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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol recently announced that, starting October 2025, corporate employees will be required to work in the office at least four days a week—with relocation to Seattle or Toronto for manager-level staff—or be offered a cash buyout package. Here’s what your company can learn from this bold strategy.
What if your business was so well-run, so organized, and so valuable that someone wanted to buy it? That’s exactly what happened to Dr. Will Moreland. His story offers powerful lessons for solopreneurs, coaches, and speakers who want to build a business that works for them, not just because of
You don’t need to be world-famous to be unforgettable — you just need to know how to show up. That was one of the most powerful takeaways from a recent Rundown with Ramon episode, where hosts Ramon Ray, Lenika Johnson, and Robert Kennedy III unpacked the idea of showing up
A recent grassroots campaign turned heads—not for its politics, but for how it leveraged Instagram and DM automation to drive over 20,000 clicks, handle 77,000+ messages, and capture 3,000 email leads in just two months. The secret? A strategic blend of social media engagement and ManyChat-style automation. If you’re a
Behind every great leader is often an even greater mentor. Someone who believed in them early, shared wisdom freely, and offered support without strings. In a recent episode of The Rundown with Ramon, Ramon Ray and his co-hosts shared powerful personal stories about how mentorship shaped their careers — and
Legal headaches don’t have to slow you down. Real estate entrepreneur Dennis Van Dyk shares how Rocket Lawyer became his go-to legal partner—powering both his personal life and his business success. Why Legal Simplicity Matters for Small Business Owners When it comes to building a successful business, especially in a
In the world of premium credit cards, two financial giants—JPMorgan Chase and American Express—are locked in a growing competition. This clash isn’t just about perks and points—it’s about who gets to own the most affluent customers, including business owners. Key Takeaways: The Premium Card Market: A New Battlefield According to
Upwork’s latest report reveals how SMBs are adapting to market pressures with flexible hiring and tech-forward solutions In the face of persistent economic pressures and an increasingly competitive labor market, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are shifting their strategies to stay resilient in Q2 2025. The Upwork Research Institute surveyed
Even as fears of a slowing economy grow, one thing is speeding up: side hustles. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, Americans are increasingly turning to freelance gigs, online shops, and passion projects to make ends meet—or build something bigger. For small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs, it’s
In this episode of the Rocket Lawyer Small Business Spotlight, Ramon Ray interviews Lesley Nickus, founder of Scary Plants Media, a content consulting and digital marketing agency. With a strong background in journalism and enterprise marketing, Lesley brings a unique, story-first approach to helping small business owners grow with purpose