The Business Strategist

By: Adam Strong
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  • The Business Strategist podcast shares business lessons over the past 30 years from award-winning business strategist, bestselling author, serial entrepreneur and podcast host Adam Strong. When Adam was young and living on benefits with his family in a West London council flat, he suffered from asthma, alopecia, bullying and low confidence. Then at the age of 11 he had his first taste of entrepreneurship – searching for and selling lost golf balls – and took up distance running. Within 18 months he had overcome asthma and become an elite athlete, training with future Olympic and World Champion Sir Mo Farah. Using the skills he learnt from athletics and entrepreneurship, Adam now helps others break their plateaus to create exponential growth to achieve purpose, profit and impact. As a key aspect of his quest, he has interviewed over 1000 thought leaders, business experts and entrepreneurs to explore their life lessons of what it takes to become a thriving entrepreneur and leader.
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Episodes
  • Leadership Unleashed: Scaling Teams & Driving Success

    Leadership Unleashed: Scaling Teams & Driving Success
    Oct 17 2024
    Looking to scale your team with fresh ideas and leadership insights from top executives like Peter Wilcock, former CEO of Virgin Media? This episode is packed with real-world strategies on culture, innovation, and driving business success. In this episode, Peter Wilcock and Adam delve into the nuances of perceived value in business, exploring how customer experiences shape their understanding of value. They discuss the complexities of business dynamics and the importance of navigating various scenarios to achieve success. The dialogue emphasises the need for a deeper understanding of what constitutes real value versus perceived value in the marketplace. Peter is the former CEO of the consumer division for Virgin Media, a non executive director, author, coach and podcaster. Struggling to grow and scale your company? Download and read the Ultimate guide to creating clarity in your business strategy: https://adamstrong.notion.site/The-Ultimate-Guide-to-Creating-Clarity-in-Your-Business-Strategy-697404c2e42c4e5c98367ebf46cf55dc Takeaways People often see value in things that aren't real. Why customer experience significantly impacts perceived value. How perceived value can differ greatly from actual value. Business is about understanding and adapting to change. Leadership lessons that can be applied in smaller businesses Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Leadership and Culture 03:05 Peter Wilcock's Journey to Leadership 10:32 Mindset and Sales Strategy 17:58 Navigating Challenges in Business 23:42 Balancing Vision and Execution 27:14 Building High-Performing Teams 28:50 Difficult Decisions in Leadership 37:29 Learning from Mistakes 43:10 Finding Joy in Leadership 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Help us to make a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network ABOUT THE GUEST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-wilcock-mba-944b841b Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/3Fzlwv1 ABOUT THE HOST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for scale in 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Apply to our waitlist for our next cohort to the game changers inner circle business mastermind go to https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist for more info Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    48 mins
  • Mastering Conflict and Emotional Leadership

    Mastering Conflict and Emotional Leadership
    Oct 10 2024
    Is conflict in your business having a massive impact on your culture? In this episode, Adam and Akhtar Khan delve into the impact of conflict on company culture and the importance of emotional intelligence in leadership. Akhtar is a renowned and respected business performance psychologist, property and business investor, and CEO of a private investment fund. Akhtar has completed over 215 property and business deals and is responsible for advising and mentoring countless businesses and private equity funds (including many prominent, well-known experts in the industry succeed in property, business and life. Akhtar is also a father and philanthropist at heart, and at this stage of his life, he is focusing on legacy and contributing to charitable causes. They explore the drama triangle, a psychological model that illustrates the dynamics of conflict, and discuss how to navigate these situations with compassion and understanding. Akhtar emphasises the need for leaders to take responsibility for their team's dynamics and to create a safe environment for growth. The discussion also introduces the creative triangle as a solution to the drama triangle, encouraging proactive and constructive communication. {Case Study} How I Helped One Client Grow From £170,000 to £500,000 and Exit In Less Than 12 months: https://adamstrong.notion.site/Case-Study-ffe4872385f24e4dbca03bdd5660c103 Takeaways How conflict can significantly impact company culture. What is the the drama triangle? Compassion and understanding are essential in conflict resolution. How to create a safe environment that fosters growth and innovation. How to use The creative triangle offers a proactive approach to conflict. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Conflict in Company Culture 03:29 The Role of Emotional Intelligence in Leadership 06:17 Causes of Conflict and Effective Communication 09:31 The Drama Triangle Explained 12:29 Navigating the Drama Triangle in Teams 15:18 The Creative Triangle: A Solution to Drama 17:53 Emotional Aikido: Responding to Conflict 21:04 Creating a Safe Environment for Growth 23:47 Taking Responsibility in Conflict Situations 26:42 The Importance of Timing in Conflict Resolution 29:45 Understanding Unmet Needs in Conflict 32:34 The Antidote to the Drama Triangle 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Help us to make a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network ABOUT THE GUEST https://www.instagram.com/theakhtarkhan/ https://www.facebook.com/TheAkhtarKhan/ https://www.linkedin.com/feed/ https://www.youtube.com/@ReachingExcellence TikTok: excellence_wealthacademy TikTok: thegentlemanscoach ABOUT THE HOST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for scale in 2025? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Apply to our waitlist for our next cohort to the game changers inner circle business mastermind go to https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist for more info Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Mastering Outbound Strategies: Overcoming Fear and Building High-Converting Client Acquisition

    Mastering Outbound Strategies: Overcoming Fear and Building High-Converting Client Acquisition
    Oct 3 2024
    Are you leaving money on the table by not engaging with effective outbound strategies? In this episode, Adam Strong discusses the importance of overcoming the fear of rejection in outbound strategies for client acquisition. He emphasises the need for a structured approach to outreach, differentiating between warm and cold outreach strategies. Adam shares effective scripts for both types of outreach and highlights the significance of building rapport and authentic connections with potential clients. He encourages listeners to adopt a mindset focused on growth and resilience in the face of rejection, ultimately aiming to enhance their client acquisition efforts. {Case Study} How I Helped One Client Grow From £170,000 to £500,000 and Exit In Less Than 12 months: https://adamstrong.notion.site/Case-Study-ffe4872385f24e4dbca03bdd5660c103 Takeaways How to deal with the fear of rejection as a common barrier to outreach. Perfectionism can hinder effective communication. A structured framework is essential for outreach success. Why spending just 30 minutes a day on outreach can yield results. Mindset plays a crucial role in outreach effectiveness. Chapters 00:00 Overcoming Fear of Rejection in Outreach 06:37 Understanding Outreach Strategies: Warm vs Cold 13:49 Effective Scripts for Warm Outreach 18:58 Building Rapport and Authentic Connections 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Help us to make a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network ABOUT THE HOST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for scale in 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Apply to our waitlist for our next cohort to the game changers inner circle business mastermind go to https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist for more info Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    21 mins

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