Episode 263

From $200M Financial Advisor to Media Mogul: The Power of Just Listening with Adam Torres

What if the secret to recession-proofing your business isn't about having all the answers—but about listening to the right questions?

Join host Lindsay Sutherland in this powerful conversation with Adam Torres, founder of Mission Matters and prolific podcaster who's conducted over 6,000 interviews. Adam shares his unconventional journey from managing nearly $200 million as a financial advisor to building a media empire—all by doing one thing exceptionally well: listening.

In this episode, discover:

  • The pivot that changed everything: How one mentor's advice about writing a book completely transformed Adam's career trajectory
  • The recession-proof strategy: Why listening to your current clients' problems (not inventing new products) is the key to sustainable growth
  • From finance to media: How Adam built a podcast agency and publishing company by simply paying attention to what people were actually asking for
  • The "I don't know" superpower: Why curiosity beats expertise when building scalable businesses
  • The Goldilocks Dilemma of Podcasting: Why most podcasters quit and how to design a sustainable show for the next 20+ years
  • Why NOW is the perfect time to start podcasting: The explosive opportunity most people are completely missing (hint: we're only at "year one" of the podcast revolution)

Adam also reveals the deeply personal reason why podcasting matters beyond business—including how recordings of his late mother became priceless family legacy—and makes a compelling case for why you should be planning your show for the next 50 years, not just the next 5.

Special Announcement: Adam's first personally-written book, "1 Billion Podcasts: The Future of All Media," launches in November. Follow @askadamtorres on Instagram for contests, prizes, and exclusive content.

Perfect for entrepreneurs navigating uncertainty, aspiring podcasters, and anyone looking to build a recession-proof business by solving real problems for real people.

Connect with Adam Torres: Instagram: @askadamtorres

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Keywords: recession-proof business, podcasting strategy, business pivot, entrepreneurship, media business, long-term thinking, legacy building, sustainable business model

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Lindsay Sutherland

Lindsay Sutherland is a business consultant, speaker, and entrepreneur dedicated to helping business owners build companies that run with freedom, purpose, and profit. With over 20 years of leadership and sales experience in the automotive industry, Lindsay understands the challenges of growing a business that feels more like a burden than a blessing. After leaving corporate life, she co-founded Biz in a Box Solutions, a CRM and automation company that empowers small service-based businesses to streamline their operations and reclaim their time.

Her signature consulting program, The Clockwork Method, guides overwhelmed business owners through the process of systemizing, scaling, and stepping back into the true role of visionary leader. Lindsay’s approach blends practical business systems with faith-led alignment, helping entrepreneurs not only make more money but also create a business that supports their life — not the other way around.

As the host of The Freedom Entrepreneur Podcast, Lindsay shares strategies, stories, and mindset shifts that challenge conventional thinking and inspire business owners to grow without burning out. She also co-owned Off Grid Unlimited Installations, an electrical and renewable energy company in Idaho, where she lives with her husband and four children on their family farm.

Passionate about redefining success beyond hustle culture, Lindsay helps leaders build businesses rooted in clarity, sustainability, and freedom. Whether she’s speaking on stage, consulting with executives, or mentoring faith-led entrepreneurs, her mission is the same: to help people transform their business into a vehicle for purpose, profit, and lasting impact.