact, and authenticity. I wanted a platform that reflects who I am and how.
saurav soni
Feb 27, 20252 min read


How I Learned to Make Every Rupee Count: Getting Started with Performance Marketing
Performance marketing isn't about big budgets — it's about making every rupee accountable. Here's how I started thinking about paid ads the right way.
saurav soni
Feb 26, 20255 min read


The Untold Secret of Marketing: It’s Not Just About Great Designs or Videos – It’s About Distribution
Great creative means nothing if nobody sees it. The real edge in marketing isn't what you make — it's how you distribute it.
saurav soni
Feb 22, 20254 min read


The Power of Saying No: How Businesses Thrive by Turning Down Prospects in 2025
Saying no to bad-fit clients isn't just healthy — it's a growth strategy. Here's why the best businesses turn down more than they take on.
saurav soni
Feb 21, 20255 min read
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