
About Adam Rubins
Adam Rubins has over 25 years of experience in the digital world, heading up the EMEA marketing at Disney before going on to launch his own agency Way to Blue.
There he worked with huge brands such as Red Bull, NBC Universal and InterContinental Hotels Group.
After selling his agency in 2018, Adam set up The Arc – a consultancy to help business owners grow, but also protect their mental health.
🌏 Now Next Why Website: https://nownextwhy.co.uk/
🧑🏽💻Adam’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamrubins/
📸 Adam’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arubins
🐦Adam’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/adamrubins
In This Episode...
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to No Bullsh*t Talks
01:12 Meet Adam Rubins
02:19 The Disney Experience: Lessons and Challenges
05:15 Transition to Entrepreneurship
09:20 The Reality of Running a Business
14:24 The Obsession with Growth and Scaling
16:14 Challenges in the Agency World
28:00 The Importance of Collaboration and Ecosystems
36:18 Navigating Business Acquisitions
38:47 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Selling a Business
41:25 The Reality of Post-Sale Life
44:18 The Importance of Mental Health for Business Leaders
50:31 Generational Shifts in Leadership
01:00:42 Advice for Current and Aspiring Agency Owners
01:11:16 Final Thoughts and Optimism for the Future