In this episode, Ramon breaks down the real “unstoppable habits” that fuel visible, sustained success: show up more than most, self-promote unapologetically, and protect your energy by saying no and resting when needed. He also pulls quick lessons from brand headlines—Disney’s price moves, Netflix’s gaming push, Bed Bath & Beyond’s comeback plan, and Google’s Pixel launches—to help small business owners sharpen their own strategies. Don’t miss out – subscribe to our YouTube channel – sign up to our podcast
Key Takeaways (bullet points):
- Showing up consistently—taking more swings than others—creates compounding opportunity.
- Ethical, confident self-promotion is a growth lever; if you don’t do it, no one will.
- Rest is a strategy: protect your energy, say no, and give yourself grace.
- Learn from big brands: pricing power (Disney), stickiness and product expansion (Netflix), format innovation and franchising (Bed Bath & Beyond), and timely AI-infused releases (Google Pixel).
- Cybersecurity is foundational to brand trust—lock your digital doors like you lock your home and car.
The Three Unstoppable Habits Every Entrepreneur Can Use
Ramon’s “secret sauce” isn’t magic—it’s repeatable behavior. First, show up more than most. Pitch, follow up, make the ask, and keep relationships warm; the extra at-bats create asymmetric wins over time.
Second, self-promote with integrity. Share your work, results, and offers regularly. Visibility precedes credibility, and credibility precedes sales. If you don’t highlight your value, the market can’t reward it.
Third, say no and rest. High output requires recovery. Protect your calendar, reschedule when needed, and give yourself grace—humans aren’t machines, and sustainable success beats sporadic sprints.
Lessons from the Headlines (and How to Apply Them Fast)
Disney’s Price Hike: Own Your Pricing Power
Disney raising ticket and pass prices reminds us that brands can charge more when the value narrative is clear. As a small business, package your outcomes, elevate your experience, and align pricing with the results you deliver—especially during peak demand.
Netflix Enters Gaming: Build Stickiness, Not Just Sales
Netflix’s move into living-room party games isn’t just revenue—it’s retention. What can you add that keeps customers engaged between purchases? Think community meetups, templates, monthly Q&As, or value-add tools that make your brand the “default” on Friday night.
Bed Bath & Beyond’s Franchise Pivot: Rethink Your Format
Focused, department-style franchise locations plus creative financing equals a fresh go-to-market. Consider narrower, specialty offerings, partner-led expansion, or licensing your framework to operators who can localize and grow it.
Google’s Pixel Trio: Ship on Time with a Clear Edge
New AI-infused devices arriving ahead of the holidays show the power of timing and differentiation. For small businesses, set a release cadence (monthly feature, quarterly offer) and articulate your “AI-assisted” or uniquely efficient edge.
Protect the House: Make Cyber a Non-Negotiable
You lock your home and car; lock your business. A breach erodes trust and momentum. Audit passwords, enable MFA, train your team to spot phishing, and use reputable security tools so you can fight for growth—not against threats.
Action Plan You Can Do Today (10 Minutes)
- Send three “at-bat” messages (introductions, asks, or follow-ups).
- Post one self-promo that teaches, then invites (value + call-to-action).
- Decline one low-leverage ask and book a recovery block for tomorrow.
- Tighten security: turn on MFA and review admin access.