The Business Strategist With Adam Strong

By Adam Strong

The Business Strategist is the ultimate podcast for entrepreneurs, founders and business owners looking to scale, grow, and exit their businesses successfully.

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November 20, 2025Survive Reset Thrive: Growth Strategies for Uncertain Times
What if the economy is not the problem? What if your strategy is?
I sit down with Dr Rebecca Homkes to blow up the doom narrative and show founders how to grow when everyone else is stuck. We unpack why uncertainty favours the bold, how to swap rigid plans for belief driven preparation, and the simple loops and huddles that create aligned speed.
If you want to steady the ship and pull away from the pack, this one is the episode to listen to.
5 takeaways
How to turn fear into an edge by avoiding delusion, paralysis and frenzy.

How to replace rigid plans with belief driven preparation you can test fast.

Improve your shock response with the four Cs: cash, cost, customer, communication.

Learn to build a right to win by clarifying what you have, what you can do and the moats you will dig.

How to create aligned speed with weekly huddles that ask what we did and what we learned.

Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: ⁠https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com⁠
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to ⁠https://www.adambenedict.co.uk⁠

Chapters
00:00 Navigating Economic Uncertainty
11:23 Understanding Growth Mindset in Business
22:46 Strategies for Thriving Amidst Challenges
28:36 Navigating Business Challenges with the Four C's
32:35 Transitioning from Survive to Thrive
37:31 Harnessing Uncertainty for Growth
42:04 Identifying Opportunities in a Changing Market
46:50 Strategic Reflections for Future Success

ABOUT THE GUEST
https://www.rebeccahomkes.com/
https://www.surviveresetthrive.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-homkes/
Survive Reset Thrive: Leading breakthrough growth strategy through volatile times:
https://www.amazon.com/Survive-Reset-Thrive-Implementing-High-Growth/dp/139860786X

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
Website: ⁠https://adamstrong.net⁠
Email: [email protected]

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November 13, 2025Breaking Free From Reactive Leadership
You are not leading. You are firefighting. And it is costing you growth.
In this episode I talk about the trap founders fall into when the business starts running them. If you are answering every email, fixing every mistake and your team will not move without you, this is for you. I break down why we slip into reactive leadership, what it does to your energy and momentum, and how to shift into a role where you lead, think and build. It is practical, honest and based on what I had to change myself.
Why listen
You will spot the signs that you have become the bottleneck.

You will hear how reactive leadership leads straight to burnout.

You will get simple moves to create space for strategy again.

You will learn how to get your team to decide without you.

You will see how this makes your business scalable and exit ready.
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: ⁠https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com⁠
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to ⁠https://www.adambenedict.co.uk⁠
ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
Website: ⁠https://adamstrong.net⁠
Email: [email protected]

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22min
November 06, 2025Why Culture-Strong Companies Sell for More
Culture doesn’t sit on your balance sheet — but it’s the reason some businesses sell for millions more than yours.
In this episode I sit down (for the third time!) with WSJ bestselling author Alex Brueckmann to unpack something most founders completely miss in their exit plan: buyers don’t just buy your numbers — they buy your culture.
We break down his 9 Elements of Organisational Identity, talk about why two companies with identical P&Ls sell for totally different prices, and how to show culture in due diligence so you can justify a premium.
If you’re planning to scale and exit in the next 24–36 months, this is the lens you need.

5 reasons to listen
You’ll finally understand the “valuation gap” — why some firms with the same revenue and profit command higher multiples.

You get Alex’s 9-element framework that links culture, strategy and leadership — in plain English, not academic fluff.

You’ll hear how investors actually think and what they look for beyond client lists and P&Ls when deciding to overpay.

You’ll learn how to evidence culture in a way buyers can see, not just read as nice words on a website.
• 5. You’ll spot the founder-dependency red flags that kill deals — and what to fix now if you want to exit in 24–36 months.
Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: ⁠https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com⁠
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to ⁠https://www.adambenedict.co.uk⁠
ABOUT THE GUEST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexanderbrueckmann
Website: www.AlexBrueckmann.com
ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
Website: ⁠https://adamstrong.net⁠
Email: [email protected]

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1h 5min
October 30, 2025 Stop Letting Talent Slip Away
The next hire you’re avoiding is costing you millions—and your peace of mind.
In this episode, I sit down with Talent Maximizer Roberta Matuson to unpack the real reason founders stall: people. We get honest about 3 a.m. recruitment anxiety, the fear of hiring someone better than you, and the scarcity mindset that keeps teams mediocre.
Roberta dismantles hire slow, fire fast principle, shows me how to attract A-players without the massive salaries, and explains why small firms have a hidden edge right now.
We cover when AI helps (and when it hurts), how magnetic leadership pulls talent to you, and practical ways to rewrite roles, filter candidates fast, and build a team that scales—and sells.

Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com

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ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk
ABOUT THE GUEST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/roberta-matuson/

28-Minute Power Session (10 Slots Only)
What: A laser-focused, 28-minute coaching call to solve your biggest leadership or career challenge.
Why: Quick, affordable, and results-driven. Perfect for today’s fast-paced world.
Bonus: Free Kindle copy of one of my books—your choice.
Investment: $199 (normally $495)
For further info email: [email protected]

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
Website: https://adamstrong.net

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57min
October 23, 2025The Emotional Driver Playbook: 5 Steps to Validate Your Offer & Create a 3-Year Waitlist
Stop launching to crickets. What if the secret to a 7-figure launch isn't your product, but a hidden emotional driver you've completely missed? I'm sharing the 5-step framework that creates the demand and not the desperation.

What if you knew precisely what makes your ideal client buy... before you even built the product? It all comes down to their hidden fears, their biggest frustrations, and their secret aspirations. Most entrepreneurs sell the solution; the smartest ones sell a way out of the pain.
In this episode, I reveal the 5-step launch process that a $1B razor company and the world's most famous electric car brand used to create demand from thin air. This is the difference between guessing what works and launching with absolute certainty.
How to find your customer's 'buy button': Learn to uncover the real psychological drivers (the fears and frustrations) that control your customer's wallet.

The $1B razor secret: Discover how one company disrupted an entire industry by identifying a single, universal frustration their competitors ignored.

The pre-launch playbook: I'll explain how an iconic CEO pre-sold hundreds of thousands of products before the factory was even built, creating a 3-year waitlist.

The perceived value pricing trick: Stop trading time for money. Learn the 4-part pricing strategy that lets you charge more while making customers feel like they got a bargain.

How to build an 'unbeatable offer: Find out how strategic partnerships can instantly elevate your product's status and make it the only logical choice in your market.
Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com

Chapters
00:00 Transforming Your Business with New Offers
00:57 Understanding Your Audience Through Research
03:43 Crafting a Unique Value Proposition
06:01 Testing Demand and Validating Your Offer
07:54 Strategic Pricing for Success
11:22 Enhancing Customer Experience Through Collaboration

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ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk
ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamstrong

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17min
October 16, 2025 Growing 160K followers with AI content strategy and personal branding
What if the secret to building a audience of over 160,000 followers wasn't about grinding out content for 10 hours a day but instead it was about finding the 20% of AI prompts that generate 80% of the results, effectively creating an artificial version of yourself to do the heavy lifting?
I brought on Charlie Hills a LinkedIn growth strategist that leverages AI tools to create an authentic personal brand. Charlie has over 160k+ followers on LinkedIn and turns audiences into opportunities.
We break down why context engineering now beats prompt engineering, how to build a lightweight AI version of you that keeps your voice and judgement, and where AI agents actually make sense (and where humans still win).
Charlie shares the visual tactics (carousels/cheat sheets) and we finish with a live audit of my LinkedIn profile so you can duplicate the same playbook for your own profile.

Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com

Chapters
00:00 Unlocking AI for Audience Growth
02:39 The Evolution of Personal Branding
05:32 Mastering AI Prompts and Context
08:13 Navigating AI Biases and Ethics
11:05 Understanding AI Agents
13:45 AI Hacks for Content Creation
16:38 Building a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
35:30 The Value of Lead Generation Posts
37:32 Strategies for Building a Following
39:49 The Daily Posting Debate
43:09 Content Creation and Audience Engagement
45:00 Profile Auditing and Improvement
01:02:12 Top Tips for Gaining Attention and Trust

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If this is the first time you’re listening congrats, if you like today’s episode please subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify
ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk
ABOUT THE GUEST
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-hills/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/charliehills/
Website https://cognified.io/

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamstrong

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1h 9min
October 09, 2025How to Build a Top 1.5% Globally Ranked Podcast
Over five years ago, I launched a podcast with zero production experience, a lot of curiosity, and one goal: to empower business leaders to scale and exit with confidence. What started as the Game Changers Experience evolved into The Business Strategist – now downloaded in over 50 countries, with 360+ episodes and counting.

In this candid conversation with my long-time friend and leadership powerhouse Chris Salem, I share exactly how I built a podcast that’s stood the test of time while others faded out.

We talk consistency, strategy, brand evolution, why I never miss an episode (even on holiday!), and where this platform is headed next—including the exciting leap toward becoming a full media company.

Whether you're a founder, leader, or future podcaster, this episode will show you how to build something that lasts and grows with you.
Here's what I covered
Real Talk on Podcasting Longevity
Discover the behind-the-scenes decisions, structure, and mindset that kept this podcast alive every single week for over five years—when most die in their first season.

From Side Project to Media Powerhouse
Learn how I'm evolving The Business Strategist into a full-blown media company and what that means for content creation, reach, and impact in 2026 and beyond.

The Secret to Consistency (Even on Holidays)
I reveal the mental frameworks, routines, and identity shifts that made never missing an episode possible—even during Christmas or when travelling abroad.

Why Niche Beats Noise
We unpack why I intentionally didn’t chase the Joe Rogan model and why staying in your niche (scaling + exiting) builds deeper loyalty and bigger opportunities.

A Glimpse into the Future of Business Strategy
Hear what’s coming next—episodes on M&A, post-exit identity shifts, AI integration, and interviews with founders who’ve actually exited—not just talked about it.
Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com

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If this is the first time you’re listening congrats, if you like today’s episode please subscribe, listen and leave a review on 👉 Apple, Spotify

ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk

ABOUT THE GUEST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/adamstrongofficial

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophersalem
Website: https://christophersalem.com/

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40min
October 02, 2025 10 Hidden Pitfalls That Sabotage Business Growth (and How to Avoid Them)
Scaling a business is simple—until it isn’t. Most founders sabotage their growth without even realising it. Are you making the same mistakes that could be quietly killing your scale-up?
In today’s episode of The Business Strategist, I’m sharing the 10 most common pitfalls that derail founders when scaling—and more importantly, how to avoid them. These aren’t theoretical ideas. They come directly from my own journey and client conversations, along with stories and strategies you can apply immediately.
Whether it’s expanding revenue streams, breaking free from the “doing it all myself” trap, or avoiding weak leadership that undermines your culture—this episode will help you see your business through a sharper lens and give you practical solutions you can use today.
Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment’ and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com
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ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamstrong

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27min
September 25, 20259 Client Archetypes to Avoid if You Want to Scale Without Burnout
Have you ever said yes to a client who drained your energy, disrespected your time, and made you regret chasing the money instead of protecting your business?
In this episode of The Business Strategist, I share the 9 types of clients I’ll never work with again—and how you can spot them before they drain your profits and peace of mind.
I also walk you through the 7 traits of an ideal client and the exact steps I use to pre-qualify, set boundaries, and make sure I only partner with people who energise me and deliver results.
These lessons come from my own mistakes—including a recent nightmare client—and they’ll help you scale faster by saying yes to the right clients and no to the wrong ones.
What you’ll learn
The 9 toxic client archetypes that sabotage your business growth.

My simple pre-qualification process to filter out red flags early.

The 7 traits of an ideal client I now look for in every deal.

How I use boundaries, accountability, and intuition to protect time and energy.

Why saying no to the wrong clients is the fastest way to scale with freedom and focus.

Let’s be real — if you’re drowning in day-to-day crap, you’ll never scale or exit. The Founders Exit Playbook is your ticket out of the chaos. Learn how to stop being your own bottleneck and start leading like a boss. It’s free, no email required and no BS. Grab it here: https://www.notion.so/The-Exit-Playbook-Shift-from-Operator-to-Visionary-Leader-2341d950a9a5808080b5e57490e5c4b5
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ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk

ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamstrong

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28min
September 18, 2025Why Most Leaders Fail to Scale — and How the Best Break Through
What if the very habits that helped you start your business are now the same ones holding you back from scaling it?
In this episode, Adam Strong sits down with Louisa Loran — former executive advisor at Google, Maersk, and Diageo — to unpack the hard truths about why most leaders stall out… and how the best transform themselves to break through complexity, chaos, and cultural traps.
You’ll walk away with practical insights on how to:
Spot the difference between busyness and true progress

Balance strong strategy with personal empowerment

Use collective intelligence without losing focus

Steer your company with discipline while staying human-centered

Create readiness for change instead of resistance to it
This isn’t theory — it’s real-world lessons Louisa gained advising global giants, translated for the everyday founder scaling a 6–7 figure business.
Want to exit your business but unsure where to start?
Take the ‘Exit readiness assessment' and find out the gaps of what you need to do to plan your exit strategy confidently. Click on the link here: https://readytoexit.scoreapp.com

ABOUT OUR SPONSOR
Helping you take the complexity out of exiting your business.
Go to https://www.adambenedict.co.uk

ABOUT THE GUEST
https://www.linkedin.com/in/louisa-loran/
www.louisaloran.com/
ABOUT THE HOST
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamistrong
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/adamstrong

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50min

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