Hustle Marketers

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of a marketing agency

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We are a full-service marketing agency

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• Pay-Per-Click advertising

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Upwork

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Good value for cost

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We have a variety of clients that hire us for PPC advertising, and we have used Hustle Marketers to help with our delivery. This includes keyword research, ad placement, campaign strategy, and reporting.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Our best results have resulted in a 30x ROAS

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They are responsive and quick to make changes when needed.

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

They are always up to date on the latest changes and will recommend changes that need to be made.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

I think there are some times where a language barrier gets in the way, but we have worked together long enough to where we have a good understanding of each other.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Admin of CCM

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

We improve peoples lifes through automation

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• get more leads

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Online Search

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• High ratings
• Pricing fit our budget
• Great culture fit
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

setr up and optimise google ads

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

they set up ads, second month we doubled revenue 

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

team has great coms, very responsive, they always knew what they were talking about.

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

fast to act, very good communication

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

i have not had any issues that were not resolved promptly, only good things to say really,

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Director of Commercial Cleaning Machines

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Sell and service commercial cleaning machines

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• more leads

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Online Search

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• High ratings
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

set up and run a profitable ad campaing, done very well

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

yes we have much more leads

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

yes very responsive, great service 10/10

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

communication, They know their stuff and are great to talk to.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

I dont really have anything to add here,

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the CEO of FitApp

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Online Ai Fitness Coaching platform. Allowing creation and distribution of service deliverables and client management.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• Decrease lead cost
• increase roas
• scale advertising campaigns

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Referral

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• High ratings
• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Referred to me
• Company values aligned

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

Hustle has been our lead media buying. Establishing campaigns, managing performance, reviews, audits and also reporting.

They have been able to effectively scale all actrive campaigns, reduced CAC, increase ROAS and allow us to enter into a new market successfully.

We are getting more leads than ever at about 80% cheaper than previous.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

main focal point was CAC, we saw leads coming in at 80% cheaper than previously.

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

They're incredibly professional, punctual, and efficient. All concerns and questions were answered rapidly, tasks completed swiftly and overall Hustle has delivered a level of service I was not expecting. I cannot recommend enough.

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

Time to start and complete task. Knowedlge, guidence and willingness to do more than requested.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

no

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I’m the owner of Rec Hall, an entertainment venue based in St. Charles, Illinois. We offer a unique experience that combines axe throwing, bowling, arcade games, private event spaces, and food and drinks all under one roof. We cater to a wide range of customers.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Hustle Marketers?

We needed a digital marketing agency that could handle both paid advertising and content marketing for our local entertainment venue.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Hustle Marketers has taken over our paid advertising and content marketing. On Google Ads, Ishant (Founder & CEO) has built out search campaigns targeting high-intent local searches relevant to our venue, covering axe throwing, bowling, group activities, corporate events, and entertainment options in St. Charles and the broader Chicago metro. He manages the bidding strategy, ad copy, and ongoing optimization to drive qualified traffic to our booking pages.On Meta Ads, he runs Facebook and Instagram campaigns targeting people in our geographic area with interest-based and behavioral audiences suited to our customer profile. These campaigns cover prospecting for new customers and retargeting people who have visited our website.On the content side, Ishant and Nishtha (Content & SEO Manager) develop and publish blog posts targeting the specific search queries our potential customers are using. Each piece is built around real search intent with proper on-page SEO, internal linking, and structured formatting. The content is written to rank, not just to exist on the site.

What is the team composition?

Ishant leads the overall strategy across paid media and content. He’s personally involved throughout the engagement, not just at kickoff. Nishtha handles the blog content creation and SEO execution alongside him. Having both of them on the account means the paid campaigns and the organic content strategy are always aligned and moving toward the same goal.

How did you come to work with Hustle Marketers?

I came across Hustle Marketers through their LinkedIn services page. Their profile and case studies showed they knew how to connect digital marketing to real-world outcomes like bookings and revenue, not just traffic numbers. Ishant’s name was consistently tied to Hustle Marketers across multiple platforms, which gave me confidence before I reached out.A few things stood out about them. First, Ishant understood the entertainment and hospitality model from the start. He knew that for a venue like ours, the goal isn’t just clicks or traffic; it’s people walking through the door and making bookings. That customer journey is different from a product-based business, and he didn’t treat us like one.Second, the combination of paid media and content marketing under one engagement was exactly what we needed. Having the same team managing our Google Ads, Meta Ads, and blog content meant everything was pulling in the same direction rather than being siloed across different vendors.Third, the pricing was fair, and the initial conversation showed they’d actually done the work to understand what kind of customers we were trying to reach.

How much have you invested with them?

We’ve spent around $10,000.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in February 2026, and our engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Honestly, the results have been way beyond what we expected going in. Bookings and in-venue purchases have increased by 40%, which alone would have made the engagement a success. But it’s how fast everything has moved that has genuinely caught us off guard.The blog posts Ishant and Nishtha have created have ranked on the first page of Google within seven days of being published. We had mentally prepared for a 3–6-month wait on organic results because that’s what every other agency had told us. Seeing first-page rankings in under a week was something we hadn’t seen before and honestly didn’t think was possible for a local venue.On the paid side, the Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns have driven qualified local traffic to our booking pages from day one, with targeting precise enough that the people clicking are the people actually booking. The combination of immediate paid traction and faster-than-expected organic rankings has created a compounding effect we weren’t prepared for. Our front-of-house team has noticed the increase in walk-ins and advance reservations before we’ve even pulled the analytics. The results haven’t just met the goals we set; they’ve reset what we thought was achievable for a venue our size.Other metrics include private event inquiries, bookings, and average spend per party. All metrics have improved significantly and continue to grow.

How did Hustle Marketers perform from a project management standpoint?

Project management has been really solid throughout. Weekly reports come on schedule every time and are written in plain language that makes sense without needing a marketing background to understand. Content is delivered when promised and published promptly.Ishant is proactive about flagging things, whether it’s a campaign adjustment that needs to happen quickly or a new keyword opportunity in the content strategy. When we have questions or need something changed, the response is fast, and the fix is done properly the first time. The whole engagement feels organized and well-managed; we never have to follow up or chase anything.

What did you find most impressive about them?

The seven-day page one rankings are the thing I keep coming back to because they’ve genuinely reset my expectations of what’s possible with SEO for a local business. Every agency we’d spoken to before talked about organic content as a long game, with three months in between before we see anything meaningful.Hustle Marketers has published blog posts that have ranked on the first page of Google within a week. That’s not a small thing. It means Ishant and Nishtha understand exactly which keywords to target, how to structure the content for search intent, and how to optimize every element so Google has no reason not to rank it immediately. We didn’t expect that, and it genuinely changed how we think about content as a growth channel.The paid results have been equally strong. The 40% increase in bookings and purchases has come from Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns that are dialed in to reach the right people in St. Charles and the surrounding area — people who are ready to book, not just browse.Ishant’s direct involvement throughout means the strategy stays sharp, and nothing slips. For a local entertainment venue, getting this level of performance across both paid and organic simultaneously has been beyond what we thought we were signing up for. We came in with reasonable expectations and left with results that blew past them.

Are there any areas they could improve?

It’s hard to find anything meaningful to critique. If anything, a combined dashboard showing paid and organic performance in one view would be a nice addition for internal reporting. However, that’s a minor operational preference and not something that has affected the work or the outcomes.

Do you have any advice for potential customers?

The results have been above the level we never expected from any agency, let alone one managing both paid ads and SEO content at the same time. If anything, the bar Hustle Marketers has set has made it harder to settle for anything less going forward.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

 I am the CEO of a pet accessories company.

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Specialist Pet Accessories & Equipment

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• Greater accountability with ad campaigns
• Better responsiveness to our needs with ad campaigns adjustments and reporting
• Better quality work ethic than "traditional" agencies

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Other

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• Great culture fit
• Good value for cost
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

• Google Ads Management
• Meta Ads Management
  
  
• SEO Optimisation
• TikTok Ads

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

• Increased sales revenue and performance
• Increased ROAS

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Consistently met deadlines for tasks and reporting

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

I was impressed with their accountability and performance.

Tangible and measureable results and improvements

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

Communocation about strategy and planning eg for campaigns, events and business requirements

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Owner of Woofy for online selling

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Woofy is an ecommerce business specialist on selling Pets Foods and accessories 

https://woofy.ae

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• Generate more sales

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Online Search

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

• High ratings
• Company values aligned

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

2-5 Employees

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We engaged Ishant Sharma, founder of Hustle Marketers, to manage and optimize our paid advertising campaigns, with a primary focus on Google Ads and Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram). The scope of work included a full audit of our existing ad accounts, fixing tracking and attribution issues (GA4 + conversion setup), restructuring campaigns for better performance, creating high-converting ad creatives and copy, ongoing bid management, audience targeting refinement, and scaling profitable campaigns while controlling costs. Key deliverables included: 
• Complete campaign restructuring and optimization on Google Ads (Search, Shopping, Performance Max) and Meta Ads 
• Implementation of proper conversion tracking and enhanced data setup 
• Development and testing of multiple ad creatives, headlines, and landing page recommendations 
• Weekly performance reports with clear insights and action items
• Strategic scaling of budget to high-ROAS campaigns, resulting in consistent positive returns (multiple X ROAS) 
• Continuous A/B testing and optimization to improve quality of leads/sales while lowering cost per acquisition 
Ishant took full ownership of the accounts and treated our business as his own. The engagement helped us scale our advertising efforts profitably without wasting spend on underperforming areas.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

We achieved strong, measurable results after working with Ishant Sharma and Hustle Marketers on our Google Ads and Meta Ads campaigns. Key outcomes included: 
• Consistent ROAS of 8x–12x across the optimized campaigns (significantly higher than our previous in-house efforts) 
• Substantial increase in qualified leads and conversions while keeping cost per acquisition (CPA) under control 
• Improved overall campaign efficiency through better tracking setup (GA4 + Meta CAPI), audience refinement, and continuous optimization 
• Ability to profitably scale ad spend month-over-month without a drop in performance 
• Cleaner data and reporting that gave us clear visibility into which channels and creatives were truly driving revenue 
The biggest success was moving from inconsistent or break-even results to a reliable, profitable advertising system that contributed directly to business growth. Ishant’s strategic adjustments and proactive management were the main drivers behind these improvements

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Ishant Sharma from Hustle Marketers demonstrated excellent project management throughout our engagement. He was highly responsive and proactive — I usually received replies within a few hours, even on weekends when needed. All deliverables were completed on time or ahead of schedule. Campaign audits, restructuring, creative testing, and optimization recommendations were delivered promptly without any delays. He set clear expectations from the start and consistently met them. Ishant was very flexible and quick to address our needs or feedback. Whenever we requested changes to bidding strategy, audience targeting, or new ad creatives, he implemented them rapidly and explained the reasoning clearly. Communication was transparent, with regular updates and straightforward reports that were easy to understand. Overall, his management style felt like having an in-house expert who truly cared about our results. No micromanagement was needed — he took full ownership and kept everything running smoothly.

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

• Virtual Meeting
• Email or Messaging App

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What impressed me most about Ishant Sharma and Hustle Marketers is how he treats your business like it’s his own. Unlike many agencies that just run ads and send generic reports, Ishant takes full ownership of the results. Ishant was extremely transparent, highly strategic, and always thinks several steps ahead. He doesn’t just optimize campaigns — he genuinely focuses on profitable growth and long-term scalability. The unique part is his combination of deep technical expertise (especially with tracking, attribution, and scaling Google & Meta Ads) and very fast, clear communication. He responds quickly, explains everything in simple terms, and proactively suggests improvements before issues arise. He consistently delivers strong ROAS and measurable growth while remaining honest about what’s working and what needs adjustment. This level of accountability and results-driven mindset is quite rare in the performance marketing space. That’s what truly sets Hustle Marketers apart.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

No major areas for improvement. Ishant and Hustle Marketers delivered consistently strong results with excellent communication and fast response times. One small suggestion would be to provide even more frequent proactive insights or monthly strategy summaries in addition to the regular reports. Overall, the experience was very positive and I would happily work with them again.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the CEO of a retail company. We specialize in the sale, rental, tuning, and restoration of high-quality new and used pianos for individuals, institutions, and musicians across the Pacific Northwest.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Hustle Marketers?

We needed help improving our online presence and ad performance.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Hustle Marketers has been handling our digital marketing strategy. Ishant (Founder & CEO) has set up and managed our Meta (Facebook and Instagram) ad campaigns to promote our piano inventory and seasonal sales. He has also launched targeted Google Ads campaigns to attract high-intent traffic and optimized our Google Business Profile for better local visibility. Ishant has improved our landing pages for higher conversion rates, implemented call tracking, and provided regular performance insights. 

What is the team composition?

We only work with Ishant.

How did you come to work with Hustle Marketers?

We discovered Hustle Marketers on Upwork while searching for a reliable digital marketing expert. After reviewing Ishant's strong profile, client reviews, and portfolio, we felt confident partnering with them. We chose Hustle Marketers because they combined data-driven expertise with genuine attention to our business needs. Ishant took the time to understand our goals and crafted a clear, ROI-focused strategy — something other agencies we spoke with didn't offer. His experience with SEO and Meta Ads stood out, especially in how he applied it to the piano industry. The communication was transparent, the onboarding was smooth, and we felt like we had a true growth partner from day one.

How much have you invested with them?

We've spent approximately $4,000 per month.

What is the status of this engagement?

We started working with them in December 2024, and the project is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

Working with Hustle Marketers has led to a clear improvement across all key performance areas. We’ve seen a significant increase in website traffic, more qualified leads through phone calls, and a noticeable uptick in in-store visits. Our Meta Ads campaigns have started generating steady interest in our piano inventory, and the Google Ads efforts have helped us rank for highly relevant local keywords. Overall, the marketing efforts have directly contributed to more inquiries, better brand visibility, and an increase in piano sales both online and in-store.

How did Hustle Marketers perform from a project management standpoint?

Hustle Marketers has delivered exceptional project management throughout. Ishant is always on top of timelines, consistently meets deadlines, and proactively communicates progress. He’s quick to adapt to our changing needs and always responds with clarity and professionalism. Whether it’s launching new campaigns, adjusting strategy, or troubleshooting issues, everything has been handled efficiently and without delay. We feel fully supported at every stage of the project.

What did you find most impressive about them?

What impresses us most is Ishant’s deep expertise paired with a hands-on, personalized approach. Unlike larger agencies where you’re passed between teams, Ishant is directly involved in every aspect — from campaign setup to performance analysis. His ability to quickly understand our niche and translate that into highly effective digital campaigns is exceptional. We also appreciate how proactive he is in optimizing performance and suggesting new strategies before we even ask. It feels like working with a true partner, not just a service provider.  Ishant brought a rare combination of deep performance marketing expertise and personal involvement that truly set him apart. From Meta Ads to Google campaigns and local SEO, everything was handled wi

Are there any areas they could improve?

Our experience has been very smooth. If anything, we’d love to scale faster — but Ishant has been careful to test and optimize before ramping up, which in hindsight is the right approach. His strategic pacing has helped us avoid wasted ad spend. So while there’s nothing we’d flag as a negative, we do look forward to exploring more aggressive scaling and multichannel campaigns in the future.

BACKGROUND

Introduce your business and what you do there.

I'm the founder and principal consultant of Alma Luna Strategies, a marketing agency that delivers bespoke, data-driven paid media campaigns on platforms like Google, Meta, TikTok, Snapchat, Reddit, and programmatic networks. We offer clear insights, proactive communication, and measurable results for a diverse range of clients.

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What challenge were you trying to address with Hustle Marketers?

We needed help with paid ads. Our goals were to create a strategy, implement, monitor, and optimize our paid campaigns.

SOLUTION

What was the scope of their involvement?

Hustle Marketers has audited our current paid media mix, recommended a strategy, collaborated on the marketing plan, and implemented it across channels. The team has also monitored and optimized the campaigns. We've worked with them on Google Ads, Meta, Reddit, and StackAdapt.

What is the team composition?

We work with one teammate from Hustle Marketers.

How did you come to work with Hustle Marketers?

We found Hustle Marketers through Upwork. Ishant (Paid Media Specialist) was extremely knowledgeable and a cooperative partner.

What is the status of this engagement?

We began working with Hustle Marketers in January 2025, and the engagement is ongoing.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What evidence can you share that demonstrates the impact of the engagement?

We've seen a 22% improvement in click-through rates (CTR) and a significantly reduced cost-per-click (CPC).

How did Hustle Marketers perform from a project management standpoint?

Hustle Marketers is always on time and accommodates all of my requests. We communicate via Upwork and WhatsApp.

What did you find most impressive about them?

I'm impressed with Hustle Marketers' eagerness to deliver high-quality, high-performing work.

Are there any areas they could improve?

No, the only issue we've ever had was the time difference. Even with that, they were extremely accommodating and available.

BACKGROUND

Please describe your company and position.

I am the Manager of a food company 

Describe what your company does in a single sentence.

Marketing agency 

OPPORTUNITY / CHALLENGE

What specific goals or objectives did you hire Hustle Marketers to accomplish?

• Improve ROI and reduce ACoS on PPC Ads campaigns
• Scale ad performance while maintaining a profitable return on ad spend (ROAS)
• Optimize product listings and keyword targeting for better visibility and conversions

SOLUTION

How did you find Hustle Marketers?

Other

Why did you select Hustle Marketers over others?

Pricing fit our budget

How many teammates from Hustle Marketers were assigned to this project?

1 Employee

Describe the scope of work in detail. Please include a summary of key deliverables.

We hired Hustle Marketers to manage and optimize our PPC campaigns across Google Ads. Their main responsibilities included building a strategic ad structure, launching and refining campaigns, optimizing our listings for better ad performance, and reducing wasted spend while increasing return on ad spend (ROAS).

Key deliverables included:

Daily monitoring and optimization of ad campaigns
Keyword research and A/B testing of creatives
Weekly reporting and performance insights
Full campaign setup and scaling based on performance
Ongoing adjustments to maintain profitability and hit target ACoS
Their work has directly contributed to consistent growth in ad-attributed sales and improved efficiency in our marketing spend.

RESULTS & FEEDBACK

What were the measurable outcomes from the project that demonstrate progress or success?

Increased overall ROAS by 2.5x across key product categories
Lowered wasted ad spend by optimizing targeting and removing underperforming keywords

Describe their project management. Did they deliver items on time? How did they respond to your needs?

Hustle Marketers was highly reliable and responsive throughout the project. They consistently met deadlines and delivered all items as promised. Communication was smooth — they were quick to respond to feedback, flexible when changes were needed, and proactive in providing performance updates. Their ability to adapt and keep campaigns on track made the entire experience seamless and stress-free.

What was your primary form of communication with Hustle Marketers?

Virtual Meeting

What did you find most impressive or unique about this company?

What stood out the most was their deep understanding of ppc advertising and how quickly they could pivot based on performance. They didn’t just follow a fixed strategy—they continuously tested, optimized, and scaled what worked. Their ability to combine data-driven decisions with creative ad approaches made a big impact. Also, their commitment to clear communication and weekly updates gave us confidence that everything was always under control.

Are there any areas for improvement or something Hustle Marketers could have done differently?

Honestly, we were very pleased with the entire experience. Everything was handled efficiently and professionally, and we don’t have any suggestions for improvement at this time.