The Rundown with Ramon - small business growth podcast for entrepreneurs

The Rundown with Ramon - small business growth podcast for entrepreneurs

By Ramon Ray, ZoneofGenius.comBusiness
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The Rundown with Ramon - small business growth podcast for entrepreneurs episodes

  • Your Business and Your Marriage - How to balance them?

    In this powerful "Relationships and Family Wednesday" episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray tackles the delicate balance between entrepreneurial passion and marital commitment.


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    Discover five practical strategies to prevent your business from becoming the third wheel in your marriage, from scheduling relationship time with the same priority as business meetings to creating healthy boundaries around work hours.


    Plus, learn valuable business lessons from Weight Watchers' bankruptcy filing, Pinterest's underrated marketing potential, and a new $25,000 grant opportunity from Stamps.com. Whether you're building a business while maintaining a relationship or simply seeking better work-life integration, Ramon offers actionable insights to help you thrive in both areas without sacrificing either.

    #Entrepreneurship #Marriage #WorkLifeBalance #SmallBusiness

    19 min
  • The Rundown with Ramon - Monday Mindset and more

    In this powerful Monday Mindset episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray reveals why boundaries are primarily a mindset issue, not just a scheduling problem. Don't miss out - www.ZoneofGenius.com/subscribe

    Discover the hidden beliefs undermining your ability to set limits, practical ways to rewrite your internal scripts, and four actionable habits to protect your time and energy.

    Plus, gain insights from Apple's product strategy changes, millennial career success patterns, and how to maintain resilience during economic uncertainty. Learn why strengthening your boundaries doesn't just protect your time—it protects your ability to lead. Perfect for entrepreneurs who struggle with saying "no" and want to reclaim control of their schedules while growing their businesses! #MindsetMonday #Boundaries #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness


    24 min
  • From Carpenter to Construction Firm Empire

    In this powerful episode of The Rundown with Ramon, Larry Brinker Jr., President and CEO of the largest Black-owned construction company in America, shares his journey from working every role in the family business to growing it by 400%.

    Discover how his father rose from truck driver to construction mogul, why they removed "minority business" labels from their marketing, and the strategic approach that's made them part of 85% of Detroit's major revitalization projects.

    Get invaluable insights on building a business that lasts generations, creating genuine relationships instead of transactional ones, and why chasing passion trumps chasing profits. Essential viewing for entrepreneurs who want to build sustainable businesses with multigenerational impact! #Construction #FamilyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #Leadership

    41 min
  • If Amazon Can Do Surveys Why Can't You - The Rundown with Ramon

    In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray shares powerful insights on building multi-generational family businesses, expanding customer offerings, and leveraging AI for business growth.

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    - Learn why adult children working with parents requires special relationship management,

    - How Home Depot's $20 billion flower business demonstrates the power of expanding customer offerings,

    - Why Google's AI advancements are boosting ad revenue despite changing search behaviors.

    - Discover the importance of customer feedback systems

    - Strategies for thriving during economic uncertainty.

    Essential viewing for entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses strategically! #SmallBusiness #FamilyBusiness #CustomerService #BusinessStrategy

    20 min
  • Every Entrepreneur Must Be a Content Creator

    In this episode of The Rundown with Ramon, small business expert Ramon Ray delivers five essential insights for entrepreneurs! Don't miss out - Subscribe - www.ZoneofGenius.com/subscribe

    - Learn why physical fitness is your business energy engine,

    - How mindset makes or breaks success during challenging times,

    - Why all entrepreneurs must become content publishers,

    - What Google's remote work crackdown means for your business,

    - Practical ways to leverage AI for efficiency.

    - Get job search tips for today's challenging market and

    - Business lessons from streaming services' password-sharing crackdowns.

    Perfect for entrepreneurs seeking practical strategies to thrive in today's business environment! #SmallBusiness #Entrepreneurship #BusinessStrategy

    17 min
  • Sales and Marketing are not the Same - The Rundown with Ramon

    Ramon Ray joins forces with Robert Kennedy and Lanika Johnson in this power-packed episode of The Rundown with Ramon.

    - Discover why sales is the missing piece in many business models and how direct sales - not just marketing - actually gets you paid.

    - Learn why commission-only sales teams don't work,

    - How to DM effectively on LinkedIn vs Instagram, and why building authentic connections cures entrepreneurial loneliness.

    - Plus, get insider tips on transitioning from marketing activities to real sales conversations that generate revenue.

    Key topics covered:

    - PR vs Marketing vs Sales framework, building a sustainable sales team with proper compensation,

    - LinkedIn cold outreach strategies, Instagram community-building approaches, and combating isolation through authentic relationships. Perfect for entrepreneurs ready to stop wondering why marketing isn't generating revenue and start closing deals! 💰

    #SmallBusiness #Sales #Entrepreneurship #BusinessGrowth #LinkedInMarketing

    59 min
  • Her Real Estate Success - Success Faith and Legal Protection

    Ramon Ray (Publisher of ZoneofGenius.com) interviews with Ayesha Foote, founder and principal broker of Southern Dwellings and Designs Inc., a growing real estate firm in Arkansas. Ayesha shares her powerful journey from being a dental hygienist to launching her own business — and how Rocket Lawyer played a critical role in helping her legally protect and scale her company from day one.


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    👉 In this video, you'll learn:


    - Why every small business needs legal protection (no matter the size)

    - How Ayesha uses Rocket Lawyer to manage contracts, trademarks, and client documents

    - Lessons learned in entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and building a business by faith

    - The truth about “fake it till you make it” and what you should do instead📍

    - Whether you’re a new entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, this conversation is full of wisdom, real-world advice, and encouragement to build — and protect — the business of your dreams.

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    #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #RocketLawyer #ZoneOfGenius #BusinessTips #LegalProtection #WomenInBusiness #RealEstate #StartupAdvice #RamonRay #AsiaFoote

    26 min
  • What Else Can You Serve Your Customers? Lessons from Home Depot's $20 Billion Flower Business

    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!
    20 min
  • Tech Hype from Fiction - Verizon Business Erika Angell Interivew

    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.

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    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 world

    Whether 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


    23 min
  • Don't Be Afraid to be Audacious - The Rundown with Ramon

    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!

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    20 min

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