DRIVEN BY JOY

Driven by Joy: Digital Marketing Solutions that Work.
Your Success is Our Joy.

Premier Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Digital & Brand Development, and Web Design Services

DRIVING RESULTS TO GIANTS

YOUR BEST BET?

Ditch The Clueless "Agency" Today

I reject the typical ‘hurry up and wait’ mentality of digital marketing. With a deep understanding of the entire industry, I prioritize efficiency and decisive action to deliver timely solutions that drive your business forward.

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Hurl You Toward Success
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The Recipe

My Approach: Simplified

A streamlined, no-fluff process that is efficient, transparent, and results-driven.

REACH NEW HEIGHTS

I'll BOOM Your Brand

Unlock your brand’s full potential with my innovative strategies and tailored digital solutions, designed to amplify your online presence and drive remarkable growth. From establishing a brand’s digital presence to search marketing, email marketing, graphic and web design, SEO & everything in between.

Lets get this out of the way,

I'm Not the Agency, just the Antidote.

Client-Centric Approach

I tailor my services to align perfectly with your unique goals.

Innovative Solutions

Stay ahead with cutting-edge strategies and creative approaches.

Comprehensive Services

From branding to lead generation, I cover all your digital needs.

Global Network of Experts

Expand your reach globally with my strategic international alliances.

Measurable Results

Track your success with clear, data-driven insights and outcomes.

Decades of Experience

Leverage my extensive knowledge to achieve exceptional results.

EXPERT insighTS

Branding & Marketing Sauce

Marketing

Marketing today is more dynamic than ever. Always stay ahead of the curve.

From AI-powered campaigns to leveraging big data, we break down what’s new and how you can use it to your advantage. Predictive analytics can be your crystal ball for understanding market trends and customer preferences.

SEO Beyond Basics: Elevate your SEO game with semantic search, structured data, and voice search optimization.
- Pro Tip: Use schema markup to improve search engine understanding and visibility.
Social Media Savvy: Craft content that resonates. Use insights to refine your strategy and boost engagement.
- Pro Tip: Utilize social listening tools to monitor and join conversations about your brand in real-time.
Conversion Rate Optimization: Turn visitors into loyal customers with A/B testing, user-friendly designs, and compelling calls-to-action.
- Pro Tip: Focus on micro-conversions like newsletter sign-ups to gradually guide users towards making a purchase.

BRAND AUTHORITY

A strong brand is more than just a logo or slogan, it’s your essence.

Branding is about making a lasting impression. We’ll share the secrets behind successful brands and how to develop a powerful brand identity. Consistency, storytelling, and emotional connections are crucial.

Developing Brand Identity: Craft a brand identity that reflects your values and vision. Your logo, messaging, and every detail should be spot on.
- Pro Tip: Create a brand style guide to maintain consistency across all marketing materials.
Customer Journey Mapping: Understand your customer’s journey from start to finish. Map out touchpoints to create memorable interactions.
- Pro Tip: Use journey mapping tools to visualize and enhance the customer experience at each stage.
Building Loyalty: Foster brand loyalty through exceptional customer experiences and engaging stories. Turn your customers into brand advocates.
- Pro Tip: Develop a loyalty program that rewards repeat customers and encourages referrals.

Testimonials

Clients & Colleagues Weigh In

Sam is outstanding and loyal. His knowledge and background surpass most in his field of expertise. With that said, when he works with you he is in your corner, not just another guy looking to make a buck! Sam has been exactly what I have looked for in marketing and branding and some! I highly recommend working with Sam!

Ali Phillips Client

I've had the pleasure of working with Sam since 2007. He's honest, hard working, dedicated to his craft, is very outgoing and genuinely cares about his clientele. Since I've known Sam, his focus has always been to build mutually profitable relationships and deliver results. His eye for detail and attentiveness to his clients is unparalleled

Adam Hoyt Client, Colleague, Former Employer

Sam is the perfect blend of professional and personable. He was creative and insightful as he not only helped us work out the branding, but mentored us through the whole process. He even pointing us towards educational materials that would help us make better branding and marketing decisions and ultimately be more successful as new entrepreneurs. He went beyond what would be reasonably expected and bent over backwards to accommodate our meeting schedule needs. He's an absolute workhorse and never quits! Finally, he's an incredible support and champion of women in business. I would recommend him to anyone!

Tanya Seegmiller Client

Sam has chops when it comes to building a brand. Not only does he know what needs to be done, but he has the management and leadership skills needed to see the project through to completion. Sam is fun to ideate and strategize with, but isn’t afraid to get his hands dirty and do the hard work himself. He routinely comes up with smart solutions to tough business challenges, and would certainly be an asset in any creative role.

Daniel Samples Client, Colleague, Collaborator

I highly recommend Sam. He understands marketing & branding down to a t. He helped guide branding for one of my ventures, assisting me with tone & approach. Outside of his top-notch skills, Sam is a genuine person & great individual to discuss with.

Javi Melecio Client

Sam has been an Incredible mentor for me, from showing me the starting ropes when it comes to business to giving detailed AI utilization advice. He is really "to the point" type of guy. I strongly recommend getting in touch with Sam. His approach and principles of work are immeasurably valuable!

Tony Hrvoic Mentee, Collaborator

I worked in partnership with Sam Cotter on several accounts in the past 3 years. Sam was responsible for managing issues on our account and making sure they were resolved within minutes. During the time Sam and I worked together he was always very professional, timely in responding to requests and pleasant to work with. He is always willing to help. He is very well organized, diligent in his work, easily accessible.

Lisa Colbert Client

Sam is one of the fastest turnaround guys in the biz...my client consistently came back because of how fast we could get up email campaigns. He is extremely personable and always makes sure your client is the most important thing on his plate. Sam is the man when it comes to an implementation...if you aren't working with him....time to start.

Adam Grossman Client

I highly recommend Sam Cotter for rebel archetype marketing, web & graphic design, and public relations projects. He is an experienced professional with a strong understanding of the industry and has proven to deliver high-quality work. Sam is detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and has a remarkable ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with teams. He is well-versed in the latest design and marketing trends and is always willing to go the extra mile to ensure the success of a project. I believe that Sam will bring valuable expertise and creativity to any project.

Owen Robert McGregor Colleague, Collaborator

I had the pleasure of working with Sam when he was at BMI. He always met and frequently exceeded the expectations of my staff and, even more importantly, our clients. I would not hesitate to offer Sam a job if we were to have the need for a full-time person in his field.

Steven Rothberg Client

I have had the opportunity to work with Sam over the past few years on several marketing/development projects. Sam has proved to be professional, creative and energetic. I would welcome the chance to work with Sam again in the future.

Shane McKinney Client, Colleague

Sam and I worked together at BMI Elite - he is an absolute pleasure to work with! Super creative, fun, personable, an amazing hard worker, dedicated, and always eager to go above and beyond! Highly recommend working with him!

Demi Pietchell Colleague

Sam was very helpful when our company needed some websites developed. He was constantly available, friendly and heavily invested in making sure that our needs were met. Overall, our expectations were not only met they were surpassed.

Mike Carney Client

Sam has been a great asset to Exit Power when it comes to all things design and coding. He's always understood our needs and gets things done in a timely fashion. I would recommend Sam to anyone looking for all things design

Ricardo Rohaidy Client

Sam is a responsible and dynamic businessman who understands and executes beyond my expectations. He is personable and charismatic and is a true professional. He is a pleasure to work with! Looking forward to the next project Sammy C!

Greg Otto Client, Colleague, Former Employer

I have had the pleasure of working with Sam in the past and can say the only thing that surpasses his talent is his joyful personality. I would recommend him to anyone!!

James Ford Colleague

Sam is a genuine partner to have on any business venture, project, or creative endeavor. His knowledge of marketing and creative direction, combined with his signature driven personality allows him to stand out amongst the competition. Trust is a major player with Sam, and he has mine!

Ryan Laur Colleague

Sam is the real deal - and his company ‘Driven by Joy’ couldn’t describe him better. After a one on one conversation with Sam you can see he has more talents then the regular ‘tech guy’ possesses. He is motivated, articulate, and a creative beyond imaginable. He has spent many years perfecting his craft and it shows. If you can afford him- work with him! He will blow you away!

Joya Diglio Client

Sam has been mentoring me for almost two years and I can‘t thank him enough. He's so well versed in every aspect of digital marketing and his guidance has helped me immensely. He‘s not the average marketer, he‘s far beyond that. He's got everything you need, from resources to knowledge and network. I appreciate everything he’s done for me and still doing for me! Can’t appreciate it enough.

Noah Roth Mentee

I've had a chance to work with Sam on a community-based music project, and I must say - his expertise and experience in marketing and branding are on the next level. Sam has a unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life, which is extremely powerful. I definitely recommend this man to anyone who needs help with their marketing or brand strategy.

Darius Kasiulynas Colleague, Collaborator

Approximately one year ago, I had the opportunity to meet Sam, with whom I engaged in conversation and discovered our mutual interest in Marketing. Following this encounter, I had the privilege of receiving mentorship from Sam, who has consistently demonstrated a willingness to provide guidance and answer any queries I may have had. I wholeheartedly endorse Sam's capabilities and expertise in the field of Marketing, as his mentorship has been immensely valuable in facilitating my learning and growth in this domain.

AJ Harlukowicz Mentee

Sam is smart, clever and creative, with an entrepreneur's approach to problem-solving (that is, seeing the opportunity where others see pitfalls). He is great with clients and with co-workers, even those co-workers that can be considered difficult. He is a strong and dedicated leader and solid team player. I found him an absolute delight to work with and consider him a great friend.

Andrew Marino Client, Colleague, Former Employer

Sam is very personable, I have had the pleasure of knowing Sam for approx. 18 years, very dependable, honest, and trustworthy!

Brandon Rosen Mentor, Former Employer

CONTACT

Inquiries & Free Brand Assessments

Whatever the objective, you’re going to kill it with our attack plans. We look forward to hearing from you!

Via Phone

+1 (561) 887-1770

Via Email

levelup@drivenbyjoy.com

Driven by Joy: Digital Marketing Solutions that Work.
Your Success is Our Joy.