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 valuable insights on business growth strategies and adapting to today's changing environment. Key points include: learning from Home Depot's $20 billion gardening success, navigating the AI revolution in education and its impact on hiring practices, why AI-powered CEO avatars undermine authentic leadership, the competitive advantage of connecting face-to-face with customers, and leveraging timely content opportunities during economic uncertainty. Perfect for small business owners looking to grow and adapt their businesses!

In this powerful episode of The Rundown with Ramon, Ramon Ray, publisher of ZoneofGenius.com, sits down with Ericka Angell, VP of Small Business Sales at Verizon Business, to unpack the tech trends shaping small business success.Don't miss out - https://www.zoneofgenius.com/subscribe We dive into:✅ How small businesses are really using AI✅ The critical importance of cybersecurity (even for solopreneurs!)✅ Verizon’s latest tools and resources for entrepreneurs✅ How to future-proof your business through education and digital readiness✅ What tech investments are worth it in today’s uncertain worldWhether you're a startup founder, established entrepreneur, or just tech-curious, this episode is packed with insights to help you work smarter, grow faster, and serve your customers better.🔗 Visit https://zoneofgenius.com for more interviews, insights, and entrepreneur resources.💡 Learn more about Verizon’s free Small Business Digital Ready program: https://www.verizon.com/smallbusinessdigitalready👉 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more content on business growth, marketing, and tech trends.#SmallBusiness #AI #VerizonBusiness #EntrepreneurTips #Cybersecurity #BusinessTechnology #ZoneOfGenius #RamonRay

In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares powerful insights on overcoming fear and being audacious in business. Key points include: Pushing past fear and doubt when starting something new, Learning from Netflix's entertainment and engagement strategies, Creating your own opportunities without waiting for recognition,Thinking bigger with strategic focus, and standing out in an AI-driven world through creativity and boldness.Ramon also highlights Mark Schaefer's book "Audacious" on winning in the modern marketing landscape. Essential viewing for entrepreneurs seeking to break through limitations and grow their business!Don't miss out - https://www.zoneofgenius.com/subscribe

Ramon Ray returns with a new episode of The Rundown with Ramon, packed with actionable insights for small business owners. Key points include: Creating Minimum Viable Products to test market interestimplementing tiered pricing strategies like Netflix and Spotify, diversifying your offerings like Uber, overcoming mindset limitations that block business growth, and the importance of thinking bigger with your business goals and pricing. Perfect for entrepreneurs looking for practical strategies to grow their business! Don't miss out - https://www.ZoneofGenius.com/subscribe

Why Appreciation at Work Matters More Than EverI recently spoke with Erin Mittelstaedt, CEO of The FruitGuys, and her message was clear: appreciation isn’t just nice—it’s necessary.For over 27 years, The FruitGuys has delivered fresh fruit to offices across the U.S., but what they really deliver is care. Erin shared how small gestures—like perfectly ripe bananas or handwritten notes—can go a long way in employee morale.Here’s what stood out:Appreciation doesn’t have to be expensive—sincerity matters more than scale.Employees often leave not for money, but for lack of care and connection.A strong company culture starts with values, not perks.Want to retain your team and build a healthier workplace? Start by simply saying “thank you.”🍎 More at ZoneofGenius.com #Leadership #WorkplaceCulture #EmployeeExperience #TheRundownWithRamon #FruitGuys

Self-sabotage thoughts are deadly. I suffer with it. We often are our own worst enemies. I took some time to share my own journey in conquering self-defeat, negative self-talk and more. - Focus on what you do well and your strengths- Yes, aim to get better every day, but focus on your super powers.- Stay away from negative people who always put you down and put down others- Listen to good people with good intentions who want the best for you- Discipline your mind for affirmations of positivity- Surround yourself with those who can uplift you to be the best version of yourself.

Welcome to the Rundown with Ramon - 8 minutes of insights from The Celebrity CEO, small business expert, Ramon Ray- How can you be a great company to work for? These brands are the best large employers to grow your career. Here's what you can do- Fake job applications are posing a risk for employers. Here's how to not be duped.- Self driving startup gets over $100 million in funding. There's a lesson her for small businesses too- AI services offer $200 a month plans. Should you consider using them?

No lunch breaks and working 24/7. Is that healthy and sustainable for this new beverage startup founder and MORE on today's Rundown with Ramon.- Facebook is changing it's algorithm for the better- Creators and influencers are being sought after- Chat GPT's servers are being overused (that's good)- Yellowstone broadcasters are fighting (warning to small biz on legal issues)- Men's fashion (tight pants or loose pants?)

📺 The Rundown with Ramon - Getting Press in 90 Days or Less with PR Expert Lanetra KingIn this value-packed episode, small business expert Ramon Ray interviews PR specialist Lanetra King about how entrepreneurs can secure valuable media coverage without being celebrities or having huge social media followings.🔹 The "BIG" mindset needed for PR success:Believe in yourself and your expertiseIntentions focused on transformation, not vanityGoals centered on sustainable business growth🔹 How to be "press ready" with:Professional headshots (not selfies!)Concise press bios focused on your expertiseB-roll footage for TV opportunities🔹 Why PR campaigns sometimes fail:Poor communication and unclear expectationsMissing supporting elements (marketing, sales, etc.)Inconsistent branding and online presence🔹 Strategies to leverage press coverage:Social sharing across all platformsEmail marketing to your listIncluding in professional signatures🔹 Media training essentials:Creating natural conversational flowMaximizing limited interview timeUsing effective body language🔹 Why PR is 90% more effective than advertising (Forbes/Nielsen stat)Lanetra's company, https://www.indiekater.com/ has a proven track record of getting clients on TV, radio, or in print within 90 days or less!

Last night I was in a "hot seat" for business owners. If you've never been in a hot seat, this video is important. A hot seat is where a group of business owners, 10 - 20 give or take, help each other solve business questions. Of course a "hot seat" could be for marriage help, fitness or anything else. But wow, if you're not part of a community of other business owners, and never experienced a "hot seat" you definitely want to experience it.