Mark Scrivner

The Power of Networking and Pivoting in Business – Mark Scrivner

Mark Scrivner is the Co-founder and CEO of Snapshot Interactive, a strategic marketing agency, and Ecos, a sales and marketing presentation platform. He also serves as a mentor and strategic advisor to emerging businesses, including Huckleberry Branding, Avengr, and Anderson Design Studio. In this role, Mark aligns vision, operations, and leadership to help companies reach their growth goals.

Here's a Glimpse of What You'll Learn

[1:51] Mark Scrivner’s experience as an entrepreneur before joining EO and how the organization helped him gain confidence
[5:23] Mark talks about mentoring other agency owners through EO’s Catalyst program
[10:18] Emerging digital marketing strategies and the resurgence of print materials
[13:35] The challenges of managing an agency and a SaaS product simultaneously
[23:16] How stepping away from a software venture refocused Snapshot Interactive’s growth
[28:13] Advice for maximizing your EO experience: follow EO best practices
[30:08] Mark recounts his most memorable EO retreat

In This Episode

Entrepreneurs face countless challenges that require resilience, adaptability, and a strong support system. How can business owners navigate difficult decisions while scaling their companies?

Early in his career, EO leader and longtime entrepreneur Mark Scrivner juggled two businesses: his growing agency and a SaaS platform. At first, the idea of managing both seemed promising, especially when investors valued each business at $4 million. Mark poured profits from his agency into the software venture, stretched his resources thin, and even came close to maxing out his line of credit. Faced with the reality of dwindling cash flow and misaligned expectations, he decided to shelve the software company and refocus entirely on his agency. Mark credits EO with shaping his personal and professional growth, highlighting how mentoring other agency owners strengthened his leadership.

In this episode of The Decision, Eric Jackson and Robert Hartline sit down with Mark Scrivner, the Co-founder and CEO of Snapshot Interactive, to discuss the turning point in his career. Mark shares emerging digital marketing strategies, how joining EO helped him gain confidence and overcome self-doubt, and EO best practices for new members.

Quotable Moments:

“The more I’ve given, the more I’ve received; that’s the power of mentoring and lifting others up.”
“Every entrepreneur faces the same struggles; you’re not alone, and EO gives you the confidence to push through.”
“Running two businesses at once stretched me thin. The biggest lesson? Focus and clarity matter more than chasing every opportunity.”
“COVID nearly wiped us out, but strategic decisions and EO support helped us survive and thrive.”
“Just ask. The opportunities, connections, and breakthroughs often come from simply putting yourself out there.”

Action Steps:

Engage in mentorship and collaboration: Sharing knowledge and supporting others in your industry fosters growth, strengthens relationships, and creates new opportunities.
Evaluate your business focus regularly: Running multiple ventures can be overwhelming. Periodically assess where your energy is best spent to maximize impact.
Leverage your network for support: Connecting with peers, mentors, and industry groups like EO can provide guidance and resources during pivotal business decisions.
Be open to pivoting when necessary: Recognizing when a strategy isn’t working and making adjustments can be the key to long-term success.
Ask for opportunities and connections: Whether reaching out to industry leaders or seeking partnerships, taking the initiative can lead to unexpected and valuable experiences.