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

In a world where spontaneity meets demand, Whimstay emerges as a pioneer, redefining the vacation rental marketplace. Recently, we featured founders Noel Russell and Alex, who shared insights into their business model. Tune in if you want to learn more about their model catering to last-minute travelers seeking great deals. Whimstay, much like the popular "Hotel Tonight" for hotels, offers exclusive deals on vacation rentals booked within 30 days.

In a riveting discussion with Melissa and Corry, the dynamic duo behind The Business Reboot, share invaluable insights for entrepreneurs, particularly those at a crossroads in their careers or looking to pivot. Tune in to learn more about the strategies and emotional resonance of embarking on a business journey, particularly for female founders and seasoned professionals seeking more from their post-retirement lives.

In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, storytelling emerges not just as a skill but as an essential business strategy. This was vividly showcased when Ramon Ray engaged in a profound discussion with Cheldin Barlatt Rumer, CEO and Executive Producer of This Is It Network.  Tune in to learn more about their conversation on transformative power of narrative in connecting entrepreneurs with their audiences, revealing that the heart of effective communication lies in the stories we choose to share.

In a world increasingly dominated by technology and innovation, the importance of entrepreneurship has never been greater. Ian Mortimer, President of the Golisano Institute for Business and Entrepreneurship, sheds light on how entrepreneurship education can shape future leaders. In this episode, we will explore entrepreneurship's significance, educational institution's role in fostering entrepreneurial mindsets, and the transformative power of programs like the Young Entrepreneur Academy (YEA).

Recently, Ramon Ray sat down with Paul Bramson to delve into the significance of first impressions. Paul Bramson, a keynote speaker and master trainer in sales, leadership, and communication, shared his expertise on how first impressions can shape interactions and relationships, both professionally and personally. Tune in to learn more why people value so much about other's first impression on them.

The Power of Follow up and Referrals for Service-Based Businesses - Matt Feirerstein, Presideent of EverCommerce Shares his top tips for how service-based businesses can thrive . www.ZoneofGenius.com/followp-and-referrals - www.EverCommerce.com

If you’re looking for ways to stop putting off important tasks, you’ve come to the right place. Ramon Ray chatted with Hardison about top tips for squashing procrastination and tackling projects and meetings with new energy. Tune in to learn more

As an entrepreneur, keeping track of your profits and losses and knowing where you stand are crucial factors for business success. Fortunately, you don’t have to go it alone when starting and growing a business. In chatting with Atiya Brown, owner of The Savvy Accountant — a CPA firm that works primarily with service-based and real estate professionals — Ramon Ray uncovered some valuable insights. Below, we’ve rounded up a few key takeaways from that conversation to help business owners improve their financial sense and money know-how.

The topic of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is a hot one today, and for good reason. In some circles, DEI efforts face backlash. More than half of workers in one Pew Research survey said they support an increase in DEI, others are neutral, and still others say DEI is a bad thing. And some companies are even eliminating DEI roles altogether. In her recent interview with Ramon Ray, Hamilton passionately shared insights into operationalizing DEI goals, moving from short-term gains to a long-term commitment, and the transformative power of embracing our interconnectedness. “What I want people to do is replace these subordinate lesser goals with a bigger goal — to be indivisible,” says Hamilton. “And what does that mean? To me, it means that we have a deep, profound understanding of our interconnectedness.”  

No matter what kind of business you want to start, you have to be intentional with every step. That's a lesson Justin Konikow, a prominent real estate broker and media producer in southwestern Ontario, Canada, has learned through his ventures in the real estate industry. In a recent interview with Ramon Ray, Justin shared insights into his path, highlighting the role of being intentional in personal and professional aspects of life to get where he is today. Tune in to learn more about the interview.