The Rundown with Ramon - Ramon Ray - small business podcast for entrepreneurs

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares powerful lessons from Raising Cane’s founder Todd Graves on how to build a billion-dollar brand—from perseverance to progress over perfection. Ramon also highlights Seth Godin’s take on feedback, shares a hilarious Wall Street Journal piece about “uncool” texting styles, and celebrates Chris Schembra’s success building global connection over a bowl of pasta.Also in this episode:How to start a lean business (from ZoneofGenius.com)Why it matters if you’re a “marathoner” or a “sprinter” entrepreneurBrought to you by Bitdefender Small Business Security📬 Subscribe at ZoneofGenius.com🎤 Learn more about Ramon at RamonRay.com🔐 Protect your business with Bitdefender

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares a powerful playbook for what to do after you land media attention—whether it's a podcast, local news, or a major TV appearance. Ramon outlines exactly how to turn a single media hit into long-term brand value, visibility, and client trust.Also in this episode:Why Marcus Sheridan says Google search is “effectively dead”The brilliance behind National Cheesecake DayHow Starbucks is refocusing on human connectionPlus: Protect your business with Bitdefender Small Business Security💡 Insights from ZoneofGenius.com🔐 Sponsored by Bitdefender Small Business

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray gives you a behind-the-scenes tour of his podcast studio setup and shares the tools he uses to create professional-quality content. Plus, he breaks down why you need a password manager, what Amazon’s new AI bracelet could mean for your privacy, and how to protect your business from cyberattacks with Bitdefender Small Business.💡 Ramon also reflects on recent tragedies and reminds us all to lead with kindness, forgiveness, and purpose.🔒 Sponsored by Bitdefender Small Business📬 Subscribe at ZoneofGenius.com

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares why buying a new phone made him reflect on personal growth, mindset shifts, and the hidden cost of staying stuck. He covers why you must upgrade your thinking, how to thrive despite negative headlines, and what Google's AI-powered search means for your visibility.Plus: Would you implant Neuralink in your brain if it restored your health? And Uber’s new feature for pairing women with women drivers—Ramon unpacks it all.📈 Sponsored by Bitdefender Small Business💡 More insights at ZoneofGenius.com🎤 Join Ramon at EntrepreneurLevelUp.com

Create Your Own Luck and Build a Business That Pays You BackThis week on the Rundown with Ramon Show:Inspired by Seth Godin, we explore how to create your own good luck in businessHow Joe Budden makes money from more than just his podcastCoca-Cola experiments with cane sugar — what that means for your brandHow to use Qwoted to get free media attentionHosted by Ramon Ray — small business expert, speaker, and founder of ZoneofGenius.com.

In today’s episode, Ramon Ray dives into the mindset of premium pricing—and how every small business needs customers who value their time and expertise. Plus:Rebuilding after tragedyWhat it really means to be “rich”The magic of networking and showing upListen, learn, and level up.

What do burgers and branding have in common? A LOT.In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, I share surprising business lessons from 5 Guys and how they master self-promotion—something every entrepreneur needs to embrace.Plus, we explore:OpenAI’s Agent Mode: Is Microsoft Office in trouble?Lizzo’s transformation: Why mindset, not just weight, drives changeCracker Barrel’s rebrand: How to stay relevant without losing your identity🎯 Perfect for small business owners, solopreneurs, and creators who want to sharpen their brand, elevate their mindset, and stay ahead of trends.🎙️ Hosted by Ramon Ray, entrepreneur, author, and personal branding expert.👉 Don’t forget to follow, rate, and share if you love the show.#BusinessTips #Branding #EntrepreneurMindset #RundownWithRamon

In this episode of the Rocket Lawyer Small Business Spotlight, Ramon Ray chats with Dennis Goosen, founder of Goosen, CPA. https://www.RocketLawyer.com Dennis shares how Rocket Lawyer became a key part of his firm’s ability to serve clients across the U.S. with legal needs like business formation, bylaws, and estate planning — all while saving time and building trust. Plus, Dennis drops some no-nonsense wisdom for small business owners, including why charging what you’re worth might be the best business move you can make. Tune in for:- Legal tools CPAs use to serve clients better- The value of partnerships and expert platforms- Practical financial advice for entrepreneursLearn more about Dennis at goosen.cpa. Powered by Rocket Lawyer - www.RocketLawyer.com

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon Show, we explore two powerful ideas that every small business owner needs to hear:– How Microsoft’s 2025 Work Trend Index introduces the rise of the “Frontier Firm”—and what that means for small businesses adopting AI– Why it’s totally OK (and sometimes essential) to pause, pivot, and start again—with a lesson inspired by Simon Cowell on America’s Got TalentLearn how to start small with AI tools like ChatGPT and Microsoft CopilotDiscover how the courage to restart can unlock your best business ideasWalk away with 3+ action steps to future-proof your business and reignite your momentumTune in now and let this episode help you work smarter and lead bolder.#SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #AI #Leadership #Mindset #RundownWithRamon

The Rundown with Ramon, host Ramon Ray speaks with Pallavi Pande, founder of sustainable dinnerware brand Dtocs , to unpack her journey from engineer to eco-entrepreneur.Discover how Pallavi turned palm leaves into a purpose-driven business that's redefining how we host gatherings and celebrate sustainability.No million-dollar claims here—just real talk about navigating COVID shutdowns, building smart through Amazon, and reaching larger brands with a small team and big mission.In this episode:Why Dtocs tableware is 100% compostable and culture-inspiredHow Pallavi built traction without a big team or big budgetThe power of blending business and family instead of chasing “balance”Advice for product-based entrepreneurs on starting lean and scaling with dataWhether you're a sustainable brand, a mompreneur, or just love innovation—you’ll be inspired by Pallavi’s mix of strategy, heart, and hustle.Watch, subscribe, and get more stories like this at ZoneofGenius.comFeel free to use DTOCS20 coupon code for 20% off and free shipping on our website orders- https://www.dtocs.com.