What's the Secret Formula for Explosive Growth in Your Business? In this conversation, Adam Strong interviews Greg Wilkes, a business coach for the construction industry. They discuss Greg's background in construction and how he developed a methodology to help construction businesses grow. They also talk about the mindset challenges faced by construction business owners, the importance of getting off the tools and working on the business, and the similarities between the construction and professional services industries. Greg shares his five-step process for business growth and discusses the opportunities that can arise during economic downturns. They also touch on the concept of pattern interrupt in marketing outreach. In this conversation, Greg Wilkes and Adam Strong discuss various topics related to marketing and growing a business. They touch on the effectiveness of old-school marketing methods, the importance of a comprehensive marketing strategy, and the role of social media in business growth. They also discuss the difference between growth and scaling, and the key factors to consider when evaluating a business's growth stage. Learn how to scale your business by joining our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort for the game changers inner circle programme: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Key Takeaways 1) Getting off the tools and working on the business is crucial for long-term success and growth. 2) Learn about the five-step process for business growth 3) How to use pattern interrupt which can be an effective strategy in marketing outreach, using personalised messages and specific references to catch the attention of potential clients. 4) Gain insights on a comprehensive marketing strategy should include a mix of old-school and new-school methods for building leads 5) Creating a unique value proposition and tailoring it to individual clients can improve conversion rates Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 08:43 Mindset Challenges in the Construction Industry 15:39 Similarities Between Construction and Professional Services 30:02 The Power of Social Media for Business Growth 37:39 Crafting a Compelling Value Proposition 42:59 Outro business strategist.mp3 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE GUEST Live Event: https://developcoaching.co.uk/5-steps-to-5-million-navigation/ Free e-Book: https://www.developcoaching.co.uk/download-book/ ABOUT THE HOST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have the aspirations to scale but not sure where to start? take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Get early access 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

Learn the five pitfalls before scaling a business  In this conversation, Adam Strong discusses when to scale a business and the common pitfalls to avoid. He emphasises the importance of revenue and suggests looking for ways to improve revenue streams, such as monthly recurring revenue and affiliate marketing. He also talks about the need to productise and diversify offerings to attract a wider audience. Strong highlights the significance of mindset and thinking like a seven or eight-figure business owner. He advises understanding the capacity of the business and finding ways to increase it. Lastly, he emphasises the importance of creating a strong company culture. Learn how to scale your business by joining our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort for the game changers inner circle programme: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways Focus on improving revenue streams, such as monthly recurring revenue and affiliate marketing. Productise and diversify offerings to attract a wider audience. Develop a mindset of a seven or eight-figure business owner to effectively implement scaling strategies. Understand the capacity of the business and find ways to increase it. Create a strong company culture to support business growth. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:07 Improving Revenue Streams 10:54 Developing the Mindset of a Seven or Eight-Figure Business Owner 15:39 Understanding and Increasing Business Capacity 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 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 Get early access 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

When should you scale or grow your business? This conversation explores the difference between growing and scaling a business. Growing a business focuses on increasing revenue and taking on more clients or customers, while scaling a business focuses on increasing revenue and profit simultaneously. Scaling involves finding ways to increase operational efficiency and streamline processes. The key to scaling is identifying the area of the business that needs scaling and implementing a framework or system to support it. Timing is crucial when it comes to scaling a business, and seeking advice from those who have successfully scaled their businesses can be helpful. Learn how to scale your business by joining our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort for the game changers inner circle programme: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways Growing a business involves increasing revenue and taking on more clients or customers. Scaling a business involves increasing revenue and profit simultaneously. To scale a business, identify the area that needs scaling and implement a framework or system to support it. Timing is crucial when it comes to scaling a business. Seeking advice from those who have successfully scaled their businesses can be helpful. Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Difference Between Growing and Scaling a Business 02:59 The Challenges of Growing a Business and the Importance of Resources 04:50 The Key Questions to Ask When Considering Scaling a Business 08:23 Examples of Scaling a Business and Increasing Operational Efficiency 09:48 The Role of Mindset in Scaling a Business 13:42 Identifying the Area of the Business That Needs Scaling and Investing in It 21:08 Outro business strategist.mp3 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 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 Get early access 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

Are you feeling invisible in the crowded digital world? Imagine if you could effortlessly capture the attention of your dream clients on LinkedIn, transforming your online presence from unnoticed to unmissable In this episode, Adam Strong shares strategies for getting on the radar of potential clients on LinkedIn. He emphasises the importance of endorsing others for their skills, creating specific content for potential clients, using warm outreach strategies, showing appreciation and gratitude, updating your profile regularly, and creating a LinkedIn newsletter. These strategies can help increase profile views, impressions, and engagement, ultimately leading to more sales and leads. By implementing these strategies consistently, businesses can gain a competitive edge and stand out from the crowd. [Closes April 7th] Join Our £5.8K-£25K/yr Mastermind at ZERO Cost!  (Exclusive to 5 Visionaries Only!) Join our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways Endorse others for their skills to get on their radar Create specific content for potential clients to solve their pain points Use warm outreach strategies on LinkedIn to engage with potential clients Show appreciation and gratitude to create a positive impression Regularly update your LinkedIn profile to attract more attention Consider creating a LinkedIn newsletter to share valuable insights Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:29 Getting on the Radar of Potential Clients 04:45 Strategy 2: Create Specific Types of Content for Potential Clients 08:08 Strategy 3: Use Warm Outreach on LinkedIn 11:28 Strategy 4: Be Appreciated and Grateful 14:21 Strategy 5: Update Your Profile Regularly 15:46 Strategy 6: Create a LinkedIn Newsletter 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 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 Get early access 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

Would you like to know how to define what the next level is in your business?  In this episode, Adam Strong is joined by Scott Ritzheimer, a master at defining the next level in business. Scott shares his experience of starting and scaling a multimillion-dollar business before the age of 35. He discusses the challenges faced during the growth stages and the importance of building a strong leadership team. The conversation focuses on identifying key questions and areas of focus for business owners, such as legacy, leadership, and decision-making.  The episode concludes with a discussion on milestones in the business journey. In this conversation, Scott Ritzheimer discusses the different stages of a founder's journey and the challenges they face. He emphasises the importance of building an executive team and hiring a second-in-command to share the leadership burden. Scott identifies the founder's stage as a reluctant manager and highlights the need for alignment with this stage.  [Final Week] Join Our £5.8K-£25K/yr Mastermind at ZERO Cost! (Exclusive to 3 Visionaries Only!) Join our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways Building a strong leadership team is crucial for scaling a business. Recognising the challenges of growth and understanding the different stages of the business lifecycle can help navigate the journey. Legacy and vision play a significant role in shaping the future of a company. Effective decision-making and focusing on key areas of the business are essential for success. Building an executive team and hiring a second-in-command can help founders share the leadership burden and drive growth. Letting go of certain aspects of the business can create space for future success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Excitement for the Show 01:21 Introducing Scott Ritzheimer and the Next Level 09:14 Discovering the Business Lifecycle Stages 12:04 Transforming the Business and Building a Leadership Team 14:02 Recognising the Challenges of Growth 19:33 Identifying Key Questions and Focus Areas 23:09 Focusing on Legacy and Leadership 24:36 Making Decisions for the Future 26:01 Vision for the Future of the Company 27:11 Milestones in the Business Journey 27:38 Building an Executive Team 28:14 Founder's Stage: Reluctant Manager 29:07 Alignment with Stage Three 30:25 The Importance of Focusing on the Right Things 32:11 Separating Defence from Offence 33:16 The Myth of Carrying the Whole Business 34:29 Bringing in a Second-in-Command 36:01 Choosing the Right Operator 37:04 The Temptation of Hiring a Business Partner 38:32 The Challenge of Diversified Approach 41:35 The Power of Visionary-Operator Combination 44:17 Letting Go to Create Space for Success 47:56 The Hardest Decisions: People and Letting Go 50:57 Scott's Current Work and The Founder's Evolution 🙏 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/scottritzheimer/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottritzheimer/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Scale_Architects Facebook: https://www.fb.com/scott.ritzheimer.official Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/scottritzheimer Free digital copy of my book https://www.scalearchitects.com/founders 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 Get early access 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

How would you like to improve your efficiency and productivity by learning how to use AI and automation in your business?  In this episode, Adam Strong and James Taylor discuss the use of AI and automation to increase productivity and efficiency in business. They explore various strategies and tools for content creation, email marketing, and newsletter automation. The conversation emphasises the importance of balancing AI-generated content with human-centric content.  Overall, the episode provides valuable insights and practical tips for leveraging AI and automation in business. In this conversation, Adam and James discuss various ways to leverage AI tools for social media engagement, content creation, lead generation, and automation. They explore strategies for maximising engagement on platforms like TikTok and YouTube, using AI to generate impactful prompts, and ranking AI responses for improvement.  They also discuss streamlining business processes with AI, overcoming LinkedIn automation concerns, and efficient lead generation and connection management. Additionally, they mention AI tools for creating infographics and provide a summary of the key topics covered. [Closing soon] Join Our £5.8K-£25K/yr Mastermind at ZERO Cost! (Exclusive to 10 Visionaries Only!) Join our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways How AI and automation can significantly increase productivity and efficiency in business. How to balance AI-generated content with human-centric content is crucial for maintaining authenticity and connection with the audience. Discover tools like Post Nitro and Make.com can automate content creation processes, such as creating carousels and transcribing videos. Overcome LinkedIn automation concerns by training a VA to use AI tools and following LinkedIn's guidelines. Efficiently manage lead generation and connections by using AI tools for email marketing, repurposing content, and automating tasks. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Overview 03:04 The Importance of AI and Automation 05:59 Using AI for Content Creation 09:54 Balancing AI-Generated and Human-Centric Content 13:02 Strategies for AI and Automation 22:58 Automating Newsletters 26:08 Curating and Summarising Content 27:37 Maximising Engagement on Social Media 28:41 Using AI to Generate Impactful Prompts 30:33 Ranking AI Responses for Improvement 32:03 Streamlining Business Processes with AI 33:36 Overcoming LinkedIn Automation Concerns 35:18 Efficient Lead Generation and Connection Management 39:26 AI Tools for Automation and Content Creation 45:44 AI Tools for Creating Infographics 46:56 Summary of Key Topics 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com About the guest LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamestaylorpowleads/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@james.taylor.powleads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/james.taylor.powacademy 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 Get early access 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

One of the biggest reasons why businesses don’t scale is because they are distracted by what their competitors are doing!  In this episode, Adam Strong discusses how to turn competitors into allies. He emphasises the importance of seeing competitors as collaborators rather than threats. By focusing on the synergies and learning opportunities with competitors, businesses can create win-win scenarios. Adam suggests offering services that complement competitors' offerings and testing small collaborative projects. He also highlights the need for clear expectations and boundaries in the relationship. Ultimately, businesses must take the initiative to approach competitors and initiate collaboration. Takeaways See competitors as collaborators rather than threats Focus on synergies and learning opportunities with competitors Offer services that complement competitors' offerings Establish clear expectations and boundaries in the relationship Take the initiative to approach competitors and initiate collaboration Special Invitation: Join Our £5.8K-£25K/yr Mastermind at ZERO Cost!  (Exclusive to 10 Visionaries Only!) Join our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Session 00:57 The Concern of Competitors as a Distraction 02:50 Seeing Competitors as Collaborators 03:50 Understanding the Synergies with Competitors 04:48 Learning from Competitors 05:46 Complimenting Competitors' Offerings 06:15 Creating a Win-Win Scenario 07:12 Problem Solving with Competitors 08:08 Learning from Competitors' Strengths and Weaknesses 09:05 Offering Services to Competitors' Clients 10:03 Testing Small Collaborative Projects 12:00 Establishing Clear Expectations in the Relationship 13:00 Setting Boundaries and Accepting Expectations 13:59 Taking Initiative to Approach Competitors 15:25 Summary and Closing Remarks 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 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 Get early access 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

Did you know that only 7% of all businesses have a scaleable model?  In this episode, Adam discusses how leaders can beat complacency in their business. Adam shares examples and strategies for cultivating a growth mindset, sticking to a business strategy, embracing new technology, creating a culture of accountability and collaboration, and striving for excellence. He emphasises the importance of continuous learning and personal development in order to stay ahead in a competitive market. Special Invitation: Join Our £5.8K-£25K/yr Mastermind at ZERO Cost!  (Exclusive to 10 Visionaries Only!) Join our waitlist here for early access to our next cohort: https://bit.ly/business-mastermind-waitlist Takeaways Cultivate a growth mindset by challenging your thought processes and encouraging innovation. Stick to a business strategy that adapts to economic and industry trends. Embrace new technology to improve efficiency and gain a competitive edge. Create a culture of accountability and collaboration by defining roles and promoting open communication. Strive for excellence by continuously learning and improving. Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:00 Challenge of Complacency 06:45 Stick to a Business Strategy 09:37 Embrace New Technology 12:56 Create a Culture of Accountability and Collaboration 19:05 Summary 🙏 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 Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 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 Get early access 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

Most businesses don’t scale is because the rely on only one form of lead generation, listen to today’s episode on five innovative ways that generates engaged leads in our business   In this episode, Adam Strong discusses five innovative ways to build engaged leads for exponential business growth. He emphasises the importance of not relying on a single stream of lead generation and shares techniques that have worked for his own business. The chapters cover topics such as the definition of a lead, the dependence on recommendations and referrals, creating organic content, creating a waiting list, podcasting, collaborations, and networking dinners. The key takeaway is to employ multiple lead generation strategies to capture engaged leads and create a demand for your products or services. Prize draw: Win a FREE clarity strategy session (valued at £997) just leave a review on Apple or Spotify and send me a screenshot to hello@adamstrong.net Takeways  What is a lead?  Why it’s important to have engaged leads  Learn how the difference between depth and width in content creation  How to create demand for your offers  How to use podcasting to get your message out there  Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create 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 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 Get early access 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

“Like a diamond, the more clarity we have, the more value we bring” Ruth Shaw Author Summary In this episode, Adam Strong discusses the importance of creating clarity in business. He breaks down the process into three main steps: understanding your audience (who), identifying their challenges (what), and developing a methodology to address those challenges (how). Lack of clarity can lead to warning signs such as weak lead generation and a distorted pitch. Adam emphasises the need to focus on a specific audience and understand their behaviours, values, and pain points. He also advises against comparing oneself to others and highlights the importance of resilience and mental toughness. The episode concludes with a call to action to reach out for more information on creating clarity in business. Takeaways Creating clarity is essential for running a successful business. Understanding your audience and their challenges is crucial. Developing a methodology to address those challenges is key. Not everyone will be a fit for your business, and that's okay. Prize draw: Win a FREE clarity strategy session (valued at £997) just leave a review on Apple or Spotify and send me a screenshot to hello@adamstrong.net Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:58 The Importance of Clarity in Business 02:22 Creating Clarity: Who, What, and How 03:21 Warning Signs of Lack of Clarity 04:18 Understanding Your Audience (Who) 05:12 Identifying the Audience's Challenges (What) 06:34 Developing a Methodology to Address Challenges (How) 09:54 Not Everyone Will Be a Fit 11:21 Examples of Audience Challenges 14:17 Creating a Methodology to Alleviate Pain 19:08 Clarity as the Missing Piece 20:03 Closing and Call to Action Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE HOST Follow me here on 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 Get early access to the game changers inner circle business mastermind go to https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application for more info Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you ready to revolutionise your marketing strategy in 2024? Dive into the Business Strategist Podcast with Adam Strong and digital marketing expert Daniel Latto, as they explore cutting-edge techniques for lead generation, personal branding, and navigating the ever-evolving world of content marketing. Do you want to stay ahead of algorithm changes and authentically connect with your audience?  This week on the business strategist podcast Adam Strong interviews marketing expert Daniel Latto. Dan has been in property for the past 25 years however transitioned to marketing agency owner over 10 years ago. Dan is a realist and speaks with passion and precision.  Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Takeaways Personal marketing and branding are becoming more important as people buy from those they know, like, and trust. Authenticity and trust are crucial in marketing, as people are increasingly skeptical of traditional advertising. Outsourcing and focusing on core competencies can lead to greater success in business. Content is a powerful tool in marketing, and a consistent and diverse content strategy can drive engagement and conversions. Testing and experimentation are essential in marketing to determine what strategies and messages resonate with the target audience. Chapters 00:00 The Shift from Corporate Marketing to Personal Marketing 05:27 The Importance of Authenticity and Trust in Marketing 08:53 Motivations for Starting a Business and Achieving Financial Freedom 12:57 The Power of Content in Marketing 15:44 The Value of Engagement and Conversion in Marketing 16:42 The Role of Qualification in Sales 21:54 The Impact of AI on Marketing 27:10 Starting a Business on a Small Budget 33:28 The Importance of Outsourcing in Business 38:47 The Pitfalls of DIY Marketing 42:33 The Role of Testing in Marketing 46:31 Focus on Client Acquisition in 2024 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE GUEST Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dan.latto LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellatto ABOUT THE HOST 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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How did a journey from an 11-year-old entrepreneur to elite athlete lead to transforming businesses through the mastery of fine margins? This week’s episode I had the privilege of being a guest on the Thoughtful entrepreneur podcast, a 1.5% globally ranked podcast with Josh Elledge. It’s a great show and Josh is a great interviewer.  Adam Strong, a business strategist and host of the podcast 'The Business Strategist,' shares his entrepreneurial journey and insights on growth and mindset. He works with professional services clients to help them disrupt their industries and challenges their mindsets. Adam emphasises the importance of business acumen and mindset in achieving success. He discusses the concept of fine margins and continuous improvement to take businesses to the next level. Adam also addresses the fear of being judged and the need for consistency and uniqueness in content creation. He encourages quality over quantity and overcoming the fear of not being enough. Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Takeaways Business acumen is essential for professional services providers to scale their businesses. Mindset plays a crucial role in achieving goals and overcoming fear. Continuous improvement and focusing on fine margins can lead to significant growth. Consistency, quality, and uniqueness are key in content creation. Overcoming the fear of being judged is necessary for success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:01 Entrepreneurial Journey 02:00 Fine Margins and Taking Things to the Next Level 03:23 Working with Professional Services Clients 04:14 The Importance of Business Acumen 05:11 The Role of Mindset in Achieving Goals 06:36 The Compound Effect and Continuous Improvement 07:30 The Journey of Learning and Growth 08:28 Fear and Its Influence on Decision-Making 09:53 Fear of Being Judged and Inconsistency in Content Creation 12:15 Being Unique in the Marketplace 13:40 The Judgmental World of Social Media 15:49 Quality Over Quantity in Content Creation 16:17 The Fear of Not Being Enough 17:08 Next Steps and Contact Information 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com About The Host The Thoughtful Entrepreneur: https://podcasts.apple.com/lb/podcast/the-thoughtful-entrepreneur/id1394227396 ABOUT THE GUEST 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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How would you like to learn how I achieved a top voice badge on LinkedIn and how you can too?  In this episode, Adam Strong discusses the importance of LinkedIn badges and how they can enhance personal branding and credibility. He explains the two types of badges on LinkedIn: the blue badge (Top Voice) and the gold badge. Adam then provides seven steps to achieve the gold badge, including optimising your profile, contributing to collaborative articles, and being consistent. He emphasizes the need to be real, insightful, and supportive of others on the platform. Adam highlights the benefits of LinkedIn badges in building trust with the audience and concludes by encouraging listeners to take action and connect with him on LinkedIn. Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Takeaways LinkedIn badges, such as the blue badge (Top Voice) and gold badge, enhance personal branding and credibility. To achieve the gold badge on LinkedIn, optimize your profile, contribute to collaborative articles, and be consistent. Being real, sharing insights and case studies, and supporting others' contributions are key to success on LinkedIn. LinkedIn badges help build trust with the audience and can lead to better networking and business opportunities. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Importance of LinkedIn Badges 02:19 Types of Badges on LinkedIn 03:45 Steps to Achieve the Gold Badge on LinkedIn 16:12 Contributing to Collaborative Articles 22:01 Benefits of LinkedIn Badges and Building Trust 23:23 Conclusion and Call to Action 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE GUEST 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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What’s the secret to creating a high performance team?  On today’s podcast we have Ron Macklin who is an author and leadership expert and has spent over 20 years studying and implementing effective team-building strategies. He is the creator of the Macklin Connection Method and the founder of Macklin Connection, a company that helps organisations build strong and successful teams. Ron has a degree in engineering and has led teams that set world records and won numerous awards for customer satisfaction. His new book, “Everyone is Afraid: A Fable of Fear, Friendship, and Flourishing,” explores the power of vulnerability and connection in building successful teams. Takeaways Vulnerability is essential for building high-performing teams. Open communication and trust are key components of successful teams. Fear can hinder team performance, but vulnerability can overcome it. Leaders should create a culture of vulnerability and allow others to contribute. Everyone is afraid, and leaders have a role in inspiring vulnerability. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 05:23 Passion for Helping Teams Succeed 08:15 Creating High-Performing Teams 09:15 Building Trust and Open Communication 11:33 The Power of Vulnerability 15:04 Overcoming Fear and Embracing Vulnerability 18:14 The Fear of Losing and Holding On 20:02 The Impact of Fear on Team Performance 22:50 Becoming a Leader Who Inspires Vulnerability 26:28 Creating a Culture of Vulnerability 27:44 Empathy and Connection 32:11 Practical Steps to Foster Vulnerability 35:23 The Seven-Step Methodology 40:38 The Importance of Knowing Your Stand 43:52 The Seven Steps to Building Connection 46:53 Allowing Others to Contribute 47:46 Everyone is Afraid 48:45 Closing Remarks and Contact Information 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE GUEST LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ronmacklin Website: https://www.macklinconnection.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ron.macklin   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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From overcoming childhood challenges to sharing stages with icons like John Travolta and Vanilla Ice, my life's journey embodies transformation, resilience, and a relentless drive for excellence. A few weeks ago I had the privilege to be feature as a guest on the Label Free Podcast, hosted by Deanna Radulescu. Here are more details on the podcast.  Label free podcast  Adam shares his unique journey from being an introverted young boy with alopecia to becoming a successful athlete and entrepreneur. He discusses the impact of his athletic training on his business strategies and the importance of resilience, focus, and self-discipline. Adam also highlights his passion for supporting women in business and shares insights from his podcast, The Business Strategist. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about personal growth, entrepreneurship, and the power of moving forward. To connect with Adam or to learn more, head to the links below 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thebusinessstrategist Tag us and share the show with your network Takeaways Overcoming challenges and building resilience at a young age can set the foundation for success in business. Creating multiple income streams and diversifying your ventures can lead to financial stability and growth. Building a personal brand and creating valuable content can help establish credibility and attract clients. Continuously learning, upskilling, and moving forward is essential for personal and professional growth. Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:32 From Elite Athlete to Business Strategist 08:14 Transitioning to Entrepreneurship 09:40 Starting a Golf Ball Business 14:51 Adam's Three Businesses 16:58 Adam's Physical Challenges 19:22 Championing Women in Business 25:58 The Business Strategist Podcast 29:35 Last Words of Wisdom ABOUT THE GUEST   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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Influence isn't just persuasion – it's about understanding the hidden forces that guide our decisions. In this episode, we have our host Adam Strong also known as the ‘Business Strategist’, Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, International Speaker and Founder of ‘The Business Strategist’ podcast. Adam Strong introduces the Business Strategist podcast and discusses the topic of increasing influence. He shares his personal journey of understanding influence and how it has impacted his business.  He then dives into the seven principles of influence, including reciprocation, commitment, social proof, authority, likability, scarcity, and unity. Adam provides examples and strategies for applying these principles to enhance influence and build long-term relationships. 🙏 How To Support The Business Strategist 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Did you get some value? Help us to create a bigger impact by buying me a cup of tea 👉 here  Tag us and share the show with your network Value Bombs from today’s episode  Influence is not about manipulation, but about providing value and helping others achieve their goals. Reciprocation is a powerful principle of influence, where giving value to others creates a sense of indebtedness. Commitment is important in building trust and loyalty, and consistent communication helps reinforce commitment. Social proof, such as testimonials and reviews, increases trust and credibility. Authority and likability play a role in influencing others, and public speaking can enhance authority. Creating a sense of scarcity and unity can increase the perceived value and desirability of a product or service. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:25 Topic: Increasing Influence 04:25 Principle 1: Reciprocation 10:04 Principle 2: Commitment 12:44 Principle 3: Social Proof 15:30 Principle 4: Authority 16:44 Principle 5: Likability 19:11 Principle 6: Scarcity 22:08 Principle 7: Unity 23:53 Summary and Conclusion Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com ABOUT THE GUEST   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 Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why 2024 could be make or break for many in professional services and here’s why…😱 This year we saw the AI 🤖 revolution take off, like others we’ve been experimenting with AI for a while but now we are discovering there is huge potential for opportunity  On today’s episode we have our host Adam Strong also known as the ‘Business Strategist’, Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, International Speaker and Founder of ‘The Business Strategist’ podcast. Adam will share his 2024 predictions that you need to take into consideration when planning your business strategy  Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 🙏 How To Support The Game Changers Experience Podcast 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Buy me a coffee 👉 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thegamechangers Tag us and share the show with your network Value Bombs from today’s episode  Build and improve your personal brand- your audience don’t invest in products or services they buy you first Learn to focus on human connection by developing relationships online and offline working practice How to ride the AI wave and capitalise on the opportunity  Learn why money is no longer the driver to achieve results focus on these three things (revealed in the show) Focus on lead generation and sales conversions through education and organic content creation   ABOUT THE GUEST Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking to have the best year ever? Follow these steps for creating a strategic plan  On today’s episode we have our host Adam Strong also known as the ‘Business Strategist’, Best Selling Author, Entrepreneur, International Speaker and Founder of ‘The Business Strategist’ podcast. He currently runs 3 different businesses and works with leaders and entrepreneurs in the professional services industry to empower them to scale up through his business mastermind programme. Adam is a Former Elite Athlete that trained with Olympic and World Champion Sir Mo Farah for 3 years. He takes the same skill-set that he learned as an elite athlete to teach his clients on how to increase profitability by building purpose led, results orientated and impactful businesses. He is the best selling author of three books ‘Move it or lose it’, ’Fit body fit business’ and ‘Play the game’. He has been featured the front cover of Influential People Magazine, Steer Magazine and Global Man magazine, BBC radio, the Huffington post, in People Management magazine, Forbes, CIO, Edge, HR Director and DiversityQ. He has interviewed influencers and thought leaders such as Jack Canfield, Marshall Goldsmith, Dr John DeMartini, Chester Elton, Evan Carmichael & Olympic athletes such Neil Fachie, Jonathan Horton and Kate Strong. He has shared the stage with celebrities such as John Travolta, Vanilla Ice, Calvin Klein, 50 cent and Dr Nido Qubein. Have you got a plan for scaling up? If not, take the business growth quiz here for FREE: https:/howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com 🙏 How To Support The Game Changers Experience Podcast 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Buy me a coffee 👉 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thegamechangers Tag us and share the show with your network   Value Bombs from today’s episode  Re-evaluate what’s working well and what improvements need to be made  Re-discover your vision and mission  What KPI’s do you need in place? Creating a unique selling proposition  How to identify challenges, risks and opportunities  ABOUT THE GUEST Host LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you thinking of embracing AI into your business? On today’s episode we have Chris Hood, a digital strategy expert and author of 'Customer Transformation,' boasts 35+ years in AI, marketing, and business development. Hosting 'The Chris Hood Digital Show,' he guides organisations on innovation and customer-centric leadership.  Former roles include heading Google's Digital Business Strategy, crafting transformation programs for Fortune 500 companies, and developing storytelling technologies at Fox Broadcasting & Disney. As a co-founder of Blind Squirrel Games, his influence stretches across multiple industries. Chris also teaches at Southern New Hampshire University. 🙏 How To Support The Game Changers Experience Podcast 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Buy me a coffee 👉 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thegamechangers Tag us and share the show with your network Value Bombs from today’s episode  Learn about the key steps in crafting a digital strategy that can lead to transformation How can smaller businesses effectively utilise AI and digital tools without the resources of larger corporations  How business leaders can foster a culture of innovation and adaptability  Discover the 7 stage strategy to aligning customers  Tap into some of the emerging trends that small businesses be aware of in the next few years ABOUT THE GUEST LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/chrishood Facebook: https://facebook.com/chrishood.fb X: https://twitter.com/chrishood1 YouTube https://youtube.com/@chrishood Instagram: https://instagram.com/chrishood.ig Host LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever felt something was holding you back but couldn’t quite figure out what? On today’s episode we have Tara Halliday who is a world-class Imposter Syndrome Coach. She guides high-achieving leaders to eliminate imposter syndrome and develop energy, focus, calm resilience and effortless confidence. Tara brings a practical and scientific approach to helping high-performers reach their highest potential. She has a PhD in Engineering and over 20 years’ experience as a qualified holistic therapist she is a certified coach and certified neuro feedback trainer. She is the author of Amazon #1 best-sellers ‘Unmasking: The Coach’s Guide to Imposter Syndrome’ (2018) and ‘Outsmart Imposter Syndrome’ (2023) Her mission and passion are to free high-achievers and leaders from unnecessary, internal suffering so they can live happy, meaningful, successful lives. 🙏 How To Support The Game Changers Experience Podcast 🎙️ Subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify Buy me a coffee 👉 here https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thegamechangers Tag us and share the show with your network Value Bombs from today’s episode  Learn about the common misconceptions of imposter syndrome  How Imposter syndrome typically manifest itself and the impact can have on entrepreneurs  Learn about key strategies to overcome imposter syndrome  Learn how to reprogram your conscious  Learn how to challenge your beliefs and self worth  ABOUT THE GUEST Website: https://www.outsmartimpostersyndrome.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tara-halliday-phd/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@OutsmartImposterSyndrome Free quiz: https://bit.ly/ImpostorQuiz Online course: https://bit.ly/OutsmartIS Amazon #1 best-selling books by Tara Outsmart Imposter Syndrome (2023) Unmasking: The Coaches Guide to Imposter Syndrome (2018) Host LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong Have you got a plan for 2024? If not, take the business growth quiz here: https://howtogrowabusiness.scoreapp.com Unfortunately, I’ve been booked up for most of 2023 however if you would like the opportunity to work with me and my team in 2024 join the waiting list here where I’ll announce our next window of opportunity: https://www.thebusinessstrategist.global/inner-circle-application Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices