Marketing Budget 101
Stop Paying for "Busy Work" & Start Paying for Attention.
Unlock the secret 80/20 ratio that high-growth startups use to scale. Most businesses fail because they spend too much on "making things" and not enough on "showing things."
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Comprehensive marketing solutions powered by technology
Fully Managed Marketing
Complete marketing management with automated reporting and expert oversight.
- Affordable monthly plans
- Hands-off management
- Automated reporting
- Expert oversight
Website Design
Modern, AI-enhanced website design that converts visitors into customers.
- AI-powered design
- Best practice integration
- Conversion optimization
- Mobile-first approach
Marketing Strategy
Data-driven strategies powered by AI and marketing experts.
- AI-enhanced planning
- Expert consultation
- Latest best practices
- Continuous optimization
Search Marketing
Get found online by customers looking for your products or services.
- SEO optimization
- Google Ads management
- Keyword research
- Ranking improvements
Social Media Marketing
Make social media work for your business without taking over your day.
- Content scheduling
- Engagement monitoring
- Performance tracking
- Brand monitoring
Email Marketing
Transform your email marketing with automated campaigns that work while you sleep.
- Automated campaigns
- List management
- Performance analytics
- A/B testing
Our Process
Simple, effective steps to transform your marketing
Free Evaluation
Comprehensive evaluation of your current marketing and goals.
Custom Plan
Tailored strategy based on your unique business needs.
Configuration
Setting up all necessary tools and integrations.
Documentation
Clear documentation and training materials provided.
Management & Optimization
Continuous improvement using AI and expert oversight.
Why Choose Us
Built for Small Business
Solutions scaled to fit your business size and budget
Personal Support
Direct access to marketing technology experts
Transparent Pricing
Clear pricing with just 3% commission on ad spend
About Hype Nerds

Grant Walker
Chief Marketing Nerd
I founded Hype Nerds after spending years working with businesses, marketing agencies, and marketing technology companies. Again and again, I saw companies paying agencies thousands (or even tens of thousands!) of dollars each month without seeing meaningful progress. The activity was there, the reports were there, but when you asked whether the work had actually moved the needle for the business, the answer was too often no.
The ROI just isn't there for most marketing agencies.
Today, AI, automation, and modern marketing technology allow us to work faster and more efficiently without sacrificing strategy or creativity. Hype Nerds operates as a fully remote, U.S.-based team, which allows us to keep our overhead low, support talented people in our own communities, and give clients more of what they are actually paying for: thoughtful work that produces measurable results.
The name Hype Nerds reflects how I naturally show up in the world:
The Hype
I'm a consummate hype man—I love getting people excited about great businesses, ideas, and people.
The Nerd
I'm also a data nerd. I don't believe in creating hype for its own sake—the numbers have to back it up.
I want to find the overlap between creativity, enthusiasm, technology, and measurable impact—and prove that our work is helping our clients grow.
At Hype Nerds, we believe:
Marketing should create business outcomes, not just activity.
Technology should make great work more accessible, not more expensive.
Clients deserve honesty, accountability, and people who genuinely care.
So if you don't feel like you're getting the value you want out of your marketing agency agreement, shoot me a message and let's chat. I'm happy to have my team do a free audit and tell you where the gaps are.
Thanks!
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Start growing your business from just $250/month
Starter
- Social Media Management
- SEO Optimization
- Email Marketing
- Custom Marketing Strategy
Growth
- Everything in Starter
- Advanced Analytics
- CRM Integration
- Custom Marketing Strategy
- Monthly Strategy Call
Pro
- Everything in Growth
- Custom Marketing Strategy
- Weekly Strategy Calls
- Priority Support
- Website Development
All advertising management services include a flat 3% commission on ad spend
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about our services
Why should I trust a low-cost marketing service won't compromise quality?
How can automation help my small business without feeling generic?
What makes your team different from traditional agencies?
Will this work for my specific industry?
How do you ensure my data is secure?
What kind of results can I expect?
Is this really hands-off for me?
How do you know what my local community's customers want?
Why is your pricing so affordable?
What if I've had bad experiences with marketing before?
How do you measure success?
Will this integrate with my existing tools?
How fast can I see an impact?
Is this scalable as my business grows?
How do you handle my brand's unique voice?
What's the catch with such low prices?
Can I talk to someone if I have questions?
Why should I commit to a 3-month contract?
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